The young whippersnappers of modern Country owe a lot to Dwight Yoakam. Once shunned by the Nashville elite, the pioneering singer-songwriter is credited with paving the way for Country music's acceptance in the mainstream. His 'hillbilly honkey tonk' stylings earned him a following of fans that called themselves 'Cow-Punks' in retaliation to the polite Country Pop of the late 70's.

The Grammy-winning country artist Travis Tritt is hitting the road! With The Allman Brothers amongst his influences, Travis has always dipped into the southern rock sound more than his other country artist contemporaries. His shows are always a boisterous affair, and you can expect to hear Tritt standards such as Foolish Pride and Best of Intentions.

Trading a stetson for a trucker cap, Texas wild child Koe Wetzel does country music his way. A resident of the Lone Star State, he fuses the raw, hillybilly East Texas country music of his upbringing with a punk rock spirit and bro-country hooks, all wrapped up in a fun-loving persona that makes for a party atmosphere at his live shows. Now, he's taking his country smash-hits all across America with the Damn Near Normal Tour.

It's hard to believe it's been nearly two decades since The Used first burst out of Utah with a burning desire to upset the status quo of their uptight home state. This they achieved and more; the band led a generation of kids not content with the radio-friendly pop of the early 2000s and their burning screamo anthems still hold sway today.

Gwar is a heavy metal band formed in Richmond, VA, in 1984. The band is best known for its elaborate science fiction/horror film inspired costumes, obscene lyrics and graphic stage performances, which feature humorous enactments of politically and morally taboo themes. Their grotesque costumes make them easy to identify, and their science-fiction mythology theme only adds to the band portrayal of them being warriors.

The Avett Brothers are a non-traditional bluegrass band that originated in Concord, North Carolina. The two brothers, Seth and Scott, formed the group after the breakup of the former rock band, Nemo, adding a third member, Bob Crawford. Don't miss them live on the road this year as they bring their awesome sound to you!

Alternative indie rockers Gin Blossoms and Santa Barbara's Toad the Wet Sprocket are embarking on a co-headlining tour, joined by special guests Vertical Horizon! This tour showcases both bands at their best as they perform all their greatest hits for fans. Don't miss the chance to see these '90s hitmakers on the road this late summer!

Witness one of the most thrilling theater shows on the road, The Magic of Motown, celebrating the greatest music from the greatest performers of the Motown era! Experience an evening of pure joy with this unmatched tribute to the legendary names who defined decades of iconic music.

American rapper Juvenile and the 400 Degreez Band are heading out on a huge nationwide tour this summer to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the gold-certified track, Back That Azz Up. You might have caught the orchestral rendition that he performed during his NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concert, and his live show promises to be even better. Make sure you catch him on this special tour!

Ever since the 1978 release of their politically-charged, landmark debut album Handsworth Revolution, iconic British roots reggae outfit Steel Pulse have shaped the music landscape with a pioneering and innovative spirit. Fusing the well traversed upbeats of reggae with elements of jazz, latin music, dance and R&B, the went on to become the first non-Jamaican band to win a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album.