01-08-2025
'90s Country King Announces Final Concert: 'Time to Bring It All Back Home'
'90s Country King Announces Final Concert: 'Time to Bring It All Back Home' originally appeared on Parade.
Country star John Michael Montgomery is giving fans one final shot to see him perform live. The 'Life's a Dance' singer, 60, announced in 2024 he'll retire from touring at the end of this year. Today, Montgomery announced his final live performance and teased some epic surprise a post shared to social media, the country crooner wrote, "It's time to bring it all back home for the last show. I can't think of a better place than @rupp_arena!" before sharing information on a December 12, 2026 show at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Montgomery won't perform alone. The "I Swear" singer will be joined by brother Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery/Gentry, son Walker Montgomery, and son-in-law Travis Denning.
The show marks a homecoming of sorts for the 60-year-old singer who began his career in Lexington.
Supportive fans were quick to join the conversation in the comment section with one stating, "Going to be amazing!" while another added, "I never booked a trip to Lexington so fast in my life."Why Is John Michael Montgomery Retiring?
John Michael Montgomery is retiring from touring due to his ongoing battle with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a degenerative nerve condition that makes it challenging for him to move about the stage.
What Is Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease?
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease causes nerve damage primarily to the legs and arms.
When Was John Michael Montgomery Diagnosed With Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease?
John Michael Montgomery announced in 2021 that he had been battling the disease for over a decade. While the singer plans to perform on occasion, his rigorous touring schedule will come to an end after the just-announced December show.
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'90s Country King Announces Final Concert: 'Time to Bring It All Back Home' first appeared on Parade on Jul 29, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
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