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CBS News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
George Strait and Chris Stapleton are coming to Pittsburgh. Here's what to know.
George Strait, the king of country music, is coming to Pittsburgh with Chris Stapleton on Saturday. Straight is the only act in history to have a Top 10 hit every year for over three decades, and with more than 30 different platinum or multi-platinum albums, he has the third most certifications of any artist, only behind The Beatles and Elvis Presley. He'll be joined by eight-time Grammy winner Chris Stapleton and Parker McCollum. If you're going to the show, here's what you need to know. When do gates open? Gates open at 4:30 p.m., an hour after the ticket office opens at 3:30 p.m. The show starts at 5:45 p.m. Fans with general tickets can use any gate to enter the stadium. Those with floor tickets should use Gate 6 on Reedsdale Street. When do parking lots open? Parking lots on the North Shore will open for tailgating at 12:45 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to avoid traffic. This weekend is also Pittsburgh's Pride celebration, so more people will be coming Downtown. Acrisure Stadium says concertgoers can use JustPark to pre-purchase a parking pass, though inventory is limited. If you're looking to save money on parking, you can park Downtown and ride the T for free. Acrisure Stadium's bag policy The concert will follow the NFL's clear bag policy, but the stadium encourages fans to leave their bags at home. If you need to bring one, you can bring a clear plastic bag the size of a 1-gallon Ziploc bag or a small handheld purse clutch. One thing you don't need to bring: cash. Acrisure Stadium is a cashless venue, both for concessions and merch. Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
CBS News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Jelly Roll and Post Malone highlight the start of Pittsburgh's summer concert season. Here are other artists coming to town.
Pittsburgh music fans are gearing up for what will be a busy few days in the Steel City. Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and George Strait are all hitting the stage to kickstart the unofficial start of Pittsburgh's summer concert season. Post Malone and Jelly Roll taking over PNC Park Nine-time Grammy Award-nominated artist Post Malone is bringing Jelly Roll and Sierra Ferrell to PNC Park on Thursday. Post Malone, whose real name is Austin Post, will perform some of his biggest hits and brand new songs from his sixth studio album, "F-1 Trillion," which was released in August 2024. "F-1 Trillion" landed at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and was nominated for a Grammy Award for "Best Country Album." Music sensation Jelly Roll, who broke into the mainstream following the release of his 2022 singles "Son of a Sinner" and "Need a Favor," has joined Post Malone for the 25-city tour. Remaining tickets can be found here. George Strait headlines Acrisure Stadium show Country music superstars George Strait and Chris Stapleton are bringing their tour to Acrisure Stadium. Both artists will take the stage in Pittsburgh on Saturday night as part of a run of five select stadium shows across the Northeast. Strait, dubbed the "King of Country Music," has sold more than 105 million albums while earning over 60 major entertainment awards. Stapleton, an 11-time Grammy Award winner, recently won Best Country Solo Performance at the 67th Grammy Awards for his rendition of "It Takes A Woman." Remaining tickets can be found here. Other country stars coming to Pittsburgh Thomas Rhett is coming to the Pittsburgh area in June. Rhett's "Better In Boots Tour" will stop at the Pavilion at Star Lake on Friday, June 13. Five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan is headlining another summertime tour at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown on Aug. 2. Multi-time Grammy-nominated country star Jason Aldean is bringing the "Full Throttle Tour" to the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown on Saturday, Aug. 9.
Hamilton Spectator
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Horoscope for Sunday, May 18th, 2025
There's tension brewing in the air that could spill over into petty drama and bickering. For any problems or conflicts that arise, we should do our best to deal with the issue as cool and calmly as possible since there's a danger of overreacting or rushing to judgment. We should also be mindful of negative thinking or spending too much time with people who zap our energy and enthusiasm. Instead, we should connect with folks with a lighthearted vibe and engage in activities that can help us take our mind off things for a little while. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You may want to do things your way, but employing teamwork, patience and compromise will yield much better results. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Beware of swallowing your feelings. It's better to be honest and acknowledge where you're at. This way, you can find a solution. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Don't give in to pessimistic thinking. There's hope in the air — go and find it. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It may be necessary to back out of a social engagement or take a break from social media. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) It's impossible to be right all the time. Be open to learning from others. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Give more time and energy to the things you can actually control. It can save you a lot of unnecessary stress. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Don't allow others to ruin your mood or peace of mind. Do something that makes you happy instead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You might feel the need to squirrel yourself away from others today. Follow your instincts. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Be mindful of overthinking. Keep it simple. Focus on what's right in front of you. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Take care not to let fear drive your decisions. You'll know when something is right for you when it aligns with both your heart and values. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Ask for clarification before jumping to conclusions or making assumptions. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Don't try to pack too much into one day. If there's work to do, prioritize it by importance so that you can give yourself room to relax. FOR TODAY'S BIRTHDAY You're highly aspirational, and you don't settle for less. When working toward a goal, you push yourself until you reach it. You devote yourself to what you love, like your craft or family. You may even be a pillar in your community or well-respected among your peers. You're not afraid of a challenge because you know it builds strength and character. Every obstacle you've faced has helped you become the tenacious, shrewd, and down-to-earth person you are. This year, you could achieve recognition for your work, reinvent your career, or rediscover your mission in life. BIRTHDATE OF: Tina Fey, comedian/producer; George Strait, country music singer; Travis Hunter, professional football player.
