More performers have been announced for this year’s CMT Music Awards. Darius Rucker will be joined by The Black Crowes for a collaboration of the band’s hit, “She Talks To Angels.” The two acts will film an episode of CMT Crossroads while in Austin, Texas for the show.

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Tyler Hubbard will make his solo awards performance debut with his smash hit, “Dancin’ In The Country.”

Pumped to be performing on the 2023 #CMTawards! Tune in LIVE Sunday, April 2 on @CBS and don’t forget your dancin’ shoes. pic.twitter.com/nXFIFkde8a

— Tyler Hubbard (@tylerhubbard) March 23, 2023

Wynonna Judd, Ashley McBryde and Jelly Roll have also been tapped to perform, joining previously announced performers Blake Shelton, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Cody Johnson, Kane Brown + Katelyn Brown, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini and Lainey Wilson as performers and Avery Anna, Chapel Hart, Jackson Dean, Lily Rose, Megan Moroney and Nate Smith who will perform from the Ram Trucks Side Stage.

Additional performers and presenters will be announced soon.

The 2023 CMT Music Awards will air live from the Moody Center in Austin, Texas on Sunday, April 2^nd beginning at 8pm ET/PT on CBS, CMT and available to stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.

Back for its second year after a massive inaugural success, Riverfront Revival has just released its impressive 2023 lineup curated by Darius Rucker.

The festival, set to take place October 7th and 8th at North Charleston’s beautiful Riverfront Park, will be headlined by multi-Platinum and three-time GRAMMY Award-winner Rucker and Turnpike Troubadours with performances by Lainey Wilson, Band of Horses and Greensky Bluegrass. Festival-goers will also hear the sounds of Niko Moon, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, Drivin N’ Cryin, Megan Moroney, Wilderado, Cha Wa, Elvie Shane, Yesterday’s Wine, Carter Faith, Wayne Graham, Randall Fowler, Haley Mae Campbell, Emily Curtis and Grayson Little.

Music will play across two stages from 1-11 p.m. on Saturday and 1-10 p.m. on Sunday. Gates will open at 12 p.m. each day. Riverfront Revival will also feature curated offerings of the Lowcountry’s best food, libations, art and culture along the beautiful backdrop of the Cooper River.

Fans can snag a limited number of presale tickets now starting at $170 for General Admission and $525 for VIP (plus taxes and fees; layaway plans available starting at $25) by visiting RiverfrontRevival.com and signing up for Riverfront Revival’s e-newsletter to automatically receive a presale code. Prices will increase when tickets go on sale to the public this Friday, March 24. A portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will once again benefit the Arts in Healing program at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC).

Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker returns to the road this summer with 21 dates across the U.S. and Canada on his Starting Fires Tour, kicking off June 15 in Virginia. Joining the multi-time Diamond-certified star as direct support across most dates is popular Americana band Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, with rising star Drew Green as direct support on select dates.

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Tickets go on sale to the general public beginning this Friday, March 17. For more information and a listing of all dates, please see below or visit DariusRucker.com.

Fans can also purchase VIP Packages for select dates, which may include premium tickets, exclusive Meet & Greet and individual photo opportunity with Darius Rucker, guided backstage tour, group photo on the stage, autographed item & more. For more information, visit vipnation.com.

The news of the tour comes as Rucker puts the finishing touches on his forthcoming seventh solo album, which he recently revealed will be called Carolyn’s Boy in honor of his late mother. Fans have gotten an early preview of the music via recent releases songs “Same Beer Different Problem” and “Ol’ Church Hymn” (featuring Chapel Hart), with additional new music expected soon.

The 2023 lineup for the October 7-8 return of Rucker’s Riverfront Revival Music Festival in his hometown of Charleston, S.C. is also expected in the coming weeks, with early access presale tickets are available now via RiverfrontRevival.com.

