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Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show

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Eight-time Grammy winner Chris Stapleton /w special guests Grace Potter & Nikki Lane will perform live at The Florida State Fairgrounds on May 10, 2024.

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George Strait , Chris Stapleton , and Little Big Town

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Coming to Tampa: Country legend George Strait, plus Chris Stapleton, Little Big Town announce tour dates

Singer George Strait poses for a photograph June 1998 in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Pam Francis/Liaison)

TAMPA, Fla. - Anyone who's been a country music fan in the last 40 years will definitely check "yes" for the chance to see three iconic talents on one stage. George Strait , Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town announced a six-stadium tour, with a planned stop at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa . 

The King of Country plays occasional shows in Las Vegas and Texas, but during the summer of 2023, he's going back on the road, making stops in Phoenix, Seattle, Denver, Milwaukee, Nashville, and finally in Tampa. The tour goes from May through August 2023.

George Strait has gone platinum 89-times since his career began in 1981, with hit songs like "Check Yes or No," "Amarillo By Morning," and Carrying Your Love With Me."

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 12: In this photo released on October 14, 2022, Chris Stapleton attends the 2022 CMT Artists of the Year at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on October 12, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images

Chris Stapleton is a relative newcomer to the country music scene, but gained a huge national fan base in 2015 with his hit song "Tennessee Whiskey." 

FRANKLIN, TENNESSEE - SEPTEMBER 25: Chris Stapleton performs onstage during day two of the 2022 Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival on September 25, 2022 in Franklin, Tennessee. (Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images for Pilgrimage Music &

He's since racked up eight Grammy Awards and hs built a fan base of those who love "new" and "old school" country styles. 

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 16: (L-R) Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet of Little Big Town pose for a photo at Rockefeller Plaza on September 16, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by NDZ/Star Max/GC Images)

Rounding out the tour is an Alabama band with a big following. Little Big Town became popular on country music radio in the early 2000s with hits like "Girl Crush" and "Boondocks," and continued to garner popularity through today, winning A Grammy in 2018, plus multiple Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association awards.

George Straight performs his song "Honkytonkville" at the The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN (Photo by Rick Diamond/WireImage)

Tickets for all six tour dates, featuring these three legendary artists, go on sale Friday, November 4 at 10 a.m. (local time). Tickets will be available on George Strait's website at https://georgestrait.com/calendar/ .

George Strait w/ Chris Stapleton and special guests Little Big Town 2023 stadium shows:

• May 6 - Glendale, Ariz. - State Farm Stadium
• June 3 - Milwaukee, Wisc. - American Family Field
• June 17 - Seattle, Wash. - Lumen Field
• June 24 - Denver, Colo. - Empower Field at Mile High Stadium
• July 29 - Nashville, Tenn. - Nissan Stadium
• Aug. 5 - Tampa, Fla. - Raymond James Stadium

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Chris Stapleton, Grace Potter & Nikki Lane at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre

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The country music shrine will be planted in the state of Sunshine as Chris Stapleton, along with Grace Potter and Nikki Lane, drives the All-American Road Show Tour to Florida on Friday, May 10, 2024, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater, Tampa. The country music serenes will be all over the Florida dreams as the performances with Grace Potter and Nikki Lane bring a different touch to the musical notch they are about to do on stage. The Grammy award-winning country wiz is leaving all his wits on the stage with his classy and vibrant personality and performances. Known for his songs Broken Halos, Starting Over, and Traveller, the celebration will not stop midway as Chris Stapleton gives the country music treat all the way to the ears of the fans. Put all your hunches aside and dive into the country music blast as Chris Stapleton, with Grace Potter and Nikki Lane, makes it rain with their fruity and infectious vibes. Grab your tickets now!

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The country music master will have his visit to the city of Tampa as Chris Stapleton with Grace Potter and Nikki Lane joins in for a musical show of your life with the All-American Road Show Tour on Friday, May 10, 2024, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater, Florida. Prepare the boots and hats as the country star brings hit guts, performing the best of the best hits from the tracks.

The All-American Road Show Tour will be a musical celebration as Chris Stapleton highlights the best songs on his bag to showcase his unworldly talent, charisma, and unhinged vocal prowess to the fans. Performing his greatest hits, including Broken Halos, Tennessee Whiskey, and Starting Over, Chris Stapleton will give a ton of eargasm to the fans as the country music jam hums to the Florida lands.

