Chris Stapleton and George Strait are among the artists taking part in the 90th Birthday Celebration of Willie Nelson. The star-studded special, filmed live earlier this year across two nights before a sold-out crowd at the legendary Hollywood Bowl, celebrates Nelson’s milestone 90th birthday and the 12-time GRAMMY® Award-winner’s contributions to popular culture and music. This historic concert event features unforgettable collaborations and once-in-a-lifetime performances by Chris, Strait, Willie, Beck, Gary Clark Jr., Sheryl Crow, Snoop Dogg, Norah Jones, Miranda Lambert, Dave Matthews, Nelson’s sons Lukas Nelson and Micah Nelson and Keith Richards. The two-hour special, hosted by stars Jennifer Garner, Chelsea Handler, Woody Harrelson, Ethan Hawke, Helen Mirren and Owen Wilson, will air December 17th beginning at 8:30pm ET/PT on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand).

Fans of Chris Stapleton can listen to his new album, Higher, before it’s available on November 10th. Indie record stores across the country will be holding a special listening party on Tuesday (November 7th).

Higher Indie Record Store Listening Parties
Nov 7th

Find & contact your local record store to attend: https://t.co/UNSjxylGmF pic.twitter.com/UvgQXF5aVy

— Chris Stapleton (@ChrisStapleton) November 1, 2023

Kassi Ashton has released her own version of Christina Aguilera’s “Genie In A Bottle.” The song was recorded with her band and produced by Oscar Charles.

https://twitter.com/KassiAshton/status/1720088949836988426

Maddie and Tae will be in Kansas City on December 1st to perform at the 19th Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party. The event is an annual holiday fundraiser started by a group of volunteers to support Operation Breakthrough — with a goal to raise funds and awareness for kids/families living in poverty in Kansas City’s urban core. The ladies just released the extended version of their holiday collection, We Need Christmas.

Did someone say CHRISTMAS?!?! Kansas City!! We're coming your way on Friday, December 1st for the 19th Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at @thetrumankc. We'll be singing songs, being jolly and raising money for @OB_Inc_KC. Tickets: https://t.co/fcUXryyWyW pic.twitter.com/EDtLttIPlz

— Maddie & Tae (@MaddieandTae) November 3, 2023

On the heels of his much-lauded debut as host of NBC’s Saturday Night Live, comedian Nate Bargatze will be ESPN’s College GameDay Celebrity Guest Picker on Saturday (November 4th) in Alabama.

Big news! I will be ESPN’s College GameDay Celebrity Guest Picker this Saturday at Alabama! @CollegeGameDay

Tune in around 11:30a ET on ESPN to see me make my picks! #anchordown pic.twitter.com/UDyKGcb5Ai

— Nate Bargatze (@natebargatze) November 2, 2023

Chrissy Metz is heading out on select dates on Jim Brickman’s A Joyful Christmas tour, hitting such cities as Nashville, Pensacola and Cleveland, among others. Go to chrissymetz.com for more information on tour dates.

https://twitter.com/JimBrickman/status/1720214202093130214

George Strait is nominated for Top Country Touring Artist at this year’s Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), along with Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen. You can watch the BBMAs November 19th on Billboard social channels, as well as via BBMAs.watch.

https://twitter.com/BBMAs/status/1717565246527721907

Mickey Guyton will perform the National Anthem at Game Four of the World Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks the Texas Rangers on Tuesday (October 31st). FOX’s coverage of the 2023 World Series presented by Capital One begins at 7pm ET for all games and will include National Anthem performances at approximately 7:45pm ET.

Darius Rucker teamed up with rapper/singer Dax for a remix of the breakout star’s remix of “To Be A Man.” The pair filmed the official music video in Nashville.

