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Everyone is welcome to an afternoon and evening of music from top local, regional and national acts with Arkansas Roots from the Plaza Mainstage! Bring your lawn chair, a hearty appetite for a host of the area’s top food trucks, and be ready to dance! Between acts, we will take a few moments to cool off and reflect on the mission of Arkansas Hospice, as we present the Compass Award.

Come dig your Arkansas Roots at Party at the Plaza!

Tyler Kinch

Presented by Wright Lindsey & Jennings

8:10 p.m.

Tyler Kinch, a rising star in the country music scene, is a talented singer, songwriter and performer that’s been taking the music industry by storm. Born and raised in Arkansas, Tyler’s grounded and authentic roots shine through in every note he sings. As a proud family man and veteran, Tyler brings a unique and inspiring perspective to his music, blending heartfelt lyrics and soaring melodies that never fail to captivate his fans and audiences. In 2023 Tyler earned the title of “Entertainer of the Year” from the Arkansas Country Music Awards.

Bonnie Montgomery

Presented by First Security Bank

6:35 p.m.

Raised in rural Arkansas on a soundtrack of Southern gospel, Texas swing, Delta blues, and Ozark bluegrass, Bonnie Montgomery trained as an opera singer before launching her award-winning career in outlaw country. She embraces that diversity with 2023’s River, a versatile record that shows just how broad Montgomery’s vision of roots music can be. Her 2018 record, Forever, earned her the titles of “Best Americana Artist” and “Best Female Vocalist” from the Arkansas County Music Awards.

Bias

Presented by Bill Birch – Cadence Insurance

5:15 p.m.

BIAS, an Arkansas native who achieved being a Top 9 finalist in Season 24 of NBC’s The Voice, has dazzled audiences all over the world with his vocal growth and charisma during the entire series of the show. BIAS demonstrated to the world the title of the “Country Soul Preacher” that his coach, Gwen Stefani, bestowed upon him. John Legend described BIAS as one he “couldn’t take [his] eyes off of”. BIAS now pursues writing his own original music that he hopes to share with his new fans he has gained from the success of the show

The Compass Award

4:55 p.m.

Each year at Party at the Plaza, the Arkansas Hospice Foundation presents the Michael V. Aureli Compass Award to an individual who embodies the true nature of a hospice heart, and whose involvement has resulted in furthering the success of our important work.

Come join us as we honor this year’s recipient, Bruce Holsted, a longstanding volunteer and board member of Arkansas Hospice and the Arkansas Hospice Foundation.

Mac Royals

Presented by The Derek Finnie Hospice Fund

4:10 p.m.

Little Rock native Mac Royals was most recently seen as a finalist on NBC’s The Voice. Fans will also recognize Mac as a Top 10 male vocalist from season 13 of American Idol. Mac Royals is an internationally recognized creative- singer, songwriter. His vocal talent and love for music has landed gigs that include working alongside legendary artists such as John Legend, Stevie Wonder, P. Diddy, Silk, and Andre Harrell. Mac was also the featured vocalist in Apple’s official MACBOOK commercial.

Bijoux

Presented by Centennial Bank

3:05 p.m.

Bijoux, a native of Little Rock , AR, is a sultry soul singer adept in various styles. The daughter of West African parents, Bijoux grew up in a household exposed to differing genres of music including folk, classic rock and roll, makossa, country, and R&B. Recently, Bijoux performed as a featured artist in the Arkansas Rep’s sold-out run of A Very Motown Christmas. Bijoux’s jovial spirit, endearing vocals, vibrant entertaining, and musical versatility make her a perfect artist for any event or atmosphere!

The Rocktown Sparks!

Presented by Riggs CAT

2:00 p.m.

The Rocktown Sparks! return for their 3rd year as the Official House Band of Party at the Plaza. The Sparks can be found rocking crowds with a mix of music ranging from vinyl classics to the newest streaming hits. Their unique brand of entertainment brings a new “spark” to the songs you know by the likes of Tom Petty, REO Speedwagon, Peter Gabriel, and more. Everyone in the band lends their own vocal style and crowd engagement; always ensuring everyone hears something they enjoy that will make you want to get up and dance or make a new friend with someone in the crowd.