‘Brantley Gilbert’s World’s Largest Album Release Party’ Draws Crowd Of 118K

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“Brantley Gilbert’s World’s Largest Album Release Party.” Photo: Corey Roberson

Brantley Gilbert celebrated the release of his seventh studio album, Tattoos, by closing down Nashville’s famous Broadway and bringing 118,000 people together for his “World’s Largest Album Release Party” last Friday (Sept. 13).

Gilbert performed a mix of hits and fan favorites along with tracks from the new project, starting the night with his headlining tour’s namesake, “Off The Rails.” He was joined by various surprise guests, including “Over When We’re Sober” duet partner Ashley Cooke and Gary LeVox as well as frequent collaborators and tour mates Demun Jones and Struggle Jennings and Colt Ford, marking his first performance since suffering from a severe heart attack earlier this year.

The multi-Platinum artist took a moment to thank his team behind the scenes and addressed fans, stating, “We wouldn’t be here doing this without y’all, so thank you for being here. It means the world to us.”

Brantley Gilbert and Colt Ford during his “World’s Largest Album Release Party.” Photo: Brian Vaughan

The event also served as the finale to the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix (BMMCGP)’s “Freedom Friday” festivities and featured supporting performances Brian Kelley, Mae Estes, Chase McDaniel, Noah Hicks, Mackenzie Carpenter and Shaylen. In addition to the music, vendors and activations, such as airbrush tattoos, lined the streets to entertain fans.

Additionally, Gilbert’s “Off The Rails Tour” continues tomorrow (Sept. 19) in Huntington, West Virginia, with more stops slated through mid-October.

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