Southern soul tonight at convention center

Big Pokey Bear (Submitted photo)
Big Pokey Bear (Submitted photo)

Southern soul's soothing, sexy sounds fill the Texas-side Texarkana Convention Center tonight.

For another "Blues You Can Use" show presented by Arnold Boy Entertainment, the scintillating night's festivities feature a performance by Big Pokey Bear, a Louisiana-based Southern soul artist, and a celebration of the birthday of Mr. Juicy, a fellow Southern soul artist.

Pokey Bear is a solo artist with albums like "Mr. It Ain't Fair" and "Bear Season" to his credit, but this bayou-based singer is also a member of the Louisiana Blues Brothas. His own signature hit is "They Call Me Pokey."

Naquita Elmore serves as host for the night with One Zound Band. Vickie Baker makes a special appearance on the bill, too. Arnold Boy's Douglas Arnold said they aim to bring good, clean fun to the city, and that's the case here with a night of blues.

"Arnold Boy Entertainment plans to bring more upscale entertainment to the city of all genres," Arnold said. They've been doing so downtown at Twin City Sports Bar.

Pre-sale tickets are $20 for this event. Get tickets at the Golden Lady Restaurant or GQ Fashion. Info and reservations are also available by calling Arnold at 903-691-9235.

Other big shows up ahead for the Texarkana area include:

  •  Stoney LaRue at Scottie's Grill on Friday, Aug. 17. Reserved tickets are $30 in advance, $35 day of show; general admission is $20 in advance, $25 day of show. Show time 9 p.m. Get tickets at Outhousetickets.com.
  •  Hickory Hill at Music City Texas in Linden on Saturday, Aug. 18. Showtime is 8 p.m. and tickets are $25 per person. More info can be found at MusicCityTexas.org.
  •  Gene Watson performing a free show at New Boston's Pioneer Days on Saturday, Aug. 18. Start time is 8:30 p.m.
  •  "The Greatest Love of All: The Whitney Houston Show" starring Belinda Davids at the Perot Theatre on Friday, Aug. 24, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range between $30 and $60. More info at TRAHC.org.

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