The homegrown Kentucky star had his share of ups and downs as he fought for his place in the country music industry with his music and voice. Chris Stapleton started in 2001, and his musical prowess and peak stage presence put his career on the verge of success as he started to be praised by the musical bodies in the country. The big break came landslide in 2015 as the golden track of his life came to the hive with the release of his best single, Traveller, which garnered the Album of the Year, New Artist of the Year, and Vocalist of the Year in the Country Music Association Awards. As he releases his recent album Higher, Chris Stapleton will travel the borders, having its midway exploration of the Florida stations for the fans to enjoy.

The All-American Road Show Tour will also be accompanied by great country music artists as Grace Potter and Nikki Lane share the stage for a showcase of talent in this country music event. The soulful and bluesy vibes of Grace Potter will be all over the corner as she performs her hit songs, Stars, Paris, and Medicine, which will make the fans grin. Nikki Lane will also be in the game as her rootsy voice mixed with rock and roll tunes matches the overall show as she brings his iconic songs, including Highway Queen, First High, and Jackpot, for the fans to love.

The MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre will house Chris Stapleton and his All-American Road Show Tour. The open-air venue, with its flexible services and concert-certified facilities as Christ Stapleton, makes this a perfect location for his all-out country music show you will never forget. Secure your tickets now!

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Chris Stapleton is performing in Tampa in 2024

TAMPA, Fla. — Country music superstar Chris Stapleton is bringing his "All-American Road Show" tour to Tampa in 2024 with tickets going on sale this month.

Stapleton, one of the most recognized names in country music, announced the 2024 tour dates among a banner year for the musician. 

In the last year alone, Stapleton was named Entertainer of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards and Male Vocalist of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards, according to a news release. He also performed the National Anthem on arguably one of the most-watched stages in America — the Super Bowl.

The 8-time Grammy-award winner, fresh off three more Grammy nominations, will be performing in Tampa at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre on Friday, May 10. Stapleton will be joined by Grace Potter and Nikki Lane.

Fans can start snagging tickets to Stapleton's Tampa show starting on Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. For more information on tickets,  click here. Stapleton isn't the only big-name performer bringing their talents to Tampa next year. A slew of exciting shows have been announced in recent weeks, spanning the spectrum of music.

Sticking in the world of country, Kenny Chesney and Morgan Wallen are both performing at Raymond James Stadium in 2024. Chesney is opening his stadium tour in Tampa on April 20. Wallen will perform for two nights — July 11 and 12.

Another familiar voice to country music fans — Darius Rucker — is getting the band back together to hit the road in 2024 for Hootie & the Blowfish's "Summer Camp with Trucks" tour. Hootie & the Blowfish will be in Tampa on Sept. 26.

Icons Billy Joel and Sting are taking the stage together for a Super Bowl-sized performance at Raymond James Stadium in February for one of next years most-anticipated shows on the calendar. Their concert is set for Feb. 24.

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Chris Stapleton and George Strait Are Touring Stadiums Next Summer

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George Strait just can’t shake the road. After retiring from regular touring in 2014, the Texas country music singer has played festival dates, one-off shows, and his successful Las Vegas residency Strait to Vegas . In 2023, he’ll add more to his itinerary when he joins Chris Stapleton for a string of stadium dates around the country. Little Big Town will open each show.

The dates are scattered throughout the summer, with at least one show in each month of the season, beginning May 6 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Three shows in June take Strait and Stapleton to Milwaukee, Seattle, and Denver, while the pair hit Nashville’s Nissan Stadium in July. The final date is currently scheduled for Tampa, Florida, in August.

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Over 50 Tampa Bay concerts to see during summer 2024

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The weather isn’t the only thing heating up around Tampa Bay.

Not only is Megan Thee Stallion bringing her “Hot Girl Summer Tour” to town — there’s a sizzling slate of concerts for fans of just about every music genre.

Expect to see some fun pairings, from longtime peers (Missy Elliott with Busta Rhymes) to some wild mashups (Red Hot Chili Peppers and...Ice Cube?). Sting, who just swung through Tampa with Billy Joel , will even return two more times to rock out with the Florida Orchestra.

