Dates: March 25, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Megadeth has been one of heavy metal's most important bands for over twenty years thanks to landmark albums like the double platinum "Countdown to Extinction" and "Peace Sells… but Who's Buying?" which Allmusic calls "One of the best beginning-to-end metal albums ever." Seven time Grammy nominees, Megadeth continually sells out arenas across America with its powerful live show.
RODEO HOUSTON Darius Rucker @ Reliant Stadium, Houston
Dates: March 9, 2010 at 6:45 PM
As the front man of Hootie & The Blowfish, Darius Rucker reinvented mainstream pop/rock in the mid-1990s. Now, Rucker is bringing his unique vocal talent to the country stage. This GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter saw Learn to Live — his first country album — debut at number one on the Billboard charts, and watched the first single, "Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It," hold steady at the top of the chart for weeks.
The Charleston, S.C., native has been a fan of Buck Owens, Dwight Yoakam and Radney Foster since his early years. Fans of Hootie & The Blowfish — many of whom had already made the natural migration from pop to country radio — realize that the band’s catchy songs were rooted in the same elements that make great country music. His first country album earned him the 2009 Country Music Association Horizon Award.
RODEO HOUSTON Rascal Flatts @ Reliant Stadium, Houston
Dates: March 10, 2010 at 6:45 PM
Ten years ago, Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney appeared on the country music scene as Rascal Flatts. The trio is a top-selling group in all genres of music — breaking through traditional barriers to bring its unique sound to everyone.
Along the way, the guys have had 10 number one and 20 top 10 singles, and have seen every one of their studio albums go multi-platinum — with total sales approaching 19 million. The GRAMMY©-winning group has appeared on the soundtrack for "Cars," won multiple Academy of Country Music, Country Music Association, Country Music Television and People’s Choice awards. Their ballads of heartache and love, such as "Bless the Broken Road," touch fans of all ages, and they get the crowd rocking with tunes such as "Bob That Head."
With their latest studio album, Unstoppable, the guys of Rascal Flatts continue to bring accessible and eclectic country music to fans, while showcasing their vocals and musical harmony.
RODEO HOUSTON Brad Paisley @ Reliant Stadium, Houston
Dates: March 11, 2010 at 6:45 PM
As one of the biggest stars in country music, Brad Paisley keeps entertaining crowds with his unique music style and songwriting wit. Known for his alternately poignant and funny songs — but always dead-on hits — he is a triple threat with strong singing, songwriting and guitar playing skills.
Paisley released his first album in 1999, "Who Needs Pictures," and has recorded seven more albums since. His latest album, "American Saturday Night," garnered Paisley his 14th number one single and 10th consecutive chart-topper with "Then." All of Paisley's albums have certified platinum or multi-platinum, and he has won three GRAMMY awards and been named Best Male Vocalist for the last two years by the Country Music Association and the last three by the Academy of Country Music.
RODEO HOUSTON Toby Keith @ Reliant Stadium, Houston
Dates: March 12, 2010 at 6:45 PM
Toby Keith burst on to the country music scene in 1993 with the Billboard number one "Should’ve Been a Cowboy." The hit was followed by a self-titled debut album that certified platinum.
Born and raised in Oklahoma, Keith’s colorful past working in rodeo, on oil rigs and as a semi-pro football player have added to this singer’s allure. Keith has released 16 albums and has won awards from the Academy of Country Music, American Music Association, Billboard Music and the Country Music Association.
The title track from his latest album, American Ride, is rocketing up the charts and proving once again that Keith is a hit maker.
RODEO HOUSTON Keith Urban @ Reliant Stadium, Houston
Dates: March 16, 2010 at 6:45 PM
Born in New Zealand, Keith Urban learned to play guitar as a 6-year-old in Australia, and at 8, Urban was winning talent shows. Winning has come naturally to Urban ever since, starting with his first award as a solo artist in 2001, the Country Music Association Horizon Award. Along the way, Urban has earned more than 12 awards from the CMA, the Country Music Television Music Awards, the Academy of Country Music and the GRAMMY® Awards. He also married his wife, actress and fellow Australian Nicole Kidman, in 2006.
Since 2001, Urban has sold more than 10 million copies of his five albums. Urban is not only a talented singer and entertainer, he also is incredibly talented with a multitude of instruments. Urban plays acoustic and electric guitar, piano, ganjo (a six-string banjo with the neck of a guitar), slide guitar and mandolin. Urban truly shines on stage, and has the ability to stretch out musically and to connect with his audience.
RODEO HOUSTON Black Eyed Peas @ Reliant Stadium, Houston
Dates: March 18, 2010 at 6:45 PM
Growing from a trio to a quartet, the Black Eyed Peas have transcended their hip-hop roots and have become a global phenomenon. The goal of the group is to connect with its audience through the most fundamental ways: making people have a good time.
In 1998, the original three members of the group, will.i.am, apl.de.ap and Taboo, released their debut album Behind the Front. The album garnered critical acclaim for the trio and its live band. The group's sophomore album, Bridging the Gap, was released in 2000, and the third album, 2003’s Elephunk, featured a new member, Fergie. Elephunk stormed the Top 40 with three singles.
Two years later, the quartet returned with its fourth album, Monkey Business, the first album co-written by all the members. The album featured the hit singles "Don’t Phunk with My Heart" and "My Humps." Two years later, the hit single "Boom Boom Pow" announced the group’s return for The E.N.D. (Energy Never Dies), its fifth album.
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