Additionally, Rucker will return to the stage this spring with his Hootie & the Blowfish bandmates, taking over the picturesque stretch of white sand beach at Moon Palace Cancún for the second annual HootieFest: The Big Splash, a four-day celebration of all things rock. Set for April 26-29, the destination event will feature three headlining performances on the beach by the GRAMMY Award-winning band, plus daily pool parties, intimate oceanfront performances from Goo Goo Dolls, Barenaked Ladies, Collective Soul, Gin Blossoms, Everclear, Edwin McCain, Lit and Cowboy Mouth, as well as a special Hootie & the Blowfish sunset show. Limited ticket/travel packages remain via HootieFest.com.

For more information on all things Darius Rucker, visit DariusRucker.com and follow on social media @DariusRucker.

Starting Fires Tour Dates
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit DariusRucker.com.
* denotes Drew Green as support / # denotes no support (all other dates feature Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors)
^ denotes dates on sale Monday, March 20
June 15            Roanoke, Va.  ||  Elmwood Park Amphitheatre *
June 22            Washington, D.C.  ||  The Anthem
June 24            Canandaigua, N.Y.  ||  Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center
July 13            Dubuque, Iowa  ||  Q Casino – Back Waters Stage *
July 20            Jacksonville, Fla.  ||  Daily’s Place
July 21            Wilmington, N.C.  ||  Live Oak Bank Pavilion
July 22            Alpharetta, Ga.  ||  Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Aug. 3             Niagara Falls, Ontario  ||  Fallsview Casino
Aug. 4             Bridgeport, Conn.  ||  Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Aug. 5             Farmingville, N.Y.  ||  Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill ^
Aug. 10           Sterling Heights, Mich.  ||  Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
Aug. 11           Milwaukee, Wis.  ||  BMO Pavilion
Aug. 12           Maryland Heights, Mo.  ||  Saint Louis Music Park
Aug. 18           Irvine, Calif.  ||  FivePoint Amphitheatre
Aug. 19           Stateline, Nev.  ||  Lake Tahoe Harveys Outdoor Arena
Aug. 23           Los Angeles, Calif.  ||  The Greek Theatre
Aug. 25           San Diego, Calif.  ||  Gallagher Square at Petco Park
Aug. 26           Highland, Calif.  ||  Yaamava’ Resort & Casino ^#
Sept. 8             Durant, Okla.  ||  Choctaw Casino & Resort – Grand Theater #
Sept. 9             Durant, Okla.  ||  Choctaw Casino & Resort – Grand Theater #
Oct. 14            Nashville, Tenn.  ||  Ascend Amphitheater

New songs “Same Beer Different Problem” and “Ol’ Church Hymn” (featuring Chapel Hart) are available everywhere now as Darius puts the finishing touches on his forthcoming album, Carolyn’s Boy.

Darius Rucker offers a powerful take on Rihanna’s Oscar-nominated “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” theme song, “Lift Me Up,” with his version of the anthemic ballad available everywhere now. Listen HERE.

Written by Rihanna together with filmmaker Ryan Coogler, composer Ludwig Göransson and Nigerian singer Tems as a tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman, who starred in the original “Black Panther,” the song plays over the end credits of the film, which is where Rucker first fell in love with its message.

“I’ve been a huge fan of comics since I was a kid, and I love all of the Marvel movies, so I couldn’t wait to see ‘Wakanda Forever’ when it came out a few months ago,” explains Rucker. “I was so moved by this song playing at the end of the movie and I felt inspired to try my hand at singing it. I hope y’all love this version we created as much as I do.”

The release comes as Rucker puts the finishing touches on his forthcoming album, Carolyn’s Boy, and follows the news earlier this week that his Riverfront Revival Music Festival will return to Charleston this fall for its second year, with lineups for the October 7-8 event to be announced soon. Early access tickets are available now via RiverfrontRevival.com.

Three-time GRAMMY Award-winner Darius Rucker and SRE Entertainment announce the return of breakout music festival Riverfront Revival to North Charleston’s beautiful Riverfront Park on Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th, 2023.

WE’RE BACK ✨ Riverfront Revival returns October 7 & 8, 2023! A limited allotment of early access VIP & GA Weekend Passes starting at just $25 down are on sale NOW via our early access presale code. Sign up to receive the code via email here! → https://t.co/o71h8YmRbR pic.twitter.com/8zdDucQ8yt

— Riverfront Revival (@riverrevivalchs) February 8, 2023

“This family-friendly music and cultural festival featured food, community, and all things Lowcountry in a vibrant celebration of local pride and music,” enthused Destination Luxury of 2022’s inaugural event, noting “the exuberant response from festival attendees.”

