Russell Dickerson Celebrates Debut Single, ‘Yours,’ Going Triple Platinum
Pictured (L-R): Jordan Pettit (Director of Artist Relations & Programming Strategy/ Opry), Jenn Tressler (Manager, Artist & Label Strategy/ Opry), Russell Dickerson, Dan Rogers (Vice President & Executive Producer/ Opry), Gina Keltner (Director of Talent Logistics & Scheduling/ Opry)
Triple Tigers Records recording artist Russell Dickerson’s breakout No. 1 single “Yours” has gone triple Platinum.
Released in 2015 off his full-length debut album of the same name, “Yours” has amassed over 532 million streams, 547,000 downloads, and nearly 58 million views on YouTube to date. The debut single, which reached No 1. on Billboard’s Country Airplay charts, effectively established Dickerson as one of country’s promising hitmakers. Going on to become one of the go-to wedding songs of the year, the romantic smash also earned Dickerson a 2019 ACM nomination for Song of The Year.
“It still amazes me how many people this song has impacted all over the world,” says Dickerson about the achievement. “It’s a beautiful thing to see a song continue to soar.”
Dickerson was surprised by the Grand Ole Opry executive team (Jordan Pettit, Jenn Tressler, Dan Rogers, Gina Keltner) with a 3X Platinum certification plaque at the famed venue, following a performance for a special broadcast.
Justin Moore Holds Special Commemoration For New Gold Certification, No. 1
Pictured (L-R): Travis Crowder (Boys & Girls Club), Justin Aguilar (Boys & Girls Club), Trent Renner (Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Department, feat. in video), Sonora Hall (Yerington Theater for the Arts), Ozzy Brown (feat. in video military scene), Jenna Roberton (Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Department), Anna Draper (Yerington Theater for the Arts), Police Chief Darren Wagner, Fire Chief Scott Draper, Officer Brandon Coombs; [Lower Front] Cody Villalobos (Video Director, L3 Entertainment), Lissa Kellogg (Yerington Theater for the Arts)
On July 24, in front of 10,000 fans at Night In The Country Festival in Yerington, Nevada,
Justin Moore celebrated his recent RIAA Gold certification and radio No. 1 for “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home.”
Speaking to the songs subject matter, Moore’s video director and management team member, Cody Villalobos, presented special plaques commemorating the achievements to the Yerington Police Department, the Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Protection District and Yerington Theater for the Arts, along with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Mason Valley on behalf of Moore.
Moore is set to take the stage in Nashville on Sunday, Aug. 8 during the inaugural Music City Grand Prix.
Cole Swindell’s ‘Single Saturday Night’ Spends Second Week At No. 1
Pictured (L-R): Michael Carter (producer); Ashley Gorley (songwriter); Cole Swindell; Mark Holman (songwriter)
Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum artist Cole Swindell celebrates a second week at No. 1 on top of the Billboard country singles chart with his 10th career No. 1, “Single Saturday Night.” The track was written by Ashley Gorley, Michael Hardy and Mark Holman, and produced by Michael Carter.
The Georgia native’s 2-week No. 1 single has earned more than 180 million streams and adds to his over 4 billion global career streams. Swindell was also recognized for reaching over 15 million in total US track equivalents.
Swindell is on the road headlining his own shows in California and Nevada this week, and will hit the road with Thomas Rhett’s Center Point Road Tour beginning Aug. 20 in Bangor, Maine.
Callista Clark Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut At The Age Of 17
Callista Clark takes the Opry stage on Friday, July 30, 2021. Photo courtesy Grand Ole Opry LLC. Chris Hollo, photographer.
At only 17 years old, Callista Clark took the stage for her Grand Ole Opry debut on Friday, July 30. The rising young entertainer fulfilled a lifelong dream as she stepped inside the iconic wooden circle and received a heartwarming welcome from the genre’s most faithful audience.