Fox News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Country icon George Strait brings fans to tears during emotional moment at concert
The "King of Country Music" George Strait made fans emotional during a recent concert. At a performance in Philadelphia last week, Strait, 72, performed his 2011 song "I'll Always Remember You," which contains a spoken bridge about his potential retirement. When a fan shared a video of the performance on social media, many fans expressed sadness at the subject matter. "I have maybe five good years to sing my songs for you folks," Strait said in the song. "But hell, it's been around 50 now. And I still love it just as much as I ever did. When I walk through those curtains and I see your smiling faces, my feet don't touch the ground again until I walk back out and get on that bus. I don't know how many more years I can do this. I figure a few. I do want you to know, though, when I do walk off this stage and I'm settled in far away from all this, I'll still hear your screams and cheers in my mind, and I will always remember you." Several fans commented on the video of the performance, emotional over hearing the country legend's touching message. "Don't make me cry George," one fan wrote on TikTok. Another comment read, "This one's gonna hurt when he goes." "Not ready for that day… the king will forever be the king," a fan wrote. While loyal fans became emotional at seeing Strait's performance of "I'll Always Remember You," his reps confirmed with Fox News Digital that he performs this at every show. In 2012, Strait announced his retirement from touring; however, he occasionally performs for his country fans from time to time. Although Strait appeared mindful of the physical toll that the road takes on a performer, he has not shown signs of slowing down. In September, he released his first album in five years, "Cowboys and Dreamers." Also in 2024, the "Amarillo by Morning" singer broke a U.S. concert attendance record for the largest U.S. ticketed show when he stepped onstage at Kyle Field at Texas A&M in College Station. At the time, Strait played to a crowd of 110,905 fans in central Texas, as he broke an all-time attendance record previously set by the Grateful Dead nearly 50 years ago. "The energy was absolutely incredible. We felt like we were making history, even before the record-breaking attendance was announced," an insider told Fox News Digital about his performance. "Kyle Field is already an amazing place, and this just took it to another level." "So many Texans grew up on George Strait, so to have him perform in the heart of Aggieland where he is so beloved, was something really special. From packed floor seats to the top rows on the highest deck, everyone was all in for George." The Texas native grew up ranching on his family's 2,000-acre cattle farm. He was inspired by British Invasion rock groups in the 1960s and began playing in garage bands in high school, where he met his longtime love, Norma. The country legend has achieved the most No. 1 albums in the history of country music, which includes 20 of his 60 No. 1 hits. Strait has 13 multiplatinum albums and 38 gold albums. His 1992 "Pure Country" catalog went six times platinum, and his highest certified album is the 1995 classic "Strait Out of the Box."
Fox News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Country icon George Strait says he has 'maybe 5 good years' left to perform
The "King of Country Music" George Strait hinted that his time on the stage may be drawing close to an end. During a performance in Philadelphia last week, Strait, 72, opened up to his fans that the road to permanently retiring is inevitable. "I have maybe five good years to sing my songs for you folks," Strait said to the audience during his concert, as seen in a video a fan shared to social media. Despite the looming idea of retirement, Strait's love of performing remains as he laughed and smiled with his fans. "But hell, it's been around 50 [years] now," he reflected. "And I still love it just as much as I ever did. When ... I walk through those curtains and I see your smiling faces, my feet don't touch the ground again until I walk back out and get on that bus." In 2012, Strait announced his retirement from touring; however, he occasionally performs for his country fans from time to time. "I don't know how many more years I can do this. I figure a few," he continued. "I do want you to know, though, when I do walk off this stage and I'm settled in far away from all this ... I'll still hear your screams and cheers in my mind, and I will always remember you." Although Strait appeared mindful of the physical toll that the road takes on a performer, he has not shown signs of slowing down. In September, he released his first album in five years, "Cowboys and Dreamers." Also in 2024, the "Amarillo by Morning" singer broke a U.S. concert attendance record for the largest U.S. ticketed show when he stepped onstage at Kyle Field at Texas A&M in College Station. At the time, Strait played to a crowd of 110,905 fans in central Texas, as he broke an all-time attendance record previously set by the Grateful Dead nearly 50 years ago. "The energy was absolutely incredible. We felt like we were making history, even before the record-breaking attendance was announced," an insider told Fox News Digital about his performance. "Kyle Field is already an amazing place, and this just took it to another level." "So many Texans grew up on George Strait, so to have him perform in the heart of Aggieland where he is so beloved, was something really special. From packed floor seats to the top rows on the highest deck, everyone was all in for George." The Texas native grew up ranching on his family's 2,000-acre cattle farm. He was inspired by British Invasion rock groups in the 1960s and began playing in garage bands in high school, where he met his longtime love, Norma. The country legend has achieved the most No. 1 albums in the history of country music, which includes 20 of his 60 No. 1 hits. Strait has 13 multiplatinum albums and 38 gold albums. His 1992 "Pure Country" catalog went six times platinum, and his highest certified album is the 1995 classic "Strait Out of the Box."
