The world discovered America in 1972 when a nameless horse began its gallop across the international airwaves. “A Horse with No Name,” made America a household name, paving the way for an impressive string of hits. Slightly more than a year after launching the group; Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell, and Dan Peek were bona fide superstars.

Beckley and Bunnell will bring the hits of America to the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre on Saturday, June 7 at 8 PM. Presented by Malon D. Mimms Company and Renaissance Waverly Hotel, the concert is one in a five-concert Rockin’ Nights series, featuring classic rock artists. Eddie Money will perform June 20, Pat Benatar on July 3, Starship with Mickey Thomas performs August 9 and Creedence Clearwater Revisited will rock the stage August 15.

America’s journey has found them exploring a wide variety of musical terrain. Their best-know tunes, which also include “I Need You,” “Ventura Highway,” “Don’t Cross The River,” “Tin Man,” “Lonely People” and “Sister Golden Hair” were cornerstones of the 70s Top 40 and FM rock radio.

The combination of Beckley’s melodic pop rock and Bunnell’s use of folk-jazz elements, slinky Latin-leaning rhythms and impressionistic lyric imagery contrasted well with Peek's more traditional country-rock leanings and highly personal lyrics. By the mid-70s, inter-band conflicts combined with an exhaustive touring and recording schedule exacted its toll on the group. With Peek’s departure from the fold in 1977, his band mates rose to the challenge and carried on as a duo.

Shifts in sound and direction, changes in producers and managers, and a renewed dedication to the craft of songwriting helped rocket America to the upper reaches of the pop charts in 1982 with their smash single, "You Can Do Magic." Their growth as singers, songwriters and musicians has continued as illustrated by releases such as 1998's Human Nature, 2002’s Holiday Harmony, an album comprised of seasonal classics and the live showcases, 2000's 'America - Live' and 2002's Grand Cayman Concert. The band’s 2007 2-CD set, Here & Now is a distillation of the group’s signature sound past and present, comprising one studio record of all new material and a second live disc taped at XM Radio featuring renditions of songs found on the group’s multi-platinum greatest hits album, History.

Acoustic musician Michael Magno will open for America. Magno first established his reputation as a performance artist in Florida before moving on to New York, Nashville, and Tennessee. Since then, he has chosen Atlanta as his new home. He has proven himself to be a popular singer, exceptional songwriter, and superb performer.

The best bargain for a great show in the metro-Atlanta area is at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre! Ticket prices start at just $20 for lawn admission. With more than 2,000 seats, the intimate setting is ideal for both the performer and the audience. Reserved seats in Terrace One section, located in the front and center sections, are $45. Reserved seats in Terrace Two, the back right and left sections, are $38.75. Great seats are still available for the show and will be available at the Box Office on the night of the concert. Tickets also may be ordered by phone by calling by Ticketmaster at 404.249.6400 or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Concessions are provided by Mother’s Finest Catering. They also provide boxed dinners and catering for patrons. Patrons may also bring their own picnics and small coolers are permitted at the amphitheater.

Sponsors include Samples Construction, GreyStone Power Corporation, Barnes Law Group, Elanders Seiz Printing, Marietta Daily-Journal, Caraustar, John Wieland Homes & Neighborhoods, Mother’s Finest Catering, Lanier Parking and Cobb County.

Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre is located just 6 miles from I-285 at the S. Atlanta Road exit, making it convenient to most of the metro-Atlanta area. In addition to the unique size of the venue, all of the reserved seats are covered.

For more information, call 770.819.7765 or visit the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre website, www.mablehouse.org.