Shania Twain‘s Come On Over album has been R.I.A.A. certified TWO TIMES Diamond, which is the highest-certified album for a female artist in the country genre.

https://twitter.com/RIAA/status/1719036528138322347

Chris Stapleton chatted with Willie Geist on NBC’s Sunday Sitdown to chat about his rehearsal space, guitars, his new album “Higher” and his Super Bowl performance that brought grown men to tears. Check out the interview below. Stapleton’s new album will be available November 10th.

Reba McEntire‘s new book, Not That Fancy: Simple Lessons on Life, Love, Eating and Dusting Off Your Boots, has landed on the New York Times Best Sellers List.

Wow! Thanks to y'all, I'm so excited to share that #NotThatFancy is officially a @NYTimes Bestseller!

If you haven't grabbed your copy yet, you can here: https://t.co/vstuHgZIOw pic.twitter.com/MxSW1Rkq6L

— Reba McEntire (@reba) October 19, 2023

Reba McEntire joined her fellow Voice coach Gwen Stefani as she receives her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame last week.

Gwen Stefani and Reba McEntire pose for photos at Stefani's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. https://t.co/0zwkNauFRX pic.twitter.com/CtVFmjQnSZ

— Variety (@Variety) October 19, 2023

Jon Pardi appears on CMT’s Hot 20 Countdown talking about his new single, “Cowboys And Plowboys” with Luke Bryan. Tune in on Saturday (October 21st) and Sunday (October 22nd) at 9am ET/8am CT.

https://twitter.com/cmtHot20/status/1715148419474280797

Darius Rucker appears on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Monday (October 23rd). He talks about his new album, Carolyn’s Boy, his favorite Halloween costume, Halloween candy and if he believes in ghosts. Check your local listings for times.

True story!!!

Check your local listings to tune in to @KellyClarksonTV TODAY!! https://t.co/QpPy6DsWI4

— Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) October 23, 2023

Brothers Osborne will perform on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live on Monday (October 23rd). NFL greats and sports commentators Terry Bradshaw and Howie Long, as well as actor-comedian Ronny Chieng, will also appear on the show. (check local listings for times)

George Strait and Jon Pardi will take part in a tribute show celebrating the late singer-songwriter-musician-producer Keith Gattis at Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl November 28th. Sheryl Crow, Wade Bowen, Randy Houser, Dean Dillon, Jack Ingram and Kendell Marvel, among others will also perform.

Tickets to The Keith Gattis Tribute show with this incredible lineup go on sale today at 10am central @bbowlnashville.

We miss you, Keith, and look forward to celebrating you and your musical legacy Nov. 28th. #keithgattis pic.twitter.com/Oaotf9A706

— George Strait (@GeorgeStrait) October 19, 2023

Comedian Nate Bargatze appeared on NBC’s TODAY Show on Monday to talk about his first time hosting Saturday Night Live (this weekend), his Be Funny comedy tour and much more.

Grammy-nominated stand up comedian @natebargatze joins TODAY to discuss performing in the largest arena for a comedian, his history with clean comedy and preparing to host "Saturday Night Live." pic.twitter.com/YSfA0NNYdw

— TODAY (@TODAYshow) October 23, 2023

Mickey Guyton recorded a new holiday duet with Michael Bolton. “Christmas Isn’t Christmas” is out now and will be featured on the pop singer’s new album, Christmas Time, which will be available November 3rd.

https://twitter.com/MickeyGuyton/status/1715428193044234576

The Music Industry paid tribute to several artists including Chris Stapleton at the ACM Honors, which were filmed at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium on August 23rd. Performers include Keith Urban, Jordan Davis, Priscilla Block, The War And Treaty, Anne Wilson, Trisha Yearwood, Nelly, Lady A, Bailey Zimmerman, Lee Brice, Hailey Whitters and many more.

