George Strait & Lainey Wilson Join Alan Jackson’s ‘Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale Concert’

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George Strait and Lainey Wilson are the latest superstars added to the list of artists joining “Alan Jackson‘s Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale” concert on June 27 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.

Strait and Jackson have teamed up many times, including on the duets “Designated Drinker” and the CMA Award-winning “Murder on Music Row,” a concert album and DVD with the late Jimmy Buffett, and more. After George Jones passed in 2013, the two Country Music Hall of Fame members performed an unforgettable duet of “He Stopped Loving Her Today” at that year’s CMA Awards, and they teamed up again for a medley of Jackson’s “Remember When” and Strait’s “Troubadour” a decade ago as the CMA Awards celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Wilson has a long-standing appreciation for Jackson and his music and was part of the all-star lineup that saluted Jackson when he received the Country Music Association’s Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2022 CMA Awards, performing “Chasin’ That Neon Rainbow” before joining Jackson (and others) on an all-star rendition of “Don’t Rock the Jukebox.”

Strait and Jackson will be part of the all-star lineup of artists joining Jackson to celebrate his career and legacy at this last full-length performance of his touring career. Previously announced artists on the lineup of the sold-out show include Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Jake Owen, Jon Pardi, Thomas Rhett, Carrie Underwood, Lee Ann Womack, Adam Wright, Big City Brian Wright and Carlisle Wright.

For the thousands of Middle Tennessee fans who were left out when the show sold out, The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Belmont University is offering a chance to be part of the moment with a live stream of the concert. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for the evening, which will open with a live band performance on the Fisher Center stage before the live stream begins, giving attendees a full-night concert experience with free parking. Tickets are on sale now, and all proceeds of every ticket purchased will go toward launching the Alan Jackson Legacy endowed scholarship at Belmont University, which will support aspiring musicians and artists for generations to come.

“Alan Jackson is one of the most beloved figures in country music history, and his final performance is a once-in-a-generation moment,” says Chaz Corzine, executive director of The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. “We wanted to make sure fans who didn’t get a stadium ticket could still be part of that night — together, live, as it happens.”

Randy Travis Slates Final Dates Of The ‘More Life Tour’

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Randy Travis. Photo: Marisa Taylor

Randy Travis has announced he’ll launch the final leg of his “More Life Tour” this fall.

Kicking off Aug. 21 in Hiawassee, Georgia, the final dates will include stops in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New York, Colorado, New England, Texas and beyond through Nov. 8. Tickets will go on sale tomorrow (May 29) at RandyTravis.com.

After an incredibly successful two-year run touring over 54 cities and 24 states, the “More Life Tour” has reconnected Travis with fans across the country. Although Travis doesn’t perform due to the effects from his stroke in 2013, he does appear on stage with his wife Mary, engaging with fans, interacting with the band, and celebrating the music throughout the show. Joined by his longtime touring band and special guest vocalist James Dupré, the show honors Travis’s four-decade career with performances of his iconic No. 1s, including “On the Other Hand,” “Forever and Ever, Amen” and “Three Wooden Crosses.”

“‘The More Life Tour’ celebrates something so much more than a musical moment in time—it’s a gift to me to spend time with my fans, and my band, as James Dupré perfectly presents the songs that best define my career. We look forward to seeing you all somewhere along the way,” says Travis.

“This tour has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” adds Dupré. “Night after night, it’s been incredible to see how much Randy’s music still means to people. As we head into these final dates, I’m grateful to Randy, Mary, and the fans for letting me be part of something this special.”

