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October 31, 2008

Tell us: What's the best country music live act?

081102cover The magazine has a great interview this weekend with all three members of country music super trio Rascal Flatts. Bassist Jay DeMarcus talks about which member is the dreamer, the soul of their sound, and the geek, while lead singer Gary LeVox dishes on growing up with Jay and guitarist Joe Don Rooney gives an inside look at their life on the road. The band is nominated for its sixth straight CMA award this year, so it's no secret they put on a good performance. But we want to know if you think they're the best live country music act. So vote below for Rascal Flatts, Toby Keith or Kenny Chesney, and then tell us in the comments who you chose and why.

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Posted by: Peter | Jun 22, 2009 5:32:54 AM | Flag as abusive

I HAVE NEVER BEEN TO A TOBY KEITH CONCERTS BUT I HAVE HIM ON MY COMPUTER

Posted by: THELMA HORNE | Feb 24, 2009 5:23:47 PM | Flag as abusive

rascal flatts is the best group i like alot. they are amazing group.

Posted by: je | Feb 11, 2009 2:31:56 PM | Flag as abusive

hi

Posted by: paul awad | Dec 3, 2008 6:24:20 PM | Flag as abusive

I have seen all three of these in concert. Kenny and Rascal Flatts both put on a good show, but neither of them come close to Toby Keith. He puts on a top rate show that makes you want another when the concert is over!

Posted by: KK | Nov 16, 2008 7:34:29 PM | Flag as abusive

I listen to alot of country music both old and new,but I have to say Rascal Flatts because I like their songs and they play really well.

Posted by: Laura Merdian | Nov 16, 2008 7:06:28 PM | Flag as abusive

Toby rocks the house, and I think the CMA's are a disgrace! Didn't watch them this year and won't watch them again until they acknowledge TOBY!! He is THE GREATEST ENTAINER since Elvis Presley!

Posted by: Linda in KC | Nov 14, 2008 10:39:36 PM | Flag as abusive

I love his voice, and music and rugged looks, but more than that I respect him for his values and what he has done for the troups. He is tops in my book in every way.

Posted by: Carol | Nov 14, 2008 2:08:36 PM | Flag as abusive

My husband and I have been to many Toby concerts and after each one, you can't wait until the next one. Toby is just so AWESOME!!! He stands up for what he believes in and isn't a puppet for the CMA.Who cares what the CMA thinks of him. We the fans know him and we LOVE him. He thinks of the fans first and puts on one heck of a show. Besides that he is SO HOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: shirley | Nov 14, 2008 11:05:26 AM | Flag as abusive

Toby Keith deserves to be recognized for his talent and for his support of our troops. CMA should know that their nomination procedure ignores the fans and makes a mockery of the success of Toby Keith.

Posted by: | Nov 13, 2008 8:32:47 PM | Flag as abusive

i would love to meet toky keith in tite jeansand his cowboy hat

Posted by: virginia moore | Nov 13, 2008 7:40:56 PM | Flag as abusive

RASCAL FLATTS RULE!!! I love their songs: Bob That Head, Still Feels Good, Life is a Highway, Mayberry, Fast Cars and Freedom, Stand, and Me and My Gang. Those are some nice songs. I listen to them everynight. I wish they were in the CMA awards tonite because they are AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!! So let's go Flatts fans!!! Who rules country??? RASCAL FLATTS. They should be in band of the year, if they have one. Bye ya'll.

Posted by: Kiersten | Nov 12, 2008 8:44:14 PM | Flag as abusive

I totally love Rascal Flatts. I saw them in concert and they rocked the house!!!!!!!! That was when they came to Omaha,Nebraska. My mom got tickets at the last minute for 4th row to the stage. I got to touch the guys. It was awesome!!! I still remember that.

