The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® is thrilled to announce Graham Barham, with special guest Spencer Hatcher will entertain country music fans during the Malloy Toyota Country Music Party on the Shenandoah Country Q102 stage inside the Tolley Dental Zone at the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics & Events Center on Saturday evening, May 2, 2026.

Graham Barham

Graham Barham’s distinct sonic can be summed up in two words: CLUB COUNTRY. With his roots in Oak Ridge, Louisiana (population: 124), Barham grew up the son of a farmer and a schoolteacher, inspired by country stalwarts like George Strait as much as pop and hip-hop icons such as Justin Bieber. Named an artist to watch by Spotify and Amazon Music, Barham has made waves with his signature word play and swaggering musicality. As naturally as he writes and performs fiery country bangers, he pens cuts for fellow rising stars such as Wyatt Flores, Chase Matthew, and Tyler Braden. Signed to Sony Music Nashville and Disruptor Records, Barham’s latest viral hit “OIL MONEY” earned the largest debut of his career and is the title track of his accompanying EP, which features standouts like “WHISKEY WHISKEY,” “LIE TO ME,” and “SHOOT THE LOCK.” With more than 132 million career streams, Barham is burning his own path within the country landscape.

For more information about Graham Barham, visit grahambarham.com and follow him on Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube.

Spencer Hatcher

Stone Country Records’ Spencer Hatcher is a bluegrass-influenced country artist who was raised on a farm in the heartland of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. By the age of 11, he was already playing his five-string banjo in his family’s bluegrass band. In 2020, Hatcher formed his own country band, backed by younger brother Connor Hatcher, a bass prodigy and “blood harmony” supporting vocalist.

Dubbed the “String King” by his hometown newspaper and quickly developing a reputation across Virginia and neighboring states as an exciting live performer, Hatcher self-booked and played more than 150 shows a year in both 2023 and 2024, often setting venue attendance records.

Hatcher has built a strong fan base, including nearly one million social media followers. On TikTok alone, the rising star has amassed over 68 million organic views and 8.6 million likes. This led to a high-profile partnership with PepsiCo, with Hatcher co-writing and performing a bluegrass jingle for a nationwide commercial for Mountain Dew Major Melon.

Hatcher’s debut EP, Honky Tonk Hideaway—a good-time destination for music fans who prefer their country served stone cold—is available now. The EP features Hatcher’s debut single, “When She Calls Me Cowboy,” which was a Top 10 Most Added Song at U.S. Country Radio (Mediabase) out-of-the-box. Saving Country Music has lauded the young old-fashioned gentleman as “one of the most promising up-and-coming voices in traditional country music.”

For more information, visit spencerhatchermusic.com and follow him on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Tickets

Special early-bird ticket pricing is now on sale through December 31. Advance ticket prices range from $15 to $45 and are available for purchase at https://www.thebloom.com/events.

Things to know before you arrive at the show

New for 2026, the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® has implemented a clear bag policy that will be in effect for the Malloy Toyota Country Music Party. Ticketholders are permitted one clear bag no larger than 14” x 9” or a one -gallon clear plastic storage bag. Visit https://www.thebloom.com/clear-bag-policy for a list of prohibited items, bag-types not allowed in the concert venue, and Frequently Asked Questions about the new policy.

The Country Music Party is a cashless event. Only debit and credit cards will be accepted for day-of ticket sales at the door and beverage tokens. Fans are encouraged to purchase their beverage tokens online once they select their seats and before checkout. By doing so, you will avoid the on-site beverage token purchase line for fast and easy service.