So Many Amazing Country Artists Performing at the Minnesota State Fair!

Soo I was getting super excited for the State Fair and I somehow managed to find a way to get even more excited when I remembered that there are going to be a ton of amazing artists at this years fair! The question becomes who to choose. I'm leaning towards Toby Keith (a 9.0 on the hottie scale) and Reba.

Okay so I'm a little biased towards the country singers, but here's the full line up to choose from.

REBA
with special guest Ronnie Dunn
7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25

DEF Leppard
with special guest Heart
7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26


Big Time Rush
7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27

Carnival of Madness
5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28

The Happy Together Tour 2011
8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29

STEELY DAN
with special guest Sam Yahel
7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30

TOBY KEITH
Presented by Ford F-Serieswith special guest Eric Church
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31

MARC ANTHONY
8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1

A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION
with Garrison Keillor
6:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2

WEEZER
Minnesota state fairAmateur talent contest finals
8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4
FREE with paid fair admission!

TRAIN & MAROON 5
with special guest Matt Nathanson
6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5

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Taylor Swift comes back to Minnesota

My girl Taylor Swift is finally making her way back to Minnesota on June 14th, and boy oh boy am I excited. The country singer I am sure will rock out the Xcel Energy, just like she always does! But get this- T-Swift ain’t just going to be there for one night, no she is going to be there two straight nights in a row! That’s right, not only is she performing on June 14th but she is coming back the next night on June 15th for another performance! Talk about an encore!

Sugarland at the Target Center on May 7th

The hit country duo Sugarland was founded in 2002 in Atlanta, Georgia and they have been performing ever since. In fact, they will be performing at the Target Center in Minneapolis on May 7th, 2011! Sugarland broke through in 2004 with the release of their debut single "Baby Girl", the first single from their multi-platinum debut album Twice the Speed of Life. In 2006, the duo won a Grammy for "Stay". In 2008 they released their third album, titled Love on the Inside. This album produced three more #1 singles with "All I Want to Do", "Already Gone"and "It Happens". Their fourth album, The Incredible Machine was released on October 19, 2010 in both a standard and deluxe edition. Upon "The Incredible Machine" being certified platinum, Sugarland's physical album sales exceed 9 million copies, with an additional 5 million digital tracks sold.

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Kenny Chesney Performing on March 25th at Xcel Energy Center!

Kenny Chesney will be performing at the Xcel Energy Center on March 25th as part of the "Goin' Coastal Tour." He will also be performing with other hit singers Billy Currington and Uncle Kracker. I don't need to tell you that Kenny Chesney is one of the best country singers in the business today. Chesney has recorded 15 albums, 14 of which have been certified gold or higher by the RIAA. That pretty much indicates how popular he is. He has also produced more than 30 Top Ten singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, 20 of which climbed to the top of the charts. He has been noted as one of the best live performers of this generation. Purchase your Kenny Chesney tickets today with Ticket King!

Rascal Flatts at Xcel Energy Center

On Friday, January 21, 2011, the hit country band Rascal Flatts will be performing at the Xcel Energy Center. The band consists of Jay DeMarcus, Gary LeVox, and Joe Don Rooney. The Rascal Flatts have been performing since 2000 and are based out of Columbus, Ohio. The Rascal Flatts have released 7 studio albums and have gained worldwide recognition as one of the most popular country bands of all time.

The Rascal Flatts have released twenty-seven singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including ten Number Ones. They have won numerous awards across the board for country music. They have also been widely considered as one of the best live performance artists. Don't miss your chance and see the Rascal Flatts live at the Xcel Energy Center! Purchase your Rascal Flatts tickets today!

World's Toughest Rodeo on February 4th & 5th at Xcel Energy Center

Attention country music fans and rodeo fans - the World's Toughest Rodeo is coming back to town on February 4th and 5th at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. They start at 7:30 PM each night.

See world champion cowboys in action showing their power and agility in the World's Toughest Rodeo. Also watch barrel racing cowgirls and the wild antics of the rodeo clowns. World’s Toughest Rodeo is an exciting spectacle families won’t soon forget.

The popular “Party on the Dirt,” featuring live entertainment by a nationally renowned recording artist, will take place once again following Saturday night’s rodeo action. Purchase your World's Toughest Rodeo tickets from Ticket King today!

