Luke Bryan Delays Album Release and 2020 Tour

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Luke Bryan has announced that he will be delaying the release of his new studio album, Born Here Live Here Die Here, as well as the start of his Proud To Be Right Here Tour. With the unpredictability and constant changes that surround us daily from the pandemic, the country superstar will start his tour on July 10th and release his new studio album on August 7th.

“I wanted to reach out myself and let you know that we have decided to push back the release of my next album, BORN HERE LIVE HERE DIE HERE to August 7, 2020 as well as the start of my PROUD TO BE RIGHT HERE tour to July 10, 2020” Bryan announced. “What an incredibly confusing and scary time our world is facing right now, and it is important we continue to follow the guidelines we have been given and do our part to keep everyone safe. With that in mind, we are choosing to stay home at this time so we can have fun sharing this music and tour with you this summer. I truly believe that music can provide all forms of emotional connections for everyone and I can’t wait to get on the road and share these new songs with you soon.”
Luke Bryan

NEW SCHEDULE FOR “PROUD TO BE RIGHT HERE TOUR”

7/10/20            Orange Beach  AL       The Amphitheater at the Wharf+
7/11/20            Brandon           MS       Brandon Amphitheater
7/12/20            Saint Louis       MO      Hollywood Casino Amphitheater*
7/16/20            San Diego        CA       North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre*
7/17/20            Mountain View CA      Shoreline Amphitheater*
7/18/20            Sacramento      CA       Toyota Amphitheater*
7/23/20            Bend                OR       Les Schwab Amphitheater*
7/24/20            Bend                OR       Les Schwab Amphitheater*
7/25/20            Ridgefield        WA      Sunlight Supply Amphitheater*
7/30/20            Nashville         TN       Bridgestone Arena*
7/31/20            N. Little Rock   AR       Simmons Bank Arena*
8/4/20              New York        NY       Madison Square Garden
8/5/20              Gilford             NH       Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
8/13/20            Hartford           CT       XFINITY Theatre*
8/14/20            Bangor             ME       Darling’s Waterfront Pavilion
8/16/20            Darien Center   NY       Darien Lake Amphitheater*
8/21/20            Virginia Beach VA       Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheatre
8/22/20            Atlantic City     NJ        Atlantic City Beach
8/23/20            Bristow             VA       Jiffy Lube Live
8/28/20            Charlotte          NC       PNC Music Pavilion
8/29/20            Raleigh             NC       Coastal Credit Union Music Park
8/30/20            Columbia         MD      Merriweather Post Pavilion*
9/24/20            Des Moines      IA        Wells Fargo Arena
9/25/20            Saint Paul         MN      Xcel Energy Center
9/26/20            Green Bay        WI       Resch Center
10/1/20            Cincinnati        OH       Riverbend Music Center*
10/8/20            Fresno              CA       Save Mart Center
10/9/20            Los Angeles     CA       Staples Center
10/10/20          San Bernardino CA      Glen Helen Amphitheater
10/22/20          Charleston       WV      Charleston Civic Center Coliseum
10/23/20          Lexington        KY       Rupp Arena
10/24/20          Evansville        IN        Ford Center – Evansville
10/28/20          Lafayette          LA       Cajundome
10/29/20          San Antonio     TX       Alamodome
10/30/20          Bossier City     LA       Centurylink Center

Morgan Wallen is the special guest on the tour with openers Caylee Hammack and Runaway June.
+additional opener TBD
Runaway June on all dates except *
*Caylee Hammack appears on these dates

For tickets and more information go to www.lukebryan.com

CMA Fest Canceled For 2020, Set To Resume In 2021

It has just been announced that CMA Fest has been canceled for 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. This was no doubt an extremely difficult decision for the Country Music Association to make, however, in this time of uncertainty, it serves as the best decision for everyone involved.

The following is an official statement from the Country Music Association:

After careful deliberation, and in following the latest guidance from national, state and local authorities, we are sad to announce that CMA Fest will not take place in 2020.

Whether you planned to attend CMA Fest for the first time, or you have attended many times throughout the last 48 years, we know how special this festival is for Country Music fans around the globe and that many will be disappointed by this decision. As the world is still greatly affected by the spread of COVID-19, we cannot in good conscience risk the health and wellbeing of our fans, artists, staff and Country Music community. 

We will honor four-day passes purchased for this year’s event for CMA Fest 2021. However, if you prefer a full refund, we will provide one upon request if your passes were purchased through Ticketmaster or the CMA Fest Box Office. Those who purchased passes through non-official channels should contact the seller directly. Within the next 24-48 hours, all four-day pass purchasers will receive an email with further instructions.

We greatly appreciate your understanding and patience, as our actions are always in the best interest of our Country Music community. In the coming weeks and months, we will continue to bring Country fans and artists together to celebrate the unique spirit and sense of unity that is at the heart of what CMA Fest stands for. We will also share information about future CMA events and ways to support those within our community affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Please keep yourself and your loved ones healthy and safe, and we hope you will join us for CMA Fest next year, June 10-13, 2021.

Kip Moore To Release Fourth Studio Album WILD WORLD May 29

Multi-PLATINUM singer/songwriter Kip Moore announced today that his highly-anticipated fourth studio album WILD WORLD will be available May 29 and is available for physical pre-order now. Sharing the news exclusively with Billboard, Moore also gave his notably fierce fan following a taste of what to expect, releasing the upcoming collection’s title track that “anchors the album” today, available to listen here.

