Kenny Chesney has confirmed that he will perform at the upcoming FarmAid concert on October 2nd. Kenny Chesney, Norah Jones and Wilco’s Jeff Tweedy will perform during Farm Aid’s 25th anniversary concert taking place Oct. 2 at Miller Park in Milwaukee. Tickets will go on sale this Saturday August 14th. In the meantime, Kenny Chesney can be found professing his love of football in the instantly successful documentary “The Boys of Fall”.
Stagecoach Music Festival returns in 2011! After a year of slow sales and canceled major-market tour stops, fans of the ever-popular Stagecoach festival were relieved to find out today that the festival WILL be returning in 2011. The fifth annual critically acclaimed event–which features an impressive array of artists from the genres of mainstream country, bluegrass, folk, roots rock and alt-country–will again take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA. Details on the 2011 STAGECOACH line-up and information on ticket sales will be announced later this year, but concert-goers can again expect a variety of activities, including a leading BBQ competition with participants offering tastes from across the country and a camping area which has grown into one of the largest annual gatherings of RV and tent camping in Southern California. For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.Stagecoachfestival.com.Country Music Photo Gallery
Kid Rock and Jim Beam Bourbon join together to show support for our troops on Sept 11th. In support of America’s service members, Kid Rock and Jim Beam Bourbon are hosting a special concert on Patriot Day (Sept 11) to honor the deserving heroes of our nation. The special concert event, called “Kid Rock Salutes the Troops presented by Jim Beam: Patriot Day 2010,” will feature opening act Blackberry Smoke and will be free to all service members and their families who present their valid government issued military identification card. “Kid Rock is an American music staple, and Jim Beam is ‘America’s Native Spirit,’ so it’s only fitting that the two of us are continuing to stand by our nation’s heroes,” said Kevin George, global chief marketing officer, Beam Global Spirits & Wine. “The Patriot Day concert in Columbia is just one way for Jim Beam to honor our service members, and we look forward to toasting the men and women in our armed services with an unforgettable performance by Kid Rock.” The Patriot Day concert is one of a series of initiatives that the musician and the world’s No. 1 Bourbon have activated in support of America’s troops. These efforts include: • This year, the rock star teamed up with Operation Homefront® and Jim Beam to distribute exclusive music and encourage consumers to donate to Operation Homefront on special edition gift cartons of Jim Beam and Red Stag by Jim Beam™. • Kid Rock is slated to host a deserving service member at an upcoming concert as part of the Jim Beam and Operation Homefront “Salute Soldiers with the Spirit of America” program. • Last year, Kid Rock donated 50 cents from every ticket sold at select shows of his “Rock ‘N Rebels” concert tour hosted by Jim Beam to Operation Homefront, provider of emergency financial and other assistance to the families of our service members and wounded warriors. To purchase tickets or learn more about “Kid Rock Salutes the Troops presented by Jim Beam: Patriot Day 2010,” visit kidrock.com. To donate to Operation Homefront, please visit http://bit.ly/dyXEEJ. Country Music Photo Gallery
Darryl Worley’s 9th Annual TENNESSEE RIVER RUN will be held from Sept 16th- 18th near his hometown of Savannah, TN. The festival, now one of the largest festivals and fundraiser events in West Tennessee, includes 3-days of events including a concert, “A Memorable Night with Darryl Worley and Friends,” a Golf Tournament, a 5K Run/Walk, a Motorcycle Poker Run, and a Rock Concert. Country Music Photo Gallery
No Justice to celebrate record deal and album release at a live show open to the public! No Justice, the rising sensation from Stillwater, OK is ready to celebrate the release of their new album, 2nd Avenue, and their recent signing to Carved Records. Rather than have some snooty label party, they want to celebrate the way they have always done things… with the fans that have supported them! No Justice will be having a celebration party this Friday, July 30th at Billy Bob’s in Texas. For tickets (which start at just $12) or more details, visit www.billybobstexas.com www.nojustice.com or the Official No Justice facebook: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/No-Justice/15044649162?ref=ts Country Music Photo Gallery
Lady Antebellum announce fall tour plans Lady A Fans rejoice as the trio announces fall tour plans in this week’s Webisode Wednesday! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdoFw_mevNE&feature=player_embedded]Country Music Photo Gallery
Lady Antebellum schedules first European date next month. Lady Antebellum has announced that they will be playing August 11th at London’s prestigious O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire. Tickets go on sale this Friday (July 23rd). They will be stateside again Aug 13th, in time for the Illinois State Fair.
The Rowdy Friends Tour featuring Hank Williams Jr and Gretchen Wilson adds new fall dates! Hank Williams Jr and friends Jamey Johnson, Gretchen Wilson, Eric Church and more have added new fall dates to the Rowdy Friends tour. Sept 17 – Evansville, IN – Roberts Stadium – w/ Eric Church, and Sunny Sweeney Sept 18 – Roanoke, VA – Roanoke Civic Center – w/ Eric Church and Sunny Sweeney Sept 24 – New Orleans, LA – New Orleans Arena – w/ Eric Church, Gretchen Wilson, and Lee Brice Sept 25 – Macon, GA – Macon Coliseum – w/ Gretchen Wilson and Lee Brice Oct 1 – Birmingham, AL – BJCC Arena – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson, and The Grascals Oct 2 – Little Rock, AR – Verizon Wireless Arena – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson and The Grascals Oct 8 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson, and The Grascals Oct 9 – Fairfax, VA – Patriot Center – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, and Josh Thompson Oct 15 – Southaven, MS – DeSoto Civic Center – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson, and The Grascals Oct 16 – Jackson, MS – Mississippi Coliseum – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, Josh Thompson, and The Grascals Oct 22 – Reading, PA – Sovereign Center – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, and Josh Thompson Oct 23 – Raleigh, NC – R.B.C. Center – w/ Jamey Johnson, Colt Ford, and Josh Thompson Tickets for the shows announced will go on sale throughout July and August. Additional guests on the tour include Colt Ford, Josh Thompson, Sunny Sweeney, and The GrascalsCountry Music Photo Gallery
Brooks and Dunn add 3 more dates to the Last Rodeo Tour! After disappointing but understandable delays to this summer’s tour schedule, Brooks and Dunn are returning to the road this Friday, July 16th, and have added 3 new dates to the line-up: August 20 Oklahoma City, OK Ford Center August 21 Litte Rock, AR Verizon Arena August 28 Holmdel, NJ PNC Bank Arts Center Tickets to the OKC and Little Rock dates go on sale this Saturday, While the New Jersey show will release tickets next Saturday the 24th.
Brad Paisley and friends help get fans all wet, headlining Aquapalooza 2010! Brad Paisley will be joined by Jerrod Niemann, Lee Brice and new artists Joanna Smith and Matt Stillwell on July 10 during the signature event of AquaPalooza 2010 at the Reserve at Lake Travis, near Austin, Texas. The free concert will be open to fans who can watch the show from their boats. Niemann’s current single is “Lover, Lover,” while rice’s latest hit is “Love Like Crazy.” Smith is a regular performer at Tootsie’s in downtown Nashville and has igned to Columbia Nashville. Stillwell’s singles include “Shine” and “Rain.” Country Music Photo Gallery
