George Strait to Heading 2021 Austin City Limits Music Festival

George Strait is among the country stars readied to play the 2021 Austin City Limits Music Festival in October. The C And W Hall of Famer will headline one evening of the six-night ACL Fest.

The everyday timetable has not yet been introduced, so like all artists on the poster, Strait is just listed as Oct. 1-3 and Oct. 8-10, the dates for the 2021 fest. Jon Pardi, Tanya Tucker, Cam as well as Asleep at the Wheel are four more nation musicians set for the real-time, in-person festival at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas. The other headliners are Billie Eilish, Stevie Nicks, Miley Cyrus, Rufus Du Sol and DaBaby and Erykah Badu.

Per the Austin American-Statesman, this will certainly be the first time Strait has ever before played ACL Feast. It's a brand-new date on his slowly expanding scenic tour schedule for late 2021.

Earlier today, Strait revealed he would certainly be playing the 2022 Rodeo Houston which he would certainly return to Las Vegas for a set of shows in August. A concert at University of Notre Dame was canceled, yet he's readied to play UNITED STATE Bank Arena in Minneapolis in November.

Austin City Limits Music Festival is not a country-only festival, but organizers have invited a handful of country artists each year. The fest started as a one-weekend festival in 2002 yet relocated to 2 weekend breaks for 2013. Last year ACL Feast was terminated as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tickets for the 2021 festival took place sale at 12PM CT on Thursday at the fest's internet site. Only three-day tickets for each weekend are offered quickly. Solitary day tickets take place sale when the day-to-day routine is disclosed.

George Strait Dons His White Hat (Again) to Help Out After Hurricane Harvey

After raising $20 million for Texas communities hurt by Hurricane Harvey, George Strait is once again riding to their rescue.

San Antonio's top C&W export will serve as spokesman for the new “Find Yourself in Rockport-Fulton” tourism campaign. Strait, who has a home in the area rebuilding from last year's storm, agreed to do the TV and radio spots for free.

In September, Strait a joint concert/telethon fundraiser that brought in $20 million for Harvey relief efforts. Stars including Miranda Lambert, Lyle Lovett and Chris Stapleton joined him onstage at San Antonio's Majestic Theatre.

The "Find Yourself" TV spots start airing this month in San Antonio and Austin, according to the AP. The radio ads will target the Hill Country and New Braunfels.

6 Years Ago: George Strait’s ‘Troubadour’ Certified Platinum

Six years ago today, on June 3, 2009, George Strait Troubadour album was certified platinum for sales of a million copies.

The album, his 25th studio album, includes two No.1 singles, "I saw God today" and "River of Love", as well as superior, the only track Title 10.



"" I saw God Today "is a song so well written," Says Strait Troubadour first single written by Rodney Clawson, Monty Criswell and Wade Kirby. “Sometimes we have a lot of things for granted, especially someone who has had a child ... If they're in the delivery room or not - the first time they see the kids, it really is a miracle and you just. Realize that all these things God has given us, sometimes we take for granted. But if you step back and take a look around, you'll see what beauty we have around us in the things He has created for us ".

"River of Love", which was written by Billy Burnette, Shawn Camp and Dennis Morgan, almost became a hit for Josh Turner instead.

"When Josh did not take, the song was released to George," recalls Boot Camp. "When we were standing backstage at the show CMA [Awards], waiting to continue George and singing" River of Love ", Josh was back there with us I turned to him and jokingly told him." You know, this could have been yours. '"

Troubadour, who became the 18th record Strait charts, won a Grammy for Best Country Album award and a CMA Award for Album of the Year.”I saw God today" also he won a CMA Award for Single of the Year.

Eric Church Reveals Which George Strait Song Affects Him The Most

Eric Church learned a lot watching George Strait tour ends his career with The Cowboy Rides Away tour last year. Eric opened several shows on the tour, and the song that affected more in each concert was the Straits hit "Troubadour". The song tells of a singer still feeling young and vital even though they have much more time in the spotlight.

 

Eric tells Rolling Stone: "It was an emotional thing for me, to see what wraps up his career the way I wanted, I think in this song a lot when I'm on stage I going to be on this stage again Will..? a time when I will not be. My day will also come. "

George Strait Mourns The Passing Of Songwriter And Friend Kent Finlay

George Strait is mourning the loss of one of his closest friends. Kent Finlay, owner of a composer and a club based in Texas who helped Strait land his first concert, died Monday (March 2), at home in Martindale, Texas. He was 77 years old.