Co-writing all but one of WILD WORLD’S insightful tracks, Moore navigates the search to find a place and purpose. Throughout the 13-song collection that search is revealed in deeply personal terms, with Moore even self-producing the set, with help from David Garcia, Luke Dick and Blair Daly on respective tracks.

The weathered heartland-rock sound Moore has embraced on previous efforts gets its emotional volume pumped up, recorded live with a full band, as substance trumped style and the timeless prevailed over the trendy. Moore admits the result includes a few quirks – but that just gives WILD WORLD the character he values so much. “We wanted it to be more in-your-face,” he says. “More earthy, more analog.”

That straightforward honesty arrives early on the record, starting with the very first song, “Janie Blu,” about a girl who’s always been special, but often stood in her own way – a compassionate, force-of-nature plea to get your head right, before it’s too late. Likewise, the sturdy “Southpaw” stands as a grunge-rocking manifesto for the proudly out of touch, rejecting the notion of “going with the flow” and showcasing just how Moore stands apart in today’s Wild World. Meanwhile, the calming “More Than Enough” presents a better option, blowtorch anthems like the “Fire And Flame” pour gasoline on the quest for greater meaning and “Red White Blue Jean American Dream” flies down an empty highway of optimism.

“I know it’s an unsettling time for a lot of people right now, and so my hope is that this music can bring even just one person some peace,” shared Moore. “I try to make music that reaches people in a pure sense – something that’s light and easy to carry with you, but 1000 pounds of weight at the same time, and I think Wild World is just a depiction of what I see. Life is one crazy, wild ride. But it can be so simple if we look for the right things, and I think that is more important than ever right now.”

WILD WORLD Official Track List:
1.          “Janie Blu”            
(Dan Couch, Kip Moore) 
2.          “Southpaw”       
(Westin Davis, Kip Moore) 
3.          “Fire And Flame”     
(Cary Barlowe, Brett James, Kip Moore, Will Weatherly) 
4.          “Wild World” 
(Josh Miller, Kip Moore) 
5.          “Red White Blue Jean American Dream”    
(Jimi Bell, Barton Davies, Luke Dick, Philip Lammonds) 
6.          “She’s Mine”        
(Dan Couch, Kip Moore, Scott Stepakoff) 
7.          “Hey Old Lover”    
(Dan Couch, Kip Moore) 
8.          “Grow On You”     
(Blair Daly, Westin Davis, Kip Moore) 
9.          “More Than Enough”    
(David Garcia, Josh Miller, Kip Moore) 
10.        “Sweet Virginia”   
(Kip Moore, Manny Medina, Erich Wigdahl) 
11.        “South”        
(Adam Browder, Dan Couch, Manny Medina, Kip Moore, Dave Nassie, Erich Wigdahl) 
12.        “Crazy For You Tonight”    
(Blair Daly, Westin Davis, Kip Moore) 
13.        “Payin’ Hard”  
(Blair Daly, Westin Davis, Kip Moore) 

Brett Kissel Shares Details About Music, Touring & More

Artist on the Rise Brett Kissel has already taken the country music scene by storm in Canada, and he is set to make just as strong of an impact here in the states. While the singer/songwriter hails from Alberta Canada, Kissel currently resides in Nashville and is set to make a solid introduction throughout 2020 traveling from coast to coast showcasing his music.

While in Nashville for the 51st annual Country Radio Seminar, we sat down with Brett Kissel and chatted about his new music, family, touring and so much more! Kissel is a breath of fresh air to the genre, and we are looking forward to seeing his growth continue throughout the year.

Additionally, Brett shared details about the lifestyle brand that he and his wife Cecilia have started and the exciting Keeping It Kissel is a platform that delivers a message of inspiration and positivity.

Check out our exclusive interview with Brett Kissel. Kissel’s energy during the interview is a solid preview of what he delivers on stage and you will not want to miss one of his shows! Check out our interview by clicking here, or watch below.

Brett Kissel’s latest album, NOW OR NEVER, is available now and includes hit single “Drink About Me” and latest release “She Drives Me Crazy.” Pick up your copy here.

Keep up with Brett Kissel by visiting his Official Website, and following him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Blake Shelton Postpones Final Five Tour Dates On His Friends And Heroes 2020 Tour

Keeping everyone’s best interests and health in mind, Blake Shelton joins the continuous growing list of artists that have cancelled/postponed tour dates due to the coronavirus pandemic that is wreaking havoc across the nation and beyond. Starting tonight and continuing on through the final two weekends of the Friends and Heroes 2020 Tour, the final five shows have been postponed and anticipated to be rescheduled during the spring of 2021.

“Omaha, I’m here in your city with my friends and heroes and am ready to play a show for you, but for all the right reasons – chiefly everyone’s safety and well-being – we have to reschedule tonight and the rest of the tour” Blake Shelton posted on his social media platforms. “Please take care of yourself and your loved ones. You can bet we’ll see you back here soon!”

Tickets that have been purchased for the final five shows will be honored for the new dates in 2021 when they are announced. Refunds are available at the point of purchase.

Postponed Dates Include:
3/12 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center
3/14 – Denver, CO – Pepsi Center
3/19 – Chicago, IL – Allstate Arena
3/20 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum
3/21 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena