Brantley Gilbert Set To Get Fired Up This Winter With His 2020 Fire’t Up Tour

Just a few short weeks before the much-anticipated Oct. 4 release of his fifth studio album Fire & Brimstone via The Valory Music Co., Brantley Gilbert, billed as an artist who “never fails to deliver” by American Songwriter, is already looking for opportunities to bring the music to his faithful BG Nation with a brand new 2020 tour. Fire’t Up Tour, aptly named after track one on his upcoming 15-song album (all written/co-written by Gilbert), will kick off Jan. 23 in London, Ontario and hit 34 cities across the country and Canada, before concluding May 8 in Colorado. “Fire’t Up” from forthcoming Fire & Brimstone available HERE.

Gilbert – who identifies as a songwriter first – has invited fellow singer/songwriters to join as tour special guests: Chase Rice who The New York Times praises for his “prime power country” style, known for hits “Eyes On You” and “Lonely If You Are”; Louisiana-native, country singer/songwriter Dylan Scott, whose hits include “My Girl” and “Hooked,” and current single, “Nothing To Do Town”; and a man Rolling Stone calls “a country-rock version of Bruce Springsteen” after last year’s opening slot on Kenny Chesney’s Trip Around The Sun Tour, EMI recording artist Brandon Lay.

“I truly feel like we’re at the point that we can let the music take us where it is meant to go, so with every new album we like to change up our show and make it something that plays to those stories and characters,” shares Gilbert. “We’ll of course still do the hits our fans love, but we are looking at this as an opportunity to turn up the heat a bit and give the songs on Fire & Brimstone a chance to really rock.”

Gilbert’s fifth studio album set for release on Oct. 4 features a series of powerhouse collaborations with some of country music’s finest artists such as Lindsay Ell, Willie Nelson, Alison Krauss, Jamey Johnson, Lukas Nelson and Colt Ford.

Shortly after the album’s October release, Gilbert will set sail for his Second Annual Kick It in the Ship cruise. He will be joined by Rice, LANCO, Diamond Rio, Tyler Farr, Danielle Bradbery, Jon Langston, Colt Ford, Tyler Rich, SixForty1, Trea Landon, Sam Grow, Tyler Braden, Brian Davis, Tyler Booth and more as they rock the high-seas from Miami to Cozumel this November.

2020 “Fire’t Up Tour” dates are as follows:
Thu    1/23/2020                 London, ON                      Budweiser Gardens
Fri      1/24/2020                 Oshawa, ON                     Tribute Communities Centre
Sat     1/25/2020                 Mashantucket, Conn.        Foxwoods Resort
Thu    1/30/2020                 Moline, Ill.                          TaxSlayer Center
Fri      1/31/2020                 Highland Heights, Ky.         BB&T Arena
Sat     2/1/2020                   Salem, Va.                          Salem Civic Center
Thu    2/6/2020                   Green Bay, Wis.                  Resch Center
Fri      2/7/2020                   Minneapolis, Minn.              Target Center
Sat     2/8/2020                   Milwaukee, Wis.                   Fiserv Forum
Thu    2/13/2020                 Greensboro, N.C.                 Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Fri      2/14/2020                  Louisville, Ky.                       KFC Yum! Center
Sat     2/15/2020                  Chattanooga, Tenn.             McKenzie Arena at UTC
Thu    2/20/2020                  Evansville, Ind.                     The Ford Center
Fri      2/21/2020                  North Little Rock, Ark.          Verizon Arena
Sat    2/22/2020                  Tulsa, Okla.                           BOK Center
Thu   2/27/2020                  Toledo, Ohio                          Huntington Center
Fri      2/28/2020                  Youngstown, Ohio                Covelli Centre
Sat    2/29/2020                  Pikeville, Ky.                          Appalachian Wireless Arena
Thu    3/19/2020                  Nampa, Idaho                    Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater
Fri      3/20/2020                  Portland, Ore.                       Moda Center
Sat     3/21/2020                  Tacoma, Wash.                     Tacoma Dome
Thu    3/26/2020                    Ontario, Calif.                       Citizens Business Bank Arena
Fri      3/27/2020                    Fresno, Calif.                        Save Mart Center
Sat     3/28/2020                    Las Vegas, Nev.                The Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan
Thu    4/16/2020                    Greenville, S.C.^                    Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Fri      4/17/2020                    Tuscaloosa, Ala.^                  Tuscaloosa Amphitheater
Sat     4/18/2020                    Orange Beach, Ala.^              The Wharf Amphitheater
Thu    4/23/2020                    Florence, S.C.^                       Florence Civic Center
Fri      4/24/2020                    Charleston, W. Va.^                Charleston Civic Center
Sat     4/25/2020                    Knoxville, Tenn.^                    Knoxville Coliseum
Thu    4/30/2020                    Lincoln, Neb.  ^                       Pinnacle Bank Arena
Fri      5/1/2020                      Sioux Falls, S.D.^           Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
Sat     5/2/2020                      Grand Forks, N.D.^                 Alerus Center
Fri      5/8/2020                      Morrison, Colo.^                      Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Features opener Chase Rice (^): All other dates feature Dylan Scott          

