Who's opening for Kevin Costner?

I had a concert this past Saturday night here in the concert hall at our farm and it was so special. Not only was it a beautiful evening and a lot of fun, it reminded me how wonderful it's going to be to have music each evening as the sun sets over The Homestead Festival. We have a bunch of incredible artists/bands performing, but probably the one people are most excited about is Kevin Costner and his band Modern West. We've all seen his movies and love his work as an actor, and we're excited to hear his music too. On that note, we've also had a number of folks asking over the last month or so who is going to be Kevin's opening act? Well, after much deliberation and thought, we finally made a decision.
In today's flog we share that info, along with a powerful behind-the-scenes look at the concert we had on Saturday. If you watch to the end, you'll see and hear a special guest who performed with me that evening...
*** thank you to my nephew Mikel Hunt, who shot and edited the concert video. If you'd like to learn more about him and the videos he makes, you can subscribe to his channel at / mikelhunt .
This is Flog #1329...
It’s day 6 of our 30-day FLOG countdown to the festival… just 24 more to go… as we share our daily journey preparing our first Homestead Festival on June 3rd and 4th here at our farm. We hope you will consider coming to join us. You can see the full schedule, lineup, and get your festival passes at www.thehomesteadfestival.com/
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The Homestead Festival, a first-of-its-kind outdoor event, will make its debut on June 3-4, 2022 at Rory Feek's 100-acre historic farm in Columbia, Tennessee. Combining music and meaning, the two-day affair features musical performances, including headliner Kevin Costner & Modern West, as well as masterclass lectures by prominent homesteading community leaders such as Dr. Temple Grandin, Joel Salatin, Justin Rhodes, and many others.
In addition to Costner and his band making a rare stop on their Tales From Yellowstone 2 tour, the musical lineup on the main stage also includes The Isaacs, Jimmy Fortune, and the Brotherly Love project (Bradley Walker, Mike Rogers, Jimmy Fortune, and Ben Isaacs), as well as other bands on a smaller stage.
“We are all, of course, over-the-moon excited to have Mr. Costner and his band coming to join us for the event. But the truth is, we are just as excited to have all the incredible performers and speakers that are taking the time from their busy lives to come to Tennessee and share their knowledge and skills with individuals and families who too will be coming from all over to take part in this special weekend,” says GRAMMY-winning artist and New York Times best-selling author Rory Feek.
“The format for that Friday and Saturday will be homesteading classes and lectures throughout the day and music on the main stage in the evenings as the sun sets,” Rory continues. “Multiple tents here on the grounds will host simultaneous speakers sharing their vast experience of learning to be more self-sustaining and living closer to the land, which I think are very important things that aren’t being passed down to future generations the way they used to be, especially with the struggles we are all facing in the world today. People are interested in learning the skills and information that can help them provide for their families in these challenging times and also add meaning and joy to their lives.”
Homesteading lectures and classes at the festival will vary from growing and preserving your own food, to keeping bees or baby chicks, to home birth and home-schooling. Attendees will also be able to explore and shop at the Homestead Marketplace, featuring over 100 vendors, skilled artisans, local food trucks, and a demonstration area showcasing a variety of homesteading arts and crafts like woodworkers, blacksmiths, gardening experts, flower farmers, artists, and many more.
HISTORY OF THE HOMESTEAD FESTIVAL:
From 2008 to 2013, Rory Feek and his wife Joey held their annual Bib & Buckle Fest, where thousands of fans from all over attended outdoor concerts on the front lawn of their historic farm. This will be the first time Rory has brought outdoor music to his homestead since then.
Since Joey’s passing in 2016, Rory has expanded the farm adding more rotational-grazed pastures for cows and chickens, a one-room schoolhouse with a barnyard and livestock, multiple gardens, a greenhouse, and continued to host concerts on the farm in his 300-seat venue known as Homestead Hall. All of this is in an effort to be more sustainable for his large extended family who live, work, and teach on the farm.
For more information, visit www.thehomesteadfestival.com/ and follow the festival on Facebook and Instagram with the links below.
Facebook: / thehomesteadfestival
Instagram: / thehomesteadfestival

[@lizf4717]

Your daughter is so beautiful and daddy is doing a wonderful job taking care of her and I'm sure her mom is looking down and smiling on you both.