The 2023 lineup will be announced soon and promises another great run of performances mixing the best of country and rock, including eagerly anticipated new music from Rucker himself, as well as some of the Lowcountry’s best food, libations, art and culture for attendees to enjoy while they jam.

Early access presale tickets are available now with prices starting at $140 for general admission and $475 for VIP (plus taxes and fees; layaway plans available starting at $25). VIP tickets, which include an exclusive merch package, dedicated entrance, priority and up-close viewing areas at both stages, dedicated bar and access to VIP lounge areas and premium restrooms, are limited and will sell out quickly. Visit RiverfrontRevival.com to sign up now for Riverfront Revival’s e-newsletter and you’ll automatically receive a code to secure early access tickets via email.

“We were overwhelmed with the support and attendance of our first Riverfront Revival and are thrilled to bring the festival back for more fans to enjoy,” says SRE Entertainment partner Rob Lamble. “This is a festival built by Charlestonians who want nothing more than to showcase the best our city has to offer with great music, culture and food.”

“Charleston’s hometown spirit was on full display last year and showed us what a local music festival meant to this community,” adds Rucker. “We know 2023 is going to be an even greater experience for fans and we can’t wait to see you there!”

Rucker and the Riverfront Revival team are also excited to announce that proceeds from each ticket sold will once again benefit the Arts in Healing program at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). Rucker is passionate about giving back to the Charleston community and has raised millions of dollars throughout his career for the hospital where his late mother was a nurse.

For more details, visit RiverfrontRevival.com and follow @riverfrontrevival on Facebook and Instagram.

Dierks Bentley is among the artists taking part in honoring the life and career of the late George Jones. Brad Paisley, Justin Moore, Mark Chesnutt, Trace Adkins, Tracy Byrd and Tracy Lawrence will also perform during the concert and TV taping, Still Playin’ Possum: Music and Memories of George Jones, set on April 25^th in Huntsville, Alabama.

Sam Hunt will headline NHL on TNT and B/R Open Ice’s first-ever Breakaway fan experience on January 2^nd prior to the 2023 Discover NHL Winter Classic in Boston.

Darius Rucker will be honored by Musicians On Call (MOC), an organization that brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients, families, and caregivers in hospitals and medical centers. MOC will present Darius with the Music Heals Golden Ukulele for performing at the bedsides and virtually for adult and pediatric patients, Veterans and hospital staff in facilities nationwide during its Millions of Moments event at the Wildhorse Saloon on January 26th. Sam Hunt, Jon Pardi and The War and Treaty are scheduled to perform during the evening.

Maddie & Tae will perform a pair of songs — “Bathroom Floor” and “Every Night Every Morning” on ABC’s Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, hosted by Ryan Seacrest. Coming at you from multiple locations — New York, Disneyland, Los Angeles and New Orleans — the special, which kicks off at 8pm ET/7pm CT, will also feature performances by Ciara, Aly & AJ, Bailey Zimmerman, Ben Platt, Fitz and the Tantrums, Halle Bailey, Lauren Spencer Smith, Shaggy, TXT, Armani White, Betty Who, Dove Cameron, Finneas, Nicky Youre and Wiz Khalifa.

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Luke Bryan, Darius Rucker, Dierks Bentley and The War & Treaty are among the performers recently announced for CBS’ New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash. The special, which kicks off at 8pm ET/7pm CT, will also feature performances by Little Big Town, Sheryl Crow, Flo-Rida, Riley Green, Elle King, Ashley McBryde, Steve Miller, Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn, Kelsea Ballerini and Zac Brown Band.