Posted by: Kiersten | Nov 12, 2008 8:34:25 PM | Flag as abusive

I'am one of the oldest fans he must have I'am 63 and can't wait till he comes back to my area I live up in Orange County NY. I think i have seen about 7 or 9 concerts and i will keeping on going till i can't walk . Love Ya Lorraine Adebahr

Posted by: Lorraine Adebahr | Nov 12, 2008 5:25:34 PM | Flag as abusive

IM A TRUE BLUE AUSSIE BUTTT!WE HAVE OUR SLIM DUSTY'S ,JIMMY BARNES ETC WHICH I THINK ARE GREAT BUT IN MY OPINION TOBY KIETH IS THE GREATEST I JUST ADORE HIS MUSIC AS FAR IM CONCERNED THERE IS NO ONE ELSE . WHEN IS HE COMING TO AUSTRALA.

Posted by: PAULA RUSSELL | Nov 12, 2008 5:24:41 AM | Flag as abusive

It was fun to read these comments about Toby and see that others feel the same as I do about Toby Keith. He has been my favorite for years and has the most beautiful voice in Country music. I got to see him once in concert when I lived in Connecticut. if he comes to Florida near where I live I will go to see him. What would he think if he knew he could make an 82 year old woman feel like 20 when she hears his rockin' music? He's the best of country rock!!!!!! How do You Like Me Now?

Posted by: Carolyn | Nov 11, 2008 4:23:31 PM | Flag as abusive

Toby is our boy all the way!!! our grandson got gravely ill in april 2007 & was in a coma for several months. Toby's music was on non-stop & became the bridge from his world of silence to our world. His music was gave us hope when there wasn't much. We owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude. He is now 11 & he'll tell you that Toby Keith is one of his better Angels. During this time he had the priviledge of meeting real angels as he had a date with God during that time. He remembers what he calls his dreams. He is also a HUGE fan & knows his music inside & out. He got to go to his first concert this year & he said it was the best night of his life. We love Toby Keith& will always be a fan & support him throughout his career. We also have been to many of his concerts & he is so genuine & has the best voice in country music. Thanks Toby- we will always love you!!!

Posted by: kathy bourgeois | Nov 11, 2008 11:42:11 AM | Flag as abusive

Toby Keith gets my 2 thumbs up !!Saw him this year in concert and was totally WOW'd!(even the pouring rain wouldn't drive me away from seeing him perform)!! His concerts/shows are dynamic, energetic, and heartfelt. He deserves to be recognized as the TOTAL entertainer that he is!
Love you, Toby and "THANK YOU" for all you do!!

Posted by: Warrior BDDgirl | Nov 10, 2008 1:38:42 PM | Flag as abusive

Toby Keith and Easy Money are by far the BEST. He plays to his audience and gives them what they want and more. He is constantly evolving as an entertainer. If beach music is what you want go to Kenny's concerts, if rock is what you want go to a Rascal Flatts concert, but if you want country the way it should be go to a Toby Keith concert! His vocals are unbelievable and he keeps you on your feet the whole concert.

Posted by: Celeste | Nov 10, 2008 12:25:22 PM | Flag as abusive

I named my siamese kitten T.K. for Toby Keith.

Posted by: Sandy Stanton | Nov 10, 2008 12:01:06 PM | Flag as abusive

I DO HOPE THE RESULTS GET PUBLISHED IN NEWSLETTER. TOBY DESERVES TO BE RECOGNIZED!!

Posted by: toby fan | Nov 10, 2008 7:04:30 AM | Flag as abusive

Toby!!!
Been to 8 concerts great music and a good guy.

Posted by: mari | Nov 10, 2008 4:11:13 AM | Flag as abusive

I absolutely LOVE Toby Keith!!!! He is the music in my ears, the song in my heart!!! The best singer-songwriter in country music!!! I have been to every concert since 2005 when I first heard him. In person he is AWESOME!!!! I look forward especially to his love songs...I feel him singing the words just to me!!! Toby is the man. the BEST ENTERTAINER ever!!!

Posted by: Claudia4Toby!!! | Nov 9, 2008 9:36:00 PM | Flag as abusive

I think toby is one of best country singers and i love the way he suports our troops.I have seen toby live 18 times' his concerts are assome and wild. toby stay true to yourself , you rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Toby Entertainer of the year!

Posted by: anna | Nov 9, 2008 7:57:53 PM | Flag as abusive

No contest in my opinion - it's Toby Keith for all the reasons above & more!

Posted by: Sassme | Nov 9, 2008 5:18:27 PM | Flag as abusive

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