Zac Brown Band’s ‘Free’ Featured As Final Wake-Up Song For Artemis II Astronauts

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Zac Brown Band. Photo: Tyler Lord

The Zac Brown Band‘s hit “Free” made history on Friday (April 10), serving as the final wake-up song for the crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission.

Brown also sent a personal message to the astronauts: “Good morning Reed, Victor, Christina, and Jeremy. Zac from Zac Brown Band here, checking in from the USA. We hope that piece of our song, ‘Free,’ helps start your day with the right kind of lift. We just want to say how proud we are of you. It takes courage, grit, and freedom to chase the unknown. It’s the purest kind of American spirit. Millions back home are looking up and feeling more inspired because of you. Keep flying strong. Keep flying safe. We can’t wait to welcome you home. Come see us on the road.”

The band will bring that same spirit to fans across the country on their upcoming “Love & Fear Tour,” which will kick off July 17 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In December 2025 and January 2026, ZBB unveiled their “Love & Fear” limited engagement at Sphere in Las Vegas, making history as the first country band to perform at the iconic venue. The residency coincided with their eighth studio album Love & Fear, a 13-track collection featuring collaborations with Dolly Parton, Snoop Dogg and Marcus King.

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