Dierks Bentley Adds Summer Dates to What The Hell Tour

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Dierks Bentley is extending the dates on his 2017 What The Hell Tour after a sold-out opening night in Dayton, Ohio. Bentley has added dates through the summer on the headlining tour, which will take him through Chicago, Atlanta, Denver, Phoenix, and dozens of other markets.

“The show last night – and even just being with Cole and Pardi hanging off stage the last few days – has me so pumped for the rest of this year,” said Bentley. “There’s not a cooler feeling in the world than the love that country music fans pour out every night when you’re laying it all out on the stage. They are having the time of their lives, and we’re all just getting lost in it together. I can’t wait to bring that back to Nashville tomorrow night and celebrate with all our friends and family at home. The guys and I are never going to forget this tour and these fans and all the people helping us live out our dreams every night.”

Tickets for select dates will become available as part of Live Nation’s Country Megaticket going on sale Jan. 27 at megaticket.com. Additional dates and ticket information can be found at dierks.com.

New 2017 WHAT THE HELL TOUR Cities:
Birmingham, AL 
Cincinnati, OH
Columbia, MD
Hartford, CT
Boston, MA
Holmdel, NJ
Washington DC
Tampa, FL
West Palm Beach, FL
Jones Beach, NY
Allentown, PA
Pittsburgh, PA
Charlotte, NC
Jacksonville, FL
Raleigh, NC
Virginia Beach, VA
Indianapolis, IN
Cleveland, OH
Chicago, IL
St. Louis, MO
Darien Center, NY
Philadelphia,PA
Orange Beach, AL
Atlanta, GA
Mountain View, CA
Sacramento, CA
Anaheim, CA
San Diego, CA
Phoenix, AZ
Albuquerque, NM
Denver, CO
 

Jason Aldean, Little Big Town And More To Headline iHeartCountry Festival

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The iHeartCountry Festival will return for a fourth consecutive year on Saturday, May 6 at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas.

Spearheading the performance lineup this year are Jason Aldean, Little Big Town, Dierks Bentley, Brantley Gilbert, Rascal Flatts, Old Dominion, Jake Owen, Darius Rucker, Lady Antebellum, Kelsea Ballerini and The Raging Idiots with more to be announced.

“The iHeartCountry Festival has become an annual family reunion for the biggest stars in country music,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises, iHeartMedia. “These artists grew up together and you can truly feel their deep friendships when they join each other on stage.”

iHeartCountry has more than 145 Country broadcast radio stations across the U.S. reaching more than 98 million Country music listeners per month, making it the largest Country broadcast radio group in America. The iHeartCountry Festival is part of iHeartMedia’s roster of concert events, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Summer Pool Party, the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeart80s Party.

“The iHeartCountry Festival has become one of Country Music’s biggest nights, and this year’s show promises to be yet another amazing event,” said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Group, iHeartMedia. “Country continues to be one of the top genres in music and we are excited to showcase another amazing lineup of artists for our listeners.”

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Jan. 21 at 10 a.m. CT via TexasBoxOffice.com.

 

Aaron Lewis Continues Sinner Tour In 2017

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Aaron Lewis started 2017 with a string of concerts as part of his ongoing Sinner Tour 2017, promoting his debut Dot Records project, Sinner.

The entertainer performed a string of sold out performances this past weekend in Greensboro, Raleigh and Charlotte. Upcoming shows will hit both the east and west coasts heavily through April. Dates extend through June.

The 12-track project was released on Sept. 16 after being recorded in 16 hours at Nashville’s Blackbird Studios with producer Buddy Cannon (George Strait, Merle Haggard, George Jones). Lewis single-handedly penned eight of the songs, in addition to covering Chris Stapleton’s “Whiskey and You” and The Dixie Chicks’ “Travelin’ Soldier.” Lewis collaborated with Willie Nelson on the album’s title track while Alison Krauss, Dan Tyminski and Vince Gill are also featured.