Fire & Brimstone Track Listing:
1. “Fire’t Up” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Brandon Day, Justin Weaver)
2. “Not Like Us” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Rhett Akins, Brock Berryhill, Amy Wadge)
3. “Welcome To Hazeville” (featuring Colt Ford, Lukas Nelson and Willie Nelson) (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Rodney Clawson, Andrew DeRoberts, Colt Ford)
4. “What Happens In A Small Town” (featuring Lindsay Ell) (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Rhett Akins, Brock Berryhill, Josh Dunne)
5. “She Ain’t Home” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Brian Davis, Justin Weaver)
6. “Lost Soul’s Prayer” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Andrew DeRoberts)
7. “Tough Town” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Blake Chaffin, Andrew DeRoberts, Josh Phillips)
8. “Fire & Brimstone” (featuring Jamey Johnson and Alison Krauss) (Written by Brantley Gilbert)
9. “Laid Back Ride” (Written by Brantley Gilbert)
10. “Bad Boy” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Andrew DeRoberts, Josh Phillips)
11. “New Money” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Rhett Akins, Brock Berryhill, Brandon Day)
12. “Breaks Down” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Jaida Dreyer, Josh Mirenda, Justin Weaver)
13. “Man Of Steel” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Cole Taylor)
14. “Never Gonna Be Alone” (Written by Brantley Gilbert, Brock Berryhill, Erik Dylan)
15. “Man That Hung The Moon” (Written by Brantley Gilbert)

CMR Exclusive: Getting To Know Artist on the Rise Brett Kissel

Warner Canada Recording Artist Brett Kissel has released his first U.S. single, “Drink About Me.” The catchy new track serves as a solid introduction to Kissel here in the states, and he’s paired it with a picturesque music video staring ABC’s The Bachelorette Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick.

Kissel, a mutli-award winning and widely popular artist in Canada, is introducting brand new music. “Drink About Me” serves as the lead release from his forthcoming 8-track album, Now or Never, which is set for release on January 1, 2020. What a way to kick off the new year ahead!

We caught up with Brett Kissel to chat about his brand new single, new music video and so much more. Get to know the artist on the rise, and check out our exclusive interview.

CountryMusicRocks (CMR): You have released your brand new single, “Drink About Me.“ Give us a little background & tell us about this new track.

Brett Kissel: Well, Drink About Me is a song that is completely captivating – it captures what is so fundamental to the genre of country music, and that is evoking emotion.  The song is about being in love, and takes you on a journey that is so relatable to both the magical times that two people share together in a relationship…the unbridled passion… but also to a place where we’ve all been, where you miss someone so badly that it hurts. Through the song, we’re able to explore both feelings. Really, it’s a modern twist on a classic tale — and to me, brings to life the real magic and power of country music.

CMR: In addition to the new single, you also unveiled the music video for “Drink About Me,” which was filmed in The Bahamas. What was one of your favorite moments filming the video?

Brett Kissel: We shot the video down in South Andros Island in The Bahamas (luckily our location was not affected by Hurricane Dorian, although sadly, so many other spots have been destroyed) But our location was one of the most beautiful places on Earth with two of the most beautiful people on Earth, our friends Kaitlyn Bristowe who of course was ‘The Bachelorette’ and Jason Tartick who was the favorite cast member on ‘The Bachelorette.’  They are an amazing couple, so being able to work with them was so special in that their chemistry, passion, and ability to take you through the story and emotions within the song was so real.  Aside from being visually stunning, the video brings to life the highs and lows of love and relationships – and yearning for someone… drinking about someone.  It’s very powerful, but also has a light and romantic side to it. I’m proud that this story is so relatable and I hope that people have as much fun watching it as we did making it!

