Awesome 98 is proud to announce that the man with the gentle voice and more hits than we can count, America's iconic singer and songwriter James Taylor, will be in Lubbock, Texas April 13, 2016 at the United Supermarkets Arena for the first date of his U.S. tour.

Yes, you read that right. James Taylor and his All-Star Band will begin their U.S. tour right here in Lubbock.

Awesome 98 is your source for winning tickets, including 5th through 2nd row.

James Taylor has touched people all over the world with his warm, gentle voice and distinctive guitar playing for more than over 40 years.

He has sold over 100 million albums, earning gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards for classics ranging from Sweet Baby James in 1970 to October Road in 2002. He's won five Grammy awards and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame.

His most recent album "Before This World" was released in 2015. It debuted at no. 1 on the Billboard 200 and has been nominated for another Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album

It will be an unforgettable night and a great Valentine's Day present for you and your loved one.

Jacqui Neal will start win it before you buy it ticket giveaways this afternoon, Jan. 19th, between 3pm and 7pm.

Tickets go on sale Friday, January 29, 2016 at 10 a.m. at all Select-A-Seat outlets. You can check out the website to purchase your tickets or charge by phone (806) 770-2000.

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