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Keepin’ it Country Presents… Striking Matches!
We here at Keepin’ it Country are super excited to announce our next KEEPIN’ IT COUNTRY PRESENTS show featuring Striking Matches! This country music singer-songwriter duo has been taking over Nashville by storm, and have recently played at the Grand Ole Opry and have had two songs air on ABC’s hit series Nashville. They will be taking over our online acoustic stage on May 23rd at 8 pm EST, so make sure to get your tickets before its too late – this WILL sell out!
GET YOUR TICKETS AT: http://www.stageit.com/keepin_it_country_presents/striking_matches/23759.
KEEPIN’ IT COUNTRY PRESENTS is brought to you by keepinitcountryblog.com and stageit.com. Fans are able to chat and interact LIVE with our artists by chat room, and watch live performances from the comfort of their homes. Fans are able to request their favorite songs and tip the artists during the performance right from the site! Each show is a one-time-only event and pay-what-you-can, ensuring that country fans are able to discover the newest acts that they might not have been able to otherwise.
To buy tickets for the event, fans need to create an account at stageit.com and purchase the in-site currency known as NOTES. 10 notes are equal to $1 USD.
GET YOUR TICKETS AT: http://www.stageit.com/keepin_it_country_presents/striking_matches/23759.
Rascal Flatts & Journey add NJ Concert
Country superstar trio Rascal Flatts made headlines last month when they announced their Pennsylvania date with the legendary Journey. Due to popular demand of the once-in-a-lifetime show, the groups decided to add a second date in Atlantic City, New Jersey on August 4th at Boardwalk Hall.
Their first date together will be held on August 1st in Hershey, PA. The Voice winner Cassadee Pope will open both shows.
Tickets for their Atlantic City show will go-onsale through Ticketmaster this Friday, May 10th at 10 am EST.
Rascal Flatts and Journey first performed together on the 2012 CMT Music Awards when they closed the show with Journey’s megahit “Don’t Stop Believin’.” The two groups also participated in a special edition of the critically-acclaimed CMT Crossroads series during Super Bowl XLVII in 2013.
Alan Jackson reschedules PEI and Nova Scotia shows
Country music legend Alan Jackson has rescheduled two of his upcoming Canadian dates so he can attend the funeral of George Jones. The dates effected are his previously scheduled shows on Wednesday and Thursday night in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia. Both dates have been rescheduled, with his PEI date now on Monday, May 6th at Credit Union Place in Summerside; and his NS date now on May 7th at Centre 200 in Sydney. All tickets with the old dates will be accepted at the new dates next week.
For ticketholders who are unable to attend the rescheduled dates, you can contact the box office for details on how to get a refund. Credit Union Place – Summerside, PEI 902-432-1234 or Centre 200, Sydney, NS 902-563-5229.
Kacey Musgraves added to Bonnaroo lineup
Mercury Records’ rising newcomer Kacey Musgraves has just been added to a major festival. The singer-songwriter will represent country music at this year’s Bonnaroo Festival. She shares the stage with music heavyweights Paul McCartney, Mumford & Sons, The Lumineers, and country icon Dwight Yoakam. Bonnaroo takes place June 15th through to the 16th in Manchester, Tennessee. Are you planning on going?
It’s been a pretty big year for Kacey, who released her debut country album “Same Trailer, Different Park” which was a number one on its release. Her first radio single, “Merry Go ‘Round,” was certified gold a few weeks ago by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). She’s also performed on the Ellen Show, had songs featured on the hit television drama “Nashville,” and opened for some pretty big acts.
What music festivals are you planning on going to this year?
Toby Keith & Kid Rock added to Harley Davidson Concert
Looks like Harley Davidson’s 110th birthday celebration just got a whole more country. A few days after the motorcycle company added Brantley Gilbert and Shooter Jennings to their line-up, now country superstar Toby Keith and sometimes-country-sometimes-rock star Kid Rock will be joining the party too. The big Harley Davidson 110th Birthday celebration concert will take place over Labor Day Weekend on Thursday, August 29th until Sunday, September 1st in Milwaukee. Tickets are on-sale now, and start at $95.