Honorees include Chris Stapleton for the ACM Triple Crown Award, Tim McGraw for the ACM Icon Award, Kane Brown for the ACM International Award, and HARDY for the ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year Award. Other honorees include Clint Black, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Charlie Daniels, K.T. Oslin, BRELAND, Ashley Gorley, Mike Dungan, Bill Mayne, Charlie Cook and Troy Vollhoffer. The ACM Honors will air Monday (September 18th) at 8pm ET/7pm CT on FOX.

https://twitter.com/ACMawards/status/1701651197076058437

We love an #ACMhonors reunion! Watch @JordanCWDavis and more pay tribute to some of the biggest names in Country Music this Monday at 8/7c on @FOXTV. pic.twitter.com/2PQJEw7wFT

— ACM Awards (@ACMawards) September 15, 2023

George Strait worked with artist Tim Wakefield and Soundwaves Art for a new round of limited-edition art pieces made from his music. Proceeds from the sale of the artworks will go to Sweet Relief, which assists those struggling in the music industry.

George worked again with artist Tim Wakefield & @Soundwaves_Art on another round of limited-edition artworks made from his music. Profits will be donated to @SweetRelief that helps provide support for those struggling in the music industry.

Collection: https://t.co/00bMzyHgRy pic.twitter.com/gwRf5IVs0M

— George Strait (@GeorgeStrait) September 14, 2023

Luke Bryan‘s Boldly Grown Peanuts sold out so fast, so the superstar and Fendt created a limited-time fourth flavor — Backroads Bourbon, on sale now at boldlygrowngoods.com.

Surprise, y’all! Supplies of @Fendt_NA & Luke Bryan’s Boldly Grown Peanuts sold out fast, but we saved the boldest for last—a limited-time fourth flavor! On sale tomorrow, Sept. 14, at noon EST. Don’t miss out on this one! Order at https://t.co/Eyw4RIvXIG. @NationalFFA pic.twitter.com/AgBSCwmssg

— Luke Bryan (@lukebryan) September 13, 2023

Josh Ross, who is making his way up the U.S. Country Charts with “Trouble,” won Breakthrough Artist or Group of the Year Award at the Canadian Country Music Awards on Saturday (September 16th).

The 2023 CCMA Awards presented by @td_canada winner for Breakthrough Artist or Group of the Year Award is @musicjoshross! Congratulations! #CCMAs #CCMAAwards pic.twitter.com/aGY85L8y2T

— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) September 17, 2023

Setting venue attendance records across seven stadium shows this summer, country music icon George Strait and eight-time GRAMMY winner Chris Stapleton continue the excitement into 2024 with nine new dates. Also returning alongside the King of Country and Stapleton for the extended run of one-off stadium dates are special guests and GRAMMY Award-winning band Little Big Town.

In addition to summer shows in Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Ames, Charlotte, East Rutherford, Salt Lake City, Detroit and Chicago, Strait will also supersize his longstanding Strait to Vegas show with a December date at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium to mark the 37th installment of the engagement.

George is back on the road w/ @ChrisStapleton & @littlebigtown. Presale: https://t.co/hxfGAIe7mB

5/4 Indianapolis, IN
5/11 Jacksonville, FL*
5/25 Ames, IA
6/1 Charlotte, NC
6/8 East Rutherford, NJ
6/29 SLC, UT
7/13 Detroit, MI
7/20 Chicago, IL
12/7 Las Vegas, NV
*On Sale 10/20 pic.twitter.com/iNbqt9WtNe

— George Strait (@GeorgeStrait) September 12, 2023

Tickets to most shows go on sale next Friday, September 22nd at 10am local time via GeorgeStrait.com, with tickets to the Jacksonville show on sale Friday, October 20th at 10am local time. American Express® Card Members can purchase tickets before the general public beginning Friday, September 15th at 10am local time through Thursday, September 21st at 10pm local time.

Of the few opportunities to see Strait perform live, Pollstar opines, “Strait remains the most worthy inheritor of Merle Haggard or Willie Nelson’s mantle of country icon through the meaningful fluidity with which he moves through country’s various sub-strains with the same ease and enjoyment that marked both men’s Country Music Hall of Fame careers.”

