Tonight, Live Jam invites country music fans to experience the raw energy and soul of live performances with the Live Country Radio Show. This five-hour extravaganza delivers non-stop live country music, featuring recordings from iconic concerts, live albums, and festival stages across the genre’s history. Fans can expect toe-tapping rhythms, sing-along choruses, and the thrill of experiencing their favorite country artists as if they were in the crowd themselves.

The timing couldn’t be better. As the 2025-2026 live music season approaches, major country music festivals and tours are beginning to announce star-studded lineups. Summerfest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, will feature a headline performance by Post Malone on June 27, 2026, alongside a special guest set from country singer-songwriter Carter Faith. Over on the East Coast, the Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood, New Jersey, has started revealing artists and payment plans for its June 18–21, 2026 festival, promising four days of high-energy live performances.

In California, the renowned Stagecoach Festival in Indio returns April 24–26, 2026, with a lineup set to deliver a quintessential country experience, while WE Fest in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, August 5–8, 2026, will showcase powerhouse acts including Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn, and Thomas Rhett. New Jersey’s Freedom Mortgage Pavilion will host Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic in Camden on July 3, 2026, continuing a decades-long tradition of celebrating country music under the summer sky.

Beyond festivals, the touring scene is abuzz with major announcements. Country music icon John Michael Montgomery has revealed that 2025 will be his final touring year, culminating with a farewell concert on December 12 at Lexington’s Rupp Arena. Lainey Wilson continues to rise as a modern country star, returning as host for the 59th Annual CMA Awards, while Raul Malo of The Mavericks is navigating recovery from stage 4 colon cancer, leaving fans hopeful for a potential December performance in Nashville. Meanwhile, Drake White and his wife Alex White are taking time to grieve the recent loss of their daughter, a somber reminder of the personal stories behind the artists we admire.

Industry updates signal shifts in the country live music landscape as well. AEG Presents, the global live entertainment giant, expanded its operations by acquiring Nashville-based event producer Gary Musick Productions in June 2025, strengthening its festival and destination management reach. In a nod to changing audience preferences, AEG also signed a partnership in September 2025 to serve non-alcoholic beverages at its venues, highlighting evolving consumer trends within live events.

Tonight’s Live Country Radio Show on Live Jam offers fans a front-row seat to these ongoing developments and legendary performances, from historic live albums to festival sets that capture the spirit of country music. Whether you’re revisiting classic recordings or discovering a new live favorite, the show provides an immersive experience for every country music enthusiast. Tune in at 7PM EST and let the live music carry you through the night with unforgettable performances and exclusive live tracks.

For listeners eager to keep up with the latest in country festivals, tours, and live performances, Live Jam remains the definitive source for streaming authentic live music from the world’s top country artists.

Live country music festivals and tours are being announced for the 2025-2026 seasons. Many of the genre’s biggest festivals have begun revealing their lineups, while some of country’s most legendary artists are preparing for their final tour runs. 

Upcoming festivals with country artists

• Summerfest (Milwaukee, WI): Post Malone will headline on June 27, 2026, with a special guest performance by country singer-songwriter Carter Faith.
• Barefoot Country Music Fest (Wildwood, NJ): Payment plans and artist announcements have begun for the 2026 festival, scheduled for June 18–21, 2026.
• Stagecoach Festival (Indio, CA): The 2026 festival, scheduled for April 24–26, 2026, has unveiled a star-studded lineup that promises a major country music experience.
• WE Fest (Detroit Lakes, MN): The 2026 lineup for August 5–8 includes Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn, and Thomas Rhett.
• Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic (Camden, NJ): The annual festival will be held at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on July 3, 2026. 

Artist news and tour updates

• John Michael Montgomery: The country music icon has announced that 2025 will be his final year of touring. His final concert will be held on December 12 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.
• Lainey Wilson: She will return to host the 59th Annual CMA Awards, cementing her status as a leading voice in modern country music.
• Raul Malo: The Mavericks frontman has completed his latest round of radiation in his battle with stage 4 colon cancer. Though some tour dates were canceled, a December concert in Nashville is still a possibility.
• Drake White: He and his wife, Alex White, are mourning the loss of their daughter, who passed away shortly after birth. 

Recent industry headlines

• AEG expands event production: Live music giant AEG Presents acquired Nashville-based event producer Gary Musick Productions in June 2025, broadening its event and destination management services.
• Sponsorship deals: In an industry shift, AEG also signed a deal in September 2025 to serve non-alcoholic beverages at its venues, indicating a response to changing consumer preferences.