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George Strait sings with Alan Jackson at Nashville farewell concert
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- Alan Jackson concluded his touring career with a final concert, "Alan Jackson: Last Call − The Finale," at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on June 27, featuring a special guest appearance by longtime friend George Strait.
- Before Jackson's performance, prominent country stars like Luke Bryan, Eric Church, and Carrie Underwood paid tribute to his influential career.
- Jackson and Strait performed their duets "Designated Drinker" and "Murder on Music Row," highlighting their shared commitment to traditional country music.
- Jackson is retiring from touring due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a chronic neurological condition, and his final show was broadcast live and will be available as a television special and streaming event.
- Strait and Jackson have a longstanding friendship and history of collaboration, with Strait previously inviting Jackson to join his final tour in 2014, symbolizing a mutual respect and the passing of the touring torch.
