Many of today's hottest stars may know how to put on a show, but they have artists like Wanda Jackson to thank for paving
the way in the music world. Her concert events have been entertaining fans for over half a century. The veteran entertainer
shows no signs of slowing, and she is still booking events, like her upcoming gig at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City.
Wanda Jackson rose to fame in an era when few female performers accomplished that feat. She grew up singing with a musical
family, and when she was only 14-years-old, she caught the attention of country singer Hank Thompson. He decided to feature
her voice with her band, which led to her first record deal and the start of her live
shows.
By the beginning of the 1960s, Wanda Jackson was a bona fide success thanks to songs like "Let's Have a Party," "Right
or Wrong," "In the Middle of a Heartache" and "If I Cried Every Time You Hurt Me." Even when tastes began to migrate away
from rockabilly, Wanda Jackson's place was already cemented in the music world.
Wanda Jackson could have retired long ago and enjoyed her time off rather than taking to the stage again. Like a true legend,
though, Wanda Jackson can't resist the call of the stage and routinely books tour
dates, much to the delight of her massive fan base. The best way to experience a piece of rockabilly history is to see
her live.