Opening her set with the title track of her debut collection “Real To Me,” Clark wrapped her set with the song she says has changed her life–“It’s ‘Cause I Am.” Her rising debut single has been embraced by country radio, giving her one of the most successful new artist debuts of 2021.
“The Grand Ole Opry has always been a dream venue for me to play,” Callista shared. ”There is no feeling on earth like stepping onto that stage for the first time! It was truly amazing.”
Clark will be joining multi-Platinum entertainer Chris Young on his Famous Friends Tour this fall.
Trisha Yearwood’s ‘She’s In Love With The Boy’ Achieves Another Milestone
/by Lorie HollabaughTrisha Yearwood at the Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021.
Trisha Yearwood was surprised on the stage of The Grand Ole Opry last night (Aug. 3) with the news that her debut hit, “She’s In Love With the Boy,” is the most listened to country song by a female artist in the history of MRC Data, which monitors radio activity that powers Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart.
A perennial hit that’s often found on country radio’s gold playlists, the song has been heard so many times that it’s surpassed all others by women during that period. The latest achievement is not the first time Trisha’s recording of the song has made history–when it reached the top of the charts in 1991, she made history as the first time a female artist’s debut single had gone all the way to No. 1.
Trisha Yearwood celebrates “She’s In Love With The Boy’s” newest milestone at the Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021.
“When people come to a show, I see these girls singing ‘She’s In Love With the Boy’ and they’re like 15. I’m thinking, ‘How do you know this song?!’ But now learning that it’s been heard that many times–it’s just such an honor!” said Yearwood backstage at the Opry.
Trisha’s new version of “She’s In Love With the Boy” can be found on her new Every Girl Deluxe album, which is available everywhere on Friday, Aug. 13.
Yearwood was on hand last night to help induct the Opry’s newest member, Carly Pearce. The pair gave a special performance of the 1997 hit single “How Do I Live” before the induction ceremony.
Opry NextStage Names Lainey Wilson As Featured Artist For August 2021
/by Lydia FarthingLainey Wilson. Photo: Alex Berger
Opry NextStage has named BBR Music Group/Broken Bow Records’ Lainey Wilson as the featured artist for August.
Developed by Opry Entertainment Group and the Grand Ole Opry, Opry NextStage invests in the discovery and development of new artists and highlights one up-and-coming artist per month. Initially launched in 2019, the inaugural class included Riley Green, Tegan Marie, Tenille Townes, and Travis Denning. Wilson joins 2021 artists Hailey Whitters and Parker McCollum.
“The Grand Ole Opry has always held a special place in my heart since I was a nine-year-old starry-eyed little girl,” Wilson shares. “I’m truly honored to be named the latest Opry NextStage artist and am so grateful for their unbelievable support of the next generation of country music.”
Wilson has been named as an Artist to Watch by Spotify, MusicRow, and Pandora; has been included in CMT’s “Next Women of Country” and “Listen Up” programs; and was chosen as an iHeartCountry On The Verge artist, a Billboard chartbreaker, and an Apple Music “Up Next” spotlight artist. Throughout her career, she has performed for sold-out crowds throughout the US, UK, and Germany with notable names like Jason Aldean, Justin Moore, Tyler Farr, Ashley McBryde, Randy Houser, Josh Turner and more.
The Louisiana native’s debut album, Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin,’ was released in February 2021 and received critical praise. Her current radio single, “Things A Man Oughta Know,” has garnered more than 130 million on-demand streams, claimed the No. 1 spot on Sirius XM’s The Highway Hot 30 Weekend Countdown, and is continuing to climb through the Top 10 on country radio. Additionally, Wilson is set to take the Grand Ole Opry stage on Tuesday, Aug. 10.
She is nominated for MusicRow’s Discovery Artist of the Year. This year’s winners will be announced on all MusicRow platforms on Aug. 19.
