The multi-platinum hitmakers reunite the original gang for a new tour
Genre-bending chart-topping duo Big & Rich, in collaboration with the incomparable Gretchen Wilson, announce the revival of the iconic MuzikMafia for an electrifying 20th anniversary celebration tour. The multi-platinum hitmakers are set to kick off the tour on February 23rd at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo with stops throughout North America, including many Rock the Country festivals in the south. Additional dates are to be added.
In a celebration of two decades of musical fellowship, the MuzikMafia will hit the road once again, promising fans an experience filled with the spirit of country music collaboration and innovation that kicked off a true musical ‘movement.’ “The movement, a force to be reckoned with, changed the course of country music,” says John Rich of Big & Rich.
MuzikMafia, a musical movement founded in the early 2000s, became synonymous with breaking genre boundaries and fostering creativity. Big & Rich, Gretchen Wilson, and Cowboy Troy, key figures in the original MuzikMafia lineup, are set to bring back the magic movement a force to be reckoned with. The legendary MuzikMafia jam sessions was a movement that launched numerous careers and often had such superstars as Kid Rock, Martina McBride, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Bon Jovi, Faith Hill, and others drop by to jam on any given night.
The tour is expected to showcase a mix of classic hits from their massive debut albums — Gretchen’s Here For The Party and Big & Rich’s Horse Of A Different Color — that defined the act’s careers and new collaborations that demonstrate the enduring creativity of these country music icons.
“Reuniting for the 20th Anniversary Celebration Tour feels like coming home,” expresses Big & Rich. “The energy and camaraderie that defined the movement are as alive as ever, and we can’t wait to share that with our fans.”
“I’m not sure if it’s the smile on Kenny’s face, the fire in John’s eyes, or the red of my neck…but something tells me this year’s 20th anniversary is gonna be epic!” adds Wilson.
MuzikMafia, founded by Big Kenny, John Rich, and others, was a collective of musicians and songwriters dedicated to breaking down musical barriers. The movement gained prominence in the early 2000s and left an indelible mark on the country music landscape.
2024 MuzikMafia 20th Anniversary Tour Dates:
Feb 23 – San Antonio, TX @ San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Mar 9 – Chandler, AZ @ Ostrich Festival
Apr 6 – Gonzales, LA @ Rock the Country
May 10 – Rome, GA @ Rock the Country
June 2 – Madison, IL @ Worldwide Technology Raceway
June 6 – Bourbonnais, IL @ Bradley 315 Fest
June 21 – Mobile, AL @ Rock the Country
July 6 – Choctaw, MS @ Pearl River Resort
July 12 – Fort Laramie, OH @ Country Concert
July 13 – Beaver Dam, KY @ Beaver Dam Amphitheater
July 19 – Cullman, AL @ Rock the South
July 27 – Anderson, SC @ Rock the Country
Aug 16 – Verona, NY @ Turning Stone Resort Casino – Event Center
Aug 17 – Mashantucket, CT @ Foxwoods Resort Casino – Premier Theater