[@AT-zn7gi]

Just lovely 💕

[@KrissiCreates]

Officially in happy tears seeing and hearing Indiana perform with you Rory !!! Oh course you should open for Kevin Costner !!!

[@catherineb5066]

I cant afford the tickets but more important I can't leave home I'm a fulltime caregiver to my husband who has Parkinsons with probable lewy body ..it is my honor and pleasure to do all I can for him.Im his arms his legs and his memory at times the last week he doesn't know me but he says I'm a sweet girl who is pretty and cooks good. So that is my beautiful music this week and it fuels me for another day. I Hope you all have a wonderful time at the festival and make sweet.memories to treasure 🙏💝🕊🌞

[@KrissiCreates]

God bless you in all that you are doing for your husband!! I took care of my Momma, then years later my Husband. It often felt exhausting mentally and physically. But I would do it all over again !! Hugs, love and prayers from Kansas

[@donnamyers7274]

Indiana is precious, beautiful and perfect!!! God gave you and Joey a little Angel!!!💞🙌🙏

[@louannnadrchal8206]

Yes this is true.I had an angel also her name was Leanne, but she is in heaven with her father and grandmother I lost all 3 this year in less than 3 months, watching Indiana helps me ,as my Leanne had down syndrome also God bless you both

[@donnamyers7274]

@@louannnadrchal8206 I'm so sorry for your loss! Prayers for you!💞🙏🙏🙏💔

[@carollong4997]

Tears 😢 of joy over Indy and all she has accomplished. Great job Papa. ❤

[@tstewartfan626]

I know Joey was just smiling very happy with what has happened since she left her body and her heavenly body is just standing on that stage with Rory and Indy! Her happiness can be felt just watching this video!🙏❤️

[@TheresaPowers]

joey is dead. she can;'t smile at all. she isn't happy, Traci. she is DEAD.

[@carolynanderson336]

Precious❤️

[@KatieDidsThirstForThrifting]

Indiana is so precious! I love seeing the two of you interact...beautiful. ❤

[@pamalvestad3848]

Absolutely Precious

[@michellemesaris34]

That brought such cheerful, happy tears to my eyes. Indy sweetie....you are such a precious gem ❤️🥰 That was absolutely beautiful!! Wish I could be there to join you all in the festival and to see you open for an amazing man.. Kevin Costner!! 🥰

[@angelacalderone9608]

I've followed their journey from the time Joey publicized her illness,Rory is a unique man...Joey and him were born to be together,sadly Joey was taken far too soon-your daughter will forever bond you as family eternally,maybe Daddy/daughter duo🎵🎶Mommys singing along too😍 I've been personally touched(wished I had been loved this way) and even shed many tears along the way....if only I was loved this way,now pandemically a Nomad Nonna'

[@sarahthomas7866]

Awesome!! She's coming out of her shyness. Thanks for sharing.

[@judyabernathy80]

Oh so precious watching Indiana sing!! ♥️🙏🏼♥️

[@judyackley153]

So amazing so good she got my heart💖she’s a ⭐️ thank you 🙏 love you all

[@moosey7300]

Just beautiful 💚❤️💙

[@GossMania]

Awee such a blessing to perform with your sweet little girl. It is your lovely homestead. Of course it is only fitting it should be you. We are working in the details to get our tickets purchased soon.

[@trerc1]

SO PRECIOUS BLESS YOUR BEAUTIFUL HEARTS!🙏 GREAT JOB INDY!👍👏👏🥰

[@phylliswemhaner5906]

That was so precious!

[@kathyborth6677]

Great duet!

