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Toby Keith

Since the 1994 release of his debut album, Toby Keith has produced 15 more studio records and charted more than 40 singles, including 19 number-one hits and 16 top-ten hits like “I Love this Bar,” “Beer for My Horses,” and “As Good as I Once Was.” Known for his country anthems and tough demeanor, the singer/songwriter has performed his way to the top of the country music industry.  

Keith has sold over 40 million records worldwide, including nearly a dozen gold and platinum-certified albums as well as a handful of double, triple and quadruple platinum records. His enthusiastic patriotism has led to the release of several passionate anthems including “Made in America,” “American Ride,” “Courtesy of the Red White and Blue” and “American Soldier,” which spent four consecutive weeks at number-one.

Keith was named Artist of the Decade at the 2011 American Country Awards in celebration of his continued success.  His newest endeavor, Hope on the Rocks, showcases a career's worth of experience, success and dedication. The album’s title track continues to receive wide radio play along with the top-twenty hit, “I Like Girls Who Drink Beer.”

Kip Moore

Kip Moore burst onto the country scene in 2011 with the release of his debut album. His first hit single, “Mary Was the Marrying Kind” earned him a reputation as a talented musician ready to rock.  Moore’s follow-up, “Somethin’ ‘Bout a Truck,” climbed to number-one on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart and achieved platinum status. His most recent single, “Beer Money,” continues to climb the charts.

Hailing from Florida, Moore grew up listening to music and playing guitar. After college, he landed in Nashville, where he has been immersing himself in the music industry ever since. With influences like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty and Kris Kristofferson, Moore has channeled his passion into writing hits including the 11 songs on his debut album.

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