Burning Love Fest

06/04/2026

🔥 SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT 🔥

We’re excited to announce our very first Burning Love Fest sponsor — Drive Crescent!

A huge thank you to Brian and Jamie Johnson and the Crescent Automotive team for supporting Burning Love Fest and helping us bring this unforgettable weekend to Aiken.

Crescent Automotive has been serving the Aiken community since 1999 as a certified Carfax Advantage pre-owned dealership, known for transparent pricing, no extra fees, hand-selected inventory, and a car-buying experience that actually feels welcoming. They’ve also been voted Aiken’s Choice for Best Pre-Owned Dealership five years in a row — and it’s easy to see why.

They’re local. They’re family-owned. They’re community-minded. And we’re proud to have them as part of the Burning Love Fest family.

Everybody drives Crescent… YOU should too!

06/03/2026

Aiken, we are SO ready to bring Burning Love Fest your way! 🔥

🌺 Get ready to be transported to paradise at Burning Love Fest 2026! 🌺

On Friday, July 24, experience Aloha from Aiken, a spectacular celebration of Elvis Presley’s unforgettable Hawaiian years. Featuring performances by Jacob Eder, Austin Irby, Doug Church, and Travis Powell, this one-of-a-kind show brings to life the music, memories, and magic of Elvis's island-inspired era.

From beloved movie hits to the legendary Aloha from Hawaii concert, this immersive production captures the spirit of one of the most iconic chapters of Elvis’s career. Guests are encouraged to embrace the island vibe and wear their favorite tropical attire! 🌴✨

📍 Etherredge Center at USC Aiken
📅 Friday, July 24 | 6:00 PM

Make plans now for an unforgettable weekend of music, nostalgia, and entertainment in Aiken.

🎟️ Learn more and purchase tickets at PowellProductionsLLC.com

06/01/2026

GENERAL ADMISSION DAY PASSES ARE ON SALE NOW! 🔥

Choose your own Burning Love Fest adventure for just $75!

Each General Admission Day Pass gets you access to a round of the Elvis Tribute Artist Competition PLUS one unforgettable headliner show.

So… what kind of Elvis weekend are you feeling?

🌺 A night in tropical Hawaii?
Friday brings you Aloha from Aiken — colorful, nostalgic, island-inspired, and full of the music and magic of Elvis’ Hawaiian years.

✨ A night in 70s Las Vegas?
Saturday takes you to Elvis in Concert: The Final Curtain — big vocals, big energy, and all the showroom-style excitement of Elvis’ iconic concert era.

🙏 A Southern Sunday Gospel?
Sunday closes the weekend with A King’s Gospel — a powerful, heartfelt celebration of the gospel music Elvis loved most, followed by the final round of competition.

One day. One pass. A whole lot of Elvis.

General Admission Day Passes are on sale now for $75.

Get yours here:
https://powellproductionsllc.ticketspice.com/burning-love-fest-day-pass-2026

Or call with questions:
(901) 496-6463

05/30/2026

🔥 LITTLE E COMPETITOR SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Zack Maddox to the ETA Competition at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: Warrior, Alabama

Performer Biography:
“At just 14 years old, Zack Maddox is already making his mark in the Elvis tribute world with humility, heart, and undeniable stage presence.

His journey began in a deeply personal way. After his grandmother passed away in 2020, Zack found a coat she had purchased at Graceland years prior. Curious about the image on the back, he learned it was Elvis Presley. After watching his first video, he was instantly hooked — and what started as curiosity quickly became a calling.

Performing under his own name, Zack brings youthful energy, respect for the legacy, and a genuine love for entertaining to every stage. He has placed second at the Big E Festival and received the People’s Choice Award. He’s also performed at the tent at Graceland and continues to perform at benefit events when given the opportunity. Additionally, Zack participated in David Lee’s Clambake in 2025 and was mentored by his ETA brother, the one and only Riley Jenkins, whom he greatly admires.

One of his proudest moments was helping raise over $6,000 for St. Jude alongside his good friend who is also an ETA, Dawson Horn.

Grounded in his faith and love for Jesus and backed by the full support of his Mom Dad and big brother, Zack strives to honor God in all he does. For him, entertaining isn’t just something he enjoys — it’s something he truly feels called to do”

We’re so excited to have Zack joining us in Aiken this July!

05/30/2026

🔥 LITTLE E SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Landon Haren to the Little E Contest at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: Corryton, Tennessee

Performer Biography:
“Landon Haren (age 13), is a lifelong Elvis fan and an award-winning vocalist and entertainer.

A member of the Tennessee Music Organization, Landon placed first in the 2025 State Competition in both Vocal and Entertainer categories for Traditional Gospel and Traditional Country. He placed first in the Traditional Country Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the year (13-16) categories during the 2026 North America Country Music Association International Nationals competition (March, Grand Smokies Resort Convention Center, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee).

