Today's Interview: Michael Johnathon Talks About The Troubadour Concert Series

WEKU | By Wendy Barnett

Published February 1, 2024 at 6:30 AM EST

The Troubadour Concert Series celebrates 30 years of hosting big name musical acts in Lexington. In celebration of Lexington’s 250^th birthday, the series has a new venue and concert creator Michael Johnathon tells Wendy Barnett more about the 30^th anniversary.

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