Finlay was the owner Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos, Texas, where Strait first played with his band, The Big Carnival, October 13, 1975. In 1977, Finlay and composer Daryl was Staedtler who began making trips to Nashville with a narrow, in a pickup truck.

"The truth of the matter is that every major label transmitted George Strait," said Finlay Tennessean of Nashville last year. "That van had two seats and a camp bed in the back. We took turns driving and riding and sleeping in the cradle".

Finlay also defended many now famous composers. Cheatham Street Warehouse has hosted an open mic night composers most Wednesdays for over 40 years.

"[1987] was the most exciting year," said Finlay Austin 360. "The regulars at night composers' I and a bunch of nobodies were: Todd Snider, James McMurtry, Terri Hendrix, Bruce Robison, Hal Ketchum, John Arthur Martinez and sometimes Tish Hinojosa. Those were the basic standard, and no one had ever heard of them. "

Still, even with all the artists who passed through the doors of Cheatham Street Warehouse, Finlay always had a weakness for the narrow, whom he credited with reshaping the future of country music.

"[Merle] Haggard did his part, but George saved the country music at that time," Finlay said. "After George and Ricky Skaggs [] once, all those pop acts began to lose their bids, and the record began to go out and find people like Randy Travis".

Strait still has fond memories of the little club that gave him his start.

"It's as unique as you are in the middle of a song and a train comes roaring down," says Strait. "From Cheatham Street Warehouse is located right next to the train tracks, that's what it is. You just start to play harder".

In the eyes of the legend of country music, Finlay loss affects the entire community of country music, and beyond.

"Country music - and only music really all - lost a great friend today," Strait said in a statement. "His legend will live forever in Texas, though. We will never forget our friend Kent Finlay. Sad day".

Finlay survived by his former wife, Diana Hendricks, three children, a granddaughter, three brothers and a sister. The boot extends our condolences to his family.

2015 Taste Of Country Awards Standings: Luke Bryan, George Strait + Carrie Underwood’s Baby Bump Lead

One week remains for fans to decide the best song, best album and artist top 2014. The Taste of Country Awards ends on February 2, and if the voting ended today, the honors were shared among the nine artists. That's pretty good - and unusual - considering that only nine categories to vote.

Luke Bryan might be to take two wins, but will have to get George Strait to. Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Sam Hunt are also doing well, but if 2015 follows the pattern of last year, the majority of the vote is yet to come. Check out the nine categories below before placing their votes. You can vote up to once every hour for your favorite artist, song, album or video.

Artist of the Year: A one week to vote, Luke Bryan is the artist to catch, crouching, about 28 percent of the total votes so far. Blake Shelton is second, followed closely by Brantley Gilbert. Garth Brooks and Miranda Lambert have also a good result so far.

Song of the Year: Although Tim McGraw has been promoting his nomination in this category, songs, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert and Lee Brice are hanging nearby. Indeed, six of the seven candidates are within striking distance.

Album of the Year: Hunter Hayes and "argument" with 32 percent of the votes at this time, but Brantley Gilbert "As I am" and Miranda Lambert 'Platinum' not far behind.

Photo of the Year: Four of the seven nominees have gathered significant vote totals, with Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean fighting for the lead. This is one of the closest categories. Underwood's pregnancy reveal is just beating George Strait of Aldean Self-timer, but the last week of voting could change so quickly.

OMG Moment: Barring a big comeback, two moments from 2014 are competing for this award. Will Brad Paisley CMA disclose or terrifying incident May Scotty McCreery?

Video of the Year: Maybe a close battle between Scotty McCreery and Danielle Bradbery might have been predicted, since their two videos ToC dominated the Top 10 in 2014. At this time, 'Young America' has a great advantage.

Best Dressed: The Band Perry have been enthusiastically campaigning for Reid to win this award, and it’s working. With almost 47 percent of the vote, which is running from second nominee Carrie Underwood. Miranda Lambert (eight percent) is a distant third.

Live Act of the Year: After taking an early lead, Luke Bryan George Strait fans watched race for his escape with Live Act award it’s not over yet... In fact, the largest cables have been overcome before. Currently, Strait has three times more votes than Bryan.

