George Strait, Johnny Cash listening events added to CMA Fest

The events take place this weekend in Nashville

Additional artists and events have been added to the second annual UMG Nashville Takeover at Skydeck on Broadway later this week June 6-9. Joining the star-studded lineup at the rooftop event at Fifth + Broadway in downtown Nashville are newly signed Universal Music Group Nashville artists Carter Faith and Tucker Wetmore.

Previously announced artists at the free event include Anne Wilson, Bryce Leatherwood, Catie Offerman, Caylee Hammack, Dalton Dover, Josh Ross, Josh Turner, Kassi Ashton, Kylie Morgan, Lee Greenwood, Louie TheSinger, Maddie & Tae, Mark Wills, Mickey Guyton, Sam Williams, Terri Clark, The War And Treaty, Travis Denning, Tyler Hubbard and Vincent Mason.

Two exclusive listening events have also been added. Fans will get a preview of the full forthcoming album from George Strait, Cowboys and Dreamers, and they can attend an advance listening of six songs from the new album Songwriter, by Johnny Cash. Strait will not be in attendance.

At the four-day event, fans can enjoy performances, artist photo & signing opportunities, fan club parties, plus a special performance by Cirque du Soleil. Rising talents Dillon James, Timothy Wayne, Belle Frantz, Owen Riegling, and Colt Graves are set to perform as part of a new artist showcase, presented by Whiskey Jam.

Exclusive merchandise, limited edition vinyl, autographed memorabilia, and more are available from 11 am until close.

The event is free to the public, open to all ages, and is ADA accessible. A new canopy roof and cooling fans allow this event to proceed rain or shine. Fans are encouraged to RSVP early at UMGNLive.com to expedite entry.

Fans who cannot join the festivities in Nashville can tune in for a UMG Nashville Takeover livestream Thursday through Saturday on Twitch.

Buddy Iahn
Buddy Iahn