Here are over 50 local shows we’re excited about.

Living legends

Diana Ross: The legendary Motown singer will bring solo hits and favorite songs from the Supremes to the BayCare Sound in Clearwater on Thursday, May 9.

Janet Jackson: The “Together Again” tour comes to MidFlorida Credit Union Ampitheatre in Tampa on Tuesday, July 16.

Sting and the Florida Orchestra : The “Englishman in New York” join conductor Michael Francis and the Florida Orchestra for two intimate benefit concerts. Thursday, May 9 and Friday, May 10 at the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg.

Latin stars

Bad Bunny: The Puerto Rican singer and rapper, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, will bring his irresistible blend of Latin trap and reggaeton to six Florida stops next year. Catch his “Most Wanted Tour” on Tuesday, May 21, at Amalie Arena in Tampa.

Peso Pluma: The 24-year-old Mexican superstar who beat both Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny’s YouTube streaming record last year announced a performance at Amalie Arena on June 21.

Pepe Aguilar : The “Jaripeo Hasta Los Huesos Tour” pays tribute to the Mexican tradition of the Day of the Dead. Sunday, June 30, at Amalie Arena.

Hip-hop and R&B

Megan Thee Stallion: Hotties, assemble. Megan Thee Stallion’s “Hot Girl Summer Tour” is coming to Amalie Arena in Tampa on Saturday, June 8. GloRilla will open.

The Kid LAROI: Charlton Howard won’t even be 21 yet when he comes to Tampa this summer. Find the rising rap star at the Yuengling Center with glaive and Chase Shaker on Sunday, June 9.

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21 Savage: The “redrum” rapper returns with his “American Dream Tour” on Friday, June 14 at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre.

Bryson Tiller : Tiller will share his blend of R&B and trap on Sunday, June 16 at the Yuengling Center.

Kid Cudi: Those on the “Pursuit of Happiness” can find Kid Cudi at Amalie Arena on Saturday, July 6 for the “Insano World Tour.” Pusha T and EARTHGANG will open.

Missy Elliott: The rap pioneer’s first ever headlining tour features some famous friends: Timbaland, Ciara and Busta Rhymes. Wednesday, July 24 at Amalie Arena.

$uicideboy$: The New Orleans rap duo, whose collab partners range from Travis Barker to the guitarist from Korn, will head to Amalie Arena on Sunday, Aug. 11.

Pop singers and songwriters

Hozier : The Irish singer-songwriter, whose songs bounce somewhere between blues, soul gospel, R&B and folk, has become something of a mystical character. He’ll take Tampa to church on Saturday, May 11, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre.

Chappell Roan : The self-proclaimed “Midwest Princess” is coming to Jannus Live in St. Petersburg on Sunday, May 19, hot off of opening for Olivia Rodrigo (Both singers work closely with producer Dan Nigro). Expect campy synth pop, technicolor costumes both onstage and in the audience and perhaps an appearance from local drag queens.

Madison Beer : Hear TikTok-famous hits like “Make You Mine” at Jannus Live during the “Spinnin Tour” on Wednesday, May 22, at Jannus Live. Upsahl will open.

Niall Horan: One Direction’s Irish heartthrob brings the “The Show” Live on Tour to MidFlorida Credit Union Ampitheatre on Friday, May 31.

Justin Timberlake: The pop star, now touring to support his sixth solo studio album, is bringing sexy back to Amalie Arena in Tampa on Friday, June 14.

Melanie Martinez: Beach Bunny and Sofia Isella open “The Trilogy Tour” on Tuesday, June 18, at Amalie Arena.

Alternative and rock

Sleep Token: The masked alt-metal band from England comes to Tampa’s Yuengling Center on Monday, May 6 with Empire State Bastard.

Toto: The band will bless the rains down in Africa at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater during the “Dogs of Oz Tour” on Wednesday, May 8.

Amon Amarth : “Heed our warning: We are gearing up for our biggest and most epic raid in North American history,” the Viking metal band posted to announce their upcoming tour. Cannibal Corpse, Obituary and Frozen Soul open the “Metal Crushes All Tour” on Saturday, May 18, at the Yuengling Center.

