Ron Crites is a Nashville-based George Jones tribute artist backed by Kent Goodson and Vaughan Reed — actual members of George Jones’s touring band. This puts the act in the elite “actual original band member in the tribute” tier across the TSE roster.
George Jones is one of the most respected and beloved voices in country music history: 160+ Billboard Country chart hits (the most ever for a country artist), two Grammy Awards, Country Music Hall of Fame (1992), and a catalog (“He Stopped Loving Her Today,” “She Thinks I Still Care,” “The Race Is On,” “White Lightning,” “Tennessee Whiskey”) universally regarded as the gold standard of traditional country balladry.
Ron Crites delivers George’s authentic vocal phrasing, signature ballad pacing, and traditional country authenticity. The full-band setup with two original Jones musicians gives the live performances a credentialing depth almost no other George Jones tribute can match.
George Jones passed away on April 26, 2013, at age 81. His catalog remains foundational to traditional country and the Grand Ole Opry tradition. Ron Crites is one of the few credentialed ways to experience the catalog live, especially with two original-band-member musicians in the lineup.
Documented credentials:
Two actual members of George Jones’s touring band (Kent Goodson, Vaughan Reed) in the lineup — the most direct artist-camp credential a George Jones tribute can hold. Nashville-based with sustained PAC, casino, and Grand Ole Opry-aligned touring footprint.
Ron Crites as George Jones is a proven fit for:
Ron Crites performs George Jones’s signature traditional country catalog with the authentic vocal phrasing and ballad pacing the originals demand.
Ron Crites is a Nashville-based George Jones tribute artist who delivers George’s authentic vocal phrasing, signature ballad pacing, and traditional country approach. The act tours nationally at PACs, casinos, theaters, fairs, and festivals throughout the country.
The most distinctive credential is the lineup itself: Ron is backed by Kent Goodson and Vaughan Reed — actual members of George Jones’s touring band. This puts the act in TSE’s elite “actual original band member in the tribute” tier alongside The Ultimate McGraw (Billy “Thunder” Mason), Mad Dogs (John Troy), Tejano Queen Forever (Joey Jimenez), Kiss the Sky (three original Hendrix bandmates), and Child’s Anthem (Keith Landry).
George Jones passed away on April 26, 2013, at age 81. His catalog remains foundational to traditional country and the Grand Ole Opry tradition. Ron Crites is one of the few credentialed ways to experience the catalog live with original-band-member musicians.
George Jones tributes with TWO actual members of George’s touring band in the lineup are essentially nonexistent outside of Ron Crites. TSE can also recommend other George Jones or traditional country tribute options for buyers exploring alternatives.
We help match the right act to your event based on:
Every option we recommend is vetted and event-proven. If Ron is not the perfect fit, we’ll quickly suggest comparable options that are.
Pricing depends on event date, location, routing, travel, production requirements, and overall scope. The fastest way to get a real number is to request availability with your event details.
Popular dates can tighten up quickly—especially peak summer fair and festival weekends, country-themed corporate programming, Grand Ole Opry-aligned scheduling, and high-demand corporate dates. Early inquiries usually create better artist and budget options.
Yes. Regularly booked for corporate events, charity galas, private parties, theaters, casinos, fairs, festivals, weddings, and other special events. The authentic traditional country format is especially well-suited to country-themed corporate events.
One thing, and it is decisive: Ron is backed by Kent Goodson and Vaughan Reed — actual members of George Jones’s touring band. No other George Jones tribute in the country holds this credential. It puts the act in TSE’s elite “actual original band member in the tribute” tier alongside The Ultimate McGraw, Mad Dogs & The Englishman, Tejano Queen Forever, Kiss the Sky, and Child’s Anthem.
George Jones passed away on April 26, 2013, at age 81. His catalog remains foundational to traditional country and the Grand Ole Opry tradition. Ron Crites is one of the few credentialed ways to experience the catalog live with original-band-member musicians.
Yes. George Jones and Tammy Wynette’s duets (“We’re Gonna Hold On,” “Golden Ring,” “Two Story House”) are foundational to country music history. Ron can perform a George-and-Tammy duet show with a Tammy Wynette tribute on request — a strong format for charity galas, theater bookings, and traditional country programming.
Traditional country, classic country, outlaw country, and Possum-era country audiences. Longtime George Jones fans. Multi-generational country crowds. Grand Ole Opry audiences. Plays especially well at PACs, theaters, casinos, traditional country programming, Grand Ole Opry-aligned events, and senior living programming.
Yes. If Ron is unavailable or not the best fit, TSE can recommend other vetted George Jones and traditional country tribute options based on budget, location, and event style.
Submit an inquiry with your event date, location, and event type. TSE can confirm availability and provide pricing guidance.
Check availability, get pricing, and let TSE match the right George Jones tribute for your event. Call 800-765-8203 or submit an entertainment request to get started.