Opportunities for Opry NextStage artists include feature performances on the Grand Ole Opry and Circle’s Opry Live broadcast and livestream; a performance at a special Opry NextStage concert in 2021; content produced by Opry Entertainment’s award-winning content team that utilizes all Opry Entertainment venues including Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium and Ole Red locations nationwide; exclusive content to be distributed via Circle broadcast, streaming, and video-on demand channels; customized marketing and promotion activations utilizing Opry web and social assets; and other opportunities such as outdoor advertising, 650 WSM-AM radio specials, and more.
Luke Bryan Returns For Season 5 Of ‘American Idol’
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Ryan Seacrest, and Luke Bryan. Photo: ABC/Eric McCandless
Judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie, alongside veteran host Ryan Seacrest, are returning for American Idol‘s fifth season on ABC and 20th overall as the show returns next spring. Season five auditions will kick off this Friday, Aug. 6 with the return of Idol Across America, the live virtual nationwide search for the next superstar.
For the second year in a row, Idol Across America offers hopefuls the opportunity to showcase their talents face-to-face with an Idol producer from anywhere in America across any official audition date. Last season’s first-ever Idol Across America virtual auditions successfully kicked off many hopefuls American Idol journeys, including ABC’s season-four winner Chayce Beckham.
“Luke, Katy, Lionel and Ryan are music and industry icons that have become synonymous with Idol on ABC,” says Rob Mills, executive vice president, Unscripted and Alternative Entertainment, Walt Disney Television. “Their star power is unmatched, and their support is a gift to our contestants that have deeply benefited from their wisdom over the past four seasons—and they’re ready to do it again. As we begin a momentous season, I think it’s safe to say this dream team has officially cemented their legacy on ‘Idol.’”
“We are thrilled that Katy, Lionel, Luke and Ryan will be back to help discover our next American Idol,” shares executive producer Eli Holzman, CEO of Industrial Media. “This dream team has selected and guided some of the most talented ‘Idol’ contestants in the history of the series, and we can’t wait to see who they’ll find next.”
Last season, ABC’s American Idol ranked as the No. 1 series in its two-hour time period for the second year in a row among Adults 18-49. In addition, American Idol finished among the Top 5 unscripted series last season with Total Viewers.
Contestants must be at least 15 years old to audition and may do so on any Idol Across America date regardless of your location. For information on how to sign up for Idol Across America, click here.
Idol Across America Auditions (subject to change):
Aug. 6 – Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina
Aug. 8 – Connecticut, New Jersey, New York
Aug. 11 – Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas
Aug. 13 – Florida, Michigan, Virginia, West Virginia
Aug. 16 – Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi
Aug. 18 – Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee
Aug. 21 – Alaska, California, Hawaii, Nevada
Aug. 23 – Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming
Aug. 25 – Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin
Aug. 27 – Open Call: Nationwide
Aug. 31 – Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah
Sept. 2 – Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont
Sept. 8 – Delaware, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C.
Sept. 10 – Open Call: The South
Sept. 13 – Open Call: East Coast
Sept. 16 – Open Call: West Coast
Sept. 21 – Open Call: Nationwide
Carly Pearce Officially Becomes A Grand Ole Opry Member
/by Lorie HollabaughCarly Pearce. Photo: Chris Hollo
Carly Pearce was officially inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry family last night (Aug. 3) by Opry member Trisha Yearwood. The show will air on Circle Television on Saturday, Aug. 14.
Pearce was introduced on stage by Opry member Jeannie Seely who shared, “Carly has all the obvious wonderful traits, but she has that one extra thing, determination. She has the sincerest dedication and strongest work ethic of anyone I’ve ever known in my life. And she never strayed from her path of wanting to be a member of the Opry.”
During the special evening Pearce performed her hit “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” and during a press conference earlier in the evening, Big Machine Label Group President/CEO Scott Borchetta and RIAA Vice President, Artist & Industry Relations Jackie Jones surprised Pearce with a plaque commemorating the 2X Platinum certification for the hit. As she sang the chart-topper solo for the Opry crowd, duet partner Lee Brice was also presented the honor at the Ryman Auditorium.
