The Marion Palace Theatre opens the doors to contemporary, folk rock legends America on Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m.

The world discovered America in 1972, when a nameless horse began its gallop across the international airwaves. If this sounds like some sort of fairy tale, it seemed like one for the young musicians who harmonized their way to the top of the charts on the strength of this song. “I Need You” quickly became another Top Ten hit, and the group was well on their way to a successful career.

America's albums -- six of them certified gold and/or platinum, with their first greatest hits collection, “History,” reaching the four-million sales mark -- displayed a fuller range of the trio's talents than did their singles. The group’s reach was wide, with effects-driven rock, seemingly oddball medleys, and soul-bearing ballads.

Tickets to this night of musical memories are $20, $25, $30 and $35. For tickets visit the box office, 270 W. Center Street, Downtown Marion, the website www.marionpalace.org, or phone 740/383-2101. DelMar Distributing sponsors this concert.