Jelly Roll is throwing an album release show at the Ryman next week
The Mother Church of Country Music gets a one-two punch from Nashville's own Jelly Roll next week.
On Wednesday, the rapper-turned-crooner throws a release show for his debut country album "Whitsitt Chapel" at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Tickets cost $25 before fees and go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. via ryman.com. At the show, Jelly Roll — an Antioch native born Jason DeFord who hustled in DIY hip-hop scenes for years before finding his way in modern country music — plans to perform the album in its entirety.
Show proceeds benefit Impact Youth Outreach, a non-profit program aiding at-risk youth.
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On Tuesday, Jelly Roll hosts a viewing party at the Ryman for "Jelly Roll: Save Me," an upcoming Hulu documentary chronicling his journey from ex-convict to country stardom. Produced by ABC News, the documentary debuts May 30 on the popular streaming platform.
Tickets to the documentary screening are free; fans can register begining at noon on Friday via ryman.com.
"Whitsitt Chapel" hits streaming services and record store shelves Friday via Nashville's BBR Music Group. The album includes radio single "Need A Favor" and breakout tune "Save Me."
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Jelly Roll plots album release events at Nashville's historic Ryman
