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Toby Keith Reacts to 'Devastating' Tornado in Hometown of Moore, Oklahoma

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:05:02 +0000

Country superstar Toby Keith called in to Anderson Cooper’s talk show on CNN Monday night (May 20) to talk about the deadly tornado that struck his hometown of Moore, Okla. earlier in the day. The storm tore through the community and wreaked havoc, striking two elementary schools and leaving behind a death toll of at [...]

Toby Keith Visits Troops in Philippines, Guam and Hawaii on USO Tour – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:30:41 +0000

Toby Keith is a proud American -- no one can dare argue that. His love for the country goes far, and takes care to visit the troops who are serving the nation as often as he can. The 'Red Solo Cup' singer recently visited servicemen and women and their families on his three-country, 10-day USO tour, which began April 28 and runs through May 7.

Toby Keith Pays Tribute to George Jones at Stagecoach

Christina Vinson — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:00:02 +0000

Toby Keith gave a fantastic performance at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival the same day that his old friend George Jones sadly passed away at the age of 81. Halfway through his set, the singer paid tribute to the iconic entertainer in a heartfelt way.

Toby Keith Heading Out on Another USO Tour

Christina Vinson — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:30:10 +0000

Country star Toby Keith is showing his devoted patriotism again by heading out on another USO tour this month, performing shows on military bases in the Philippines, Guam, and four free shows in the beautiful aloha state of Hawaii. Keith, who celebrated 10 years of USO tours last year, is set to tour for 10 [...]

Remember When Toby Keith Released His Debut Album?

Billy Dukes — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:47:58 +0000

It’s been 20 years since country fans were introduced to Toby Keith, the rabble-rousing 31-year-old from Oklahoma. ‘Toby Keith’ was released on Mercury Records April 20, 1993 and fans could get it on CD or cassette, since most were still asking “What is the Internet, anyway?” There were signs that the singer would be a [...]

Toby Keith, Carrie Underwood Battle for Top Spot in ToC Top 10 Video Countdown

Billy Dukes — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:30:22 +0000

Two country superstars clashed at the top of the Taste of Country Top 10 Video Countdown this week, with fans of Toby Keith and Carrie Underwood going vote for vote for new videos 'Hope on the Rocks' and 'Two Black Cadillacs.' Did Underwood hang on to repeat at No. 1?

Toby Keith's Daughter to Release Debut EP

Christina Vinson — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:08:12 +0000

Superstar Toby Keith is not only a fan-favorite country singer — he’s also a very proud dad. His daughter, Krystal Keith, is set to release her self-titled debut EP next month. Although the release of Keith’s full-length album, ‘Whiskey & Lace’ is still a few months away, there has been such a tremendous response to her song [...]

Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley to Play Watershed Music Festival

Megan Pacella — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 14:06:52 +0000

The three-day outdoor Watershed Music Festival is only two years in the making, but it's drawing some big names to headline the performances. Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley are among the talented country crooners who will take the stage at The Gorge Amphitheatre August 2-4. Sounds like this is a "can't miss" experience!

Toby Keith Remembers Bassist Chuck Goff: 'It Will Never Be the Same When I Look to My Left Onstage'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 21:00:01 +0000

Superstar Toby Keith lost a close friend and collaborator last week, when his bass player of 25 years, Carl “Chuck” Goff Jr., was killed in a car accident in Oklahoma. In the wake of Goff’s funeral service on Tuesday (March 5), the ‘Hope on the Rocks’ hitmaker posted the following statement to his Facebook and [...]

Toby Keith's Longtime Bassist Chuck Goff Killed

Billy Dukes — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:20:21 +0000

Toby Keith‘s bass player of 25 years has been killed in a two-car collision in Oklahoma. Carl “Chuck” Goff Jr. was Keith’s bassist, band leader, friend and the co-writer on two of his best known songs. He died on Wednesday (Feb. 27) at the age of 54. KOCO-TV reports that the accident occurred at about [...]

Toby Keith to Be Made Honorary Texan, Breaks San Antonio Rodeo Record

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 15:35:22 +0000

It’s time for Toby Keith to raise a red solo cup in the air and celebrate! The country singer just smashed an attendance record for an event that’s been in existence since 1950. So what record did Mr. Keith topple? He broke the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo attendance record, that’s what! He sold [...]

Toby Keith Unveils Signature Takamine Guitar

Megan Pacella — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 17:59:06 +0000

Toby Keith has written award-winning songs, opened a chain of restaurants and even made appearances on the small screen. Now, the country crooner can add ‘guitar designer’ to his resume. Keith has recently unveiled his Signature Takamine EF250TK acoustic guitar and it’s a beauty. Keith brought his decades of experience playing guitar to the table [...]

Toby Keith Trumpets 2013 Hammer Down Tour Dates

Megan Pacella — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:59:29 +0000

This summer, Toby Keith will lay down the hammer. The popular crooner has lined up 20 dates for his just-announced 2013 Hammer Down Tour, which will take off in June. Keith not only revealed that he’ll be bringing his popular tunes to cities all over the country, but also that Kip Moore will be joining [...]

Toby Keith Cancels All Meet and Greets Due to 'Security Concerns'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:00:13 +0000

Toby Keith is a guy who knows how to take care of himself. The rugged 6'3" performer doesn't seem like one to back down from a fight, but when it comes to his personal security, evidently something has the star spooked enough to take steps to limit the people who have access to him. The 'I Like Girls That Drink Beer' singer has canceled all upcoming personal fan interactions at his concerts, citing his security.