Eric Church and Little Big Town are among the country stars performing in a new tribute show to Paul Simon. The two hour special, Homeward Bound: A GRAMMY Salute to the Songs of Paul Simon, will pay tribute to the iconic singer-songwriter. Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Brad Paisley, Rhiannon Giddens, Stevie Wonder, the Jonas Brothers, Dave Matthews and Sting will also perform during the special, which is set to air Wednesday (December 21st) at 9pm ET/8pm CT on CBS (and available to stream on demand on Paramount+).

While celebrating his 43rd wedding anniversary with his wife, Denise, Alan Jackson also announced he became a grandfather to grandson Jack.

Denise and I are celebrating our 43rd wedding anniversary with our new grandson Jackson Alvie Bradshaw.

Ali and Sam welcomed Jack into the world on Dec 13, 2022.

So happy that this little guy has made us grandparents! -AJ pic.twitter.com/gc9PghhUtg

— Alan Jackson (@OfficialJackson) December 15, 2022

Just a reminder to catch ABC’s Superstar: Reba McEntire and a whole slew of famous faces, including Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, Darius Rucker, Dolly Parton, Nick Jonas, Wynonna Judd, Lainey Wilson and more paying tribute to the singer, actor, entrepreneur and all-around Superstar on Thursday (December 8th) beginning at 10pm ET on ABC.

It’s the “Queen of Country” like you’ve never seen her before.

Tune in to “Superstar: Reba McEntire” for a glimpse into the experiences, triumphs, and losses that turned Reba into a household name.

The star-studded special airs Dec. 8 at 10pm ET on @ABC and next-day on @hulu. pic.twitter.com/MbVH3QOfNL

— ABC News Studios (@abcnewsstudios) December 2, 2022

Also in Reba McEntire news, a premiere date has been set for her Lifetime TV movie, The Hammer. She stars as a traveling judge who takes over a district in Nevada and helps to solve a murder AND clear her sister’s name. Reba’s boyfriend, Rex Linn, who also stars with her in ABC’s Big Sky: Deadly Trails, is featured in the TV show, as well as one of her best friends, Melissa Peterman. Reba McEntire’s The Hammer will air January 7th at 8pm ET on Lifetime.

Darius Rucker has released the lyric video for his version of “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” from his 2014 Christmas album, Home For The Holidays.

The War and Treaty will perform during the ABC special, CMA Country Christmas, Thursday (December 8th) beginning at 9pm ET/8pm CT. The special also features performances by host Carly Pearce,  Maren Morris, Dan + Shay, Old Dominion and Scotty McCreery, among others.

Mickey Guyton is set to perform “I Still Pray” on The Tamron Hall Show on Thursday (December 8th) on ABC (check local listings for time).

Mickey Guyton will perform during NBC’s annual Christmas In Rockefeller Center on Wednesday (November 30^th) at 8pm ET/PT. The two-hour special will also feature performances by Blake Shelton and his wife Gwen Stefani, Jimmie Allen, Brett Eldredge, Alicia Keys, Dan + Shay, the Radio City Rockettes and many more.

Brothers Osborne‘s John Osborne will join Ashley McBryde for a special performance on NBC’s Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon next Tuesday (December 6th).

John is joining @AshleyMcBryde for a special #Lindeville performance on @FallonTonight! Tune in Tuesday, Dec. 6.@jimmyfallon #FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/sVVdNfkWJW

— Brothers Osborne (@brothersosborne) November 30, 2022

Chrissy Metz is set to perform on a special holiday version of CMT’s series, CMT Crossroads, with For King + Country. The one-hour show, which will also feature performances by BRELAND, Natalie Grant and Rebecca St. James, premieres December 12th at 10pm ET/9pm CT.

Darius Rucker has been tapped for a couple of different music festivals, including the Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood, New Jersey June 15th – 18th, which will also feature performances from Blake Shelton, Jon Pardi, Parker McCollum and Kid Rock. Darius will also headline Appalachian State University’s An Appalachian Summer Festival in Boone, North Carolina on July 29th.

The War and Treaty will perform “O Holy Night” during the CMA Country Christmas special next week. Hosted by Carly Pearce, the show, which will also feature performances by Maren Morris, Dan + Shay, Scotty McCreery and more, airs December 8th at 9pm ET/8pm CT on ABC (and the next day on Hulu and Disney+).