“I’ve always said we have the best fans in the world, and to see so many of them show up for these shows just makes us want to keep bringing them more,” shares Strait. “I’ve also missed performing in Las Vegas during NFR, so I’m happy to see that show come together in 2024. See you soon!”

George Strait w/ Chris Stapleton & special guests Little Big Town 2024 Stadium Shows:
May 4, 2024                Indianapolis, Ind.  ||  Lucas Oil Stadium
May 11, 2024              Jacksonville, Fla.  ||  EverBank Stadium
May 25, 2024              Ames, Iowa  ||  Jack Trice Stadium
June 1, 2024                Charlotte, N.C.  ||  Bank of America Stadium
June 8, 2024                East Rutherford, N.J.  ||  MetLife Stadium
June 29, 2024              Salt Lake City, Utah  ||  Rice Eccles Stadium
July 13, 2024              Detroit, Mich.  ||  Ford Field
July 20, 2024              Chicago, Ill.  ||  Soldier Field
Dec. 7, 2024                Las Vegas, Nev.  ||  Allegiant Stadium

Keith Urban gave a shout-out on his socials to his wife, actress-producer Nicole Kidman, who is starring in Taylor Sheridan’s new series, Special Ops: Lioness on Paramount+. The first two episodes dropped on Sunday (July 23rd), and it’s an intense thrill ride of a series. He wrote, “Loved seeing the first episodes finally air last night of Special Ops: Lioness! When Nic told me that Taylor Sheridan had a story he wanted to do w/ her, I knew it would be extraordinary – and sure enough – I love this series. Huge props to the whole cast – check it out now on @paramountplus  !!!!!!! Love you babygirl!”

Loved seeing the first episodes finally air last night of Special Ops: Lioness ! When Nic told me that Taylor Sheridan had a story he wanted to do w/ her, I knew it would be extraordinary – and sure enough – I love this series. Huge props to the whole cast – check it out now on…

— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) July 24, 2023

The series stars Nicole, Zoe Saldana (Guardians of the Galaxy, Avatar, Avengers: Infinity War, Avengers: Endgame), Laysla De Oliveira (Locke & Key), Dave Annabelle (Yellowstone, Brothers & Sisters), LaMonica Garrett (1883), Michael Kelly (Jack Ryan, House of Cards), Morgan Freeman and others. Special Ops: Lioness, inspired by an actual U.S. Military program, follows the life of Joe (Zoe Saldaña) while she attempts to balance her personal and professional life as the tip of the CIA’s spear in the war on terror. The Lioness Program, overseen by Kaitlyn Meade (Nicole Kidman) and Byron Westfield (Michael Kelly), enlists an aggressive Marine Raider named Cruz (Laysla De Oliveira) to operate undercover alongside Joe among the power brokers of State terrorism in the CIA’s efforts to thwart the next 9/11.

Jordan Davis is featured in the third episode of Hulu’s new music series, The Playlist, from ABC News Live. The description of the show is “Music — it’s what unites us, what entertains us and for so many, what we find solace in during difficult times. But what is the inspiration behind our favorite song? How did our favorite artist find their way to music? ABC News Live sits down one-on-one with some of music’s most influential artists to hear the story behind the sound.”

George Strait can make ANYTHING look great — a cowboy hat, Wrangler Jeans, a pair of well-worn cowboy boots and his own brand of Tequila, Codigo 1530, which he toasted to on National Tequila Day on Monday (July 24th).

https://twitter.com/GeorgeStrait/status/1683560444311801857

Vince Gill and Paul Franklin will chat about their upcoming album, Sweet Memories: The Music of Ray Price & The Cherokee Cowboys, at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on August 4th.

https://twitter.com/VGcom/status/1683902134264135697

George Strait has been tapped to headline the second night of ATLive at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (home to the Atlanta Braves) on Saturday, October 21st. Sharing the bill with King George is Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town and Willie Nelson & Family.

