Aaron Lewis has announced that he is postponing the rest of his American Patriot Acoustic Tour dates to 2024 after his doctors advised him to undergo vocal rest.

Explaining the decision, Lewis said, "Life has reminded me I'm creeping up on 52. After recording a new Staind album, a new solo album and playing 150-plus shows this year, my doctors have insisted I take this month off to give my voice some much-needed rest before I do damage to my cords. It kills me to say this, but I have to listen to the professionals. Have a great holiday season and I look forward to seeing everyone in 2024."

Seven remaining dates of the tour have been rescheduled to next year, while the December 17 concert has been canceled.

The country artist and Staind frontman has promised that all tickets purchased for the original tour dates will be honored at the new dates.

American Patriot Acoustic Tour Rescheduled Dates:

Concord, N.H. - Rescheduled from Dec. 7 to April 3Springfield, Mass. - Rescheduled from Dec. 8 to Feb. 17Verona, N.Y. - Rescheduled from Dec. 9 to Feb. 16Nashville, Ind. - Rescheduled from Dec. 14 to Aug. 25Nashville, Ind. - Rescheduled from Dec. 15 to Aug. 24Saginaw, Mich. - Rescheduled from Dec. 16 to Aug. 10

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Old Dominion have joined the lineup for CBS' highly-anticipated "New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash."

The country band are set to perform during the official watch party at Brooklyn Bowl Nashville, beginning at 6 p.m. on Sunday, December 31.

Previously announced artists in the lineup include Thomas Rhett, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Lainey Wilson. Elle King is also set to perform, in addition to her hosting duties with Entertainment Tonight's Rachel Smith.

"We've had such an amazing 2023-we can't think of a better way to ring in the New Year than by doing what we love the most, playing music and making sure there are no bad vibes! What a great way to set the tone for 2024," Old Dominion's Matthew Ramsey said in a statement.

Additional performers will be announced at a later date. The show will be broadcast live on CBS and available to stream on Paramount+ on December 31 (7:30-10:00 PM, ET/PT, 10:30 PM-1:05 AM, ET/PT).

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Country music star Walker Hayes is set to executive produce a drama series inspired by his life.

According to Deadline, Untitled Entertainment has acquired the rights to Hayes' life, with the country star to executive produce the series alongside Untitled. "The Black List" screenwriter Justin D. James, who has family ties to Nashville, and whose own journey mirrors that of Hayes, is attached to write and executive produce.

"My wife Laney and I have had such a wild life and love story," Hayes said in a statement. "We reflect all the time together, wondering how in the world we got here. The amount of brokenness versus beautiful lends itself to endless amounts of stories to explore. I can't think of an emotion we haven't felt together."

He added, "We never could have imagined a company like Untitled would want to create a scripted drama about our life. Their willingness to welcome and include us in the process has been beyond encouraging."

Hayes shot to popularity after one of his tracks, "Fancy Like," became a viral hit through TikTok and reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart, becoming Hayes' highest-charting effort to date.

"We couldn't be more excited to be working with a talent of such magnitude in Walker Hayes," said Laura Notarianni and Michael Rosenberg of Untitled Entertainment. "His powerful story is one that is inspirational, heartfelt and harrowing, showcasing the tenacity of the human spirit. An uplifting series like this is just what audiences need right now."

They added, "Walker and Justin are the ideal creative pairing to dig into the truth of what it's like to get knocked down and get back up time and time again. To persevere, fight for their families and make their creative dreams come true."

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Scotty McCreery has been invited to become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry.

Country legend Garth Brooks surprised the country singer with the invitation on Sunday night, December 3rd, as a Christmas gift.

"Merry Christmas," Garth said walking onto the stage, handing McCreery a wrapped gift.

"This is a Christmas present to the Grand Ole Opry," Garth later continued. "We would love to invite you to be the newest member of the Opry."

"Holy cow. Yes, I would love to," McCreery replied. "I grew up listening to your records Garth and you're a part of what made me want to do this for a living and didn't think that dream would become a reality, but it is because of all of y'all sitting in this house tonight. God bless y'all."

"When I got started doing this people asked, 'what are your goals,'" McCreery shared, voice cracking with emotion, "and I'd say 'one day I'd like to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry.'"

McCreery bent down and touched the circle of wood in the Opry's center stage where so many of his heroes and peers have stood.

McCreery was the spotlight artist during "Opry Country Christmas" hosted by Larry Gatlin.

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