Kip Moore Treats Kentucky Fans To Hits On Toby Tour

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Nashville Industry with Kip Moore on Saturday, Aug. 17.

Nashville Industry members with Kip Moore on Saturday, Aug. 17.


Kip Moore is living up to his status as one of Country’s hottest new hitmakers, if his show as part of Toby Keith‘s Hammer Down Tour last Saturday night (Aug. 17) in Louisville, Ky. is any indication. For the weekend show, Universal Music Group invited industry tastemakers to the Kentucky State Fair show to experience Kip’s high-octane set firsthand, and the “Hey Pretty Girl” singer appeared amped to be bringing his music to Toby fans.
Moore took Louisville’s Freedom Hall stage during his 45-minute set, which included plenty of tunes from his debut CD, Up All Night, which was the first Country album released since 2008 to spawn three back-to back No. 1’s including “Something Bout A Truck,” and “Hey Pretty Girl.”
Working the crowd like a veteran, Moore wandered into the stands during his set to sing with fans, singled out young ladies in the audience and even offered up a few unexpected surprises including a cover of the Kings of Leon‘s “Back Down South.”
By the time his laid-back party anthem “Beer Money,” rolled around, fans were hoisting cups and singing along at full tilt. Additionally, Moore gave fans a taste of his brand new music, debuting tunes from a forthcoming CD.
Moore will continue to hammer down with Toby through September, then join Lady Antebellum’s fall tour with Kacey Musgraves through December. For more concert dates, click here.

Dixie Chicks Announce 2013 Reunion Tour

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Dixie Chicks


Emily Robison, Martie Maguire and Natalie Maines have announced the Long Time Gone Tour, a 2013 Dixie Chicks reunion tour slated to travel through select markets in Canada.
Set to begin in Vancouver, BC on Oct. 26, the appearances (listed below) follow the trio’s headlining summer shows at the Craven Country Jamboree, Cavendish Beach Music Festival, and RBC Royal Bank Bluesfest. This is first full tour for the Dixie Chicks through Canada in  seven years.
Pre-sale announcements are expected in the coming days at the Dixie Chicks social media pages. General ticketing will go on sale Aug. 26 at LiveNation.com.
This summer, Maines released her solo project, Mother, while siblings Maguire and Robison released their Court Yard Hounds project Amelita.
Long Time Gone Tour Dates:
Oct. 26 – Vancouver, BC – Pepsi Live at Rogers Arena
Oct. 29 – Dawson Creek, BC – EnCana Events Centre
Oct. 31 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome
Nov. 1 – Edmonton, AB – Rexall Place
Nov. 3 – Saskatoon, SK – Credit Union Centre
Nov. 5 – Winnipeg, MB – MTS Centre
Nov. 8 – Oshawa, ON – General Motors Centre
Nov. 9 – Hamilton, ON – Copps Coliseum
Nov. 10 – London, ON – Budweiser Gardens

Nathan Hubbard Exits Ticketmaster

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ticketmasterGlobal President of Ticketmaster Nathan Hubbard has exited the company, according to Billboard.biz. The company’s North American President Jared Smith will retain that title, but is expected to assume many of Hubbard’s duties. Smith, along with Ticketmaster’s International President Mark Yovich will report to Live Nation Entertainment CEO Michael Rapino. An SEC filing confirmed Hubbard’s departure from the company.
Hubbard was named CEO of Ticketmaster after it merged with Live Nation in 2010. He had previously been Chief Executive Officer of Ticketing Unit at Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. He joined Live Nation through the acquisition of Music Today’s direct-to-fan platform in 2006, where Hubbard served as CEO. Hubbard is a graduate of Princeton University and the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
In early 2009, Live Nation Ticketing was launched as a direct competitor to Ticketmaster, but LNT was done away with after Ticketmaster’s merger with Live Nation.

Eli Young Band To Headline 'Drunk Last Night' Tour

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Eli Young Band


Republic Nashville artist Eli Young Band is set to headline the Drunk Last Night Fall/Winter Tour, with guest Eric Paslay (EMI). Select dates will also include Warner Brothers artist Josh Abbott Band and other guests.
The nearly 30-date tour will launch in Kansas City, Mo. on Oct. 3 and end in mid-December. Other tour stops include Chicago, Chattanooga, Tenn.; and El Paso, Texas.
For more information, visit eliyoungband.com.
Drunk Last Night Tour Dates:
Oct. 3 Kansas City, Mo.
Oct. 4 Conroe, Texas
Oct. 5 Waco, Texas
Oct. 6 El Paso, Texas
Oct. 23 Bloomington, Ind.
Oct. 25 Chattanooga, Tenn.
Oct. 26 Norfolk, Va.
Oct. 27 Raleigh, N.C.
Nov. 1 Fayetteville, Ark.
Nov. 2 Fayetteville, Ark.
Nov. 8 Austin, Texas
Nov. 13 Baltimore, Md.
Nov. 15 Milwaukee, Wisc.
Nov. 16 Chicago
Nov. 17 Chicago
Nov. 18 Chicago
Nov. 7 Atlantic City, N.J.

