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Garth Brooks Cancels Remainder Of 2021 Stadium Tour

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There’s some bad news for Garth Brooks fans. The singer just announced that he’s canceling the rest of his 2021 Stadium Tour dates due to the spike in COVID cases across the country.

“In July, I sincerely thought the pandemic was falling behind us,” Garth shared. “Now, watching this new wave, I realize we are still in the fight and I must do my part.”

In total Garth has canceled five shows in Cincinnati, Ohio, Charlotte, North Carolina, Baltimore, Maryland, Foxborough, Massachusetts and Nashville, Tennessee (that original show was rained out last month), and since they are canceled and not postponed, ticketholders will automatically receive refunds.

Garth added that he was making the announcement with a “heavy heart,” but added he also had a “hopeful heart,” noting, “we will reschedule and start over when this wave seems to be behind us.”

Source: Garth Brooks

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1972, Elvis Presley’s “Burnin’ Love” debuted on the charts. It was “the King’s” final top 10 hit, and his final gold single. In 1992, Travis Tritt recorded “Burnin’ Love” for the “Honeymoon In Vegas” film soundtrack.
  • Today in 1978, Crystal Gayle topped the charts with the single, “Talking in Your Sleep.”
  • Today in 1986, John Schneider’s single, “You’re the Last Thing I Needed Tonight,” topped the country charts.
  • Today in 1994, the Tractors debuted on the country charts with “Baby Likes to Rock It.”
  • Today in 1997, Lonestar’s Dean Sams and his wife, Kim, welcomed their first child, daughter Britney Deann.
  • Today in 1998, Vince Gill’s album, “The Key,” debuted at the top of the country album chart.
  • Today in 1999, Dwight Yoakam earns a double-platinum album, with “Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc.”
  • Today in 2003, two members of Kenny Chesney’s video crew and a helicopter pilot escaped serious injury when the helicopter crashed while shooting footage for the video to “There Goes My Life.”
  • Today in 2003, Dierks Bentley’s self-titled debut album was released.
  • Today in 2014, Sam Hunt made his Grand Ole Opry debut with a performance of “Leave The Night On” and “Take Your Time.”

More Music Festivals Requiring Vaccinations Or COVID Tests For Entry

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Several music festivals have announced new health protocols when it comes to COVID -19, and now New York’s Governor’s Ball, Tennessee’s Pilgrimage Festival and California’s Ohana Festival have annouced theirs.

All three festivals will require attendees to show proof of a full COVID vaccine, or show proof a negative COVID test. Governor’s Ball’s test must be 72 hours prior to the festival, while Pilgrimage is requiring a test 48 hours before entering, and Ohana is requiring test results obtained within 72 hours of attending each day of the event.

  • Governor’s Ball takes place September 24th to 26th at Citi Field in Queens, with a line-up that includes Billie Eilish, A$AP Rocky, Post Malone and more.
  • Pilgrimage takes place September 24th and 25th in Franklin, Tennessee, featuring Dave Matthews Band, The Black Keys, Maren Morris and more.
  • And the Ohana Festival takes place over two weekends,  September 24th to 26th and October 1st and 2nd, with Kings of Leon, Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam headlining the first weekend, and Pearl Jam headlining both nights of weekend two.

 

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1981, the “Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ album by Willie Nelson was certified platinum.
  • Today in 1971, “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver was certified gold.
  • Today in 1979, Mel Tillis was #1 on the country singles charts with “Coca Cola Cowboy.”
  • Today in 1979, Carlene Carter of the Nashville Carter family and Johnny Cash’s stepdaughter married rocker Nick Lowe. They have since divorced.
  • Today in 1992, Travis Tritt’s “T-r-o-u-b-l-e” album was released.
  • Today in 1992, “This Is Garth Brooks” video was certified gold, platinum and quadruple platinum simultaneously.
  • Today in 1994, “The Real Patsy Cline” video was certified platinum.
  • Today in 1995, Jeff Carson hit the top of the singles charts with “Not On Your Love.”
  • Today in 1997, Joe Diffie joined Tower Records and America Online for the first “virtual in-store.” Joe chatted and held a “virtual autograph session” during which fans received a virtual autograph via Joe’s electronic writing pad.
  • Today in 2001, the “Girls’ Night Out” tour, featuring Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Sara Evans, Jamie O’Neal and Carolyn Dawn Johnson, wrapped up in Louisville, Kentucky
  • Today in 2003, Toby Keith’s “I Love This Bar” was released.
  • Today in 2004, Big & Rich’s debut album, “Horse Of A Different Color,” was certified platinum.
  • Today in 2006, Kenny Chesney performed at the BJCC Arena in Birmingham, Alabama. Randy Owen, lead singer of the band Alabama, attended the show–the first time he’s ever seen a concert as a ticket-holder.
  • Today in 2012, Highway 101 drummer (and husband to Wynonna) Cactus Moser was injured when his motorcycle collided with an oncoming car near Hill City, South Dakota. His left leg was amputated as a result of the collision – Wy immediately cancelled her tour to be with him.
  • Today in 2014, Blake Shelton’s single, “Neon Light,” hit the airwaves.

