Flat River Band and Oak Ridge Boys Team Up for Familiar Collaboration [Exclusive Premiere]
The Oak Ridge Boys joined forces with the Flat River Band to create a new music video that pays homage to a legendary American television show. The collaboration features the iconic song “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight” and includes a cameo by John Schneider, known for his role as Bo Duke in the hit show Dukes of Hazzard.
The idea for the music video stemmed from a past episode of Dukes of Hazzard, where the Oak Ridge Boys performed the same song. In the new video, Schneider contacts the Flat River Band to warn them about a speed trap in Hazzard County, but the band ends up in a comedic situation that involves getting arrested and performing with the Oak Ridge Boys at the Boar’s Nest.
The video captures the essence of the original Dukes of Hazzard episode, with familiar faces like Duane Allen and William Lee Golden of the Oak Ridge Boys making an appearance. The song itself, released in 1979, remains a classic that reached No. 1 on the charts for the Oak Ridge Boys.
Unfortunately, some key figures associated with the original TV show scene have since passed away, including Joe Bonsall of the Oak Ridge Boys, James Best who played the sheriff, and Sorrell Booke who played Boss Hogg. However, the spirit of the collaboration lives on through the music video.
The Flat River Band, who grew up watching Dukes of Hazzard, expressed their excitement at performing alongside their childhood idols. Recalling the original episode where the Oak Ridge Boys performed the song, the band members shared that collaborating with the Oak Ridge Boys was a dream come true for them.
This unique collaboration between the Flat River Band and the Oak Ridge Boys serves as a testimony to the timelessness of traditional country music. As the music industry continues to evolve, artists like Cody Johnson, Justin Moore, Aaron Watson, Triston Marez, and Lauren Mascitti uphold the roots of country music with their authentic sound and style.
In a separate note, several country stars, such as Carly Pearce, Mark Chesnutt, and Colt Ford, have faced serious health conditions, shedding light on the challenges that some artists in the industry endure. Despite these obstacles, these artists continue to inspire with their music and resilience.
In conclusion, the collaboration between Flat River Band and the Oak Ridge Boys brings together two generations of country music in a nostalgic and entertaining music video. The enduring appeal of traditional country music lives on through these artists who stay true to the genre’s core values and history.