New Artist of the Year CMA award winner in this category is a distant second to Sam hunting at this time, although Brett Eldredge is close enough to stage a comeback. Cole Swindell and Maddie and Tae are also doing well.

George Strait, Garth Brooks Dominate News In 2014

Album sales Slump, but still Abundant Awards shows

what a year 2014 was for country music. George Strait retired from touring, but continued to win awards. Garth Brooks made a triumphant return. Taylor Swift designed a seamless switch to the primacy pop music. And Brooks & Dunn decided to meet for a career in Las Vegas with Reba McEntire in 2015.



But wait, there's more!

Here is his whirlwind view of the most important news:

January
Country Albums sales fell 10.7 percent in 2013 from its total last year, according to Nielsen SoundScan, but Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line and Blake Shelton were among the artists selling albums of all music formats. ... Grammy Awards will Kacey Musgraves (best album of country songs and music), Darius Rucker (best solo performance country), civil wars (best country duo or vocal performance), Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell (best Americana album) and the Del McCoury Band (best bluegrass album). ... From Sugarland Jennifer Nettles issued his solo album, that girl.

February
the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America vote Rhonda Vincent its artist of the year and leads him to the Hall of Preserving Great. ... Garth Brooks wins lawsuit against former business partner Lisa Sanderson, who led the Los Angeles office of his Red Strokes Entertainment, a film and television production. Dierks Bentley Launches ... Riser album, inspired by the birth of his son and the father's death. Singles include "I Hold On" and "Drunk on a Plane". ... Country Radios honor of Vince Gill with lifetime achievement award from the organization. ... Thomas Rhett, Brett Eldredge, Cassadee Pope, Tyler Farr and Charlie Worsham make New Country Radio Seminar faces show.

March
Talent Manager Dale Morris, Alabama career counselor and Kenny Chesney, among other wins, Tony Martell Lifetime Achievement Award.

April
Glen Campbell moves to Alzheimer care center in Nashville. ... George Strait crowned Artist of the Year by the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. ... The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in downtown Nashville is formally opened an addition that doubles in size. ... Miranda Lambert launches platinum album with the hits "Automatic" and "Something Wrong", the latter a duet with Carrie Underwood.

May
Yale bluegrass pioneer Ralph Stanley awards an honorary doctorate in music.

June
George Strait concert tour last played in the AT & T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, before a crowd of 105,000. ... Carrie Underwood won video of the year award for "See You Again" in 2014 CMT Music Awards. . . . The CMA Music Festival four-day event features presentations at LP Field in Nashville by Alabama, Brantley Gilbert, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Eric Church, Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, The Band Perry Travis Tritt, Darius Rucker, Florida Georgia Line, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Sara Evans, Brad Paisley, the Charlie Daniels Band, The Oak Ridge Boys, Hunter Hayes, Lady Antebellum, Thomas Rhett and Zac Brown Band.

July
Garth Brooks announces plans for his first album for RCA Records and a return to the road.

September
Garth Brooks starts world tour in Chicago, with 10 shows sold out. ... Carrie Underwood reveals she is pregnant with her first child. ... Jason Isbell winning song, album and artist of the year honors at the annual Awards ceremony and American Honors in Nashville. ... Underwood, Ronnie Milsap, Toby Keith, Rascal Flatts, Kris Kristofferson and the late Cowboy Jack Clement and Buck Owens are among those recognized during the ACM Honors event in Nashville.

October
John Anderson, Gretchen Peters, Paul Craft and Tom Douglas are elected to the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. ... Mac Wiseman, Ronnie Milsap and the late songwriter Hank Cochran was inducted into the Music Hall of Fame Country. ... Taylor Swift 1989 released his first album pop, and see what top the charts. ... Little Big Town formally join the Grand Ole Opry, hosted by Reba McEntire.

November
Names Rob Hatch SESAC its composer of the year. ... Alan Jackson, Craig Wiseman and Ashley Gorley win top prizes composition ASCAP countries. ... Vince Gill IMC presents his country Icon award and Rhett Akins names its top composer. ... Luke Bryan wins CMA entertainer of the year trophy. ... In separate announcements made on the same day, Ty Herndon and Billy Gilman announce they are gay, the first country act to do so since Chely Wright came out in 2010.

December
Merle Haggard artist presented the first award for life in the 2014 CMT Artists of the Year. ... Brooks & Dunn say they will meet for a series of shows in Las Vegas in 2015 with Reba McEntire as her co-star.