CMR: In  2017 you opened up for Garth Brooks for 16 dates. Earlier this month, you opened up for Garth – again. What was that like for you to be asked again to open up for Garth Brooks?

Brett Kissel: Almost like, ‘Pinch me…is this real life?’  I mean, Garth is my idol, and without question the greatest entertainer in the world, so anytime you’re asked to be a part of a Garth Brooks show…it’s surreal. I’m so honored and grateful to have been asked and to have the opportunity to get to know Garth, get to know Miss. Yearwood and to learn from the Master… it’s… well… you can’t beat it.

CMR: While you didn’t get to perform your set due to weather, Garth did personally invite you join him on stage for his ever popular “Friends In Low Places.” What did you take away from that experience, performing with Garth Brooks?

Brett Kissel: Truly a moment I’ll never forget….ever!  Of course you’re disappointed when you know that the weather has rained on your parade – literally, but it happens, right?  When Garth walked into my dressing room and asked if I wanted to join him for ‘Friends in Low Places,’ I mean… it was like hitting the jackpot!  I said it onstage, “It’s the greatest country song in the world, sung by the greatest entertainer who ever walked the face of the planet!” The crowd went wild. What I’ll remember most are two things – the energy from that crowd and on that stage was incomparable, and the kindness of the gesture from Garth and his team to give me that opportunity — it was truly special and unforgettable

CMR: You have spent a significant part of this year out on the road. How do you balance life on the road and life away from your home and family?

Brett Kissel: It’s certainly challenging at times, especially having three young children at home and missing my beautiful wife Cecilia every day that we’re not able to be together…that’s the hardest part about my career, quite honestly.  But, we’ve been lucky enough to travel together for large parts of our tours, and to have them with me and share so many cool experiences on the road together when we can. Over the last few years my daughters have learned to walk on our bus. Talk on our bus. Our baby Boy, Leo, will likely learn to do those things on the bus too. It’s a unique life. But it’s a great life. I wouldn’t trade our family experiences for anything in the world.

CMR: Hailing from Alberta Canada, and signed with Warner Music Canada, you are a well-known, multi-award-winning country music artist, and have received several awards throughout your career so far. For those not yet familiar with you, what is one thing that you would like to convey to fans about you & your music?

Brett Kissel: I like to think that my music relates to real life… and when people hear my songs or see me play live, they can attach a memory, or an experience to it, and that it makes them smile, or inspires them to keep on going in tough times. In many ways I want my music to add something to their lives and their stories, and when they’re able to see me play live I want to create new memories (hopefully of a kick-ass time they’ll never forget!)

CMR: You have had multiple stand-out moments in your career already, and as you know, those moments happen so quickly. If you could go back and relive one of those exciting moments from your career, which one would it be?

Brett Kissel: I don’t care if this sounds cliché… But I would relive the performance with Garth a million times if I could. I genuinely believe that I experienced what “Cloud 9” actually feels like. It’s on a giant, steel stage, in the center of a football stadium, standing next to Garth, singing ‘Friends in Low Places’.

CMR: Music, especially country music, leaves such a strong impact on our lives. What is one song that has made an impact on you, and whenever it comes on, it still resonates with you?

Brett Kissel: I love this genre so much. So, there’s many songs that get me right in the feels. Whether it’s a sad/emotional song, or an epic party anthem, country music has always, and will always resonate with me in a big way.
It’s the song “Galveston” by Glen Campbell that gets me every time. Sure, it may be an unexpected or odd choice, but it’s the lyrics and the melody that transplant me to the 1960’s in the heart of America, as people were discovering their voices and learning to stand up for what they believed in.
The song wasn’t written or meant necessarily to be a protest song for the Vietnam War, but it became an anthem for that period of time. The symphony in the song was remarkable; the lyrics were poignant and powerful; and Glen’s vocals were perfect.
If I could live in the 60’s I would, and I would sing this song at the top of my lungs driving in my 1960’s car – blasting it on my AM radio.

We are thrilled for Brett Kissel’s journey ahead. Pre-Order his new album, Now Or Never, by clicking here and start enjoying “Drink About Me” right away.

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

Carly Pearce Enlists Lee Brice For Duet Track On Her Sophomore Album

CMA Awards New Artist of the Year nominee Carly Pearce trades soaring vocals with GRAMMY Awards Song of the Year nominee Lee Brice on their new single “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” Their honey-soaked, whiskey-drenched pairing is out September 27 on Big Machine Records.

