16 August 2024

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CMT celebrates legendary band Alabama with star-studded tribute

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In a two-hour special, ‘CMT GIANTS: ALABAMA’, the iconic country music band Alabama was honoured in a star-studded tribute that featured once-in-a-lifetime performances and heartfelt tributes from some of the biggest names in the music industry. The event, which aired on CMT, celebrated the band’s storied career, marking their indelible influence on the country music scene. The evening’s performances included renditions of Alabama’s greatest hits, with Blake Shelton teaming up with Steve Wariner and Kara Britz for a powerful version of ‘Old Flame’, while Brad Paisley delivered a rousing performance of ‘Old Alabama’. Jason Aldean’s rendition of ‘Love in the First Degree’ and Jamey Johnson’s soulful take on ‘Angels Among Us’ also captivated the audience. Other performances included Little Big Town’s version of ‘The Closer You Get’, Old Dominion’s energetic take on ‘Roll On (Eighteen Wheeler)’, and Pam Tillis and Lorrie Morgan’s duet of ‘Feels So Right’. Sam Hunt rounded off the musical tributes with his version of ‘Song of the South’. In addition to the musical performances, the special featured appearances by some of Alabama’s long-time friends and fans, including boxing legend Evander Holyfield, country stars Luke Bryan and Martina McBride, and music icons Lionel Richie and Vince Gill. The evening also included exclusive sit-down interviews with Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry, reflecting on their remarkable journey in the music industry. For those who missed the live broadcast, ‘CMT GIANTS: ALABAMA’ is available on CMT VOD starting Friday, 16th August. Fans can also catch encores on CMT, MTV Live, and CMT Music over the coming days, with scheduled airings on Saturday, 17th August, and Sunday, 18th August, among other dates. This celebration of Alabama’s legacy is not to be missed, offering a rare opportunity to see some of the biggest names in country music honour one of the genre’s most influential bands. How to Watch: 16th August: Available on CMT VOD 17th August: 12pm/11c on CMT 18th August: 6pm/5c on MTV Live 21st August: 2pm/1c on MTV Live 23rd August: 8pm/7c on MTV Live 24th August: 8pm/7c on CMT Music 25th August: 8pm/7c on CMT Music, 5pm/4c on CMT Music   To read more exclusive articles and latest news, see our last issue here. Never miss a story… Follow us on: Instagram: @Maverick.mag Twitter: @Maverick_mag Facebook: Maverick Magazine Media Contact Hannah Larvin, Editor, Maverick Magazine Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 920 Email: editor@maverick-country.com  

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Kristian Bush solo tour

Kristian Bush of Sugarland set for UK solo tour

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Kristian Bush, the multi-platinum selling, Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, is set to bring his solo act to the UK at the end of August, ahead of Sugarland’s much-anticipated relaunch this autumn. Bush, a founding member of the country duo, will embark on a seven-show UK tour starting on 24th August at The Long Road Festival in Leicestershire. The tour includes performances in London, Manchester and Liverpool, as well as a festival in Paisley, Scotland. Bush’s relationship with the UK music scene stretches back decades, beginning in 1994 when he opened for Melissa Etheridge at the iconic Royal Albert Hall. However, this tour marks his first UK performances since Sugarland headlined the C2C Festival in 2018. The year is proving to be one of the busiest of Bush’s career. In March, he made his Grand Ole Opry debut with his duo Billy Pilgrim. Additionally, he produced Megan Moroney’s second album, ‘Am I Okay?’, which received rave reviews upon its release. July also saw the release of an island remix of his hit single ‘Trailer Hitch’, featuring Boots Rock Reggae master Cas Haley. Following his UK stint, Bush is set to rejoin Sugarland for the co-headlining ‘Take Me Home’ arena tour with Little Big Town in the United States. The tour, named after the groups’ collaborative version of Phil Collins’ classic ‘Take Me Home’, is scheduled to launch in October in Greenville, South Carolina and conclude in December at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The tour celebrates Little Big Town’s 25th anniversary as a group and marked 20 years of Sugarland, with The Castellows set to open for the shows.     To read more exclusive articles and latest news, see our last issue here. Never miss a story… Follow us on: Instagram: @Maverick.mag Twitter: @Maverick_mag Facebook: Maverick Magazine Media Contact Hannah Larvin, Editor, Maverick Magazine Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 920 Email: editor@maverick-country.com

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