Having enjoyed Elvis’ music and costumes since he was a toddler, Landon began attending Graceland’s Performing Arts Camp in 2023. He was selected as one of 24 participants in Graceland’s first Junior Elvis Tribute Showcase during Elvis Week 2025, where he was also honored with the opportunity to further develop his talent during three solo sets in “The Tent”.

Landon has since performed as an Elvis tribute artist at the Tennessee Valley State Fair (Knoxville, 9/10/2025), “Sheffield Remembers 2025” (Alabama, 11/1/2025), the [Veteran’s Week] “Unity Quilts of Valor” award ceremony (Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee, 11/15/2025), and as part of Robert Keefer’s Christmas show (Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, 12/6/2025). He was asked to perform his own 2 hour Elvis Tribute show at the Alnwick Community Club in March 2026.

He was part of the youth competition at Viva Las Lexington in April. He will be traveling to Guntersville, Alabama (May) to participate as one of the youth artists in David Lee’s “Clambake Getaway Weekend 2026”.

The oldest of four children, Landon helps out a lot with his two toddler sisters, and is also active in his local church. He has recently begun and is enjoying guitar lessons. Follow him on Facebook at Landon Haren ETA and on YouTube to provide encouragement, keep updated on news and future appearance dates, and see postings of prior performances.”

We’re so excited to have Landon joining us in Aiken this July!

05/30/2026

🔥 LITTLE E SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Brystun Smithhart to the Little E Contest at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: Brownsburg, Indiana

Performer Biography:
“my name is Brystun Smithhart I`m 12 years old and in the 7th grade at Decatur Central Middle School. thats in Indianapolis.

Ive always loved music going to karaoke with my family for as long as i can remember Ive had several artist i really liked then I started listening to Elvis. I still like alot of other music but Elvis is the king. I competed last year at the ETA competion at Tupelo I had a great time and made a few friends. i did a fundraiser with one of them in the fall and cant wait to see him there in july”

We’re so excited to have Brystun joining us in Aiken this July!

05/30/2026

🔥 LITTLE E SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Bradlee Lieto to the Little E Contest at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: North Liberty, Indiana

Performer Biography:
“My name is Bradlee Lieto. I am 11 years old and I am from North Liberty, Indiana. I first took an interest in Elvis when I was 7 but I didn’t perform until I was 10 years old.

Performing as a tribute to Elvis and making others smile is one of my favorite things to do! I have my mom to thank for getting me hooked on Elvis! My entire family has been so supportive of my ETA journey! This last summer I competed in my first ever youth ETA contest down in Tupelo, MS. I competed at the St. Joseph County Fair talent show and took first place. I also took first place at the Indiana State Fair talent show.

This September, I did a concert where all my ticket sales went to other kids in foster care. The concert was a huge success! Foster care has a special place in my heart. My siblings and I were all adopted by my parents and were able to stay together! We have the best life now! My hobbies outside of Elvis are football, fishing, theatre and video games.”

We’re so excited to have Bradlee joining us in Aiken this July!

05/29/2026

🔥 COMPETITOR SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Ray Dove to the ETA Competition at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: Lumberton, North Carolina

Performer Biography:
“I been singing since age 5. I was born Jan 6 in Fayetteville NC. For 5 years I have sung at rest homes and veterans homes and fairs and festivals all over North Carolina, Southe Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia."

We’re so excited to have Ray joining us in Aiken this July!

05/29/2026

🔥 COMPETITOR SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Donny Moseley to the ETA Competition at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: Laurel Springs, North Carolina

Performer Biography:
“Donny was raised in a musical family with strong roots in country, gospel, blues and bluegrass music.

At the tender age of 2, his infatuation for Elvis music was set in motion by his mother's love for Elvis' charisma and his music.

As a multi musical instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, entertainer and multi act tribute artist, Donny has performed across the Eastern United States as a Lead guitarist and vocalist. Donny loves to sing and perform and will continue to pay his tribute to his favorite music legends, especially Elvis Presley.”

We’re so excited to have Donny joining us in Aiken this July!

05/29/2026

🔥 COMPETITOR SPOTLIGHT 🔥

Please help us welcome Brian Pickrell to the ETA Competition at Burning Love Fest!

📍 From: Saint Johns, Michigan

Performer Biography:
“My name is Brian Pickrell. I am from Saint Johns, Michigan. I have been performing since age 12. I have three children who also love Elvis. I am a Marine Corps Veteran.

I have been fortunate to be able to perform for the public school systems to teach the children about Elvis and his music and to pass on his legacy to the newest generation.”

We’re so excited to have Brian joining us in Aiken this July!