Toby Keith

Toby Keith: American Icon will air tomorrow (Aug. 28) at 8 p.m. CT on NBC. The celebration of the country star’s life and legacy will continue with the forthcoming release of a new album containing his hits along with an expanded version of Christmas to Christmas.

The star-studded special features Luke Bryan, Tyler Hubbard, Jelly Roll, Darius Rucker, Carrie Underwood, Lainey Wilson and more performing Keith’s classic before a sold-out crowd at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Other performers and special guests include Trace Adkins, Priscilla Block, Eric Church, Jordan Davis, Scotty Emerick, Brett Favre, Brantley Gilbert, Riley Green, Hardy, Jamey Johnson, Ella Langley, Leanne Morgan, Mac McAnally, Ashley McBryde and Clay Walker.

On Oct. 4, the new 13 Number Ones album will be available on CD and vinyl. It features some of Keith’s most iconic songs released between 1993–2005, almost all of which were performed during the television celebration. The remastered Christmas to Christmas collection will be available on CD, digital and vinyl for the first time on the same day. The vinyl version includes the bonus track of Roger Miller’s “Old Toy Trains,” which Keith previously recorded in 2000.

Pictured (L–R): Ryan Davis, Joshua Daniel, Tanya Tucker, Shirley Burns, Amy Fish and Marcus Frisch. Photo: Derrek Kupish

Tanya Tucker was presented with the 2024 Susan G. Komen Promise Award on Saturday (Aug. 24) during Orville Peck‘s Sixth Annual Rodeo in Nashville.

The Promise Award recognizes those who have gone above and beyond in the fight to help end breast cancer through their philanthropy, advocacy and commitment to reaching those impacted by the disease. It was created in honor of the promise Susan G. Komen Founder Nancy Brinker made to end breast cancer forever.

A longtime supporter of the organization, Tucker headlined the annual “Kiss Breast Cancer Goodbye” concert last year and raised over $30,000 for breast cancer research and patient services. She has also been a strong advocate for breast cancer awareness, speaking out and dyeing her hair pink in support of her friend Shirley Burns‘ journey as well as actively supporting others impacted by the disease.

“Tanya Tucker not only captivates audiences with her extraordinary star power and compassion on stage, but she has also used her talents and platform to raise awareness for those affected by breast cancer,” said Paula Schneider, President & CEO, Susan G. Komen. “We are so grateful for Tanya lending her voice to several Komen initiatives over the years, and it is with great honor that we present her with the 2024 Promise Award as she continues to help us save lives.”

“Tanya is a prominent voice in the fight against breast cancer and we are excited to present her with the 2024 Promise Award,” added Joshua Daniel, Tennessee Executive Director, Susan G. Komen. “In presenting her with this award, we wanted to acknowledge her advocacy for this cause and express our appreciation for her ongoing support.”

Marcus King Band. Photo: Fletcher Moore

The Marcus King Family Reunion wrapped Sunday night (Aug. 25) at CCNB Amphitheater in Simpsonville, South Carolina, capping a successful two-day event.

Sierra Farrell. Photo: Fletcher Moore

The two-day event made its return for the first time since the pandemic and it was the first time it has been based in South Carolina, near King’s hometown of Greenville. The first day featured a lineup including Band of Horses, Nikki Lane, Ethan Regan, Darby Wilcox, Britti and a headline performance from King with the Marcus King Band.

The final day featured performances from The Avett Brothers, Sierra Ferrell, Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners, Kashus Culpepper, Barrett and an all-star Marshall Tucker Band-themed set with Marcus King & Friends. The band performed with original Marshall Tucker Band member Paul T Riddle on drums, and his father Marvin King, with songs including “Searchin’ for a Rainbow” featuring Kashus Culpepper, “Fire on the Mountain” featuring Lane, “Take the Highway” with Ferrell and a rousing closing ensemble performance of “Can’t You See,” featuring Culpepper, Regan, Lane, Wilcox and Ferrell.

Marcus King Band & Kashus Culpepper during Marshall Tucker Band tribute set. Photo: Fletcher Moore

“When I was growing up in South Carolina, once a year we’d pack the family car up and head up to my great grandparents home for some front porch pickin,’ covered dishes, lots of love and plenty of leftovers,” King recalled. “This is where I learned about the joy music could bring and how it’s a powerful force that brings us together! Want to bring that same joy to you folks this year with the return of The annual Marcus King Band family reunion. We are back and bigger than ever!”

Drew Baldridge

Drew Baldridge has made history by becoming the first self-released artist to reach No. 1 on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart and No. 3 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with his hit “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” surpassing the 2017 mark held by Aaron Watson.

“I’m overwhelmed and incredibly honored that ‘She’s Somebody’s Daughter’ has reached No. 1. on country radio,” he says. “I wrote this song six years ago and though I always dreamed we would get to this point, it felt so far away. In my heart, I knew ‘Daughter’ was special, and just needed the right team to help me share it with country radio and fans everywhere. I am so thankful to everyone who has supported me and believed in me over the years. This is truly the best day.”

The Gold-certified track has also garnered over 1.1 billion streams across streaming and social media platforms and debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Baldridge, with fans cheering him on, has pioneered a new path to No. 1 and helped inspire a generation of independent artists to do the same. He recently added new tour dates to his “Drew Baldridge Live” journey, which will run through the end of the year.