About:
Annually held in April, Tortuga Music Festival is a country music festival held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The festival's first edition was in 2013 and has featured performances from some of the biggest names in country music, such as Kenny Chesney, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, and many others.
The Tortuga Music Festival was founded by two Fort Lauderdale residents, Chris Stacey and A.J. Niland, who are both experienced event promoters and music enthusiasts. Stacey and Niland came up with the idea for the festival as a way to combine their love of country music with their passion for outdoor activities and the environment.
Famous For:
The festival is known for its beautiful beachfront setting and good atmosphere, and it is popular among country music fans from all over the USA.
Creation Purpose:
Chris Stacey and A.J. Niland saw an opportunity to create a unique event that would combine their love for country music with their passion for protecting the environment.
Fun Facts:
The festival has raised over $2 million for ocean conservation efforts, including the Rock The Ocean Foundation, which aims to raise awareness about ocean health and conservation.
The festival features a variety of food vendors, offering a range of cuisine from seafood to barbecue.
Impact on the Music Industry:
Tortuga Music Festival has helped to raise the profile of country music by providing a platform for some of the biggest names in the genre to perform in front of large crowds.
Festival was scheduled from 06 Apr to 08 Apr 2018 (2 day(s)).
Tortuga Music Festival takes place in Fort Lauderdale, United States. Here is the full address of the festival: Ft. Lauderdale Beach, FL
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The most popular genres and subgenres of the past edition were:
country
rock
pop
country rock
country pop
outlaw country
pop rock
southern rock
alternative
alternative rock
americana
arena rock
bakersfield sound
classic country
classic rock
dance
dancehall
folk rock
g funk