# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Highland Groove
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Highland Groove is a dynamic four-piece band hailing from Anniston, Alabama, blending the heart of Southern soul with the energy of funk, rock, and jam-band improvisation. With infectious grooves, tight rhythms, and powerful melodies, Highland Groove delivers a sound that’s both familiar and refreshingly original—crafted to move your feet and stir your soul.

The current lineup—John Flannagan (vocals, guitar), Nick Preston (vocals, bass), Justin Ridley (drums), and Gary McCormick (keys)—has been playing together for over five years, though the band’s roots stretch back a full decade. Together, they’ve developed a chemistry that’s unmistakable on stage, fueled by a shared love of storytelling through music and the push-pull energy of live performance.

Drawing inspiration from artists like Marcus King Band, Vulfpeck, Tedeschi Trucks Band, John Mayer, and Scary Pockets, Highland Groove creates music that’s as tight as it is soulful. Their performances are marked by rich vocal harmonies, rhythmic precision, and moments of spontaneous improvisation—turning each show into a one-of-a-kind experience.

Over the years, Highland Groove has built a strong regional following, playing a wide variety of venues—from the adrenaline of Talladega Motor Speedway to the community spirit of Oxford Fest, where they’ve been featured multiple times.

They’ve also performed for ERA King’s 50th Anniversary Celebration and brought their unique sound to bars, nightclubs, private parties, and events across northern Alabama.

Looking ahead to 2025, Highland Groove is gearing up for an exciting year of new music, fresh collaborations, and more high-energy shows. Whether on a festival stage or in a packed local venue, the band continues to bring a sound that’s as skillful as it is soulful—groove-driven music that resonates long after the last note.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oxford/highland-groove/200029155044456
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, art, fine-arts, parties, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 25

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Oxford
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 100 E Choccolocco St, Oxford, AL, United States, Alabama 36203
- **lat**: 33.61462
- **long**: -85.8339
- **full address**: 100 E Choccolocco St, Oxford, AL, United States, Alabama 36203

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Highland Groove
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Highland Groove being held?
  - **A:** Highland Groove takes place on Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 07:30 pm to Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 07:30 pm at 100 E Choccolocco St, Oxford, AL, United States, Alabama 36203.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Highland Groove?
  - **A:** Highland Groove is organized by Oxford Performing Arts Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Highland Groove is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oxford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Highland Groove sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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