Columbia State Performance Series - Jake Hoot

Description

The First Farmers Performance Series begins its 20th season in 2022. Since its inception, this series has been committed to bringing diverse and engaging entertainment to the beautiful Cherry Theater stage. This series provides students and those throughout the region an incredible opportunity to experience live performance at its best.

Past seasons have featured a wide variety of celebrated artists from across the country and around the world. This roster of unmatched talent includes: Melinda Doolittle, Ricky Skaggs, John McEuen, Jesse Cook, Sam Bush, Brandy Clark, Music City Hit-Makers, The Nashville Symphony, The Time Jumpers, Shaun Johnson, Mike Farris, Mac McAnally and many, many more.

First Farmers & Merchants Bank returns for a 13th year as the title sponsor of the 2022-23 Performance Series. “First Farmers & Merchants Bank is a pillar of the southern Middle Tennessee community. We are fortunate to have their support,” said Dr. Janet F. Smith, president of Columbia State. “The Performing Arts are essential to our community, and this commitment on the part of First Farmers shows that both organizations are devoted to hosting outstanding cultural events year-round.”
 

Jake Hoot
November 10, 2022

Don’t let his larger than life presence fool you. Jake Hoot may stand 6’6”, but the Season 17 Champion of NBC’s “The Voice” is just as genuine and sweet natured as ever. Following his record breaking win on NBC’s The Voice, Hoot has gone on to release several tracks including, “Tennessee Strong,” which reached Top 10 in the iTunes Country Singles chart, debut single, “Dangerous Thing,” special Father’s Day song, “Best Job I Ever Had,” heartwarming love song, “Nadine,” rowdy summer anthem, “Night Left,” and most recently a duet with his wife, “Wherever Time Goes.” Drawing inspiration from his childhood in the Dominican Republic, Hoot released a cover of “La Bamba” from his debut EP which landed in the Top 10 on the iTunes Latin charts.