Tim McGraw Cancels Here On Earth Tour

Tim McGraw’s Here On Earth Tour has been scraped. The superstar delivered the disappointing news to fans on Wednesday (May…

Lauren Jo Black

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May 21, 2020

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Tim McGraw’s Here On Earth Tour has been scraped.

The superstar delivered the disappointing news to fans on Wednesday (May 21), explaining that it was a difficult decision to make but that the health and safety of fans was his number one concern.

“I hope my live shows are proof enough of how much I absolutely love performing for you guys. I’m so sad to have to cancel this year’s Here on Earth Tour but everyone’s safety has to be the top priority,” McGraw shared across his social media channels. “We’re working with our teams to figure out when and how we can get back out on the road and see you all safely. In the meantime, we’re looking for some new ways to connect with you and get more music out.”

The Here On Earth Tour was slated to kick off on July 10 and feature Midland and Ingrid Andress. The trek was also scheduled to include two stadium dates with reigning CMA Vocalist of the Year Luke Combs also on the bill.

McGraw is one of several artists who announced plans to either cancel or postpone tours this week in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The cancellation comes just days after the Louisiana native shared his touching new single, “I Called Mama.”

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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.