Pictured (L-R): Big Machine Label Group President/CEO, Scott Borchetta; Carly Pearce; RIAA Vice President, Artist & Industry Relations, Jackie Jones. Photo: Chris Hollo
Pearce also performed a duet with Yearwood on “How Do I Live,” before Yearwood officially inducted her, saying “This is a very special place, and when you are invited it’s an invitation to the family. So, with much pride and joy, Carly you are now an official member of the Grand Ole Opry.”
The newest member of the Opry also performed a new song to commemorate her special moment, “Dear Miss Loretta,” an acknowledgement she wrote to one of her profound influences she debuted on the Opry stage. Expressing a true understanding for Loretta Lynn’s pain and life in the song, she enlisted fellow Kentuckian Patty Loveless for a doleful pairing that spans three generations and will be featured on her upcoming album 29: Written in Stone. The evening culminated with Pearce, Yearwood and Seely blending three generations of traditional country harmonies on the Kitty Wells classic “Making Believe.”
Pictured (L-R): Trisha Yearwood, Jeannie Seely, Carly Pearce. Photo: Chris Hollo
“What makes this family something special to be a part of is you can have hit records and sell out shows, but all of that can fade and this is something I will have forever,” said Pearce. “It’s a stage to sing on, a circle to stand in and a forever family. This is super special to me. All I ever wanted to do was sing country music. This isn’t another accolade or feather in my cap but a promise that I will do my due diligence to make sure the circle is never broken.”
Live Nation Q2 Results: Concert Revenue, Attendance On The Rise
/by Lydia FarthingLive Nation Entertainment, Inc. has released financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
As communities reopen, Live Nation is seeing the demand for live events. In the U.S. and the U.K., there are strong ticket sales and the restart of concerts and festivals, highlighted recently by Lollapalooza and Rolling Loud in the U.S. and Latitude in the U.K. hosting a combined three quarters of a million fans. This momentum has been building every month, with ticket sales and concert attendance pacing faster than expected, underscoring the strength and resiliency of the concert business and live events in general.
“This progress, combined with our cost discipline, has enabled us to deliver positive adjusted operating income for the second quarter, well ahead of where we thought we would for this quarter. We expect to see further ramp-up accelerate through the rest of the year, with improving operating income and all segments returning to adjusted operating income profitability for the second half of the year, setting us up for a full-scale 2022,” says President and Chief Executive Officer, Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. Michael Rapino in the company’s financial report.
He continues, “Looking forward to 2022 and now also 2023, all our leading indicators continue to point to a roaring era for concerts and other live events. Starting with our concerts division, every major venue type–arenas, amphitheaters, and stadiums–have pipelines indicating double digit growth in show count and ticket sales relative to 2019 levels. In some cases our pipeline is so strong we are extending our planning into 2023 and even beginning to discuss tours that extend into 2024.”
Highlights:
For the six months ended June 30, 2021:
Read the full financial report here.
Artist Action: Russell Dickerson, Justin Moore, Cole Swindell, Callista Clark
/by Lydia FarthingRussell Dickerson Celebrates Debut Single, ‘Yours,’ Going Triple Platinum
Pictured (L-R): Jordan Pettit (Director of Artist Relations & Programming Strategy/ Opry), Jenn Tressler (Manager, Artist & Label Strategy/ Opry), Russell Dickerson, Dan Rogers (Vice President & Executive Producer/ Opry), Gina Keltner (Director of Talent Logistics & Scheduling/ Opry)
Triple Tigers Records recording artist Russell Dickerson’s breakout No. 1 single “Yours” has gone triple Platinum.
Released in 2015 off his full-length debut album of the same name, “Yours” has amassed over 532 million streams, 547,000 downloads, and nearly 58 million views on YouTube to date. The debut single, which reached No 1. on Billboard’s Country Airplay charts, effectively established Dickerson as one of country’s promising hitmakers. Going on to become one of the go-to wedding songs of the year, the romantic smash also earned Dickerson a 2019 ACM nomination for Song of The Year.
