Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland to welcome ’90s country icon Deana Carter Aug. 8

ROLAND, Okla. (July 13, 2026) — Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland will welcome ’90s country icon Deana Carter at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Lee Creek Tavern inside the casino.

Carter rose to stardom with her multiplatinum debut album, “Did I Shave My Legs for This?” which featured the enduring country classics “Strawberry Wine,” “We Danced Anyway” and “How Do I Get There.” The album topped both country and pop charts and produced three consecutive No. 1 singles, cementing its place as one of the most influential country releases of the 1990s.

Known for blending country, folk and roots-rock influences, Carter has built a career spanning more than three decades with eight studio albums, acclaimed songwriting credits and a reputation as one of Nashville’s most distinctive voices. Her music draws inspiration from a wide range of legendary artists, including Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Waylon Jennings and Dolly Parton, whose influence helped shape her signature country-pop sound.

A Nashville native and daughter of renowned studio guitarist and producer Fred Carter Jr., she began developing her songwriting craft in Nashville before signing recording and publishing deals that launched her career. Her talent earned the attention of Willie Nelson, who invited her to perform at Farm Aid VII alongside John Mellencamp, Kris Kristofferson and Neil Young.

In addition to her success as a recording artist, Carter has earned industry recognition as a songwriter and producer. She co-wrote “You & Tequila,” recorded by Kenny Chesney, which received nominations from the Grammy Awards, the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music. She has also served in leadership roles with the Recording Academy, advocating for artists, creators and music industry professionals.

Carter continues to write, record and tour while releasing music through her own label, Little Nugget Records. Her most recent work explores themes of love, loss, relationships and personal growth, reflecting the honest storytelling that has defined her career.

The show is free to those 21 and older.

For more information on Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland, call 800-256-2338 or visit www.cherokeecasino.com/roland.

Serving the River Valley for 35 years, Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland is the ultimate entertainment destination just minutes from downtown Fort Smith. What began as a small bingo hall in 1990 has grown to more than 300,000 square feet of award-winning gaming, dining, and nightlife that’s been recognized by the Southwest Times Record and Arkansas Democrat Gazette, among many others. The resort, along with the Cherokee Travel Plaza and Gaming Parlor are located on Cherokee Blvd. in Roland, just off the intersection of I-40 and Highway 64. For more information, visit www.cherokeecasino.com and click on the Roland tab, or call 800-256-2338. More information about Status+ Rewards available at www.statusplusrewards.com.

About Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Cherokee Nation Entertainment is the gaming and hospitality company of the Cherokee Nation. What began as a small bingo hall in Roland, Oklahoma, has evolved into one of the region’s largest and most dynamic gaming and hospitality enterprises, generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, employing over 4,000 people, and welcoming more than 10 million visitors each year. With more than three decades of experience delivering world-class entertainment, CNE owns and operates the renowned Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa and nine Cherokee Casinos throughout Oklahoma, including a racino, three resort hotels, a championship golf course, and a variety of dining, retail and entertainment venues. CNE also operates Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississippi, one of the most recognized gaming destinations in the Mid-South. As a key economic engine for the Cherokee Nation, CNE is deeply committed to improving the lives of Cherokee citizens and strengthening communities through job creation, cultural preservation and reinvestment in vital services. For more information, visit HardRockCasinoTulsa.com, CherokeeCasino.com and GoldStrike.com.

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