Other major starts performing at the event include ZZ Top, Aerosmith, Joan Jett, & The Blackhearts, Blue Oyster Cult, Gaslight Anthem and more.
Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary Concerts Currently Announced:
Additional entertainment to be announced soon
Thursday, August 29
- Whiskey of the Damned
- Lynyrd Skynyrd (H.O.G. Members only)
- Elvin Bishop
- Blue Oyster Cult
- Dropkick Murphys
- The Doobie Brothers
- Joan Jett and the Blackhearts
- Lupe Fiasco
Friday, August, 30
- Gabriel Sanchez & The Prince Experience
- MAD MEX
- Jonathan Tyler and the Northern Lights
- ZZ Ward
- Shooter Jennings
- The Dirty Heads
- Foxy Shazam
- ZZ Top
- Gaslight Anthem
- Sublime with Rome
- Buckcherry
Saturday, August 31
- D.B. Bryant Band
- Moderatto
- The White Buffalo
- Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown
- The Whigs
- Halestorm
- Katey Sagal & The Forest Rangers
- Common
- Brantley Gilbert
Jason Aldean plays to over 60k fans!
ACM Male Vocalist of the Year Jason Aldean headlined the first ever concert at the University of Georgia’s Sanford Stadium for over 60K fans last night. The monumental country music event started early with Aldean’s fans taking tailgating to a new level, and when the Georgia native himself made a surprise appearance in the parking lot, hysteria ensued.
Aldean’s 90 minute set showcased hit after hit including “Hicktown,” “Big Green Tractor” and “My Kinda Party,” as well as his current single “1994,” on one of the biggest outdoor stages in the nation with high resolution video panels, pyrotechnics and a helicopter flyover. Luke Bryan jumped on stage to perform the reigning ACM Vocal Event of the Year “The Only Way I Know,” then the stadium erupted when GRAMMY award winner and fellow Georgia native Ludacris surprised the crowd by joining Aldean for “Dirt Road Anthem.” Current tour mates Thomas Rhett and Jake Owen were also on the bill.
The energy of last night’s crowd is something he’ll never forget, explains Aldean:
“Seeing everything come together the way it did tonight and feeling the energy of the crowd is something I will never forget. When my mom got here last night, we took a walk around the stadium, and it was really emotional for both of us. This place has always meant so much to me, but when I was a kid, we were flat broke and my mom couldn’t afford to buy tickets for us to go to a game. So I watched on TV and dreamed about one day seeing it in person. Tonight was beyond my wildest dreams…the whole thing has honestly shaken me a little bit…it’s has been a night I will never ever forget.”
The 2013 NIGHT TRAIN TOUR has sold out every show so far this year, and his next stadium stops include Boston’s Fenway Park (7/12 and 7/13) and Chicago’s Wrigley Field (7/20).
James Otto to play at Billy Dean’s Birthday Bash
Country music star James Otto will be on hand to celebrate a pretty special birthday for a fellow artist. He’s been asked by Billy Dean to perform at his annual Birthday Bash held on the Dean Acres. The best part? The event is open to fans who purchase tickets in advance! Billy’s Birthday Bash will be held on April 27th at 5 pm just outside Nashville in Liberty, Tennessee.
To celebrate his 51st birthday, Billy will once again open the Dean Acres to country fans. It’s become an annual event since 2011, which has sold-out every year since. Dean Acres recently went under renovations with their 100-year old barn for a stage that can fit up to 200 fans.
Ticket holders will be treated to a special Brunch with the Dean family the morning after the party back on the farm. You can’t get more country than that. Tickets are on-sale now at deanacres.com.
What’s the most unique event you’ve ever been to for a country concert?
Rascal Flatts to co-headline concert with Journey
Woah! Rascal Flatts will co-headline a one-night-only concert with music legend Journey in PA this August! The show, which will be held in Hershey’s Hersheypark Stadium on August 1st, will feature The Voice winner Cassadee Pope and hot country sibling trio The Band Perry as special guests.