“It still amazes me how many people this song has impacted all over the world,” says Dickerson about the achievement. “It’s a beautiful thing to see a song continue to soar.”
Dickerson was surprised by the Grand Ole Opry executive team (Jordan Pettit, Jenn Tressler, Dan Rogers, Gina Keltner) with a 3X Platinum certification plaque at the famed venue, following a performance for a special broadcast.
Justin Moore Holds Special Commemoration For New Gold Certification, No. 1
Pictured (L-R): Travis Crowder (Boys & Girls Club), Justin Aguilar (Boys & Girls Club), Trent Renner (Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Department, feat. in video), Sonora Hall (Yerington Theater for the Arts), Ozzy Brown (feat. in video military scene), Jenna Roberton (Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Department), Anna Draper (Yerington Theater for the Arts), Police Chief Darren Wagner, Fire Chief Scott Draper, Officer Brandon Coombs; [Lower Front] Cody Villalobos (Video Director, L3 Entertainment), Lissa Kellogg (Yerington Theater for the Arts)
Speaking to the songs subject matter, Moore’s video director and management team member, Cody Villalobos, presented special plaques commemorating the achievements to the Yerington Police Department, the Yerington/Mason Valley Fire Protection District and Yerington Theater for the Arts, along with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Mason Valley on behalf of Moore.
Moore is set to take the stage in Nashville on Sunday, Aug. 8 during the inaugural Music City Grand Prix.
Cole Swindell’s ‘Single Saturday Night’ Spends Second Week At No. 1
Pictured (L-R): Michael Carter (producer); Ashley Gorley (songwriter); Cole Swindell; Mark Holman (songwriter)
Grammy-nominated, multi-Platinum artist Cole Swindell celebrates a second week at No. 1 on top of the Billboard country singles chart with his 10th career No. 1, “Single Saturday Night.” The track was written by Ashley Gorley, Michael Hardy and Mark Holman, and produced by Michael Carter.
The Georgia native’s 2-week No. 1 single has earned more than 180 million streams and adds to his over 4 billion global career streams. Swindell was also recognized for reaching over 15 million in total US track equivalents.
Swindell is on the road headlining his own shows in California and Nevada this week, and will hit the road with Thomas Rhett’s Center Point Road Tour beginning Aug. 20 in Bangor, Maine.
Callista Clark Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut At The Age Of 17
Callista Clark takes the Opry stage on Friday, July 30, 2021. Photo courtesy Grand Ole Opry LLC. Chris Hollo, photographer.
At only 17 years old, Callista Clark took the stage for her Grand Ole Opry debut on Friday, July 30. The rising young entertainer fulfilled a lifelong dream as she stepped inside the iconic wooden circle and received a heartwarming welcome from the genre’s most faithful audience.
Opening her set with the title track of her debut collection “Real To Me,” Clark wrapped her set with the song she says has changed her life–“It’s ‘Cause I Am.” Her rising debut single has been embraced by country radio, giving her one of the most successful new artist debuts of 2021.
“The Grand Ole Opry has always been a dream venue for me to play,” Callista shared. ”There is no feeling on earth like stepping onto that stage for the first time! It was truly amazing.”
Clark will be joining multi-Platinum entertainer Chris Young on his Famous Friends Tour this fall.
Relative Music Group And Sony Music Publishing Partner To Sign Zach Abend
/by LB CantrellPictured (L-R): Dennis Matkosky, Zach Abend, Hardy, Jesse Matkosky
Relative Music Group, in partnership with Sony Music Publishing Nashville, has signed Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer Zach Abend to a worldwide publishing agreement.
The news of Abend’s addition comes shortly after Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Relative Music Group announced their partnership. Founded in 2017 by father/son duo Dennis and Jesse Matkosky, Relative Music Group has quickly found success with its first signed act, Michael Hardy, who recently became a Partner at the company.
