Comstock Windmill Festival returns for 24th year

The Comstock Windmill Festivals have brought a half million fans to a town of less than 100 people. The town of Comstock has a senior center, repair shop and a post office, but its only retail business is a pop machine.

Continuing its tradition of bringing the best of America’s young country artists, the Comstock Windmill Festival will bring 10 Nashville break-out and seasoned artists with #1 songs. Upstarts like Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Cody Johnson, Brooks & Dunn, Big & Rich, Little Big Town, Rascal Flats and Martina McBride have all performed at Comstock one or more times, and seasoned veterans like the Oakridge Boys, Randy Travis, Kenny Rogers and Charlie Daniels have also performed at the festival.

Headlining Thursday, June 8 will be William Michael Morgan. His Southern vocal sound and honest lyrics have garnered 50 million streams, and his No. 1, “I Met a Girl,” was certified gold.

Coming back by popular demand will be Chevel Shepherd, on Thursday, June 8, for the second time. Shepherd was the 2015 winner of The Voice, and she’s sung the opening song at the Indianapolis 500.

The Thursday 6 o'clock slot will feature Jay Alan, a top performer on The Voice. His song, “Blank Stares,” written for his mother with Alzheimer’s, went viral with 500 million views on Facebook, and the song has helped raise $50 million for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Friday, June 9, will feature top country artist, Mitchell Tenpenny, who is currently touring with Luke Bryant. Tenpenny is possibly the best voice in country music today, with No. 1 hits, “Truth About You,” “Drunk Me,” and “End of the Bottle” with Chris Young.

Ahead of Tenpenny on Friday will be Cooper Alan. 10 million followers and 100 million views on TikTok, speak for themselves. Music Row says Alan is “the next big thing."

Opening Friday, June 9, will be third time’s a charm, Alli Colleen. Her rich, family, country tradition comes out in an entertaining concert. Alli continues to grow as an entertainer, and other than Brad Paisley, she’ll be the only act coming back to Comstock for a third time in a row.

Saturday night, June 10 will feature Ned LeDoux. LeDoux performed first as a lead singer filling in for his legendary father, Chris LeDoux, and he has created a legacy all his own.

Also confirmed for Saturday is Canaan Smith, known for his hit, “Hole in the Bottle.” Canaan has collaborated with Morgan Wallen and Florida Georgia Line.

More Saturday acts confirmed are breakout artist, Shane Profit with his new single “How it Oughta Be” and back by popular demand, singer songwriter CJ Solar, who has written songs for Morgan Wallen. Solar was named by Rolling Stone as a “New Artist you Need to Know.”

The always-popular Extreme Bull Riding will be on Saturday’s schedule. (No charge, included with admission price.)

All three days of the Comstock Festival will feature a beer tent with tent bands, food court and various vendors.

Go to http://www.windmillfestival.com for information on ticket sales and campsite reservations. Organizers said, “There are no VIP seats at the festival … because everyone is important.”