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"Members Only" Packs Dukes & Boots

Ken Dillon — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:08:08 +0000

Friday night proved to be a VERY fun night for ’80s Retro fans that packed Dukes & Boots for another appearance from the ’80s tribute band “Member’s Only.” Ticket receipts show over 700 people packed the club from 6 p.m. until the end of the show at 1 a.m. Saturday morning. Early reservations had already nearly [...]

Kid Rock Admits to Scalping His Own Tickets

Christina Vinson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:00:05 +0000

Although Kid Rock is now offering an affordable summer concert option with his $20 Best Night Ever Tour, he recently admitted to participating in scalping his own tickets in order to make a bigger profit. The rocker-turned-country artist explained to CNN’s Piers Morgan that it’s not an uncommon practice in today’s entertainment industry. He says, “I’m going [...]

Chris Young Says New Album Will Better Reflect His Live Show

Billy Dukes — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:24:21 +0000

As the fourth single from 'Neon' nears the top of the charts, Chris Young is preparing to release new music. The singer tells Taste of Country that his next album is finished and the focus is on tempo. Fans can expect a faster paced-record than his previous three, one that better reflects his live show.

Willie Nelson Using Birthday Concert to Benefit West, Texas Victims

Christina Vinson — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:00:12 +0000

There are many country music artists who are reeling from the recent tragic explosion in West, Texas at the West Fertilizer Co. It hits especially close to home for the iconic Willie Nelson, as the accident happened in a town six miles south of his hometown of Abbott, Texas. The legend taking action and turning his 80th birthday celebration into a benefit concert for the West Volunteer Fire Department.

Pollstar.com Lists Foreigner as Playing at the 2013 Missouri State Fair

Ken Dillon — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 06:00:39 +0000

Online concert listing site Pollstar is showing that legendary ’80s band Foreigner as playing at the Missouri State Fairgrounds Grandstands on Friday, Aug. 9. While four of the acts that are slated to take the stage at the Pepsi Grandstand at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia have been announced by Missouri State Fair officials [...]

Jason Aldean Invites Ludacris to Join Him Onstage at Sold Out Georgia Show

Christina Vinson — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:00:25 +0000

Jason Aldean had a night to remember at the first-ever concert at University of Georgia’s Sanford Stadium, which is one of the biggest outdoor stages in the nation. It was certainly his kind of party, which involved headlining, tailgating, and performing with Grammy-winning rapper Ludacris. While it may not have been a terribly surprising live collaboration, [...]

Marshall Philharmonic Performing with Kansas City Symphony at Free Concert

Behka — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:00:52 +0000

The Marshall Philharmonic has been around for 50 years. They're celebrating this with a collaboration with the Kansas City Symphony on Wednesday, April 10 at the Harold L. Lickey Auditorium of the Bueker Middle School, starting at 7:00 p.m. The KC Symphony rarely travels, so this is a big deal that they're coming to Marshall. And it's a big deal that the Marshall Philharmonic has gone 50 years now, making excellent music year after year.

Taylor Swift Brings 7-Year-Old Sick Fan Onstage at Charlotte Show

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 03:37:38 +0000

Taylor Swift is all about her fans, but she went above and beyond to make one especially deserving fan's dream come true. At the Charlotte, N.C. stop of her Red Tour on Friday night (March 22), the singer brought a sick 7-year-old girl named Emma Routh onstage with her. It meant so much to her that Emma's family cannot stop gushing about what a heartwarming gesture the country superstar made on her behalf.

Billy Ray Cyrus, Don McLean and Cyndi Lauper Sign on for George Jones' Farewell Concert

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:00:40 +0000

The legendary George Jones may be retiring, but not before staging what's shaping up to be one of the most impressive farewell concerts in country music history. The 81-year-old entertainer will be joined by a huge roster of celebrity guests at his final concert, and he's just added Billy Ray Cyrus, 'American Pie' singer Don McLean and (somewhat improbably) pop star Cyndi Lauper to the roster.

Jason Aldean Ticket Presale: Get Your Tickets Early to the Columbia Show

Sam Schleicher — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 14:00:51 +0000

If you're planning on seeing Jason Aldean at Mizzou Area in Columbia on his 2013 Night Train Tour with Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett, today is the day to get those tickets. Live Nation is offering you the chance to get your tickets early to the April 26 concert with an exclusive presale on Feb. 28 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.