Multi-Platinum Country Singer-Songwriter Michael Ray to perform at WGTC’s Black Tie & Boots
From Special Reports
The West Georgia Technical College Foundation has announced that country singer-songwriter Michael Ray will perform at its 21st annual Black Tie & Boots concert. The event will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, at West Georgia Technical College’s Murphy Campus in Waco.
Multi-platinum hitmaker Michael Ray has garnered four No. 1 songs: “Get to You,” “Think A Little Less,” “One That Got Away” and “Whiskey And Rain” and has performed at the Grand Ole Opry over 65 times. As a traditional country fan and cultured in ‘90s Country, Ray is heavily influenced by qualities found in both, noting heroes such as Gary Stewart, Earl Thomas Conley, Tim McGraw and Steve Wariner.
Besides boasting a talented headliner, Black Tie & Boots offers guests the opportunity to support the WGTC Foundation while enjoying dinner, drinks, and dancing. All proceeds of the event benefit WGTC Foundation’s mission that includes supporting its gap funding program, need-based student scholarships and general institutional needs of the College.
WGTC Foundation Executive Director Brittney Henderson said she’s thankful for the continued support that has made Black Tie & Boots a successful event over the past 20 years. Last year was the most profitable Black Tie & Boots event to date, with a net profit of over $150,000 in support provided to the WGTC Foundation.
“West Georgia Tech is so fortunate to have such influential community and business leaders as advocates and supporters,” Henderson said. “We work every day to ensure we are preparing tomorrow’s skilled employees to meet the needs of these businesses and industries. Black Tie & Boots, our signature annual gala, is one way for us to recognize and thank them for that support. With food, music, and fellowship, it’s a fun time for everyone.”
Opportunities for partnership are now available. Please contact Brittney Henderson at [email protected] or 678-664-0515. More information about Black Tie & Boots is available online at www.westgatech.edu/black-tie-boots.
About Michael Ray
Forged on the small stages of Florida’s rural communities, Michael Ray has created an impressive foundation. Four No. 1 songs – RIAA Platinum-certified “Think a Little Less,” RIAA Platinum-certified “Whiskey And Rain,” RIAA Gold-certified “Kiss You in the Morning,” RIAA Gold-certified “One That Got Away” — with over 1 billion global streams, over 650,000 album equivalents, and over 150 million YouTube views, he is a true country star who’s performed at the Grand Ole Opry more than 65 times. Looking to expand his sound, Ray sought out CMA Album of the Year Award-winning producer Michael Knox. The pair have taken Ray’s brand of country to a new level for Dive Bars & Broken Hearts, Ray’s six song EP arriving June 23 via Warner Music Nashville. Currently on the road headlining shows through the summer, he’s taking his music where it matters: to the people. For more information, visit MichaelRayMusic.com or follow him on Instagram and Twitter @MichaelRayMusic and Facebook.com/MusicMichaelRay.
