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Published on February 12, 2025
George Strait and Chris Stapleton to Light Up Pittsburgh's Acrisure Stadium in Star-Studded Country ConcertSource: Bede735, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Country music fans in Pittsburgh, strap in your cowboy boots and get ready for a night with the stars under the city lights. George Strait, the enduring "King of Country Music," and Chris Stapleton, a powerhouse with 11 Grammy Awards, are uniting for a tour stop at Acrisure Stadium on May 31, as WTAE reported. This notable event is the talk of the town, not only because it showcases two generations of country giants but also because up-and-coming artist Parker McCollum is the opening act.

The collaboration between Strait and Stapleton creates a buzz that proves the legacy and the evolving landscape of country music can draw fanatics from all corners. With over 105 million albums sold, Strait is a legend who has stood the test of time, with a top-10 hit streak spanning three decades, according to CBS News Pittsburgh. On the other hand, Stapleton recently tied the record for most CMA wins ever with Brooks & Dunn and is laying down new milestones with his soul-shaking vocals and masterful guitar work. His presence on the stage alongside Strait symbolizes a bridge between the past, present, and the bright future of country music.

Tickets for this heralded event will become available on February 21 at 10 a.m. If past sales and the hysteria they've caused are any indication, it will be a swift rodeo to secure a seat. Strait himself echoed the sentiment of eager anticipation with a heartfelt message, "Please don't ever stop. I still love it just as much as I always have," he said in a statement obtained by CBS News Pittsburgh. "Thank you for an amazing year last year, and I can't wait to see you for a few more again this year. Chris will be back, and we've added Parker M. to the show, which will be outstanding. Can't wait to see you!"