[@mygommie]

I see this image of Joey looking down on you two and smiling with such joy-I wish it were not so far to Tennessee-God Bless-

[@brendaniebel1355]

Amen 🙏😁

[@bwkeve3876]

Crying happy tears Indy, you did so well

[@andrewholl2108]

Thank you Rory. That was SO Sweet and comforting to see Indy on stage with you ❤️

[@lisarosebud6404]

My brother Steven Paul has beautiful almond eyes ✝️

[@lindaebert789]

Aww 🥰💞 she is so precious 😇🙏 you are so blessed thank you so much for sharing. Jesus knows your name and is the only way home 🥰😇🙏

[@rosalindgeorge7158]

D

[@marieb9536]

Know this. Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father, but through Him

[@jimg8070]

I must say that seeing little Indy up there brought back memories of when Joey was that age singing at our church. What a true blessing and I am sure Joey would be smiling down at her right now.

[@theresa7659]

Not a dry eye in the house!!! Absolutely beautiful ♥️♥️♥️

[@ritahopkins7213]

So Precious! THANK You!😇

[@jazzcanada2001]

Oh my, I haven’t seen Indy in such a long time…..She has grown so beautiful just like her Momma…..the end…..was so touching…..you could see the enormous love of a father for his daughter…..

[@nellmarie98]

Oh, how beautiful Indy singing with Poppa! Rory, I totally agree that you are the one to open for Kevin Costner and Modern West. You have been working double-time to get ready for the homesteading festival. I wish I could be there, my late fiance and I were huge fans of Joey and Rory on and off stage and planned to come to a concert until Joey got sick and passed. I am still a huge fan today of all that you do.

[@donnamauriello8444]

What a precious child!!!!! Great job Indy and Papa!!!

[@sandyklosterman2217]

Wish I could be there. Cannot afford. Praying for a great time for you all.

[@karanmk53]

Same here

[@dawnwallace6337]

Sandy klosterman. When they make the money on tickets to cover everything they should have a side thats like ok let in a 100 people free. Theres setting for them. They could make it up the sales from drinks food etc

[@sueagee3121]

Absolutely precious ❤ I would have loved to be there, but health and finances would never allow the travel. My very first concert was in Salem Oregon to see Zach Brown band. I was so touched by Joey and felt a beautiful presence in her. I was shocked and saddened to hear of her illness, but Rory I followed you through the whole journey you shared with us. You are an amazing man, husband and daddy. I am thankful I was able to be a part of such a beautiful love story. Indiana has grown into such a lovely little girl. My thought and prayers will always be with you. Your family has touched my heart. God Bless you

[@vondaburton7095]

Loved the video and Thank you for sharing Indiana is beautiful young girl

[@patriciarodems6439]

Oh my Rory Indiana, precious 🥰

[@rosebayer114]

So so beautiful! 🤗💖❤

[@annagiesbrecht9752]

Oh how nice! Loved it. Indy your so good with singing with your papa.💜

[@annetteharman2727]

Wonderful job on the video. After attending several concerts there it's nice to see the "behind the scenes" look. Esp loved Indy helping you pick out your clothes, seeing Indy perform with you and the prayer before the show. Continued blessings on all of your endeavors.

[@jbfarm7735]

❤❤❤❤❤Absolutly adorable!!!

[@Zyzyslolly]

I agree! I loved that she picked out the outfit and sang with him. So awesome.

[@deborahcincotta3600]

RORY JOEY WOULD BE SO PROUD OF YOU FOR WHERE YOU HAVE COME FROM TO WHERE YOU ARE TODAY SHE IS SMILEING DOWN FROM HEAVEN ABOVE FOR SURE ON YOU AND INDIANA EVERY DAY

[@CDavis-qu8bn]

No doubt, Joey is smiling down from heaven, soooo proud of her beautiful baby girl, Indiana !! Great work, Rory! God Bless !

[@flourpower7417]

Omgawsh ! This is the bestest one ever !!! Just made my day ! Beautiful job sweet baby girl and her Poppy.

[@lindaharrelson331]

That is absolutely Beautiful. Thank you so much.

[@KarinaPugliese]

Thanks God the Daily flogs are back!!!😎🤠🙏🏽🌼

[@lindaharvey5696]

Absolutely beautiful Joey will be so proud bless you all......

