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Tour Announcement · 97 Performances
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Announces 2026 Winter Tour
Trans-Siberian Orchestra will bring “The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO and More!” to arenas across the United States and Canada for 97 performances from November 19 through December 30, 2026.
Fan-club presales begin September 10 and 11, followed by the official presale September 17. General ticket sales begin September 18.
🎟️ New Venue Spotlight
VyStar Pavilion Has Arrived
A new live music destination has arrived in Port Wentworth, Georgia. VyStar Pavilion opened in August 2026, with its 912 Community Day & Ribbon Cutting coming September 12.
The concert calendar is already heating up with Whiskey Myers, CAAMP, ZZ Top with Cheap Trick, Ty Myers, Motionless In White and THIRD DAY among the upcoming shows.
CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT will be following this new venue and the shows fans need to know about.
Explore Venues →🎪 Festival Road
Where Are We Heading Next?
CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT is following major Rock and Country festivals throughout the United States and Canada.
Louisville Festival Weeks & Rock The South
We’re also following festivals including Aftershock, Welcome To Rockville, Country Thunder, Stagecoach and many more.
🎵 New Music
Parmalee — “Meet My Maker”
Parmalee is back in the CRANKiT spotlight with new music: “Meet My Maker.”
We'll be following the song and what's coming next from Parmalee.
Parmalee Coverage →⚡ New Band Spotlight
Meet The Jetsetters
Tommy London and Britt Lightning have joined forces in The Jetsetters, a new high-energy Rock band built around loud guitars, big hooks and a modern edge.
Their debut single and music video, “Above The Noise,” introduced the band’s sound. The lineup also features Johnny Martin on bass and Valerie Franco on drums. With The Label Group supporting the project, more music, videos and live performances are ahead.
Meet The Jetsetters →📻 Lowcountry Radio Milestone
Jeff “T-Bone” Taylor — 39 Years on the Air!
On September 13, 2026, Jeff “T-Bone” Taylor celebrates 39 years in radio—all of them right here in the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire.
From the music and memories to the friendships built along the way, T-Bone has spent nearly four decades doing what he loves: helping make listeners’ days a little better.
From everyone at CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT: congratulations, T-Bone, and thank you for 39 years on the air!
Meet Jeff “T-Bone” Taylor →📻 Rock Radio
Congratulations LA Lloyd's Rock 30 — 26 Years!
For more than a quarter century, LA Lloyd's Rock 30 has connected Rock fans with the songs, artists and interviews that keep Rock radio loud.
From everyone at CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT: congratulations to LA Lloyd and Rock 30 on 26 years!
🎸 CRANKiT Giveaway Winner
CONGRATULATIONS, MISSY V!Congratulations to Missy V, winner of the Bret Michaels & Bret Michaels Band signed guitar from CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT!
Thank you to Bret Michaels, Norman, Rob, Pete, Meri, Dean, Big John, the BMB crew and everyone who helped make the giveaway possible.
The August guitar has found its new home, but our Monthly Signed Guitar Giveaway continues. A new guitar. A new featured artist. Another chance to win.
Monthly Guitar Giveaway →🕊️ Remembering Music Legends
Dolly Parton & Frank Beard
CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT remembers two unforgettable artists whose music and influence reached generations of fans.
Dolly Parton
Singer. Songwriter. Performer. Businesswoman. Humanitarian. Dolly Parton built an extraordinary career that helped shape Country music while her generosity touched millions of families.
Her songs, her spirit and the kindness behind the rhinestones will remain part of her incredible legacy.
Frank Beard — ZZ Top
For more than five decades, Frank Beard provided the unmistakable heartbeat behind ZZ Top.
His shuffle, pocket and musicianship helped create a sound recognized around the world. CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT celebrates the music and memories Frank leaves behind.
❤️ Artist Update · Recovery Road
Keep Getting Stronger, Bret
Bret Michaels continues his recovery road after stepping away from the stage to focus on his health and getting back to 100 percent.
The stage isn't going anywhere. Get healthy, get strong, and we'll see you when you're ready to CRANKiT UP again.From everyone at CRANKiT ENTERTAINMENT and the fans waiting to see him back doing what he loves: keep moving forward, Bret.
Upcoming Festivals · Date Order
Next on the Festival Calendar
September 17–20, 2026 — Louder Than Life · Louisville, Kentucky
September 24–27, 2026 — Bourbon & Beyond · Louisville, Kentucky
October 1–4, 2026 — Rock The South · Decatur, Alabama
Officially Confirmed for 2027
May 6–9, 2027 — Welcome To Rockville · Daytona International Speedway · Daytona Beach, Florida
May 13–16, 2027 — Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival · Historic Crew Stadium · Columbus, Ohio
July 8–10, 2027 — Country Concert · Hickory Hill Lakes · Fort Loramie, Ohio
July 15–18, 2027 — Country Thunder Wisconsin · Twin Lakes, Wisconsin
July 16–18, 2027 — INKCARCERATION · Ohio State Reformatory · Mansfield, Ohio
Following for 2027 · Official Dates Coming Soon
Under the Big Sky · Freedom Country Fest · Country Jam USA · Rock The Country · Lone Star Smokeout · Dauphin’s Countryfest · Rock Fest
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