Toby Keith vs. Lady Antebellum – Taste of Country Bowl 2013, Round 1

Taste of Country Staff — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 21:30:00 +0000

The final Taste of Country Bowl Round 1matchup pits the hottest group in country music against an all-time great. With Lady Antebellum and Toby Keith, it's impossible to pick a favorite. But you'll have to. The two will need their loyal fans to stand up and be counted again and again to send them to Round 2 in this search for the most influential star in country music.

Carrie Underwood vs. Toby Keith – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:00:28 +0000

Yesterday's battle of country music superstars made for the most contested Showdown in months, as fans of Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean squared off to fight for their songs. In the end, Underwood's 'Two Black Cadillacs' was declared the winner. Today and tonight on Taste of Country Nights radio the dark country rocker will face yet another superstar.

Toby Keith, Luke Bryan to Headline First-Ever Thunder on the Mountain Country Festival

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 20:00:47 +0000

Over two dozen country artists will climb Mulberry Mountain for a three-night party next June. Toby Keith and Luke Bryan will headline the inaugural Thunder on the Mountain country music festival in Ozark, Ark. June 6-8, 2013. In addition to some of the top names from Nashville, fans can expect scenic camping and wide-open areas to fish, hike or take a float down the Mulberry river.

Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney Among Highest-Paid Musicians of 2012

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 22:00:32 +0000

Mirror, mirror on the wall, who are the highest paid country musicians of them all? That honor goes to country favorites Taylor Swift and Kenny Chesney. The superstars, along with Toby Keith, earned spots on the Forbes World's Highest-Paid Musicians of 2012 list. And you know that ain't a bad place to be.

Toby Keith Serves up Slices of Life in 'Hope on the Rocks' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 18:00:37 +0000

Toby Keith serves up more than few drinks in his 'Hope on the Rocks' video -- he offers up slices of life as he plays bartender, listening to the life stories of regular people and lending a helping hand.

Toby Keith Offers Another Tease of New 'Hope on the Rocks' Music Video

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:30:26 +0000

Toby Keith has offered up a second teaser for his upcoming ‘Hope on the Rocks’ music video — a clip that is sure to tug at the heartstrings of those who can’t resist a good old-fashioned sad country song. “You want the listener to know what they look like, where they came from and why [...]

Toby Keith, 'Hope on the Rocks' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:00:11 +0000

Toby Keith‘s ‘Hope on the Rocks’ lyrics chipped away at the singer’s mind for quite a while before he finally put them to paper last year. The tune is the latest single from Keith’s album of the same name. “Last fall I was driving out to my hunting and fishing ranch in southern Oklahoma,” recalls [...]

Toby Keith Introduces Characters in 'Hope on the Rocks' Video

Megan Pacella — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:00:13 +0000

The long wait to see Toby Keith‘s ‘Hope on the Rocks’ video is just about over. But in case you are dying to learn more about the characters in the storied song, the country star has released a teaser video to introduce some of them to you. ‘Hope on the Rocks’ isn’t your average drinking [...]

Toby Keith Signs Daughter to Show Dog-Universal Record Deal

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:30:53 +0000

Proud papa Toby Keith has welcomed his daughter, singer-songwriter Krystal Keith, into the fold as a recording artist on his Show Dog-Universal record label. According to her bio, Krystal displayed a natural talent for music at the early age of five. But instead of giving her easy breaks, her parents chose the harder route of [...]

Toby Keith Talks Fried Foods, Moonshine and Music on 'The Talk'

Megan Pacella — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 16:00:09 +0000

It shouldn’t surprise anyone that when Toby Keith stopped by ‘The Talk’ on Tuesday (Nov. 14), his food focus was all about deep frying and alcohol. Of course, the country crooner carved out some time in his interview to chat about music, too. The tell-it-like-it-is country star kicked off his interview by showing off the [...]

Love and Theft vs. Toby Keith – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:00:28 +0000

Yesterday's song battle between new singles by Dustin Lynch and Love and Theft was a dogfight, with both artists calling upon fans to vote until the final minutes of Taste of Country Nights radio. In the end, 'Runnin' Out of Air' grabbed 57 percent of the vote, sending the duo on to face a country music superstar today.

Best Title Track of 2012? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 19:30:19 +0000

This week, Toby Keith released the song 'Hope on the Rocks' as his new single. The title track from his latest album is the seventh of its kind -- songs that are also album titles -- to be released to country radio in 2012. Which is the best of the bunch? Decide in today's readers poll.

Toby Keith, 'Hope on the Rocks' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:00:53 +0000

The title track to Toby Keith's 'Hope on the Rocks' album shows the singer's genuine understanding of the nuanced relationships between bartenders and their regulars. But it's not just barkeeps that will relate to the ballad. Servers, liquor store clerks, the dry cleaner, radio DJs... anyone who provides a service and a set of open ears will appreciate his story.

Toby Keith's Son, Stelen Keith Covel, Makes Youth All-American Bowl

Jessica Nicholson — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:00:58 +0000

Toby Keith sure has something to be proud of. The singer's 15-year-old son, Stelen Keith Covel, was recently named to the 2013 Eastbay Youth All-American Bowl.

Toby Keith, Luke Bryan + More Added to 2013 Houston Rodeo Lineup

Cory Stromblad — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 22:00:08 +0000

Toby Keith and Luke Bryan have been announced as performers for the 2013 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo annual event, joining fellow country superstar Jason Aldean. Pop superstar and 'X Factor' judge Demi Lovato is also booked as a big act at the much-anticipated rodeo.

Toby Keith, 'Hope on the Rocks' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:00:01 +0000

Toby Keith‘s new album ‘Hope on the Rocks’ is a loud and sudsy collection of songs about beer, barrooms, heartbreak… and beer. Much like a Saturday night out at your favorite watering hole, it’s rowdy and fun, but difficult to remember the next morning. Very little about this new effort from Toby Keith stings like [...]