Country-rock royalty Pure Prairie League (PPL), a seminal outfit during the 70s and 80s movement that brought mainstream success to the country rock and southern rock genre, continues to ride the revival wave with “Back on Track,” the group’s first studio album in nearly two decades. On Sunday, July 6 the band will take the stage of the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor for a 7:30 p.m. concert. No doubt many of thenew tracks will played.

Released Dec. 6, 2024 on Pure Prairie League Records, "Back on Track" takes the classic PPL sound and gives it a fresh spin. Throughout a dozen cuts, we hear a rejuvenated band that pays homage to its signature sound while still injecting fresh sonic air. “Back on Track” is simultaneously classic and contemporary.

Today’s Pure Prairie League features founding member John David Call on pedal steel guitar; Scott Thompson on drums, percussion, and vocals; Randy Harper on keyboards and vocals; Jeffrey Zona on guitars and vocals; and Jared Camic on bass and vocals. “Back on Track” also boasts special guests Jenifer Wrinkle on fiddle; Jeff (Birdman) Kirk on alto sax; Mat Britain on steel drums and percussion; and Gary Burr, a PPL member in the mid-80s and late-90s, on vocals.

“Back on Track” flows like a freshwater river making its way through moss-covered rocks to its home in a cool clear lake. Those who remember the 70s glory days of “Amie,” “Two Lane Highway,” and “Let Me Love You Tonight” will be delighted at how much PPL has preserved its style. New fans will rejoice in the uncluttered musicianship, sing-along lyrics, and accessible blend of country, rock, pop and rhythm and blues.

Country rockers such as Keith Urban, Nickel Creek, Wilco, Counting Crows, and so many others that cite PPL as a major influence. A perfect way to round out the July 4th weekend!  Advance discounted tickets are $35 and only available directly from the box office: call 207-633-5159 or drop by 86 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor. Regular tickets are $40, available online at https://boothbayoperahouse.com. Doors open at 7 p.m. for this 7:30 show.