As veteran Branson trippers my wife and I are always looking for shows in the area that we have not seen before. I came across the 14 Karat Country show but almost passed it by. The show is not well promoted and I was familiar with the restaurant type location that was advertised. I obtained some 2-for-1 tickets for the show so I thought I would take a chance on it. Am I ever glad I did. It was the best surprise in Branson and our best afternoon show of this trip.
We like the big shows too but with the tendency toward high-tech everything, it is getting more and more difficult to find the simple, straight-forward, kind of country music shows that Branson was built on. If you are looking for a big venue, lights, smoke and comedians kind of production, this ain’t it. If you are looking for a really good country band, that does a great job playing a whole lot of classic country music, this is the show for you.
Their female vocalist was better than many I have heard in the larger Branson shows. Their lead guitar player was exceptional. The other guys in the group could play and sing like the pros that first recorded the songs. If there is an award in Branson for the best show for traditional country music, we nominate 14 Karat Country.
We are hopeful that a few other Branson, shows will recapture this “focus on the music” format.
The seating is cabaret style but still suitable for children. They are not serving any drinks or food but you set at tables like you are in a restaurant or night club. If you think you might enjoy spending a few hours just listening to real country music, do yourself a favor and see this show. It may not be a lot of glitz and glamour but it is great country music and lots of it. Dennis,