Santana and Counting Crows: Now celebrating a 50-year career, Santana will team up with Counting Crows on Sunday, June 16 at Amalie Arena in Tampa for the “Oneness Tour.”

Alanis Morissette: The Canadian-American singer is bringing a dose of ‘90s alt-rock nostalgia to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa on Wednesday, June 19. “You Oughta Know” that Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will be opening, along with Morgan Wade.

Red Hot Chili Peppers: Catch Flea and friends on the “Unlimited Love Tour,” featuring special guests Ice Cube and indie rockers IRONTOM, on Friday, June 21, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre.

Sammy Hagar : The Red Rocker — and special guest Loverboy — will perform during the “Best of All Worlds Tour” on Sunday, July 14, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa.

Styx and Foreigner: Foreigner already embarked on a farewell run in 2023, but a tour with Styx seems like a good reason to return to Tampa. Catch the “Renegades & Juke Box Heroes Tour” on Saturday, July 20, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre.

Chicago and Earth, Wind and Fire: The “Heart & Soul 2024 Tour” features two bands that have been going since the late 1960s — and two MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre shows. Thursday, Aug. 15 and Friday, Aug. 16.

Dirty Heads and Slightly Stoopid: Rock, hip hop, reggae and soul come together for this double-headliner at The BayCare Sound in Clearwater on Saturday, Aug. 3. Common Kings and the Elovators will open.

Beach Fossils: The Brooklyn indie rockers, whose sound ranges from lo-fi to surf rock, head to the Orpheum in Tampa on Friday, April 19.

ALVVAYS: The Canadian indie rockers will bring their dreamy indie rock hits to the Ritz Ybor in Tampa on Wednesday, May 1.

Waxahatchee : Punk rocker-turned-singer-songwriter Katie Crutchfield is coming to Jannus Live in St. Petersburg on Friday, May 3. Get there early to catch Australian indie rock duo Good Morning.

Kurt Vile : The former lead guitarist for The War On Drugs is bringing his solo music to Jannus Live on Wednesday, May 8.

Still Woozy : It’s hard to describe the funky fusion of indie pop that comes out of Sven Eric Gamsky, also known as Still Woozy. Check out the “Loveseat Tour,” featuring MICHELLE, on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at Jannus Live.

Chris Stapleton: The country singer’s “All-American Road Show” comes to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa on Friday, May 10. Nikki Lane and Grace Potter open.

Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown Band: The “Sun Goes Down Tour” comes to Raymond James Stadium in Tampa on Saturday, April 20.

Brooks & Dunn : Get ready to “Boot Scoot Boogie” on Saturday, May 4 at MidFlorida Credit Union Ampitheatre.

Kane Brown: The vocalist has been called “the future of country music” by Billboard. See him with Tyler Hubbard and Parmalee on Friday, May 31, or Saturday, June 1, at Amalie Arena in Tampa.

Tyler Childers : Check out Childers’ blend of country, folk and bluegrass at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater during the “Mule Pull ‘24 Tour” on Wednesday, June 5.

Morgan Wallen: One of country’s highest-streamed crooners is bringing his “One Night at a Time World Tour” to Raymond James Stadium for, well, two nights: Thursday, July 11, and Friday, July 12.

Zach Bryan: Jason Isbell opens “The Quittin Time Tour” on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Raymond James Stadium.

Tampa Bay Blues Festival: See Grace Potter, Blood Brothers, Bywater Call, Beth Hart, Tab Benoit and more from Friday, April 12, through Sunday, April 14, at Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg. See the full lineup at tampabaybluesfest.com .

Breakaway Music Festival: After years of Sunset Music Festival dominance, a new EDM event is coming to town. Breakaway Music Festival debuts at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa on Friday, April 26, and Saturday, April 27. Zedd, Sofi Tukker, Illenium and Kascade will headline.

WMNF Tropical Heatwave : The “eclectic music extravaganza” takes place at the Cuban Club in Ybor City on Saturday, May 4. Bands include The Record Company, Ruthie Foster, Say She She, The Dollyrots, Selwyn Birchwood and more.

Sad Summer Fest: The Vans Warped Tour may not be happening anymore, but this day-to-night festival comes close. See Mayday Parade, The Maine, The Wonder Years, We the Kings at the BayCare Sound in Clearwater on Saturday, July 27. Real Friends, Knuckle Punk, Hot Milk, Daisy Grenade and Diva Bleach round out the lineup.

