Last Fling to Host Jason Aldean Labor Day Weekend NAPERVILLE, Ill
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Last Fling to Host Jason Aldean Labor Day Weekend NAPERVILLE, Ill. – April 29, 2009 – The Naperville Jaycees are proud to announce Jason Aldean will perform at 8p.m. on the Rotary Hill Main Stage at the Last Fling, Sat., Sept. 5 this Labor Day weekend. “Jason Aldean is on the cusp of becoming a country A-lister,” said Matt Liethen, Last Fling co-executive director, “we’re looking forward to his hard-rocking stage style and good music.” Just this week, the multi-platinum country rocker snagged the No. one spot with his smash hit “She’s Country” from his new album “Wide Open”, marking Aldean’s second career No. one hit and his sixth Top 10. “Wide Open” is currently number two on the Billboard Top Country Albums Chart. "Man, it's hard work to get up to that No. one spot, and I don't take it for granted," said Aldean. "I've got a small, but mighty team...from the guys at the label to my crew out on the road. Thanks to them and all my friends at country radio, we'll be celebrating extra hard this week." Aldean has had quite the career to celebrate, which started in 2005 with his debut Platinum-selling album that generated three successive Top 10 hits: “Hicktown”, “Why” and “Amarillo Sky”. “We’re adding some diversity to the musical genre for the Last Fling this year and Aldean is just right for country lovers,” said Kevin Piket, Last Fling co- executive director, “We’re looking forward to a great show.” Starting the show at 6p.m., Colt Ford will serve up some newly styled country music. Ford’s musical mixture embodies the seemingly unusual pairing of Southern country and hip-hop musical influences he heard growing up. For more information on the Last Fling’s weekend events, concert tickets, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities visit our website at www.LastFling.org. # # # About Last Fling The Last Fling is the Naperville Jaycees' major fundraising event of the year. Each year, they host the city's annual Labor Day festival, a wholesome, family event, with the entire community participating. More than 300,000 patrons visit over the 4-day event, which is held along Naperville's Riverwalk area. Starting Friday afternoon and running through Monday evening, there are special events, carnival rides and attractions, a children's playland, food and beverage vendors, a business expo and concerts on two stages each evening. The Labor Day parade is also part of the festivities. Hotel packages and free shuttle service will also be available. About Naperville Jaycees The Naperville Jaycees is a nonprofit service organization with over 200 young persons dedicated to personal development through community service. The group organizes and staffs the Last Fling in close cooperation with the City of Naperville, the Naperville Park District, numerous Naperville community organizations and tons of volunteers. Media Inquiries: Kim Coyne, 2009 Last Fling Executive Committee Naperville Jaycees Cell: (630) 853-4050 Email: [email protected] www.LastFling.org .