“More Life Tour” Dates:
Aug. 21 – Hiawassee, GA – Georgia Mountain Fall Festival – Anderson Music Hall
Aug. 22 – Richmond, KY – The Vine at Chenault Vineyards
Sept. 23 – Wilkes-Barre, PA – F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
Sept. 24 – Lansdowne, PA – Lansdowne Theater
Sept. 25 – Westbury, NY – Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
Sept. 26 – York, PA – Pullo Center
Sept. 27 – Albany, NY – The Egg Performing Arts Center
Oct. 1 – New London, CT – Garde Arts Center
Oct. 2 – Keene, NH – Colonial Theatre
Oct. 3 – Plymouth, MA – Plymouth Memorial Hall
Oct. 4 – Northampton, MA – Academy of Music Theatre
Oct. 14 – Austin, TX – The Long Center for the Performing Arts
Oct. 15 – Dallas, TX – Longhorn Ballroom
Oct. 22 – Lubbock, TX – Buddy Holly Hall
Oct. 23 – Albuquerque, NM – Popejoy Theatre
Oct. 24 – Pueblo, CO – Pueblo Memorial Hall
Nov. 6 – Oklahoma City, OK – Civic Center Music Hall
Nov. 7 – Topeka, KS – Topeka Performing Arts Center
Nov. 8 – Branson, MO – Clay Cooper Theatre

ARC Business Management Appoints Katie West As Managing Director

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Katie West. Photo: Hannah Drake

ARC Business Management has appointed Katie West as Managing Director.

In this role, the Nashville-based executive will lead creator relations and support the company’s continued growth across the entertainment industry.

With more than a decade of experience across finance, operations and client relations, she most recently spent three years in London as Financial Controller for Red Light Management. Prior to that, West co-founded a technology startup focused on helping artists monetize video content and create premium fan engagement experiences. She also held financial operations roles with Bridgestone Americas, Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Tri Star Sports & Entertainment, among others.

“Katie’s combination of hands-on financial expertise, international market knowledge, and genuine passion for creators makes her the perfect fit for ARC at exactly the right time,” says Tate Henshaw, Co-Founder of ARC. “We’re excited to grow alongside her as we continue expanding our services and deepening the intentional, client-first approach we’re known for.”

“ARC is one of the few agencies in this space rapidly evolving alongside what creators and the entertainment industry genuinely need – agile advisors who care about both the details and the long-term sustainability of their clients’ careers,” says West. “I’m truly excited to be joining a team that’s building with the same creative and entrepreneurial energy as the roster they serve.”

Gabe Walsh Signs With North Chapel Records

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Gabe Walsh.

Gabe Walsh has signed with North Chapel Records.

The Blue Rapids, Kansas native was recently named a 2026 recipient of the prestigious NSAI Milestone Award. He will release his debut single “Goodyears,” on June 19.

“It’s a dream come true for me to get to work with a legend like Benny Brown and the rest of the staff at North Chapel Music,” says Walsh. “I’ve been busting my tail for 13 years in this town, and this means the world. I’ve never had a plan B, so I’m very grateful and blessed to see the hard work starting to pay off.”

Walsh will appear as part of the Field & Stream-sponsored songwriter event tomorrow (May 29) in celebration of Cracker Barrel 400 weekend at Nashville Superspeedway.

The Chicks Announce ‘Taking The Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour’

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The Chicks will launch their new “Taking the Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour” this fall in celebration of their record-breaking album Taking the Long Way.

Kicking off at the Fox Theatre in Detroit on Sept. 30, The Chicks will visit theaters across the U.S. on the new tour with stops in Chicago, New York City, Nashville, San Antonio, Austin, Seattle and San Francisco, before wrapping with two nights in Hollywood at Dolby Theatre on Nov. 1-2. Tickets will be available starting with an artist pre-sale beginning on June 3, with general on sale beginning June 4 at Thechicks.com/tour.

The “Taking the Long Way Tour” will commemorate two decades of the album that topped the Billboard 200 chart and earned The Chicks five Grammys, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year. Originally released in 2006, Taking the Long Way showcased The Chicks at their most fearless and vulnerable. Lead single “Not Ready to Make Nice” remains an anthem of artistic freedom and personal autonomy 20 years later. Throughout the new run, the trio will perform the groundbreaking album in its entirety for the first time, before closing each night with fan-favorite hits spanning their award-winning catalog.

