George Strait’s first live album due in February
ByDec 19, 2002 11:00 PM
George Strait, who has long been one of country music’s most popular live acts, releases his first concert album on Feb. 26.
George Strait, who has long been one of country music’s most popular live acts, releases his first concert album on Feb. 26.
The 16-song CD, titled “For the Last Time--Live from the Astrodome,” was recorded on the closing night of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 3, at which Strait performed for more than 68,000 fans, including President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush.
Strait co-produced the album--his 30th--with longtime collaborator Tony Brown.
The Astrodome was home to the Livestock Show and Rodeo for 37 years, but the event will move to Houston’s new Reliant Stadium in 2003. Strait is scheduled to appear at the event’s opening ceremonies on Feb. 25.
Strait is scheduled to open a http://www.soundspike.com/story/668>new round of tour dates in January.