George Strait To Receive 'Billboard' Legend Of Live Award

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George Strait


George Strait‘s 30+ years of touring will earn the country entertainer the Legend Of Live Award during the 10th annual Billboard Touring Awards, which will be held Nov. 14 at The Roosevelt Hotel in New York. Strait will be the first country artist to earn the trophy, which honors individual artists or bands that make an enduring impact on the live music/touring industry.
The award comes as Strait is in the middle of his Cowboy Rides Away farewell tour, which is slated to run through 2014.
“George Strait’s fans span generations, and he is committed to making his live shows the best possible experience for fans and, as such, is uniquely deserving of this award,” said Billboard Editorial Director Bill Werde. “From his days in the Texas honky-tonks, through the creation of country music touring festivals in stadiums, and his top-shelf, professional touring strategies and production, George Strait’s talent and style transcends musical trends. Billboard is honored to name George Strait as our first country music Legend Of Live.”
Previous recipients of the Legend Of Live Award include Sir Elton John, rock band Journey, promoters Michael Cohl and Jack Boyle, Allman Brothers Band, Ozzy Osbourne, Rush, agent Frank Barsalona, and last year’s honoree, Neil Diamond.
The Billboard Touring Awards are based on the Billboard Boxscore chart and box office performance of artists and bands between Oct. 1, 2012 and Sept. 30, 2013.

Chris Young Hospitalized, Several Shows Cancelled

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Singer-songwriter Chris Young has been hospitalized in Denver with a leg infection. The infection, whose origin is unknown, set in while Young was en route to a show in Kalispell, Mont.
Although the artist is in stable condition, his headlining show in Kalispell has been cancelled, along with his performances on Brad Paisley‘s “Beat This Summer Tour Presented By Cracker Barrel Old Country Store” on Aug. 15 in Penticton, BC, Aug. 16 in Mission, BC and Aug. 17 in Brownsville, Ore.
“I’m so sorry to disappoint the fans but I didn’t even know I was sick,” said Young. “One minute I was fine then suddenly I’m being rushed to the hospital. I look forward to being up and around and back on the road.”
Young plans to resume touring on Aug. 21 in Redding, Calif. His latest album A.M. will be released Sept. 17 on RCA Records Nashville.

Will Hoge Announces Headlining Tour

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HogeThis fall Will Hoge will set out on his first major headlining run–Never Give In Tour 2013. Kicking off on Oct. 11 in Dallas, Texas, the 27-city nationwide tour will go through December. Supporting Hoge on the majority of the dates will be veteran rockers Red Wanting Blue and label mate Sunny Sweeney will team up with him for stops in Brooklyn, Chicago, Indianapolis and Milwaukee.
Hoge will be touring in support of the release of his ninth studio album titled Never Give In on Oct. 15 via Thirty Tigers. Today (Aug. 13), the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter gives fans a sneak peek by unveiling the forthcoming album’s cover.
“I’m so excited about this new album. I can’t wait to get out on the road and play these new songs for folks,” shared Hoge. “There’s gonna be a lot of different things happening live on this tour and I’m thrilled for everyone to get to see it. Couple all these incredible cities with such great support acts as Red Wanting Blue and Sunny Sweeney, it is going to be one fun tour!“
NEVER GIVE IN TOUR
Oct. 11 – Dallas – All-New Silverado Mainstage at State Fair Of Texas
Oct. 16 – Brooklyn, NY – Bell House (w/ Sunny Sweeney)
Oct. 18 – Vienna, Va. – Jammin Java
Oct. 19 – Vienna, Va. – Jammin Java
Oct. 24 – Lexington, Ky. – Busters
Oct. 25 – Charlotte, N.C. – Visualite Theater (w/ RWB)
Oct. 26 – Asheville, N.C. – The Grey Eagle (w/ RWB)
Nov. 1 – Atlanta – Terminal West (w/ RWB)
Nov. 2 – Charleston, S.C. – Music Farm (w/ RWB)
Nov. 7 – Indianapolis – Grand Kellersaal Ballroom (w/ Sunny Sweeney)
Nov. 8 – Chicago – Joe’s Bar (w/ Sunny Sweeney)
Nov. 9 – Milwaukee – The Rave (w/ Sunny Sweeney)
Nov. 15 – Tulsa, Okla. – The Vanguard (w/ RWB)
Nov. 21 – San Marcos, Texas – Cheatham Street Warehouse (w/ RWB)
Nov. 22 – Corpus Christi, Texas – House Of Rock (w/ RWB)
Nov.23 – Houston – House of Blues (w/ RWB)
Nov. 30 – Nashville, Tenn. – Marathon Music Works (w/ RWB)
Dec. 5 – San Diego – The Griffin (w/ RWB)
Dec. 6 – Los Angeles – Troubadour (w/ RWB)
Dec. 7 – San Luis Obispo, Calif. – SLO Brewing Company
Dec. 8 – Mill Valley, Calif. – Sweetwater Music Hall (w/ RWB)
Dec. 11 – Portland, Ore. – Mississippi Studios (w/ RWB)
Dec. 12 – Seattle – Barboza (w/ RWB)
Dec. 13 – Spokane, Wash. – Knitting Factory (w/ RWB)
Dec. 15 – Boise, Id. – Knitting Factory (w/ RWB)
Dec. 17 – Salt Lake City, Utah – The State Room (w/ RWB)
12/19 – Denver – Bluebird Theater (w/ RWB)
For on sale dates and more, visit WillHoge.com.