The Chicks – “Taking The Long Way 20th Anniversary Tour” Dates:
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 – Detroit, MI – Fox Theatre
Saturday, October 3, 2026 – Chicago, IL – The Auditorium
Sunday, October 4, 2026 – Chicago, IL – The Auditorium
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – Washington, DC – The Anthem
Monday, October 12, 2026 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 – New York, NY – Beacon Theatre
Thursday, October 15, 2026 – Nashville, TN – The Truth
Saturday, October 17, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
Sunday, October 18, 2026 – San Antonio, TX – Majestic Theatre
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 – Austin, TX – Bass Concert Hall
Sunday, October 25, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Benaroya Hall
Monday, October 26, 2026 – Seattle, WA – Benaroya Hall
Thursday, October 29, 2026 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
Friday, October 30, 2026 – San Francisco, CA – The Masonic
Sunday, November 1, 2026 – Hollywood, CA – Dolby Theatre
Monday, November 2, 2026 – Hollywood, CA – Dolby Theatre

David Nail Readies ‘Flowers’ Due In August

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David Nail will release first full-length project in ten years, Flowers, on Aug. 21.

Nail wrote the 10-track project alongside Anderson East, Lori McKenna, Trent Dabbs and Melissa Fuller.

“I think what makes this album special is that I never intended to make one,” shares Nail. “It started with a song, which then became 3, then 5, and eventually 12, 14. These are 10 of those songs, written over the course of a year and a half. I never once went in thinking about anything other than writing the best song possible, something I’d be excited to play my wife when I got back home. It was unlike any process I’d used in the past, and Anderson’s studio is not only the most inspiring place I’ve ever been creative in, but his laid-back personality was the perfect contrast to my chaotic, anxious, always-in-a-rush way that I’d been known for throughout my career. With the exception of Lori McKenna, I’d never worked with any of the other songwriters or musicians, and their fresh outlook contributed to what I believe is one of the more honest and original things I’ve ever been able to be part of.”

Since exiting his major label deal in 2017, Nail has released five EP projects and many singles.

Nail first shared the announcement last night (May 26) at the Grand Ole Opry. During his performance, MCA EVP/Head of A&R Stephanie Wright surprised him onstage with five new RIAA certifications for “Whatever She’s Got,” now triple Platinum, “Nights on Fire,” “Red Light,” “Let It Rain,” all Certified Platinum, and “Kiss You Tonight,” now Gold.

Flowers Track Listing:
1. “Skyline” (David Nail, Lori McKenna, Anderson East)
2. “The Crown” (David Nail, Anderson East)
3. “Broken In” (David Nail, Trent Dabbs, Anderson East)
4. “Time Ran Out” (David Nail, Anderson East)
5. “Book Of Us” (David Nail, Lori McKenna)
6. “I’ll Break Yours Too” (David Nail, Anderson East)
7. “Fare Thee Well” (David Nail, Anderson East, Trent Dabbs)
8. “She Knows” (David Nail, Anderson East)
9. “I Bought The Flowers” (David Nail, Anderson East, Melissa Fuller)
10. “Riverbank” (feat. Lori McKenna) (David Nail, Lori McKenna, Anderson East)

Charles Kelley Launches New SiriusXM Show

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Charles Kelley has launched his new radio show, Y’all Aboard Hosted by Charles Kelley, airing on SiriusXM’s Yacht Rock Radio (ch. 15). The first episode will release today (May 27) at 5 p.m. CT with Little Big Town’s Phillip Sweet and Jimi Westbrook as his first guests. Upcoming guests will also include Russell Dickerson, Dustin Lynch, Richard Marx, Trisha Yearwood and more.

“‘80s music always hits, but it’s the best time of the year to turn up some Yacht Rock,” shares Kelley. “I’ve been having such a good time kicking back with my friends and vibing out to some of my favorite songs ever released.”

Each week, guests will join Kelley in the studio to share stories and play their favorite Yacht Rock songs. To celebrate the show, Kelley will also join a special episode of SiriusXM’s Music Row Happy Hour live from Nashville on July 24.

Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop Officially Set To Open In June

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Dolly Parton’s Tennessean Travel Stop is officially set to welcome guests on June 24, introducing a travel experience built around the idea that every stop on the highway should feel a little more like home.