Slash’s S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival: The Guns N’ Roses guitarist, soon releasing his blues album Orgy of the Damned, is coming to the BayCare Sound with ZZ Ward, Robert Randolph and more. A portion of the proceeds from this blues-themed celebration will go towards organizations focused on equity and justice.

Clearwater Smooth Jazz Jam: This two-day jazz and artist celebration takes over Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15. The lineup includes Jeffrey Osborne, Brian Culbertson, Sheila E. and the E-Train, Rick Braun, Richard Elliot, Gerald Albright, and Peter White.

Tampa Bay International Carnival: Celebrate Caribbean culture at this two-day festival featuring Inner Circle, also known as The Bad Boys of Reggae, Kes the Band and more. Saturday, July 13 and Sunday, July 14 at Albert Whitted Park in St. Petersburg.

Nostalgic acts and covers

Emo Orchestra: Grown-up scene queens can hear their favorite MySpace-era hits performed by a live orchestra at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater. Escape the Fate leads the festivities on Friday, May 3.

Tom Sandoval and the Most Extras: Bravo’s scandalous Tom Sandoval, of “Vanderpump Rules” fame, is heading to the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre on Saturday, May 18 with his cover band, the Most Extras.

Hauser : The Internet-famous Croatian cellist will return to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on Saturday, June 1. Expect to hear a wide range of covers across genres, from Celine Dion to Lady Gaga.

Motion City Soundtrack : The pop-punk band celebrates the 20th anniversary of their album “I am the Movie” with Prince Daddy & the Hyena and the Iron Roses at the Ritz Ybor in Ybor City on Sunday, June 2.

New Kids on the Block: The “Magic Summer 2024 Tour” will be a reimagining of the band’s 1990 tour of the same name. Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff open the show on Wednesday, July 19, at MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa.

Barbie the Movie: In Concert : You may have seen Margot Robbie at the movie theater. But have you watched the film with an all-women, majority women-of-color orchestra playing the soundtrack live? The hybrid movie-concert experience hits the MidFlorida Credit Union Ampitheatre on Tuesday, July 2.

Amalie Arena: 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Box Office: 813-301-2500. amaliearena.com .

The BayCare Sound: 255 Drew St, Clearwater. (727) 791-7400 and (800) 875-8682. rutheckerdhall.com/baycare-sound .

The Cuban Club: 2010 Avenida Republica de Cuba, Tampa. (813) 248-2954. cubanclubybor.com/events .

Jannus Live: 200 1st Ave. N, St. Petersburg. (727) 565-0550. jannuslive.com .

MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre: 4802 US-301, Tampa. midflorida.com/about-us/amphitheatre .

Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre: 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. (727) 791-7400 and (800) 875-8682. rutheckerdhall.com/plan-your-visit/the-nancy-and-david-bilheimer-capitol-theatre .

The Orpheum: 14802 North Nebraska Avenue, Tampa. Call 813-248-9500. theorpheum.com .

Raymond James Stadium: 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa. Stadium main line: (813) 350-6500. Ticket office: (813) 350-6502. raymondjamesstadium.com .

The Ritz Ybor: 1503 E 7th Ave., Tampa. (813) 87-EVENT (38368). theritzybor.com .

Ruth Eckerd Hall: 1111 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater. (727) 791-7400 and (800) 875-8682. rutheckerdhall.com .

Yuengling Center: 12499 USF Bull Run Drive, Tampa. Call the box office at 813-301-2500. yuenglingcenter.com

Gabrielle Calise is a culture reporter who covers music, nostalgia and offbeat Florida trends. Reach her at [email protected].

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Review: Country superstar Chris Stapleton shows it's about the conviction, not the showmanship

Let the parade begin. Country stars are coming to U.S. Bank Stadium.

Kenny Chesney was expected. After all, he's country's king of stadium concerts (he's back again on May 4). But on Saturday, Chris Stapleton kicked off a run of three new country-affiliated stadium performers.

Stapleton may be one of the most award-winning country artists of the past decade (including 10 Grammys, three for country album of the year, two CMA Awards for top album and seven for best male vocalist) but he doesn't seem to have anything in common with the other new headliners, underground phenomenon Zach Bryan (Aug. 24) and best-selling bad-boy Morgan Wallen (June 20-21).