Abend has written songs for artists such as Hardy, Ingrid Andress, Chris Lane, Chris Young, Cale Dodds, Matt Stell, Jess Moskaluke, Filmore, and many more. Recently, he co-wrote “Boyfriend” from Hardy’s critically acclaimed 2020 album A Rock; “Anything But Love,” featured on Ingrid Andress’ Grammy-nominated album Lady Like; and Bailey Bryan’s viral TikTok single “Play W/ Me.” Abend also wrote on and produced Filmore’s debut album State I’m In.
“I’ve been a fan of Zach’s for a long time and couldn’t be happier to be working with such a huge talent,” shares Jesse Matkosky.
Hardy adds, “Zach is incredibly talented and I knew that from the first time we wrote together. Not only can he bring songs to life as a producer, but he understands and fights for a good lyric as well. It’s an honor to have the opportunity to work with him and I truly can’t wait to see the inevitable run he’s going to have as a songwriter.”
Abend sums, “I’m thrilled to join the family, and work alongside Dennis and Jesse Matkosky and the rest of the Relative Music Group team. It means a lot to get to work with other creatives who are strong believers in me and what I bring to a song. Hardy has also become one of my good buddies over the last few years, so it will be exciting to continue to watch him grow as an artist and writer from the home team bench.”
Brett Young To Release First Children’s Book, ‘Love You, Little Lady’
/by Lorie HollabaughAward-winning recording artist Brett Young has taken some inspiration from his Gold-certified No. 1 single, “Lady,” channeling it into a brand new children’s book, Love You, Little Lady. The upcoming project goes on sale Aug. 24 everywhere books are sold.
Dedicated to his wife and young daughters, Love You Little Lady reflects the boundless love parents have watching their baby daughter grow into a “little lady.” Through rhymes and sweet illustrations, Young takes readers through the wonder of hearing a baby girl’s first heartbeat, holding her for the very first time, counting her fingers and toes, guiding her first steps, and watching her grow.
“‘Lady’ is easily one of the most special songs I’ve ever written,” Young explains. “Becoming a dad has changed everything for me… I’ve heard from so many families saying how much the song has meant to them as well, which is the dream as a songwriter. When we were given the opportunity to transform ‘Lady’ into a children’s book, it was such an easy ‘yes.’ Taylor and I feel so blessed to have this book as a keepsake and to read to our girls as they grow up.”
Love You, Little Lady celebrates the moments of now and the moments to come—from the meeting one’s newborn daughter, to the years of growing, learning, and sharing that the future brings to families.
The California-born singer has captured the hearts of fans everywhere with his heartfelt lyrics and West Coast-meets-Southern sound. He recently released an 8-song collection, Weekends Look A Little Different These Days, and returns to the road with his The Weekends Tour kicking off in September.
Brent Cobb Unveils Shut Up And Sing Tour Scheduled For Fall
/by Lorie HollabaughBrent Cobb. Photo: Alysse Gafkjen
Brent Cobb has announced his newly-confirmed Shut Up and Sing Tour kicking off Sept. 22 with support from Adam Hood. The upcoming tour will visit Dallas’ The Kessler Theater, Birmingham’s Saturn, St. Louis’ Old Rock House, Columbus’ A&R Music Bar, and Rocky Mount’s Harvester Performance Center, among others. Tickets for the tour go on sale this Friday, Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. local time.
The new dates follow Cobb’s special co-headline Soapbox Derby Tour with Nikki Lane, which includes shows in Chicago, Lexington, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Charlotte and Atlanta, among others.
Cobb has remained busy throughout the summer and released his first ever children’s book, Little Stuff, this past June via his own Ol’ Buddy Publishing. Illustrated by Delaney Royer, Little Stuff was written as a reflection on what’s truly important in life and was inspired by Cobb’s song of the same name from his latest album, Keep ‘Em On They Toes.
