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Toby Keith Reveals Details on Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert Set for July 6

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:30:30 +0000

Details for Toby Keith's Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert have been revealed. The Moore native has put together an event, with the help of Garth Brooks, a fellow Okie, as well as Willie Nelson, Trisha Yearwood and Ronnie Dunn. All of the aforementioned acts are set to perform. The concert is slated for Saturday, July 6 at the University of Oklahoma's Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman.

Toby Keith Heads Home to Oklahoma, Surveys Damage From Deadly Tornado

Christina Vinson — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:00:46 +0000

Toby Keith only recently got back into the United States after his latest USO tour, and was actually in Moore, Oklahoma right before the deadly tornado struck on Monday (May 20), but left for Nashville to record new music just hours before it touched down. When he heard about the wreckage and devastation the storm caused, he returned to his hometown the next day, ready to help and assess the damage.

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'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 [...]

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 [...]

Country Song Showdown – Toby Keith Vs. Eric Church

Frank Seres — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 12:00:31 +0000

Last week’s Country Song Showdown turned out to be a landslide victory for Oklahoma’s own Blake Shelton over Tennessee native Kenny Chesney. This week, another Oklahoma superstar takes on a North Carolinian. Toby Keith is back on the charts with ‘Hope On The Rocks’, while Eric Church is making waves with ‘Like Jesus Does’. We’d [...]

Gordon Lightfoot 'Rainy Day People' KLAW Classic

KLAW Morning Crew — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:28:35 +0000

Celebrating the rain today with our KLAW Classic! Gordon Lightfoot reached the #1 spot on the Easy Listening charts with ‘Rainy Day People’, and made it into the top 50 on the country charts. Lightfoot actually did reach the top of the country charts as a songwriter with Marty Robbins’ ‘Ribbon of Darkness’, and with [...]

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 [...]

ACM Nominees Announced – Who Would You Vote For [POLL]

Nancy Mace — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 23:20:45 +0000

Nominees for the 48th annual Academy of Country Music Awards were announced via video conference yesterday morning. The winners will be announced in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 7th on CBS. The nominees are all listed below and we want to know who you think should win. Take our polls below and make your picks!

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 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, '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.