[@janetshepherd7183]

So precious Indy!! Great job♥️

[@debbieomi]

Well, that was a whole lot of cuteness tucked into the end! Indy is right where she belongs as long as she wants to.

[@kathrynhall7021]

Sweet tears of joy❤️ Thank you all🙏

[@jen4him72]

You're a special man, Rory! And an amazing Papa! Every little girl should be so lucky and so loved! ❤️ wish I could be there for the festival! Maybe next year. 🙏

[@carolwolfgang7020]

I’m sure the festival is going to be a huge success! Wish my family and I could attend. I am hoping to see some footage here on you tube after the event!

[@CanadaCindy]

Oh my … we knew it had to happen. That darling sweet girl is already a star. ⭐️

[@janicew6222]

Indiana is a beautiful and precious gift.

[@erldamills9939]

Absolutely beautiful just like her mama , I would love to hear more from miss Indy

[@ElainesYT]

You've built something so very special for you, your family and your community Rory. Joey would be so very proud of all you've accomplished. Hope to one day have the honor of visiting your homestead. Continued blessings 🙏🏼

[@sharonpiper2253]

Wonderful video and you are correct: a very special guest at the end. So, so cute!!!!!! Thank you for the vlogs again!

[@kathydumas2745]

Great job, Mike! Indiana was precious ❤️

[@MikelHunt]

😊💚

[@cjacob9875]

Roky & Indy should open for Kevin. (LOVE INDY💖 she is so precious)!

[@thinkforyourselfjohn3167]

That special guest made my night. She is precious ♥️♥️. Thank you for the upload.

[@herbhouston5378]

Simply beautiful❤!

[@melanies2389]

So sweet! You should definitely open for Kevin! The whole video was Awesome💕

[@pattysuechandler-lindquist3159]

5/10/22: GADS, Rory you trying to play everyone for a fool" you've written Soo many beautiful songs for Soo many. You and Joey ripped up the Country charts for 10 yrs🤗 May GoD write the SONG that's Never been written,,See ya on June 3&4th.. Patty Sue In MARYLAND

[@dottie2884]

This is soo precious 💖 Indi did a wonderful job!! She looked so beautiful ❣

[@pamrush8763]

Yep, once again so precious 🥰 love that little girl

[@rachelhopper9720]

Great job Indiana!!!! I’d buy your cd any day ❤️

[@brendaniebel1355]

I cry, with tears of joy. They have been thru so much.

[@kimberlyholt2241]

OHhhhh heart wrenching! 💜🤗 Joey is smiling right there with y'all!!!!! I can't wait to hear Kevin Costner with his band!!!!!!!🌻

[@JackieJP]

Nice job on these FLOGS, Rory and Michael !!! Well done, guys! How great to see Russ Driver in this one. He’s one in a million!!

[@rebeccasanford8607]

Greetings from East Texas! What a great video update and a beautiful duet! Blessings to you all.

[@scsymo1]

What a wonderful artist to sing with!!

[@edithbennett8856]

I came to this Chanel by chance and I'm so happy and blest to have met this Dad and his precious daughter. God bless them both

[@janehamilton5534]

Love it, warms my heart! God bless you !!

[@bonfer20]

Indiana has grown into such a beautiful girl. I see Joey's smile on her sweet face. She has been so blessed to have y'all as her parents. Now she is singing on stage with her daddy...oh my goodness, how precious💗

[@donnakytle6595]

Precious!

[@deepopolizio9884]

Awesome video! Amazing folks, and beautiful country. Can't wait to get there. Blessings Rory to you and your family. See ya soon.

[@sharonclaassen8382]

Ahhh nooo... This was just TOO SHORT! Rory... You are one special man and excellent father! May Adonai Bless and keep you always 🙏 🙌 🙏

[@jenniferbryan295]

Precious!! Absolutely Precious!!

[@suzyzelinski5089]

😊good stuff! Made my ❤️happy 😊!