Brent Cobb Tour Dates:
Aug. 20—Chicago, IL—Thalia Hall*
Aug. 21—Indianapolis, IN—The Hi-Fi*
Aug. 22—Louisville, KY—Brown Foreman Amphitheatre*
Aug. 23—Lexington, KY—The Burl*
Aug. 25—Cleveland, OH—Beachland Ballroom & Tavern*
Aug. 26—Pittsburgh, PA—Thunderbird Café & Music Hall*
Aug. 27—Philadelphia, PA—Ardmore Music Hall*
Aug. 28—Brooklyn, NY—Music Hall of Williamsburg*
Aug. 30—Boston, MA—The Sinclair*
Aug. 31—Washington, DC—Union Stage*
Sept. 1—Charlottesville, VA—Jefferson Theatre*
Sept. 2—Isle of Palms, SC—The Windjammer*
Sept. 3—Wilmington, NC—Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre*
Sept. 4—Asheville, NC—The Orange Peel*
Sept. 5—Columbia, SC—The Senate*
Sept. 7—Charlotte, NC—Neighborhood Theatre*
Sept. 8—Athens, GA—Georgia Theatre*
Sept. 9—Atlanta, GA—Variety Playhouse*
Sept. 22—Houston, TX—The Heights Theater†
Sept. 23—Dallas, TX—The Kessler Theater†
Sept. 24—Helotes, TX—John T. Floore’s Country Store†
Sept. 25—New Braunfels, TX—Gruene Hall†
Sept. 29—Birmingham, AL—Saturn†
Sept. 30—Decatur, AL—Princess Theatre Center†
Oct. 1—Fort Smith, AR—Majestic†
Oct. 2—La Cygne, KS—Firewater Music Festival
Oct. 3—St. Louis, MO—Old Rock House†
Oct. 5—Columbus, OH—A&R Music Bar†
Oct. 6—Ashland, KY—Paramount Arts Center†
Oct. 7—Covington, KY—Madison Live†
Oct. 8—Rocky Mount, VA—Harvester Performance Center†
Dec. 1—Manchester, UK—Manchester Academy#
Dec. 2—Leeds, UK—O2 Academy Leeds#
Dec. 3—Birmingham, UK—O2 Institute#
Dec. 5—Nottingham, UK—Rock City#
Dec. 6—Newcastle, UK—Newcastle Academy#
Dec. 7—Glasgow, UK—O2 Academy Glasgow#
Dec. 9—London, UK—Roundhouse#
Dec. 11—Cardiff, UK—The Great Hall#
Dec. 12—Dublin, Ireland—Whelan’s#
Dec. 13—Belfast, UK—Limelight#
*Soapbox Derby Tour with Nikki Lane
†with special guest Adam Hood
#with The Cadillac Three
Garth Brooks To Assess Remainder Of Stadium Tour Dates Due To COVID Spike
/by LB CantrellGarth Brooks at a press conference on Friday (July 30). Photo: Sherod Robertson
Days after Garth Brooks‘ scheduled stop at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium was rained out on Saturday night (July 31), Brooks has announced he is planning to use an upcoming break in his stadium tour to re-assess the tour’s continuation with respect to the COVID infection risk.
Numbers of COVID cases have been on the rise due to the highly contagious Delta variant, with the CDC reporting more than 35 million cases in the last 30 days.
Brooks is scheduled to play Kansas City, Missouri on Aug. 7 and Lincoln, Nebraska on Aug. 14. Following the Nebraska show, the Garth Brooks Stadium Tour will have a three-week window without a concert scheduled in which the tour will assess the remainder of the dates this year.
Brooks’ Seattle, Washington stop on Sept. 4 will be the first show back after those three weeks. Due to uncertainty about the remainder of the tour, the tickets for Seattle, which were supposed to go on sale this Friday, Aug. 6, will not be going on sale yet.
“It breaks my heart to see city after city go on sale and then have to ask those sweet people and the venues to reschedule,” says Brooks. “We have a three week window coming up where we, as a group, will assess the remainder of the stadium tour this year. It’s humbling to see people put this much faith in you as an artist, and it kills me to think I am letting them down.”