Located at exit 22 off of I-65 in Cornersville, Tennessee, approximately one hour south of Nashville and one hour northwest of Huntsville, Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop is built on the belief that every traveler deserves comfort, good food and a genuine welcome. Guests can stop by to relax, shop for merch and eat, including standout barbecue offerings from DLY BBQ, a fresh cup of Dolly’s Cup of Ambition Coffee and a full-service sit-down cafe and restaurant.

Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop will also feature an original mural commissioned as a permanent love letter to Cornersville, making this flagship location one-of-a-kind. A tour bus inspired by the one Dolly has traveled in for years will also be on-site, providing a fun, photo-worthy way for guests to connect with her life on the highway.

The travel stop is the first of many planned locations, born from the partnership between Parton, her manager Danny Nozell, and Gregory H. Sachs, who has owned and operated the trusted Tennessean Travel Stop brand since 2017. Inspired by Dolly’s lifelong connection to the open road, from her childhood in the hills of East Tennessee to decades spent touring the world by bus, the venture reimagines what a roadside stop can be.

The grand opening event will be a large-scale celebration, with all welcome to attend and experience the travel stop firsthand. Additional details on the grand opening festivities will be revealed in the coming weeks. Live music will be at the heart of Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, and local musicians and bands interested in being considered for booking at the flagship Cornersville location for Grand Opening Week and beyond are encouraged to submit their information here.

Tyla Rodrigues Signs With Vincent Torrez Management

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Pictured (L-R): Emily Vincent (Vincent Torrez Management), Tyla Rodrigues and Alex Torrez (Vincent Torrez Management).

International singer-songwriter Tyla Rodrigues has signed with Vincent Torrez Management.

The Australian singer has steadily grown her fanbase with powerful vocals and modern country style. She got her start performing in bars around Brisbane before gaining attention with her early releases. This spring, she released her EP Hold On Tight, featuring the singles “Hot & Heavy” and “By The Time It’s Over,” both of which reached the Australian top 20 country airplay chart. In March, she teamed up with Braxton Keith for an Amazon Music Original version of the country classic “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind.” The song has already earned more than seven million streams and will be released on all platforms on June 19.

She has also appeared at major events including CMC Rocks QLD, Groundwater Country Music Festival, Tamworth Country Music Festival, and made her C2C Festival debut this spring in London and Germany. Rodrigues continue touring internationally and will make her CMA Fest debut next week.

“What a true gem, Tyla is…as a person and professional,” shares Emily Vincent, Co-Founder of VTM. “She represents everything we believe in as a management company — undeniable raw talent, creative authenticity and an artistry that speaks for itself. What separates her is not just her voice or her songwriting, but the honesty and depth she brings to her music. She’s the kind of artist you build with for the long term, and we’re beyond excited to help shape that journey.”

“I knew from the moment that I met Alex and Emily that they would be incredible people to grow with, they understand the vision and encourage my individuality as an artist. Their passion for long term development whilst upholding the ‘artist-first’ mentality is what makes me so incredibly excited to be part of the Vincent Torrez Management group,” adds Rodrigues. “I am over the moon to be stepping into this next chapter of my career with them.”

Jo Dee Messina Inks With CAA & mtheory

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Pictured (L-R): Julie Sturdivant (CAA), Kylen Sharpe (CAA), Jo Dee Messina and Cameo Carlson (mtheory)

Jo Dee Messina has signed with CAA for talent representation and mtheory for management.

CAA’s Kylen Sharpe will serve as her responsible booking agent and mtheory’s Cameo Carlson will serve as her manager.

“Jo Dee is entering one of the most exciting creative moments of her career,” says Carlson. “Between her first new album in over a decade, some of the strongest music she’s ever made, and a live show that feels bigger, freer, and more connected than ever, there’s a real energy building around this next chapter. As she celebrates 30 years of an incredible career, we see enormous opportunity to expand what the Jo Dee Messina brand can be — across touring, media, and fan experiences. We’re thrilled to officially step into this partnership and help build something very special around what comes next.”

Messina’s new album, Bridges, is set for release June 5 and marks her first full-length album in over a decade. She will play at Nissan Stadium during CMA Fest before kicking off her headlining Bridges Tour on June 11 in Columbus, Ohio.