[@hettiephillips7778]

That's so sweet. People with disabilities can accomplish alot if given a chance. She is getting so big. I love it.

[@barbseverino1278]

How precious.

[@nathaliecayrol5159]

those people are Angels !!! both daddy and his beautiful little daughter....just like Joey was ! I've never seen such amazing and full of love family !

[@rachelvictor3380]

Beautiful to sing together as father and daughter

[@lindaager8273]

She is an angel ❤️

[@cyndilu61]

Aww so sweet with Indy preforming with you and of course you should open fo Kevin your amazing Rory God Bless You

[@emmacardall8152]

Oh wow still watching you Rory all the way from UK 🇬🇧 what a beautiful life you are giving indy

[@melindataljaard2753]

Awe, so precious 💖 💕. Love the fact that you let her choose your shirt. That was adorable! Will watch your and Indiana's videos forever.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@shellystarkey6543]

We loved being there Friday night to tour Indy's school & enjoy Bob Goff. We only wished we could have stayed w/ our Friends for the concert on Saturday night but had a long drive back home to New York. What a beautiful weekend at the Homestead, Rory & thank you to Mikel for capturing these precious moments. In our Lord's Love and ours, too, shelly & Keith ❤️

[@leannm5937]

Beautiful 💗

[@shirleymatthewsdunn4743]

There is no better Papa in the world than you, my friend. Indy is a very blessed little girl. Joey is lighting up Heaven with her bright smile when looking at our family with much love and pride. Love to all.

[@tiffanybittman7523]

Prayers, love, light, strength,peace, wisdom, blessings

[@matrixfree3480]

Touched by an angel...

[@glamourcowgirl68]

So very precious. You e done an awesome job 🥺👏👏👏👏👏🙏❤️🙏🙏🙏. She’s a little doll ❤️

[@peggentle6882]

I wish I still lived in Tennessee. I sure would want to attend one of your concerts, Rory! How sweet that you included Indy in your song! What a blessing she is!!! Your homeplace looks SO wonderful! God bless you and Indy!!!

[@belieftransformation]

Beautiful Indiana singing with her dad! Precious moments🤗❤️🇨🇦

[@pauline6986]

That's wonderful that Indiana takes part on the stage ! Wishing all a blessed festival - following you in Germany ! 🌷

[@throughfaithandgrace2970]

😩😭 this is the most precious father daughter duo I have ever seen. I love them

[@tinag2226]

Oh That Indy......she just warms my heart. Many Blessings!

[@cmdub97]

I only clicked on this video because I saw a Mic in front of Indy! I was not disappointed! I love her sweet face and beautiful soul.

[@CGH250]

That duet with Indy was priceless! She’s such a beautiful little girl! I know her momma was smiling down on that sweet performance! God bless you. ❤️🙏✝️NC

[@080569able]

That was so beautiful 😍 may God Bless Indiana and yourself Papa

[@GoDave883]

Thats what its all about. Thank you.

[@jacobeames4093]

Seeing Indy on stage with you, Rory, brought me to tears. I’m 16, and my mom is going through a battle with cervical cancer. (Like Joey.) She is pregnant with my youngest sister who (similar to Indy) has down syndrome. I’ve been a huge fan of your story, and everything you have done through the love of God. Whenever I worry about the future, your music encourages me, and puts me back in the right mindset. I am truly thankful for you and your story. Thank you, Rory.

[@s.wilson2702]

Jacob, your comments brought me to tears. I'm sure if Rory sees what you wrote, he will be mightily moved by your beautiful and wise words. I'm can barely see to type this for the tears in my eyes. You are a very special, and blessed by God, young man. I know your mom is super proud of you. I will lift up a prayer for your mom, her baby, and you and your family!

[@jacobeames4093]

@@s.wilson2702 thank you so much for this comment. God bless you ❤️

[@Linda-kq8ef]

Absolutely Beautiful !!! Jesus knows where we have already bee. So Precious !!! 🥰✝️💟

[@melissagreen1117]

Seeing Indy sing with you was the best❤️