Country newcomer Erik Dylan is gearing up for the release of his debut album, Heart of a Flatland Boy. The highly anticipated album is scheduled for release on October 21 and will feature his latest single, “Pink Flamingos.”
Erik was originally discovered by Kip Moore during a local show in Nashville. Since then, Dylan has had several of his songs cut by well known artists such as Kip, Eli Young Band, Justin Moore and Eric Paslay.
Rising star Chase Rice is set to showcase his brand new hit single, “Everybody We Know Does,” nationwide on NBC’s TODAY Show on August 30. The performance will serve as Rice’s debut on the popular morning show as well as his first time performing the new single on national television.
To further promote his brand new single and new music ahead, Chase is set to kick off his fifth headlining tour in September. The Everybody We Know Does Tour will once again showcase Chase Rice’s exceptional performance skills, as well as introduce newcomers Ryan Hurd and Lacy Cavalier. Over 30 tour dates have already been announced, see below for a full list, with more dates anticipated to be added in the coming weeks.
“This tour is all about bringing people together and appreciating where we come from, whether it’s Seattle, Washington or Akron, Ohio or Buford, Georgia. Whether you’re from a big city or a small town; east coast, west coast or anywhere in between, we’re all part of this same great country and we all have a story about what makes us who we are,” said Rice. “Music is one of the best ways I know to share those stories and experiences, and I’m excited not only to play some of my new music live, but also to have two really creative artists in Ryan and Lacy with me on the road to add their own unique sounds and styles to the mix. We’re going to have a good time!”
Chase Rice Everybody We Know Does Tour
Wednesday, Aug. 24 – WTQR End of Summer Jam – Greensboro, N.C.
Thursday, Aug. 25 – Stone Pony Summer Stage – Asbury Park, N.J.
Friday, Aug. 26 – Dutchess County Fair – Rhinebeck, N.Y.
Saturday, Aug. 27 – Keloorah Music Festival – Brooklyn, Mich.
Saturday, Sept. 3 – Great American Ballpark – Cincinnati, Ohio
Sunday, Sept. 4 – Tumbleweed Music Festival – Kansas City, Mo.
Friday, Sept. 9 – Kegs Canalside – Jordan, N.Y.*
Saturday, Sept. 10 – York Fair – York, Pa.
Sunday, Sept. 11 – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater – Virginia Beach, Va. **
Thursday, Sept. 15 – Hal & Mal’s – Jackson, Miss.
Friday, Sept. 16 – The Moon – Tallahassee, Fla.
Saturday, Sept. 17 – City of Buford Fall Festival – Buford, Ga.
Friday, Sept. 18 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 Pre-Race Concert – Chicago, Ill.
Thursday, Sept. 22 – Jannus Live – St. Petersburg, Fla.
Friday, Sept. 23 – Macon City Auditorium – Macon, Ga.
Saturday, Sept. 24 – Township Auditorium – Columbia, S.C.
Thursday, Sept. 29 – Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino – Mescalero, N.M.
Friday, Sept. 30 – Pepsi Amphitheater – Flagstaff, Ariz.
Saturday, Oct. 1 – Cottonwood Park – Parachute, Colo.
Tuesday, Oct. 4 – Clearwater Casino Resort – Seattle, Wash.
Thursday, Oct. 6 – Deadwood Mountain Grand – Deadwood, S.D.
Friday, Oct. 7 – Bluestem Amphitheater – Moorhead, Minn.
Saturday, Oct. 8 – Minot City Auditorium – Minot, N.D.
Thursday, Oct. 13 – Al Bedoo Shrine Auditorium – Billings, Mont.
Friday, Oct. 14 – The Wilma – Missoula, Mont.
Saturday, Oct. 15 – Toyota Center – Kennewick, Wash.
Tuesday, Oct. 18 – St. Jude Jam – Denver, Colo.
Thursday, Oct. 20 – The Paramount – Huntington, N.Y.
Saturday, Oct. 22 – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom – Hampton Beach, N.H.
