STARVISTA LIVE’S BIG EASY CRUISE AND SANDY BEACHES CRUISE JOIN IN PARTNERSHIP TO BENEFIT THE AMERICANA MUSIC ASSOCIATION ON THEIR JANUARY 2025 SAILINGS
NASHVILLE, TN – StarVista LIVE’s Big Easy Cruise and Sandy Beaches Cruise have joined together in a partnership to benefit The Americana Music Association (AMA) through some on-board fundraising on their January 2025 voyages. Both cruises are packed with a wide spectrum of artists that reflect American roots music’s past, present and future and the multitude of styles that make up the beloved genre of Americana music.
The 2nd annual Big Easy Cruise will set out January 5 – 12, 2025 from Ft. Lauderdale, FL with stops in Key West, Belize City, and Cozumel. Going into its 29th year, the sold out 2025 Sandy Beaches Cruise will set sail on January 12 – 19 from Ft. Lauderdale, FL with stops in San Juan, Puerto Rico and Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos. Each voyage will take place on Holland America’s luxurious Nieuw Amsterdam.
To benefit the Americana Music Association, the Big Easy Cruise and Sandy Beaches Cruise will host an exclusive on-board event with artists on each cruise with the proceeds going to the AMA. To increase awareness of the Association, the StarVista LIVE team will be sharing information about the AMA’s mission in various formal and informal settings while at sea. StarVista LIVE President Mike Jason, says “In addition to delivering a world class, luxury themed music experience to our guests, we also are committed to supporting the mission of the Americana Music community and sharing the great passion for this music with our guests.” Americana Music Association and Foundation Executive Director Jed Hilly says, “We are thrilled to partner with StarVista Live and so appreciate their vision of community. Especially delighted to support the Big Easy and Sandy Beaches Cruises whose lineups include a wide range of Americana music and classic Louisiana sounds, legends and the next generation of stars.”
The Americana Music Association is a non-profit organization whose mission is to advocate for the authentic voice of American Roots Music around the world. They work closely throughout the year with artists, media, labels, agents, festivals, publishers and consumers to spread the word and continually build the necessary infrastructure for the genre to succeed creatively and financially. The celebrated AMERICANAFEST will take place in September 17-21 in Nashville, TN. To get tickets and information, visit AmericanaMusic.org.
The Big Easy Cruise will host over 100 live performances by an eclectic mix of celebrated artists from New Orleans and beyond that include Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Keb’ Mo’, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, The Allman Betts Band, Tab Benoit, Anders Osborne, Marcia Ball, The Soul Rebels, Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen, Blind Boys of Alabama, Louisiana’s LeRoux and many more. See full line up and info HERE. Read the insightful new feature on the Big Easy Cruise at Live For Live Music.
Founded by 2019 Americana Lifetime Achievement Award For Performance recipient Delbert McClinton, the sold-out Sandy Beaches Cruise will celebrate its 29th voyage with a diverse line up of Americana artists that include The Mavericks, Los Lobos, Jimmie Vaughan, The Band Of Heathens, Marcia Ball and more. “The new collaboration of the Sandy Beaches Cruise and Big Easy Cruise with the Americana Music Association is the best news for true music lovers,” says McClinton. “Americana is a refuge for so many talented artists that could never find their way to radio before. Bravo!” See full line up HERE.
Tickets are going fast for the 2025 Big Easy Cruise. For more information, visit www.BigEasyCruise.com and sign up for the email list, follow Big Easy Cruise | Facebook or contact info@bigeasycruise.com.
About StarVista LIVE:
StarVista LIVE creates unique entertainment experiences that bring fans together to relive their favorite moments, create new memories, and enjoy unparalleled access to the superstars they love. StarVista LIVE cruise events include the Malt Shop Memories Cruise, the Soul Train Cruise, The Country Music Cruise, The Flower Power Cruise, the ‘70s Rock and Romance Cruise, Sandy Beaches Cruise, Ultimate Disco Cruise and Beyond, The Big Easy Cruise and Abbey Road on the River festival. Additional information about StarVista LIVE can be found at:
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