Carly and Lee surprised fans earlier today, both teasing their unexpected duet for fans during Facebook Live chats. Carly co-penned “I Hope You’re Happy Now” alongside Luke Combs, Jonathan Singleton and Randy Montana before recording with frequent collaborator and esteemed producer busbee.
 
“I am so excited to share such a personal part of my story with one of the best male vocalists in our format,” expressed Carly. “Lee has the kind of gruff yet vulnerable quality to his sound that I envisioned for this duet and am grateful he agreed to join me. This song is raw and real, truly something I think many people around the world will relate to.”
 
“It was an absolute pleasure working with Carly on this track,” said Lee. “She has such a beautiful and powerful voice and definitely has a huge career ahead of her. Hope everyone loves this song as much as we did recording it!”
 
The bold offering follows “Closer To You” and showcases another sound from Carly’s anticipated sophomore album, slated for 2020. Lighting a fire with her debut album EVERY LITTLE THING, the No. 1 GOLD-certified title track designated Carly as the highest charting solo female debut since July 2015, joining an elite group of only three women to accomplish this feat the last decade. Her blockbuster ballad steered a chart-topping trifecta on SiriusXM’s The Highway that also includes “If My Name Was Whiskey” and “Hide The Wine.”
 
Carly is currently on the road with Jason Aldean’s RIDE ALL NIGHT TOUR, which continues this weekend with stops in Charlotte, NC (9/12), Raleigh, NC (9/13) and Burgettstown, PA (9/14). For a full list of dates and more, visit CarlyPearce.com and follow along at Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Kip Moore Shows Off His Playful Side In “She’s Mine” Music Video

Multi-PLATINUM singer/songwriter Kip Moore dropped the official music video for his new single “She’s Mine,” today on VEVO, available to watch here. The song that has been praised by Billboard as a “pulsing” track that “leans on the heartland rock influences that earned him [Moore] frequent comparisons to Bruce Springsteen” compliments the new video that shows a more lighthearted side of Moore while searching for love.

Directed by PJ Brown, the video for “She’s Mine” has Moore cutting up with a wide cast of potential love interests, as he navigates the search for the one throughout the “high octane looking-for-love song” (Tennessean).

“She’s Mine” is the first taken from Moore’s upcoming fourth studio album and was one of the most-added singles at country radio upon its debut.

“Filming the video for this single is some of the most fun I’ve had shooting a music video in a long time,” shared Moore. “We just got to let loose and riff-off of the incredible cast we were working with. I can’t wait for the fans to see it.”

Moore just returned from his second noteworthy headlining stint in The U.K. this year where he was praised as “without a doubt the best live performer on the Country circuit right now” (Entertainment Focus). Moore is currently gearing up to continue his “wildly successful” (Chicago Tribune) ROOM TO SPARE: ACOUSTIC TOUR for a third leg this fall, following two previously sold-out runs meeting capacity crowds at every stop in the U.S., Canada and The U.K.. The anticipated run will kick off in Grand Rapids, MI on 10/10 and Moore has invited special guests Tucker Beathard, Devin Dawson and Kylie Morgan along for select dates. For a full list of tour dates, visit kipmoore.net.

Craig Morgan Releases Emotional New Track In Memory Of His Son

Craig Morgan has released his first new music in over three years, sharing “The Father, My Son, And The Holy Ghost” written in memory of his son, Jerry.

In the mornings I wake up, give her a kiss, head to the kitchen
Pour a cup of wake me up and try to rouse up some ambition
Go outside, sit by myself but I ain’t alone
I’ve got the Father my son and the Holy Ghost

Written, produced and released solely by Craig, the intimate and emotional song relates the grief, faith and hope he and his family have shared in the three years since Jerry’s passing.

“As difficult as this song was to write and as difficult as it is to sing, it gives me strength in my faith in God,” shared Craig. “My hope is it does the same for others.”

Watch an emotional performance from Craig during a recent appearance at the Grand Ole Opry where he received a standing ovation in response to the song.

Stream and download “The Father, My Son, And The Holy Ghost” now at bit.ly/TheFatherMySonandtheHolyGhost and watch Craig’s interview and a live performance of the song from his Fox & Friends “All American Summer Concert Series” (FOX News) appearance.