Drew Parker and Chuck Leavell to Headline Lanier Islands Songwriter Festival

Drew Parker and Chuck Leavell will headline separate nights at Lanier Islands Resort when the first Songwriters at the Lake Music Festival brings three days of performances to the Buford destination Nov. 13–15.

Organizers have opened single-day admission alongside the $129 all-shows pass. A $49 Friday wristband covers seven shows, including the Drew Parker Band at 6 p.m. A $69 Saturday wristband covers nine shows, including Chuck Leavell & Friends at 6 p.m. Both headline concerts will take place at Peachtree Pointe Amphitheater.

More than 20 songwriters are expected across eight venues, with performances built around both the music and the stories behind songs written for other artists. Songwriters ATL is producing the event.

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Parker on Friday, Leavell on Saturday

Parker’s Friday concert will include an appearance by Joanna Cotten of the Eric Church Band. The Georgia musician has written songs for Luke Combs, including “Doin’ This” and “Forever After All.”

Leavell, whose career includes the Allman Brothers Band and the Rolling Stones, will lead Saturday’s concert with guests including Randall Bramblett, Jimmy Hall and Greg Barnhill.

The weekend will also include smaller performances around the resort, giving audiences opportunities to hear songwriters outside the two headline concerts.

Three days of performances

Sunday’s performances are reserved for holders of the three-day pass. The all-shows pass costs $129, plus taxes and a ticket fee.

Jody Jackson, executive director of Songwriters ATL, said the resort has indoor spaces available if weather interferes with outdoor performances. Attendees should check the final schedule before traveling, as venues and performance times may change.

Tickets and location

Tickets are available through Songwriters at the Lake. A portion of ticket-sale proceeds will benefit Georgia Mountain Food Bank, the Jarrard Burch Songwriter Foundation and Amped Kids Music Foundation.

Lanier Islands Resort is at 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. Overnight accommodations are available at Legacy Lodge, Legacy Villas and the LakeHouses at Legacy through the resort’s festival page or by calling 770-945-8787.