In 2001, an idea formed in the minds of a few musicians in Knoxville, Tennessee to create the most authentic tribute to one of the greatest bands in the world, AC/DC. Shortly thereafter, BIG/GUN was formed. Through hard work and dedication, it became the most sought after tribute to AC/DC in America. After 23 years of touring and 1500+ shows, the bar has been set high for which all other tributes are measured. Scott Abney’s (Angus) high energy performance takes you back to early AC/DC shows. The vocals are handled by Andy Bowman (Brian/Bon). His spot on vocals earned a spot in the auditions for a guest vocalist with AC/DC in 2016. Dean Johnson’s (Malcolm) rhythm guitar would make Malcolm proud. Bassist Mark Kennedy (Cliff) fills the venue with solid low end notes.  The backbone of the band is Nationally renowned drummer Michael Ramsey (Rude/Slade). Together, it is the greatest tribute to AC/DC that anyone can see, BIG/GUN

Krider Performing Arts Center exists to provide facilities, services, and programs of the highest quality for the benefit of the people, organizations, and institutions of Paris, Tennessee and the surrounding area.  KPAC is under the administration of the City of Paris, Tennessee Parks and Recreation Department. 

KPAC offers extensive programming for Youth through KPAC Young Artists as well as occasional productions for performers of all ages in our KPAC Players program. 

We serve as a rental venue for community events of all types, and our new Touring Artists Program strives to present a great concert, comedy, or other performing arts production most every month.  

For information about how you may participate in programs, volunteer to support events, or schedule an event at Krider Performing Arts Center, email Rhonda Stanton, KPAC Manager, at [email protected].