Blake Shelton will headline The Back Porch Revival concert at Kinnick Stadium on August 27, 2016. The concert will be the first of its kind to ever be hosted in University of Iowa’s football stadium.

Dallas Clark a former Iowa Hawkeye and Indianapolis Colt, appeared on an announcement played during Iowa’s Saturday football game and said, "Hey Hawk fans! Last weekend, right before the best 57 yard field goal I've ever seen.......I told you about the 1st ever concert coming to Kinnick! Are you ready to hear more? Mark your calendars for August 27th, 2016. It's the weekend right before the 1st home game next year and the best kickoff party ever - The Back Porch at Kinnick Stadium.The lineup is going to be amazing and the headliner is ... Blake Shelton."

The concert’s proceeds will benefit the Native Fund, Clark’s new non-profit organization created to provide assistance to Iowa citizens in needs. The organization is supported by a Board of Directors and fellow Iowans, Ashton Kutcher and Zach Johnson.

Gary Dewaard, president and CEO of Basis Entertainment said in a statement, "There is no shortage of state pride in Iowa. The Back Porch Revival at Kinnick Stadium will see top-notch entertainment and be contributing to a great cause." So far, the concert’s line-up includes Morgan Frazier, David Ray and Tucker Beathard. Other artists will be announced throughout the year.

Concert tickets will be go on sale on TheBackPorchRevival.com on Oct. 7, 2015 at 10 a.m. University of Iowa football season ticket holders will have access to a preview sale on Oct. 5.
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