Atlanta! George is heading to ATLive 2023 at the @MBStadium this October with @carrieunderwood, @WillieNelson & Family, and @littlebigtown!

Sign up now for presale access at: https://t.co/Wmifxk2yYK. Tickets on sale Friday, July 21. pic.twitter.com/WZWm3PBOlL

— George Strait (@GeorgeStrait) July 11, 2023

On Friday, October 20th, the lineup will deliver a roster of Latin superstars including headliners Grupo Firme, as well as J Balvin, Farruko and sibling trio Yahritza Y Su Esencia.

Tickets for each night go on sale next Friday (July 21st) at 10am ET thru Ticketmaster.

To learn more about the two-night event, visit mercedesbenzstadium.com/ATLive.

On Saturday night (June 17th), George Strait broke the attendance record at Lumen Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks, Sounders FC and OL Reign, with 59,142  turned out to celebrate with the King.

Marking his first time performing at Lumen — having last played in Tacoma on his Cowboy Rides Away Tour on April 12th, 2014 — the Texas troubadour kicked things off shortly after 9p, commencing his illustrious 31-song set.

As one of only a handful of remaining chances to see Strait this year, the crowd reveled in the opportunity, erupting in response to Strait’s saunter to stage and simple salutation, “Hello Seattle!”

With 60 No. 1 singles to pull from — and 25 Top 10s — the 89x Platinum music icon played offerings spanning from 1981’s Strait Country to 2019’s Honky Tonk Time Machine.

Midway through set, Strait welcomed Chris Stapleton to the stage to perform “Pancho and Lefty” followed by two songs the 10x GRAMMY winner penned for Strait: “You Don’t Know What You’re Missing” and “Love’s Gonna Make It Alright.”

A few stadium shows remain this year: Nashville, Tennessee on July 28th & 29th and Tampa, Florida on August 5. For more information and to purchase tickets to upcoming dates, visit GeorgeStrait.com.

The King of Country continues his reign as “the genre’s most consistent A-list act,” as declared by the Los Angeles Times, setting back-to-back venue attendance records with his two most recent shows. George Strait brought a record-setting 46,641 attendees to Milwaukee’s American Family Field on Saturday evening (besting Paul McCartney’s 2013 record by over 2,000 people). The standout show came on the heels of last weekend’s record-setting 63,891 attendees at Columbus’s Ohio Stadium for Buckeye Country Superfest.

“With support from the 11-member ‘Ace in the Hole’ band, Strait’s setlist in Milwaukee was nicely plotted, frequently going back and forth between somber songs and playful tunes,” praised the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel of Strait’s 32 songs over more than two hours on Saturday evening. “He let storytelling seize the spotlight, expressed with a golden croon that showed no strain while offering enough emotional nuance to embody the material.”

“We have been fortunate to have a number of fantastic shows at American Family Field since we opened our doors. Our expectations for George Strait, Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town were very high and those expectations were blown away,” shared Jason Hartlund, executive vice president/chief commercial officer for the Milwaukee Brewers. “We set venue records for concert attendance and gross ticket revenue, among others. The Brewers have worked with Messina Touring Group for over a decade and have always enjoyed the relationship. We look forward to working together on many future shows at American Family Field.”

The record-setting concerts followed the Country Music Hall of Famer’s recent headlining performance at Phoenix’s State Farm Stadium (May 6) and set the stage for a summer of stadium shows to come, with dates to follow in Seattle (June 17), Denver (June 24), Nashville (July 28 & 29) and Tampa (Aug. 5).

“We truly have the best fans in the world. There’s nothing like seeing their faces when I walk on stage with my Ace in the Hole band jamming to ‘Deep in the Heart of Texas,’” shared Strait. “The energy they’re giving back to us is indescribable. I’m very grateful to all of the fans who come out to see us for these shows and I can’t wait to see you at the next one.”

For more information and to purchase tickets to upcoming dates, visit GeorgeStrait.com.