George Strait and Reba McEntire on October 21

Hey country fans, I'm the guest writer on the blog today. I'm an intern and will be writing on here occasionally. On Thursday, October 21st, George Strait and Reba McEntire will be performing at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Both are country singing legends that are arguably the most iconic figures for their gender. Strait is referred to as "The King of Country" and McEntire is called "The Queen of Country." Strait has 57 #1 hits as of 2010, breaking a music record and has sold more than 68.5 million records worldwide. McEntire has sold more than 56 million albums worldwide and the 7th best selling artist of all time.

Coming Soon To Chicago: A Little More Country!

Less than a month ago I was just a simple Minnesota girl that loved listening to country music while sitting on the tailgate of Ryan's truck, sitting at the local bars with my friends, sitting around a bonfire or just hanging out at friends houses. In a blink of an eye I find myself putting my two weeks in at work, packing up all my things, saying goodbye to family/friends and moving to Chicago to be with my amazing boyfriend. When you think of Chicago your first thought isn't exactly going to be country music but I am hoping I am able to change that just a little bit! I haven't figured out how I am going to accomplish this yet but I will have a lot of time on my hands so Chicago better watch out! :) My heart will always be in Minnesota so don't worry I will still post a ton of good information about Minnesota country concerts! I know there will be many times when I miss my friends and family but I know if I turn on some great country songs it will make me feel a lot better and a lot closer to them. To my family, friends and co-workers, I love you all! "I will count the days and the miles back home to you..."

Is Toby Keith Coming To Minnesota?

Back in April I wrote a post about Toby Keith's Tour making a stop in Minnesota. A few months ago on his website their was a schedule date for Toby Keith to perform in Minnesota on July 16th but that date is no longer on his website. Has anyone heard if Toby Keith is no longer coming to Minnesota and the reason behind it or has he just changed the date? I am a little confused about the whole thing and am just looking for some answers :) Thank you for your help!

Jerrod Niemann's New Single "Lover, Lover"

A few weeks ago my roommate came home and told me about a new country song that she absolutely love and she introduced me to one of my new favorite country songs "Lover, Lover" by Jerrod Niemann. Jerrod Neimann has been releasing songs since 2006 but this was his first top 10 single. Not only does Jerrod Neimann sing he also writes songs for very famous country artist like Jamey Johnson, Neal McCoy, Julie Roberts and wrote Garth Brooks hit single "Good Ride Cowboy." Jerrod Niemann has such a great voice and this song has such a good rhythm and fun lyrics to sing along with I am not surprised at all that it is a top 10 hit. If you haven't heard it yet I highly suggest taking a few minutes to listen to it because I am sure you will love it too!

"Lover, Lover"
Well the truth, well it hurts to say
I'm gonna pack up my bags and I'm gonna go away
I'm gonna split, I can't stand it
I'm gonna give it up and quit and aint never coming back

Girl but before I get to going, I've got to say,
I know you used to love me but that was yesterday,
And the truth, I won't fight it,
When the love starts burning you got to do what's right.

Woh-oh lover, lover lover, you don't treat me no good no more,
Woh-oh lover, lover lover, you don't treat me no good no more,

Well the truth, yeah it hurts to say,
I'm gonna pack up my bags and I'm gonna go away,
I'm gonna split, I can't stand it,
I'm gonna give it up and quit, ain't never coming back

Girl but before I get to going, I've got to say,
There was a time, oh woman, when you used to shake it for me,
but now, all you do is just treat me cold,
Ain't gonna take it no more, gonna walk out the door,

Lover, lover lover, you don't treat me no good no more,
No good no more more more more
Lover, lover lover you don't treat me good no more,
Yeah yeah yeah yeah

Well I'd wait up for you almost every night
and I'm hurting so bad cause you don't treat me right
Oh woman, oh woman you know I love you so
but you're so mean to me baby, I'm walking out the door,
Oh lover, oh lover, yeah-yeah

No good no more more more more

I know you used to love me in every way
but now im giving it up, and I'm tired of crying babe
I can't stand it no longer, it hurts me to say,
but I'm packing up my bags and going far away,
Hey lover, oh lover yeah-yeah

Lover, lover lover, you dont treat me no good no more
Lover, lover lover, you dont treat me no good no more