Rascal Flatts and Journey first performed together on the 2012 CMT Music Awards when they closed the show with the megahit “Don’t Stop Believin’” and the bands also participated in the critically-acclaimed CMT Crossroads series during Super Bowl XLVII.
Rascal Flatts’ lead singer Gary LeVox shares his excitement for this special concert:
“We had a blast performing with Journey! Our respect for them as musicians deepened through the television shows we did together that talk soon lead to wanting to do more. We are very excited about this concert.”
Journey’s Neal Schon is just as excited to be teaming up with one of country’s top bands of all time. He said:
“Our most recent performances with Rascal Flatts were awesome. They’re great guys and great musicians, and we’re looking forward to this show.”
Rascal Flatts are the best-selling country vocal group of the past decade and with the #1 debut of their latest album, CHANGED, they have the distinction of being one of only four acts to have seven consecutive studio albums debut in the top spot on the Billboard Country Albums chart during the Soundscan era. Since their musical debut in 2000, the band has sold over 21 million albums, 25 million digital downloads and delivered 14 #1 singles to the top of the charts. Rascal Flatts is also the most awarded Country group of the past decade, earning over 40 trophies from the ACAs, ACMs, AMAs, CMAs, People’s Choice Awards and more.
Since its formation in 1973 in San Francisco, Journey has earned 19 Top 40 singles and 25 gold and platinum albums. The band’s Greatest Hits album is certified 15 times platinum, bringing Journey into the elite club of Diamond-certified album holders. Journey was awarded the prestigious “Legend of Live Award” at the 2011 Billboard Touring Awards in honors of the band’ssignificant and lasting contributions to live music and the touring business, and in acknowledgement of their commitment to the fans and the art of performing live. 2011 also marked the 30th anniversary of the band’s seminal anthem, Don’t Stop Believin’, which was honored as the top-selling digital classic rock song in history by Nielsen SoundScan. The group received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2005.
Livenation will be the promoter for the concert. We can’t wait! Are you excited for this special once-in-a-lifetime concert?
CMA Songwriters Series returns to NYC
The Country Music Association Songwriter Series will be returning to New York City! The event, which will feature Phil Vassar, will hit Joe’s Pub on May 7th and May 8th. The two-night intimate concert series will also feature Shane McAnally, Brandy Clark; with Bob DiPiero serving as host.
Phil Vassar is pretty excited about the unique event, sharing:
“Songs should evoke something, whether it makes you happy and puts you in a good mood, or makes you cry and feel desperation- you know, whether you’re going through a marriage, or a divorce, or you’re in love, or you hate somebody, or whatever it is- songs should evoke something.”
Tickets are now available for the CMA Songwriters Series in New York City at joespub.com or CMASongwritersSeries.com. Will you be going? Who do you think is the best songwriter right now in country music?
Kenny Chesney to perform in NYC for Sirius/XM
Blue Chair/Columbia Nashville superstar Kenny Chesney will be performing a private show for Sirius/XM radio listeners in New York City. The concert, which will take place at the Highline Ballroom, is invitation-only, on May 1st, however the show will be broadcast live on Sirius/XM’s Highway 59 on Saturday, May 4th at 8 pm EST.
It’s a pretty big show for the company, who shares:
“As part of our unmatched offering of Country music, Kenny Chesney will give our subscribers a special performance,” said SIRIUSXM President/Chief Content Officer, Scott Greenstein. “Kenny is often playing stadiums and arenas, but for SIRIUSXM he’ll be doing a special intimate performance for a few hundred lucky subscribers who can see him perform live at the Highline Ballroom. Our national audience of subscribers will be able to hear the concert on SIRIUSXM, an unwavering supporter of all kinds of Country music. This special concert is another example of what we like to bring our listeners: the best Country music they can’t find anywhere else.”
SIRIUSXM subscribers will have the opportunity to win tickets to the event through an online contest, starting today. For info and rules visit siriusxm.com/thehighway. You can also win your way to the show by following The Highway’s Twitter account – @SXMTheHighway. Good luck!