Stapleton, a 45-year-old straw-cowboy-hat-wearin' Kentuckian, lives in the intersection of blues and country, two cousins in the sense that they can plumb deep emotions in straightforward ways. Stapleton is a master of concision, in conversation, lyrics and music. On Saturday, he was a masterfully expressive blues-rock guitarist, equal parts finesse and fire but never flashy.

As with George Strait, it's not about the showmanship with Stapleton, it's about the songs, vocals and musicianship. The theater footlights and a proscenium curtain backdrop notwithstanding, this was about as frills-free as a stadium show gets.

Stapleton is not a physical performer, but he's forceful. He knows how to make his voice roar, growl and even purr real nice and pretty when he wants to. He owes a debt to R&B shouter Otis Redding and full-volume rocker John Fogerty.

For two hours Saturday, Stapleton sang with deepfelt conviction, unleashing his vocal power in the homestretch on "The Devil Named Music" and "Traveller," the title track of his 2015 debut album. His most impassioned vocal came on "Cold," the heartbreaking power ballad with painfully lonely blues guitar, elevating it to the night's high point. How often is a ballad the best moment at a stadium concert?

Stapleton showed an expressive vocabulary on guitar, with galloping on "White Horse," garage-rock flailing on "Second One to Know," slacker bass-heavy twang on "Might as Well Get Stoned," swampy chicken pickin' on "Hard Livin'," bent-note blues on "Worry B Gone," soulful caresses on "Think I'm in Love with You," rumbling blues-rock on "Nobody to Blame," a boozy bluesiness on "Tennessee Whiskey" and haunting twang rock on "The Devil Named Music."

Missing in action Saturday was Stapleton's wife, backup singer Morgane Stapleton, but on board in the six-man band was harmonica player Mickey Raphael, who is usually with Willie Nelson & Family.

Stapleton, who opened for Strait at the Vikings stadium in 2021, understands the impact of being an opening act in a stadium can have. For his All-American Road Show tour, he tapped Marcus King, a rising blues-rock guitar hero, and Lainey Wilson, one of Nashville's hottest artists who captured top album and entertainer of the year at last November's CMA Awards.

Even though Wilson gave a no-gimmicks performance, it was easy to see why she earned the entertainer of the year prize from her peers.

Wilson, 31, cut a striking figure on the stadium's big screens with her hippie-meets-Western aesthetic of turquoise, fringe, bell bottoms and platform shoes. She was engaging, encouraging and effervescent. And she seemed genuinely grateful about her recent ascent after 13 years in Nashville.

With her unapologetic Louisiana drawl, Wilson imparted wisdom in the empowering "Things a Man Oughta Know" and the confidence-inducing "Atta Girl" (which she introduced by reading a female fan's sign: "I am smart, I am beautiful, I am godly").

She poured her heart into the very mainstream "Country's Cool Again", the Western-flavored "Wildflowers and Wild Horses" (which was introduced by a guitarist playing an instrumental version of "Ghost Riders in the Sky") and "Wait in the Truck," her award-winning duet with Jelly Roll that was rendered as a solo acoustic guitar number enrapturing the suddenly silent 47,000 fans in the huge stadium. And she closed the knockout hourlong set by belting out a big note on her own hit "Heart Like a Truck."

After opening for both Stapleton and Luke Combs at the Vikings stadium in her only major Twin Cities appearances, Wilson is clearly ready to headline her own arena show.

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Lucchese Launches Chris Stapleton Collection

DALLAS--( BUSINESS WIRE )-- Lucchese Bootmaker , the iconic heritage brand, is no stranger to legendary, storytelling partnerships. Today marks the release of Lucchese’s special custom collection in collaboration with 8x Grammy-Award winning artist, Chris Stapleton. The Lucchese x Chris Stapleton collection demonstrates the dedication, patience, and a love for the craft, which lace the foundations of what Lucchese and Stapleton both do so well, creating a harmonious and inimitable result.