SINNER Tour Dates
Jan. 20 – Buckhead Theatre – Atlanta, GA
Jan. 21 – Blind Horse Saloon – Greenville, SC
Jan. 22 – Montgomery Performing Arts Centre -Montgomery, AL
Jan. 25 – The Joy Theater – New Orleans, LA
Jan. 26 – Banita Creek Hall – Nacogdoches, TX
Jan. 27 – Cowboys Dance Hall – San Antonio, TX
Jan. 28 – Billy Bob’s – Fort Worth, TX
Jan. 29 – 2017 Karbach Cook Off @ Lucky’s Pub – Houston, TX
Feb. 01 – The Fillmore – Silver Spring, MD
Feb. 02 – Trocadero Theatre – Philadelphia, PA
Feb. 03 – House of Blues Boston – Boston, MA
Feb. 04 – Town Ballroom – Buffalo, NY
Feb. 09 – House of Blues – Orlando, FL
Feb. 10 – The Dallas Bull – Tampa, FL
Feb. 11 – The Ranch – Fort Myers, FL
Feb. 12 – Seminole Hard Rock – Hollywood, FL
Feb. 16 – Louisville Palace – Louisville, KY
Feb. 17 – The Fillmore – Detroit, MI
Feb. 18 – Rusty Spur – Fort Wayne, IN
Feb. 24 – The Blue Note – Columbia, MO
Feb. 25 – Orpheum Theater – Madison, WI
Feb. 26 – First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN
Feb. 27 – Green Bay Distillery – Green Bay, WI
March 02 – Iron City – Birmingham, AL
March 03 – Riverdome At Horseshoe Casino – Bossier City, LA
March 04 – Hard Rock Live – Biloxi, MS
March 10 – Limelight Eventplex – Peoria, IL
March 11 – Joe’s Live – Rosemont, IL
March 12 – VooDoo Lounge At Harrah’s Casino – Kansas City, MO
March 18 – Riverwind Casino Showplace Theatre – Norman, OK
March 19 – Horseshoe Casino – Tunica – Robinsonville, MS
March 31 – Firekeepers Casino – Battle Creek, MI
April 01 – Cotton Eyed Joe – Knoxville, Tenn.
April 07 – Turning Stone Resort & Casino – Verona, NY
April 19 – House of Blues – San Diego, Calif.
April 21 – Silver Legacy Casino – Reno, NV
April 22 – Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort – Jackson, CA
April 23 – Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort – Jackson, CA
April 28 – Starland Ballroom – Sayreville, NJ
April 29 – Mountaineer Casino – Chester, W.Va.
May 28 – Foxwoods Resort Casino – Mashantucket, Conn.
June 24 – Choctaw Casino Resort – Durant, OK

Brothers Osborne Nashville Date Shows They’re Next Level

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Brothers Osborne surprised with Platinum plaques for No. 1 hit “Stay A Little Longer” before Nashville show. Pictured (L-R): John Osborne, UMG Nashville Chairman and CEO Mike Dungan and TJ Osborne. Photo: Reid Long

A well-seasoned Brothers Osborne took to the stage before a sold-out crowd at Nashville’s Marathon Music Works on Wednesday, Jan. 18 as the third to final show, wrapping their headlining Dirt Rich Tour.

If you consider Nashville their hometown, the last time the Maryland-native John and TJ Osborne played a full show in Music City was four years ago. That was said to be prior to their signing with EMI Records Nashville, which almost a year ago to date spawned the duo’s full-length Pawn Shop album.

Since that time, the biological brothers have advanced their performance swagger tremendously and have gone on to become the reigning CMA Vocal Duo of the Year, garner two nominations the past two years for Best Country Duo/Group Performance at the Grammy Awards, and make their Grand Ole Opry debut.

At Marathon Music Works, the audience remained on their feet throughout the evening to witness the duo hit home run performances of every song from Pawn Shop. Highlights included the phenomenally nostalgic “21 Summer” and their Platinum-certified “Stay A Little Longer,” both of which have received Grammy nominations.

John, TJ Osborne. Photo: Eric T. Parker

It has long been known the brothers are guitar virtuosos, but that sound has morphed into a telling narrative. With a handful of radio singles, the two have also developed an unabashed social stance. Their platform has elevated same-sex couples in music videos, their live show highlights historical nods to the assassination of President Kennedy and Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. during various songs, in addition to a bold-for-country-music cover of the long ostracized blue party-supporters Dixie Chicks (“Goodbye Earl”).

Further covers were tastefully made of Willie Nelson’s “Whiskey River,” John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” and a bluegrass version of Bruce Springsteen’s “Atlantic City.” With ease, the two played through their more unknown debut single “Let’s Go There,” and its more well-known follow-up, “Rum.”

Lucie Silvas, John and TJ Osborne. Photo: Eric T. Parker

Show opener—the soul infused sparkling bride of John Osborne—Lucie Silvas joined them onstage for “Loving Me Back” (Lee Ann Womack provided the harmony vocal on the album version). Silvas was one of two openers throughout the tour since October, trading off with the youthfully exuberant five-member group LANco.

Taking the punches as they come on the road, the brothers literally brought the house down at the Fox Theatre in Hanford, California when the venue’s roof collapsed minutes before they were scheduled to take the stage. The duo’s alternate plan was to perform on the roof of their tour bus outside.

