Walk The Beat Albion Returns August 23 with Star Power and Local Flavor with national headliners The War and Treaty as they cap off an afternoon of community-powered music and arts.
We're honored to announce an exciting addition to this year’s lineup: The War and Treaty, Grammy-nominated Americana Country duo, will headline the Walk the Beat Albion After Party at 6:00 PM in front of Albion Malleable Brewery at S. Superior St and Ash St on the Main Stage.
"Walk The Beat Albion is more than just a festival, it's a living, breathing showcase of our city's heart and soul," said Cliff Harris, Board President and longtime organizer. "We are thrilled to welcome Michael and Tanya of The War and Treaty back to their hometown to help us close out the event in the most unforgettable way."
"Coming home to play for Walk The Beat Albion is personal for us. Albion shaped our hearts and our music."
— The War and Treaty
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THE WAR AND TREATY
Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Blount-Trotter, Grammy-nominated duo return to Albion for an emotional and high-energy performance. With their genre-crossing blend of gospel, soul, Americana, and blues, they bring an unforgettable close to the day’s festivities.
Founded in 2014 by the husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War And Treaty has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. Recently earning their first ever GRAMMY nominations for Best New Artist and Best American Roots Song for “Blank Page,” they also received this year their first ever Duo of the Year nomination from the Country Music Association, Vocal Duo nomination from the Academy of Country Music, plus recognition by the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Grand Ole Opry, and the Americana Music Association including earning AMA Duo/Group of the Year for the second straight year.
With a lionhearted sonic blend, both roaring with passion and tender to the touch, The Tennessean notes, “they are unlike any other act in music.” The War And Treaty’s major label debut album Lover’s Game (Mercury Nashville), was met with critical praise with Associated Press claiming, “The colossally talented pair continue their commando, no-limits journey to the top of the music world.” Drawing respect across the board, they have gone on to appear as top-flight collaborators including the latest “Hey Driver” with Zach Bryan.
The War and Treaty has captivated audiences across the globe from North America to Europe, Australia and beyond, while headlining their own shows and opening for a diverse group of living legends: Al Green, Brandi Carlile, Chris Stapleton, Jason Isbell, John Legend, Lauren Daigle, and Van Morrison among them.
Walk The Beat Albion is possible with the generous support of all our sponsors and partners:
Albion Community Foundation - Albion Arts Commission - Albion College - Albion-Homer United Way - Albion Malleable Brewing Company - Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan (Ford) - Caster Cares - City of Albion - CreateMyTee - Decker Manufacturing - Dickerson Music Company - Galazio Restaurant - Greater Albion Chamber of Commerce - Knauf Insulation - Team 1 Plastics - The Body Shop Health and Wellness Center - HAAS Trucking - Third Coast Recording Company - BrickStreet Marketing - Calhoun County Senior Services
www.walkthebeatalbion.org
It’s Official!
You read that right. The War and Treaty are coming HOME to Albion and showing their support for Walk the Beat Albion on August 23rd!
After the street festival wraps up at 5PM, don’t go anywhere… Stick around for an after-hours concert you’ll never forget.
This is more than a homecoming. It’s a celebration of music, community, and the power of coming together.
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Background Photo and Graphic Edit Credit: Riverside Studios
The War and Treaty photo credit Valfred Mendoza
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