Friday, Nov. 4 – John T. Floore Country Store – Helotes, Texas
Saturday, Nov. 5 – Nutty Brown Café – Austin, Texas
Friday, Nov. 11 – Goodyear Theater – Akron, Ohio
Thursday, Nov. 17 – EXPRESS LIVE! – Columbus, Ohio
Friday, Nov. 18 – Five Flags Center – Dubuque, Iowa
Saturday, Nov. 19 – The District – Sioux Falls, S.D.
Thursday, Dec. 1 – Central National Bank Center – Enid, Okla.
Friday, Dec. 2 – Sokol Auditorium – Omaha, Neb.
Saturday, Dec. 3 – The Cotillion Ballroom – Wichita, Kan.
Monday, Dec. 5 – The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan – Las Vegas, Nev.
Thursday, Dec. 8 – Shrine Mosque Auditorium – Springfield, Mo.
*Denotes start of the Everybody We Know Does Tour
** Denotes date with Florida Georgia Line’s Dig Your Roots Tour
Keep up with Chase Rice by visiting his official site, www.ChaseRice.com.
Sam Hunt has been “spreading the love” with Kenny Chesney all summer long on Chesney’s Spread The Love Tour. Hitting dozens of major stadiums across the nation, Hunt has enjoyed his time out on the road with Chesney.
As the Spread The Love Tour winds down with its final stops this coming weekend at Gillette Stadium, (8/26 & 8/27), Sam reveals that Kenny has been a wonderful host. “He’s been awesome so far. He’s as advertised. Everybody, before getting into this, told me how great he was as a host on a tour like this, and he’s lived up to that reputation. He’s gone above and beyond for us and offered us the same opportunities that he has as the headliner, and that’s special,” says Sam. “I appreciate that from Kenny. He’s a class act.”
Hunt’s latest single is nearing the top of the charts with “Make You Miss Me.” Be sure to call in and request the hit single at your local radio station. “Make You Miss Me” serves at the fifth single from the country sensation’s debut album, Montevallo.
New music is heading to country radio from Carrie Underwood as the superstar is gearing up to release her new single, “Dirty Laundry.” On the heels of celebrating her 24th No. 1 single “Church Bells,” the new track is set to impact country radio on August 22. Written by Zach Crowell, Ashley Gorley and Hillary Lindsey, “Dirty Laundry” serves as the fourth single to be released from her latest album, Storyteller.
“I love the relaxed groove of the song combined with the vengeful storyline,” says Underwood. “That combination of strong, empowering lyrics set against the cool, laid-back sound, puts a new spin on the subject matter that feels really fresh and cool.”
Carrie is set to head back out on the road starting August 31 for the second leg of her Storyteller Tour. For a full list of tour dates and more information, please visit www.carrieunderwood.fm.
The memory of Merle Haggard continues to live on as the Academy of Country Music revealed a newly created award in the honor of the late country music icon. The inaugural ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award, honoring uncompromising artists, will be presented at the upcoming 10th Annual ACM Honors event to an artist who has yet to be announced.
“Merle passed shortly after our 2016 awards show and after this year’s Special Awards were announced,” says ACM Board President Ken Tucker. “That said, there was simply no way the Academy could hold what may be its most heartfelt event – ACM Honors – without creating a lasting way to acknowledge his legacy. Celebrating and encouraging artists whose work echoes Merle Haggard’s indomitable spirit is beyond fitting. On behalf of the board, and with the blessing of his family, we are thrilled to create this important honor.”
The criteria for this new awards is comprised of the following: The ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award, created this year, will be awarded to a singer-songwriter and performer whose career reflects the uncompromising integrity and steadfastness of spirit embodied by the late Merle Haggard. Beyond crafting iconic songs and delivering genuine performances, this deserving artist—like Haggard—is characterized by their singular vision in carving an indelible path in country music.
The 10th ACM Honors will take place on Tuesday, August 30 at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. Tickets are still available at ticketmaster.com. The special event will be televised on Friday, September 9 at 9pm ET on CBS.