“Lucchese boots are what cowboy boots are supposed to be”

While this collaboration project officially began in 2018 with product ideation, one could argue it had been brewing for many years before then, thanks to Lucchese and Stapleton’s mutual appreciation and respect for one another. This friendship began nearly ten years ago in El Paso, Texas, with Stapleton’s first visit to the Lucchese factory following a tour stop, and, now, the collaboration marks the culmination of a five-year journey between Lucchese and Stapleton. The result is a distinct suite of boots that seamlessly marries the artistry of bootmaking, storytelling, and philanthropy, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the star’s charity, Outlaw State of Kind . With his deep love of Lucchese being so evident from his collection of vintage boots to the Lucchese shirts his band wears on tour, this artistic joining of forces made for the most effortless collaboration.

"We are so delighted to welcome Chris Stapleton to the Lucchese family. If there was ever a relationship that was meant to be, Chris and Lucchese would be the one,” says Doug Kindy, Lucchese Bootmaker President. “Chris is at the top of his craft and continues to embody ingenuity, creativity, and soul throughout his illustrious career — all values we share and admire at Lucchese.”

“I'm of the mind that everything can be refined to an art,” says Stapleton, “and that's what I love about Lucchese boots — they've taken bootmaking and refined it to an art.”

The collection features three unique boot styles, each in two colorways, that are handmade in Texas – The Original , San Antonio , and Old Friend . The Original is a direct pull from the archives and is a replica of the first pair of boots Chris Stapleton ever designed during his first visit to the Lucchese factory. These all-American Buffalo boots boast a hand-corded moccasin toe that is a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail that Stapleton and Lucchese celebrate. The San Antonio is an echo of Lucchese’s vintage designs, featuring a colorway in the brand’s coveted Black Cherry finish. The boots are made with a brush-off Santini goat with a high-shine finish and historic Seville hand-cording detail, inspired by the San Antonio factory. Finally, the Old Friend bridges the gap between grit and traditionalism thanks to its Western silhouette and supple suede leather, acting as the “songwriters’ uniform,” and paying homage to Stapleton’s heroes who, in fact, feel like old friends.

“Lucchese boots are what cowboy boots are supposed to be,” says Stapleton. “I can't wait for people to try them on and find out what I already know: when you put a pair of these on, you don't need anything else.”

Lucchese’s rich legacy, spanning well over a century, has long been regarded as the epitome of masterful bootmaking. The brand's commitment to exceptional quality, meticulous attention to detail, and perfect blend of traditionalism and innovation has set the label apart in the industry, making it the preferred choice for connoisseurs and newcomers alike.

“Lucchese has been hand-making boots and leather goods the American way for 140 years, and this is as proud as we’ve ever been,” says Kindy. “We are proud, not only to call Chris a friend and to call ourselves fans, but also to have the unique opportunity to create a line of boots that honors Chris Stapleton, both personally and professionally.”

The Lucchese x Chris Stapleton collection is available for purchase in-store at all Lucchese retail locations and through Lucchese's official website. To learn more about Lucchese Bootmaker and the collaboration with Chris Stapleton, watch the partnership video and visit www.lucchese.com .

About Lucchese:

Texas-based Lucchese is a legendary bootmaker and iconic brand of the American West. Applying the same craftsmanship principles and techniques since 1883, Lucchese artisans use only the finest leathers, preeminent materials and a proprietary twisted cone last to construct boots of unrivaled quality, fit, comfort and style. For more information about the brand visit www.Lucchese.com brand or their social media channels: Instagram: @lucchese Facebook: @lucchesebootmaker Twitter: @lucchese1883

About Chris Stapleton:

Kentucky-born Chris Stapleton is an 8x Grammy, 15x CMA Award and 10x ACM Award-winner and one of the country’s most respected and beloved musicians. Over the course of his acclaimed career, he has released four albums, including 2020’s Starting Over which took home Best Country Album at the 67th Annual GRAMMYs as well as earning Album of the Year honors at both the CMA Awards and ACM Awards. Most recently, he was named the ACM Awards’ Entertainer of the Year as well as CMA Male Vocalist of the Year for the sixth time—setting the record for most wins ever in the category. Known for his electric performances, Stapleton has collaborated with Adele, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, P!nk and Santana among many others. He will continue to tour extensively this year as part of his headline All-American Roadshow as well as joining George Strait for a series of stadium shows. In addition to his work as a musician, Stapleton and his wife, Morgane, are founders of the Outlaw State of Kind charitable fund, which supports a variety of causes that are close to their heart.