Jason Aldean & Dierks Bentley To Be Battle Round Mentors On ‘The Voice’

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The new season of “The Voice” is only weeks away, and the coaches have just revealed the stars they’ve enlisted to be their battle round mentors.

Kelly Clarkson is bringing on Jason Aldean to mentor her team, and the pair is already having a little fun at the expense of fellow country star Blake Shelton. “I don’t even like that guy,” Jason joked to “Entertainment Tonight,” with Kelly adding, “Yeah, we don’t even like Blake,” adding with a laugh, “I can’t even say that without smiling.” Jason also offered, “He’s a good BS-er,” noting, “That’s why his initials are B.S.”

  • Meanwhile, Blake has landed fellow country star Dierks Bentley as his team’s mentor. “The reason we make a good paring,” Blake tells Access Hollywood, “Dierks knows when to hold ‘em and I know when to fold ‘em.” Dierks adds, “I do, I hold ‘em up. I give them the positive advice…and then he comes along with the critical advice.”
  • But while they work well together, Dierks stops short of calling Blake a friend, joking, “We’ll see if he gives me his phone number, I wasn’t invited to the wedding,” referring to Blake’s nuptials to Gwen Stefani, to which Blake replied, “yes you were, it’s on it’s way.”
  • As for the other judges, John Legend has enlisted Camila Cabello as his mentor, while new judge Ariana Grande is bringing along Kristin Chenoweth. Season 21 of “The Voice” premieres September 20th on NBC.

Source: Entertainment Tonight

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1976, the “Spirit” album by John Denver was certified gold.
  • Today in 1977, the day after Elvis Presley’s death, President Jimmy Carter issued the following statement, “Elvis Presley’s death deprives our country of a part of itself. He was unique and irreplaceable. More than twenty years ago, he burst upon the scene with an impact that was unprecedented and will probably never be equaled. His music and his personality, fusing the styles of white country and black rhythm and blues, permanently changed the face of American popular culture. His following was immense and he was a symbol to people the world over, of the vitality, rebelliousness and good humor of his country.”
  • Today in 1992, Brooks & Dunn’s “Brand New Man” album was certified platinum. It has since been certified for sales of 5-million.
  • Today in 1993, a U.S. postal stamp honoring the late Patsy Cline was unveiled in Boston.
  • Today in 1994, Vince Gill’s “When Love Finds You” album was certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
  • Today in 1994, David Ball’s debut album, “Thinkin’ Problem,” was certified gold.
  • Today in 2000, Lee Ann Womack made her second, appearance on NBC-TV’s “Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” She had just made her debut on the show June 6th, 2000.
  • Today in 2001, Tim McGraw performed on NBC’s “Today” show as part of their “Summer Concert Series” and drew nearly 4,000 fans into Rockefeller Plaza. According to “Today” show sources, this is among the largest crowds they have ever seen as part of their live concert performances. He entertained the masses with three songs – “Angel Boy,” “Things Change” and “Grown Men Don’t Cry” – from his album, “Set This Circus Down.”
  • Today in 2003, LeAnn Rimes sang the national anthem before the NASCAR Winston Cup Series GFSMarketplace 400 at Michigan International Speedway.
  • Today in 2003, it was announced that the Dixie Chicks were the top grossing country tour of the year just as they wrapped up the North American leg of their hugely successful “Top of the World Tour.” In three months, the Chicks played to over 1-million people and pulled in $61-million in ticket sales. The “Top of the World Tour” kicked off on May 1st in Greenville, South Carolina and continued for a total of 63 performances, with an average attendance of 15,753 grossing roughly $976,000 paid attendance for each show. On top of that, 57 of the dates were complete sellouts.
  • Today in 2006, Jason Aldean’s “Amarillo Sky” video had its world premiere on CMT.
  • Today in 2009, Brad Paisley’s “Welcome To The Future” video debuted on CMT.
  • Today in 2012, Florida Georgia Line performed “Cruise” in their Grand Ole Opry debut.
  • Today in 2012, the “Teachers Rock” special aired on CBS-TV. Among the performances, Garth Brooks’ live rendition of “The River,” as well as music by Dierks Bentley, Carrie Underwood, Morgan Freeman and the pop group fun.
  • Today in 2017, Willie Nelson’s concert at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles included a surprise guest: Kris Kristofferson and opening act Kacey Musgraves. They joined Willie for a gospel medley of “Will The Circle Be Unbroken,” “I’ll Fly Away” and “I Saw The Light.”
  • Today in 2017, Keith Urban’s single, “The Fighter,” which features Carrie Underwood, was certified gold and platinum by the RIAA. The same day, Eric Church scored a double-platinum single from the RIAA for “Drink In My Hand,” as well as a platinum award for “Record Year.” He also nabbed gold singles for “Mr. Misunderstood” and his Rhiannon Giddens collabo, “Kill A Word.”

