Kentucky Headhunters

Q: What types of live events does Kentucky Headhunters perform at?

Corporate galas, award ceremonies, product launches, conferences, festivals, and private VIP events.

Q: How much does it cost to book Kentucky Headhunters for a live event?

Fees depend on event type, audience, location, set length, technical requirements, and travel needs.

Q: What production requirements should we prepare?

We’ll provide a technical rider outlining sound, stage, lighting, and hospitality. This ensures a seamless performance.

Q: How far in advance should we book?

The earlier the better, many performers are booked months in advance, especially during peak seasons. Please also be aware that they might be touring which means that they might be out of the country or has luck has it in yours.

Q: Can Kentucky Headhunters customize their performance (setlist, special song requests)?

Yes, within reason. Please share requests early so we can confirm feasibility.

Q: Can Kentucky Headhunters also participate in other types of events or campaigns?

Yes — in addition to live performances, many of our Live Talent can take part in brand campaigns, media projects, or speaking engagement, depending on their individual skills. Make sure to select the type of commercial booking that you are interested in when filling out the form.

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The Kentucky Headhunters blend country rock and Southern rock, appealing to diverse audiences with their unique sound and energetic performances. After the monumental success of their debut album, Pickin’ on Nashville, which achieved double-platinum certification and earned a Grammy Award, The Kentucky Headhunters quickly established themselves as a unique force in country rock. The band’s professional journey began in 1968 as Itchy Brother, with an initial lineup including Richard Young (rhythm guitar), Fred Young (drums), Anthony Kenney (bass guitar), and Greg Martin (lead guitar). This iteration found regional success in the 1970s, releasing ‘Shotgun Effie’ in 1973 and nearly signing with Led Zeppelin’s Swan Song Records in 1980.

For this success, The Kentucky Headhunters garnered a Grammy Award for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, an Academy of Country Music award for Best New Vocal Group, and two Country Music Association awards for Album of the Year and Vocal Group of the Year, all in 1990. The band continued its prolific output, releasing their second album, Electric Barnyard, in 1991, and earning a second CMA Vocal Group of the Year award the same year. Despite subsequent lineup changes, including Ricky Lee and Doug Phelps’ departure in 1992, The Kentucky Headhunters released Rave On!! in 1993 and collaborated with blues legend Johnnie Johnson on That’ll Work that year.

Their most recent studio album, That’s a Fact Jack!, was released in 2021, the same year they debuted on the Grand Ole Opry in December. The Kentucky Headhunters maintain an active touring schedule, delivering their signature sound to diverse audiences.