Building an unparalleled musical legacy, a vibrant career at the top levels of entertainment
and a business empire worthy of a Forbes cover isn’t easy, but it’s not complicated either. In Toby
Keith’s case, there’s genius in the simplicity. His new album Drinks After Work is another perfect
example of how a big project like an album – not to mention a seemingly boundless and diverse
brand – can be boiled down to a few timeless truths about hard work and good times. Exceptions
prove every rule, however, and Keith is certainly not immune to life’s harsh realities when the
spotlight dims and storm clouds rise – as they did unmercifully in 2013.
The balance of the album celebrates life’s peaks, however, and that’s no accident as Keith’s
music has increasingly become a reflection of his live shows. He and his tight band of co-writers –
Scotty Emerick, Bobby Pinson and Rivers Rutherford – do most of their work on the road, grabbing
guitars and putting words to music during downtime between concerts.
“People ask why we write so many songs about drinking and partying,” he says. “Well, when
we’re writing, that’s what we’re doing. We’re out on the road working, but we’re festive. If we were
stuck in a cabin for a week hunting or something, you might write about being away from the party.
But when you’re on the road, you’ve got this crowd and you’re presenting a party to them, it’s really
hard not to get caught up in that and keep it fun. I like having a lot of that on my albums; when they
turn it on, I want them to smile.” And smile they have, propelling Keith to rarified air as one of the most successful songwriter/artists of all time with more than 80 million broadcast performances of his work
and 32 #1 singles.
Toby Keith Live at The MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Las Vegas
December 9th, 2016
Show at 9:00pm.
Tickets starting at $35.00
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Event Date :December 9, 2016 at 9:00pm