Safe inside the Marathon complex prior to their Nashville encore, the brothers played their latest stomper single, “It Ain’t My Fault.” The title has debuted as the No. 1 most added song at country radio this week (Jan. 17), further proving the duo not only can fill concert venues but can climb the ladder of the charts. It’s sure to be a storied ride from here on out.

John, TJ Osborne. Photo: Eric T. Parker

Aaron Watson Sets Supporting Tour Dates For Upcoming Album, ‘Vaquero’

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Aaron Watson has announced a series of tour dates in support of his upcoming album Vaquero, set for release Feb. 24.

The project, out via BIG label Records, features the lead single “Outta Style.” Watson’s previous album, The Underdog, made history by topping the Billboard Top Country albums chart, making Watson the first independent solo make country artist to debut in the top spot.

Watson’s 2017 tour will include a stop at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry on Feb. 10, as well as appearances at Billy Bob’s, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The tour will launch Jan. 20 in Terrell, Texas, before heading abroad for four stops in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

AARON WATSON 2017 TOUR DATES

Jan. 20: Terrell, TX – Silver Saloon
Jan. 25: Glasgow, UK – Oran Mor
Jan. 26: Manchester, UK – Night & Day
Jan. 27: London, UK – The Garage
Jan. 28: Dublin, IR – Whelan’s
Feb. 3: Wichita Falls, TX – Denim & Diamonds
Feb. 4: Stillwater, OK – Tumbleweed Dancehall
Feb. 10: Nashville, TN – Grand Ole Opry
Feb. 17: Salt Lake City, UT – Western Hunting and Conservation Expo
Feb. 18: Waco, TX – Extraco Event Center
Feb. 25: San Antonio, TX – San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
March 4: Sonora, TX – JL Bar Ranch & Resort
March 7: Houston, TX – Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
March 9: New York, NY – Marlin Room at Webster Hall
March 18: Grant, OK – Choctaw Event Center
March 23: Little Rock, AR – Revolution Music Room
March 24: Bossier City, LA – The Stage at Silver Star Smokehouse
March 25: Fort Worth, TX – Billy Bob’s Texas
March 30: Bakersfield, CA – Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace
March 31: San Bernardino, CA – The Brandin’ Iron
April 5: West Hollywood, CA – The Troubadour
April 6: San Diego, CA – Moonshine Flats
April 7: Florence, AZ – Country Thunder
April 13: St Louis, MO – Delmar Hall
April 14: Springfield, MO – Shrine Mosque
April 15: Tulsa, OK – Cain’s Ballroom
April 27: Baton Rouge, LA – Varsity Theatre
April 28: Corpus Christi, TX – American Bank Center
May 12: Tampa, FL – Dallas Bull
June 24: Manhattan, KS – Country Stampede
Aug. 3: Prairie du Chien, WI – Country On The River

Thomas Rhett Extends Headlining Tour to Include Canada, Europe

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Thomas Rhett has already extended dates on his upcoming Home Team Tour before it even launches due to high ticket demand, adding 15 markets to the new headlining tour along with a first-time run through Canada and a European leg as well. The inaugural leg of the tour kicks off Feb. 23 in Saginaw, Michigan, and includes two dates at Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater in April. Select dates will become available as part of Live Nation’s Country Megaticket going on sale Jan. 27 at MegaTicket.com. Kelsea Ballerini, Ryan Hurd, and Russell Dickerson will join Rhett on the new tour.

“It’s unreal that we’re adding dates before we’ve even had a chance to get started,” said Thomas Rhett. “It’d be impossible to pick which part of the tour I’m most excited about, but I can’t wait to get back out there. We’re going to make sure every last person at the show has a good time.”

Additional 2017 HOME TEAM TOUR Cities:

London, UK
Birmingham, UK
Manchester, UK
Glasgow, UK
Belfast, UK
Abbotsford, BC
Dawson Creek, BC
Edmonton, AB
Lethbridge, AB
Regina, SK
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego, CA
Evansville, IN
Louisville, KY
Alpharetta, GA
Washington, DC
Columbia, SC
Pensacola, FL
Biloxi, MS
Columbia, MO
Kansas City, MO
Springfield, MO
Bismarck, ND
St Paul, MN
Omaha, NE

Billy Currington Will Stay Up ‘Til The Sun On New Tour

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Billy Currington is launching his headlining Stay Up ‘Til the Sun tour beginning March 9 in St. Louis, Missouri. Currington will visit more than 20 cities including Houston, Atlanta, Kansas City, and Philadelphia on the new tour. The title of the tour comes from the lyrics to his latest single, “Do I Make You Wanna,” from his sixth studio album Summer Forever.

