Artist Action: Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson & Carrie Underwood, Riley Green, More
Luke Bryan Wraps California ‘Farm Tour’ Dates and ‘American Idol’ Season
John Foster, Luke Bryan. Photo: Disney/Christopher Willard
Luke Bryan wrapped his first-ever California run of the “Farm Tour” with a three-show weekend in Atwater, Clovis and Shafter, drawing more than 57,000 fans. Since the tour began in 2009, Bryan has awarded 87 scholarships to students from farming families who are attending local colleges or universities near his tour stops.
Following the wrap of tour, Bryan concluded the most recent season of ABC’s American Idol alongside fellow judges Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie. The 2025 season marked his eighth consecutive year as a celebrity judge. Jamal Roberts was named the 2025 American Idol winner.
Additionally, Bryan is set to launch his “Country Song Came On Tour” on May 29 and the fall “Farm Tour” dates will run Sept 18-20.
Cody Johnson Makes Surprise ‘American Idol’ Appearance
Cody Johnson, Carrie Underwood, Slater Nalley. Photo: Disney/Christopher Willard
Cody Johnson made a surprise appearance on the season finale of American Idol, performing alongside judge and global superstar Carrie Underwood and contestant Slater Nalley. Johnson surprised Nalley mid-song to perform his multi-week No. 1 duet with Underwood, “I’m Gonna Love You.”
This is Johnson’s second consecutive appearance on the American Idol finale after performing “Til You Can’t” with contestant Triston Harper in 2024.
Riley Green Announces Collaboration With Boot Barn
Riley Green.
Riley Green is teaming up with Boot Barn to launch Boot Barn x Riley Green: Riley Green’s Top Picks. The curated capsule was hand-selected by Green and features concert-ready looks and everyday staples that reflect his own style.
To explore the collection, click here.
The War And Treaty Make ‘American Idol’ Appearance
Photo: Disney/Christopher Willard
On May 18, The War And Treaty performed “Hey Driver,” their hit collaboration originally recorded with Zach Bryan, alongside contestant Thunderstorm on the Season 23 finale of American Idol.
The duo is currently in the midst of their headline tour, with upcoming performances at The Troubadour in Los Angeles, Bottle Rock Napa Valley Music Festival and CMA Fest.
The performance is available here.
