‘Rising country star’ headed to Grange Fair’s grandstand stage this summer
Grange Fair organizers announced Friday morning that a “rising country star” and “America’s Got Talent” alum will perform at the fair this summer.
Drake Milligan will take the grandstand at 8 p.m. Aug. 21. Milligan placed third during his time on Season 17 of NBC’s hit series, “America’s Got Talent.” The 24-year-old Texas native is known for his breakout song, “Sounds Like Something I’d Do,” which hit No. 1 on the iTunes Country Single chart in 2022. Its music video hit the top spot on the iTunes Video chart, as well.
In 2022, he released his debut album, “Dallas/Fort Worth.” Other song titles include “Kiss Goodbye All Night” and “Bad Day To Be A Beer.”
Milligan is an “electrifying entertainer,” according to his website, and cites George Strait and Elvis Presley as his “musical heroes.” Which makes sense, as he was called “the new Elvis of country” by “America’s Got Talent” judge Howie Mandel.
Grange Fair organizers plan to announce a different grandstand act at 10 a.m. every Friday. This was the organizers’ third announcement; previous announcements included Alex Miller and HunterGirl, and Little Texas.
The 2023 Grange Fair is set for Aug. 18-26. It is the only remaining tenting fair in the nation, according to its website.
