A legendary evening...

WPT is in the midst of its important August pledge drive. While that means that it is a great time for viewers who appreciate the fine educational services, informational how-to programming and entertaining fare that the network provides all year long to pledge their support, it is also a chance to catch some great new programs.

One definite highlight of this year's drive has to be The Last of the Breed, which airs Thursday, Aug. 9 at 7:30 p.m. The program captures a Chicago concert from earlier this year that was a part of a tour that brought together three country legends and one of the country's most genuine country swing bands for a night of music, memories and rip-roaring fun.

Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Ray Price have all defined the roots of country music for years. At 74, 70 and 81 years old respectively, the three musicians are still putting on some of the most genuine, energy-filled shows in the genre. For the tour, they were backed by Ray Benson's incomparable Asleep at the Wheel, a band that has revived and celebrated country swing for decades.

While the tour was only a few dates long, WPT is happy to provide the opportunity for you to experience these three legends performing together in your own home. Make sure to tune in and pledge your support for more, sustained quality programming on WPT.