Billy Currington Stay Up ‘Til The Sun Tour 2017:

March 9: St. Louis, MO; Peabody Opera House
March 10: Dubuque, IA; Five Flags Center
March 11: Kansas City, MO; Uptown Theater
March 23: Northfield, OH; Hard Rock Live
March 24: Roanoke, VA; Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
March 25: Sayerville, NJ; Starland Ballroom
April 6: Pittsburgh, PA; Stage AE
April 7: Silver Spring, MD; The Fillmore
April 8: Strousburg, PA; Sherman Theater
April 20: Houston, TX; House of Blues
April 21: Oklahoma City, OK; The Criterion
May 11: Philadelphia, PA; The Fillmore
May 12: Huntington, NY; The Paramount
May 13: Hampton Beach, NH; Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
May 19: Richmond, VA; Center Stage
May 20: New York, NY; Playstation Theater
June 1: Atlanta, GA; The Tabernacle

Jake Owen Signs With WME

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Jake Owen has signed with WME for agency representation in all areas, including music, television, endorsements and more. The change is made from Dale Morris & Associates after a recent switch in management from Morris Higham Management to Good Company Entertainment with former Sony Music executive Keith Gale.

The RCA Nashville recording artist had six No. 1 singles to date – including the recent summer anthem, “American Country Love Song” as well as the Double Platinum-certified “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” and Platinum-certified “Beachin’,” “Anywhere with You,” “Alone with You” and “The One That Got Away.”

His fifth studio album, American Love, includes his current single, “If He Ain’t Gonna Love You.”

Additionally, the avid golfer with a 2 handicap, Owen is set to receive the Arnie Award (named after the late Arnold Palmer) in February as part of Golf Digest’s “Golfers Who Give Back” event during the Pebble Beach Pro-Am. His work includes establishing the Jake Owen Foundation, which has raised over $1.4 million dollars to date for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and local children’s charities in his home state’s Indian River County area.

Chris Tomlin to Host ‘Good Friday Nashville’ Worship Event

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Chris Tomlin is planning a special night of worship in Music City with his upcoming “Good Friday Nashville” event. Tomlin aims to unite the church in remembrance and celebration of the meaningful day with the special show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena April 14. The show will also feature Big Daddy Weave, Zach Williams, Mosaic MSC and more who will lead in a time of worship during the event. Best-selling author Max Lucado will also share a message during the evening.

“I’m so excited for the Church to come together on Good Friday and remember the incredible gift we’ve been given because of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross,” Tomlin said. “It’s my prayer that we never lose sight of Calvary. It’s the reason we have hope – the reason we sing.”

“Good Friday Nashville” falls in the midst of Tomlin’s Worship Night In America Tour which will make 23 stops in arenas across the country this spring. He plans on using the event as a way to give back to the community, rallying behind impactful efforts in the city of Nashville, where he and his family reside.

Tickets for Good Friday Nashville,presented by K-LOVE, WAY-FM and Air1, go on sale Jan. 18. For additional information, visit christomlin.com.

 

Hank Williams Jr. Announces 2017 Tour Dates

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Hank Williams Jr has revealed his first round of U.S. tour dates for 2017, beginning on Feb. 3 in Nevada. The tour will consist of of medium and large scale venues including an appearance at the Washington State Fair.

Hank Jr.’s most recent album, It’s About Time, reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and broke the Top 10 on Billboard’s Top 200, landing at No. 8. During his career, Hank Williams Jr. has notched six platinum albums, 20 gold albums, 13 No. 1 albums and 10 No. 1 singles. Hank Jr. has been named ACM Entertainer of the Year, CMA Entertainer of the Year and BMI Icon in addition to winning a Grammy and being inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Hank Williams Jr. Tour Dates
Feb. 3 – Peppermill Concert Hall – West Wendover, Nev.
April 29 – Georgia World Congress Center – Atlanta, Ga.
May 27 – Daytona International Speedway – Daytona Beach, Fla.
May 28 – Mercedes-Benz Superdome – New Orleans, La.
June 09 – Choctaw Grand Theater – Durant, Okla.
June 10 – Silver Star Hotel and Casino-Convention Center – Choctaw, Miss
July 1 – Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel – Salamanca, N.Y.
July 2 – French Lick Resort Casino – French Lick, Ind.
Sept. 15 – Northern Quest Resort & Casino – Pepsi Outdoor Amphitheater – Airway Heights, Wash.
Sept. 16 – Washington State Fair – Puyallup, Wash.