Luke Bryan Announces New Album, 2020 Tour

Luke Bryan just surprised fans with the announcement of a new album and 2020 tour. The superstar revealed the news…

Lauren Jo Black

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January 16, 2020

1:10 pm

Luke Bryan; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Luke Bryan just surprised fans with the announcement of a new album and 2020 tour.

The superstar revealed the news Thursday in a surprise Facebook Live video where he also took the time to perform a few songs.

While he didn’t divulge too many details about his new album, he did reveal that his next project will be titled Born Here, Live Here, Die Here and that it will be released April 24. The album will include Bryan’s hit singles, “What She Wants Tonight” and “Knockin’ Boots.”

As thousands of fans watched, the Georgia native also shared details about his Proud To Be Right Here Tour, which kicks off May 28 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The summer run will feature special guests Morgan Wallen, who will provide direct support, as well as Runaway June and Caylee Hammack, who will each appear in the opening slot on select dates of the tour.

“‘Proud to be right here’ is a phrase from my new album’s title track, ‘Born Here, Live Here, Die Here’ (written by Jameson Rodgers, Josh Thompson, Jake Mitchell),” the two-time ACM and CMA Entertainer of the Year shared in a statement. “From the moment I first heard it, I loved that this song related so closely to how I grew up and how I still have so many ties to my hometown. It’s a connection I feel is so important in country music. I am truly so thankful to have the opportunity to make music for my fans and to look out into the crowds each night from stage and be proud of what we’ve created. And I’m excited to get on the road with these guest artists too. I’ve been watching what Morgan is building with his fans and it has been so fun to watch! I know with him, Caylee and Runaway June on this tour it’s going to be such a high energy night for everyone.”

The Proud To Be Right Here Tour kicks off May 28 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The summer run will also include a “few stadiums,” in which Bryan teased will include some special surprises.

Fans can stay tuned to Bryan’s website for details.

Prior to the release of his new album, Bryan will return to American Idol as a judge alongside Lionel Richie and Katy Perry. The new season of the hit show will premiere February 16 on ABC.

Luke Bryan’s Proud To Be Right Here Tour

5/28 Cincinnati, OH Riverbend Music Center

5/29 St. Louis, MO Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

5/30 Brandon, MS Brandon Amphitheater

6/5 Orange Beach, AL The Wharf Amphitheater

6/18 Darien Center, NY Darien Lake Amphitheater

6/19 Hartford, CT Xfinity Theatre

6/20 Columbia, MD Merriweather Post Pavilion

6/25 Milwaukee, WI Summerfest at American Family Insurance Amphitheater*

7/16 San Diego, CA North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre**

7/17 Mtn View, CA Shoreline Amphitheatre

7/18 Sacramento, CA Toyota Amphitheatre

7/23 Bend, OR Les Schwab Amphitheater

7/24 Bend, OR Les Schwab Amphitheater

7/25 Portland, OR Sunlight Supply Amphitheater

7/30 Nashville, TN Bridgestone Arena

7/31 Little Rock, AR Simmons Bank Arena

8/4 New York, NY Madison Square Garden

8/5 Gilford, NH Bank of NH Pavilion

8/6 Gilford, NH Bank of NH Pavilion

8/14 Bangor, ME Darling’s Waterfront Pavilion

8/21 Virginia Beach, VA Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach

8/23 Bristow, VA Jiffy Lube Live

8/28 Charlotte, NC PNC Music Pavilion

8/29 Raleigh, NC Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek

8/30 Charleston, SC to be announced….

9/24 Des Moines, IA Wells Fargo Arena

9/25 St. Paul, MN Xcel Energy Center

9/26 Green Bay, WI Resch Center

10/1 Bossier City, LA CenturyLink Center

10/2 Lafayette, LA Cajundome

10/8 Fresno, CA Save Mart Center

10/9 Los Angeles, CA Staples Center**

10/10 San Bernardino, CA Glen Helen Amphitheater**

Morgan Wallen on all dates except **

Morgan only*

Caylee Hammack May 28- July 31

Runaway June August 4- October 10

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Lauren Jo Black

Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.