This article first appeared on Men's Journal and was syndicated with permission.

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Chris Stapleton announces first Australian tour

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Chris Stapleton is one of the most beloved artists on the planet today, selling out arenas across the US and Europe, building his loyal fanbase that spans from grandkids to grandparents.

Stapleton's mesmerising soul-fused hoarse vocal harks back to blues and roots music of the deep south, with the Grammy winning artist seemingly overcoming his fear of flying to trek to Australian and New Zealand for his first tour.

The Kentucky-born artist is an 10-time Grammy, 15-time CMA and 10-time ACM Award-winner and one of the United States' most respected and beloved musicians.

In the midst of yet another triumphant year, Stapleton recently won two awards at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards : Best Country Solo Performance and Best Country Song (both for his #1 song, 'White Horse').

He was also named Entertainer of the Year at last year's ACM Awards — resulting in a prestigious ACM Triple Crown Award — and was named Male Vocalist of the Year for the seventh time at the CMA Awards this past fall, breaking his own record for most wins ever in the category.

Additionally, he performed the National Anthem at 2023's Super Bowl LVII and has collaborated in recent years with Adele, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Justin Timberlake, P!nk, Sheryl Crow, Santana and many more.

'White Horse' is from Stapleton’s acclaimed fifth studio album, Higher . Produced by Dave Cobb, Morgane Stapleton, and Stapleton, Higher was recorded at Nashville’s RCA Studio A. Across its 14 songs, Stapleton showcases his supernatural voice and musical versatility with songs that span genres and defy easy categorisation.

Alongside Stapleton (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, slide electric guitar), the album features Cobb (acoustic guitar, eclectic guitar), J.T. Cure (bass), Paul Franklin (pedal steel), Derek Mixon (drums), Morgane (background vocals, synthesizer, tambourine), and Lee Pardini (organ, piano).

There's no doubt that tickets to these stadium shows, where Stapleton will be joined by soulful Americana young gun Marcus King , will be the hottest in town.

Catch the playing the following shows. Tickets are on sale from 11am Friday 12 April.

Tuesday 25 February – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne

Friday 28 February – Brisbane Entertainment Centre

Tuesday 4 March – Sydney SuperDome

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Chris Stapleton

• Music, Folk, country and blues
• Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
• 25 Feb 26 Feb 2025

Time Out says

The country megastar is headed Down Under for the first time ever

If you’re a country music fan, you’re almost guaranteed to be familiar with Chris Stapleton. For those of you who are less familiar, let us assure you that Stapleton is a certified big name on the scene. He’s collaborated with Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran, not to mention his work with Taylor Swift for the re-recorded version of her song ‘I Bet You Think About Me’. 

The Kentucky-born star has won ten Grammys, 15 Country Music Association awards and 10 Academy of Country Music awards – placing him amongst the most celebrated musicians in the United States. Now, Chris Stapleton has announced that he’s finally touring Australia and New Zealand for the first time ever in early 2025. 

When is Chris Stapleton in Melbourne?

The legendary country muso will start his tour Down Under by playing two shows at Rod Laver Arena on February 25 and 26, 2025. After his Melbourne show, he’ll also pop into Brisbane and Sydney for two shows each. 

How can I get tickets to the Melbourne Chris Stapleton shows and how much do they cost?

The Live Nation presale starts at 11am on Thursday, April 11 – keen country beans can register here . General sales kick off on Friday, April 12 via Ticketek , also at 11am. 

What will the Chris Stapleton Melbourne show be like?

We’re expecting Chris Stapleton’s Melbourne show to be like a massive campfire singalong, if reviews of the US leg of his All American Road Show tour are anything to go by. There’ll likely be a mix of acoustic songs and full band numbers, including plenty of hits from Stapleton’s latest album Higher .

Who will the Melbourne Chris Stapleton support acts be?

Chris Stapleton will be supported by Grammy-nominated blues and Southern rock artist Marcus King, who is an American star in his own right. 

Want more music? Here are the best gigs happening in Melbourne right now.

Dates and times

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 7:00 pm Rod Laver Arena Various

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 7:00 pm Rod Laver Arena Various

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