Tim McGraw Debuts New Video Starring Daughter Audrey

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Tim McGraw just debuted the video for his latest single “7500 OBO,” and it’s a family affair with his 19-year-old daughter Audrey starring in the clip.

The song follows a man trying to sell his truck because it reminds him of a lost love, but the clip follows Audrey as a teen heartbroken over a love that moves away. The video even involves a kissing scene for Audrey, which wasn’t easy on her dad.

“I’m not calling that a make out scene. That’s just a nice little peck on the cheek after a date,” Tim shared. “I tried to yell ‘cut’ but I didn’t get there quick enough. I’m not gonna beat him up. I guess I’ll let him slide on this one. It’s not easy for a dad to watch.” Check out the video below.

Source: Tim McGraw

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1969, Merle Haggard’s blue-collar anthem “Workin’ Man Blues” went to #1 on the Billboard country singles chart
  • Today in 1977, Elvis Presley died in his bathroom at Graceland Mansion in Memphis. The most significant pop artist of the 20th century, the beginning and end of his career are grounded in country. He entered the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1998
  • Today in 1980, Alabama registered its first #1 single in Billboard with “Tennessee River”
  • Today in 2000, Mary Chapin Carpenter sang “Why Walk When You Can Fly” during the Democratic National Convention at the Staples Center in Los Angeles as the party nominated vice president Al Gore for president
  • Today in 2005, Brad Paisley’s “Time Well Wasted” album arrived in stores.
  • Today in 2012, Luke Bryan’s single, “Country Girl (Shake It For Me),” was certified double-platinum. The same day, Jana Kramer scored her first gold single, for “Why Ya Wanna.”
  • Today in 2015, Danielle Peck and husband Josh Smith welcomed their daughter, Ava Smith.
  • Today in 2016, Taylor Swift donated $1-million for Louisiana flood relief after high waters killed 11 people and damaged 40,000 homes.
  • Today in 2017, Midland earned their first gold single for “Drinkin’ Problem.”
  • Today in 2017, Johnny Cash’s children – including Rosanne and John Carter Cash – posted a note on social media saying they were “sickened” to discover a neo-Nazi wore a Cash T-shirt during a violent demonstration in Charlottesville, Virginia, that gained national attention. “Johnny Cash was a man whose heart beat with the rhythm of love and social justice,” they wrote, in part. “Our father…as a person, an icon, or symbol, is not you.”

Carrie Underwood Earns Two Dove Award Nominations

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Congratulations are in order for Carrie Underwood. The singer has been nominated for two Gospel Music Association Dove Awards for her album “My Savior.”

Carrie’s albums is nominated for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Album of the Year, plus “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” her duet with gospel superstar CeCe Winans, is up for Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year.

The Gospel Music Association Dove Awards take place October 19, 2021 at Lipscomb University’s Allen Arena in Nashville.

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1988, Willie Nelson became the first artist ever to have an album spend 10 years on the Billboard country chart as “Stardust” logs its 520th
  • Today in 1991, Brooks & Dunn’s album, “Brand New Man,” was released.
  • Today in 1996, the Statler Brothers’ Gospel Favorites album was certified gold.
  • Today in 1996, Ty Herndon released his second album, “Living In A Moment,” and Randy Travis released “Full Circle.”
  • Today in 2002, the Dixie Chicks held a private show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville for members of the country music industry. The concert was mostly a listening party, as they ran through all of the music from their new album, “Home,” in sequential order, start to finish.
  • Today in 2009, Toby Keith’s “American Ride” video debuted on CMT.com
  • Today in 2011, as Sugarland prepared to perform, a wind gust collapsed the stage at the Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis. Seven people eventually died and another 45 were treated for injuries.
  • Today in 2013, Luke Bryan’s album, “Crash My Party,” was released.
  • Today in 2016, Gwen Stefani’s show at the Gexa Energy Pavilion in Dallas included a surprise guest: her boo, Blake Shelton, who joined her on their song, “Go Ahead And Break My Heart.”
  • Today in 2016, Rascal Flatts reached 10-million concert tickets sold during their career when their “Rhythm And Roots Tour” landed in Hartford, Connecticut.
  • Today in 2016, Vince Gill celebrated 25 years as a Grand Ole Opry member. He was joined during his Opry performance by Patty Loveless, who joined him to sing “Go Rest High On That Mountain,” but they weren’t alone. Rodney Crowell turned up to duet on on “Oklahoma Borderline,” and a number of other acts – including The Time Jumpers, Ashley Monroe, Charlie Worsham and Bill Anderson – teamed up to cover his classic, “Liza Jane.”
  • Today in 2017, Lloyd Gentry Jr., the father of Montgomery Gentry’s Troy Gentry, died in Nicholasville, Kentucky. A few weeks later, Troy himself was killed in a helicopter crash en route to a show in New Jersey.
  • Today in 2017, the Wreckers reunited in Nashville during a Michelle Branch concert at Marathon Music Works. It marked the first time Branch and former musical partner Jessica Harp had seen each other in seven years.

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