Nashville Gets Second Luke Bryan Show

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Luke Bryan


Luke Bryan‘s Dirt Road Diaries Tour will stay in Nashville for an extra evening. After selling out a Friday, Oct. 18 show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, a second show has been added for Saturday, Oct. 19. The sold-out Oct. 18 show will feature Florida Georgia Line and Thompson Square as openers. The Oct. 19 show will feature guests Dierks Bentley and Cole Swindell.
Tickets for Bryan’s Saturday, Oct. 19 concert will be on sale to the general public on Friday, Aug. 16 at 10 a.m. at livenation.com, ticketmaster.com, the Bridgestone Arena Box Office or charge by phone at (800) 745-3000.

Tim And Faith Bringing Soul2Soul Back To Vegas

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Tim McGraw and Faith Hill perform at the Rod Laver Arena on March 20, 2012, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo: Martin Philbey)

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill perform at the Rod Laver Arena on March 20, 2012, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo: Martin Philbey)


Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are saying “Hey baby let’s go to Vegas” again and announcing an encore run of their Soul2Soul Tour at the Venetian Las Vegas this fall due to high demand. The McGraws will start their latest run Oct. 25-26 and perform 10 select weekends through April 2014. Ticket pre-sales will begin Aug. 13 and tickets for the general public will go on sale Aug 17.
“We made the most out of our short time in Vegas and had a lot of fun on-stage and off-stage, but it seemed like it was over just as we were getting good and warmed up,” said McGraw. “The reaction was impossible to ignore, so it was a total no-brainer to add more shows when the Venetian asked us. It’s been an ideal way for us to be able to perform together.”
McGraw and Hill first debuted their on-stage chemistry over a decade ago on the record-breaking first run of their Soul2Soul arena tour. That collaboration went on to become the top grossing North American tour in country music history.
“Tim and I love performing together, but it’s been such a scheduling challenge the last few years because we have two careers and three teenage daughters’ school and social calendars to coordinate around. The Venetian really rolled out the red carpet and made the whole experience so easy for us,” explained Hill. “It was a treat to be able to take what we’ve done on previous Soul2Soul Tours, shake it up, rework it and create something totally new for that venue. It was a really special moment in time for us and for our fans.”
“We’re thrilled to announce the return of Soul2Soul at The Venetian,” said John Caparella, president and chief operating officer for The Venetian, The Palazzo and Sands Expo. “Tim and Faith created a really special, up-close-and-personal experience for fans, and there’s no doubt, the show will sizzle again!”
Members of The Venetian’s loyalty program, Grazie, as well as the artists’ official fan communities at their websites, will be able to purchase advance tickets through pre-sales starting Tues., Aug. 13.

McCreery Adds Dates To Weekend Roadtrip Tour 2013

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Scotty McCreery


Scotty McCreery‘s Weekend Roadtrip Tour 2013 isn’t coming to a close anytime soon. The singer has added nearly 20 more dates to the tour, which will now run through November.
McCreery, winner of season 10 of American Idol, has earned platinum-selling status for his debut album, Clear As Day, as well as gold status for his Christmas project. The 19-year-old also earned best new artists nods from the Academy of Country Music and the American Country Awards, as well as Breakthrough Artist of the Year from the CMT Awards. He is currently working on his sophomore studio album with producer Frank Rogers, as well as beginning his sophomore year at North Carolina State University in Raleigh.
Scotty McCreery Weekend Roadtrip Tour 2013 Additional Dates
Aug. 9–Hyannis, Mass./Melody Tent
Aug. 10–Webster, Mass./ Indian Ranch
Aug. 11–Cohassett, Mass. Melody Tent
Aug. 13–Long Island, N.Y./Emporium
Sept. 1–Manteo, N.C./RI Festival Park
Sept. 6–Madera, Calif./ Madera District Fair
Sept. 7–Oroville, Calif./Gold Country
Sept. 13–Council Bluffs, Iowa/Harrah’s
Sept. 14–Spencer, Iowa/Clay County Fair
Sept. 20–Shippensburg, Pa./ Luhrs Performing Arts Ctr
Sept. 21–Baltimore, Md./Ramshead Live
Oct. 4–Salem, Va./Salem Civic Center
Oct. 5–Cherokee, N.C./Harrah’s
Oct. 21-22–Raleigh, N.C./NC State Fair
Oct. 26–Troy, Ohio/Hobart Arena
Nov. 1–Danville, Ky./Newlin Hall
Nov. 14—Austin, Texas/Waller Cre
Nov. 15–Winnie, Texas/Nutty Jerry’s
Nov. 22-23–Lincoln City, Ore./Chinook