March 2008 (Branson, Missouri) - Friday night the curtain goes up on the 49th year of the show that started it all in Branson, The Baldknobbers.

Tim Mabe, the shows producer and comedian "Droopy Drawers, Jr." anchors the funniest comedy team in Branson of Stub Meadows and Hargus Marcel.

"We have such a talented cast! This year's show has the great country music that people expect from us, but also some new country hits and lots of fun!"

It is truly a family affair! Tim's wife Patty and their son Brandon are vocalists. Lyle's son Brent Mabe plays base and is the band leader. Bill's grandchildren, Joy Bilyeu, Garrett Mabe and Denton Mabe carry on their grandfather's legacy of great vocals and family harmony.

Brothers Bill, Jim, Bob and Lyle Mabe began Branson's first live entertainment show in 1959 by mixing gospel, country, blue-grass and patriotic music with zany comedy. The original Baldknobbers Jamboree created the prototype for what has become the live entertainment capital of the world.

Now almost fifty years later, the Mabe Family continues their family legacy of great country music and hilarious comedy!

"Our fans expect a high quality show with a variety of entertainment, and we work extremely hard to give the people what they want," Brent Mabe said.

"Each year we do an all new show complete with new music, costuming, and comedy. We've been working on this year's show for several months and it will be great to perform it live for our guests!" said Tim Mabe.

Today's Baldknobbers Jamboree Music Show is an entertainment powerhouse honoring God and country with a patriotic blend of classic and contemporary country, golden gospel and outrageous comedy. The cast of seasoned professionals is proud to present a fun-filled family show that touches the hearts and funny bones of all ages. The Baldknobbers Jamboree...Branson's first and number one must-see show!

The Baldknobbers Jamboree Show, "The Show That Started It All" is located on the famed 76 Country Music Boulevard in Branson, Missouri, with performances Monday through Saturday at 8 PM. For tickets call 800-998-8908 or www.Baldknobbers.com