Taylor Hicks has never forgotten where he came from. Before he won "American Idol" and launched a successful music career, he grew up in the Birmingham area and spent many weekends on East Alabama's Lake Martin. Now, he is going back to give back.
Hicks is giving a free concert on Labor Day weekend on Lake Martin.
The concert will take place on Sunday at 6 p.m. at The Landing at Parker Creek. It is an indoor/outdoor restaurant operated by longtime WBRC sports anchor Herb Winches.
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It's best to arrive early to secure a table or seat.
Hicks stated, "Expect a really great live show, I call it 'the roadhouse ramble.' I spent a lot of years playing in all kinds of different roadhouses, and I've got a really great set of music. The sun will be setting, and the weather is going to be great."
Hicks' career took off after he won season 5 of "American Idol" in 2006.
Hicks is an artist, singer, harmonica player, guitarist and gifted songwriter.
A strong presence is expected at the Lake Martin show from Hicks' devoted fan base, known as the "Soul Patrol." Jimmy Buffett had The Parrotheads, and Taylor Hicks has the Soul Patrol.
Hicks was born in Birmingham, grew up in Hoover, graduated from Hoover High School playing baseball and basketball, and studied business at Auburn.
The now 50-year-old is known for his graying hair, which began at age 14.
Hicks' hits include:
- "Do I Make You Proud?"
- "What's Right is Right"
- "Six String and Diamond Rings"
- "Porch Swing"
He performed at the 2012 Republican National Convention. He recently endorsed U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) for governor of Alabama in the 2026 election.
Hicks also performs in musicals, including "Grease," where he played the part of "Teen Angel."
Jim 'Zig' Zeigler's beat is the colorful and positive about Alabama -- her people, places, events, groups and prominent deaths. He is a former Alabama Public Service Commissioner and State Auditor. You can reach him for comments at [email protected].
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