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Chicago & Earth Wind and Fire - Live '04 at the Greek Theatre

"It was a very upsetting day to hear about my dear friend Fats. We spent many good times together, from rockin' on the road to spending time in each other's homes for a good downhome country dinner. We're both piano players from Louisiana. I love him, and now I miss him." - Jerry Lee Lewis Fats Domino was one of the first inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. Of the original 13 pioneers, only three remain; Don Everly of The Everly Brothers, Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis. Rest in Peace, Fats.

NASHVILLE, Tenn.  – Kenny Rogers’ musical career has touched many different styles of music throughout various generations, and his farewell performance to Nashville,  All In For The Gambler , served as a reminder of the musical impact that his career has had – and will continue to make for years to come. An all-star cast of Rogers’ contemporaries – and many of today’s hottest musical artists – turned up last night (October 25) at the Bridgestone Arena in Music City to pay tribute to the Country Music Hall of Fame member, who is in the midst of his farewell tour, “The Gambler’s Last Deal.” Perhaps the most emotional moment of the night belonged to Dolly Parton, who teamed with Rogers one last time on their 1983 hit “Islands In The Stream” after surprising both Rogers – and the audience – with a heartfelt performance of “I Will Always Love You” to her friend and collaborator. The two also reminisced about their lengthy friendship – which dates back to a Rogers appearance on h...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.  –  Kid Rock  announced today that he will be releasing his new album  Sweet Southern Sugar  on November 3 and will also hit the road on his "Greatest Show On Earth Tour 2018," produced by Live Nation. The tour kicks off on January 19 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee and will continue with 21 shows from coast to coast. Fans of the rocker can expect the same high-energy experience, but with brand new tracks from his latest album. Sweet Southern Sugar  is Kid Rock’s first album recorded in Nashville and features his spontaneous summer releases “Greatest Show On Earth” and “Po-Dunk,” as well as recent single “Tennessee Mountain Top.” The album ranges from country to classic rock, with a little rap sprinkled in between and highlights Kid Rock’s armory of talent, which transcends a single genre. Tickets and VIP packages for the tour will go on sale to the public the day  Sweet Southern Sugar  is released, November 3, at...