And not even during “Boomtown.” You can argue that, despite the monster success over the past few years, Treaty Oak Revival has been one of the most controversial bands in the genre as of late. Beyond the fact that their patented blend of country, rock, and grunge has infuriated many die-hard country purists, their rowdy live shows have also drawn major flak over the past year. At this point, if you’ve been keeping up with the alt. country/southern rock scene in general, I’d be surprised if you haven’t seen a few viral videos of Treaty Oak’s “Boomtown” tradition at every one of their concerts. Simply put, it gets PRETTY wild every night, with frontman Sam Canty and Co. starting the song off by giving fans in the front of the pit a good old beer shower. @zoiebreann love boomtown… even tho i got a black eye from the guitarist throwing a beer lol #treatyoakrevival #concert #fyp #viral #influencer ♬ Boomtown – Treaty Oak Revival As with many good things, however, this has quickly devolved into chaos at quite a few shows. As shown in the TikTok above, there have been quite a few different occasions where drunk audience members have decided to chuck nearly full beer cans recklessly into the crowd, even hitting fellow fans in the head. It’s gotten to the point where Canty himself got hit by a seemingly full (or near-full) beer can at their South Carolina show back in September, which not only gave him a pretty nice gash on his cheek, right above his right eye, but also knocked his microphone straight off the stand during a performance of “No Vacancy.” Fans are now starting to chime in that attending a Treaty Oak Revival concert isn’t as fun as it used to be due to the rowdy antics, and some fans taking it too far is a reason they won’t go to another one of their shows. It’s not great to see, but the other night in Greensboro, North Carolina, a fan captured a moment on film that highlights rowdiness taken too far. During the show at First Horizon Coliseum, a group of fans decided to throw a trash can… yes, a trash can toward the GA/pit crowd. And there may have been more than one incident of trash can throwing… @addie.lingle Me and kimber were SHOCKED to say the least@KIMBERR #treatyoakrevival #fyp #ilovemybf @Treaty Oak Revival ♬ House featuring John Cale – Charli xcx & John Cale Here’s another video, and whether or not it’s the same trash can, or a different one, it’s not the same person: @kobenester #treatyoakrevival #trashcan ♬ original sound – Kobe Nester The video of these fans quickly went viral online, and to say folks were not happy is an understatement. And I have to agree, for good reason. Not only is it very unsafe to launch an object that big at other fans, but it’s also extremely disrespectful. You are ruining someone else’s evening for your own enjoyment, and worse, could cause serious harm. Fans quickly sounded off in the comments, expressing disappointment at seeing TOR fans act in this manner. “Dude this hit me.” “I love Treaty Oak, but that is the absolute worst concert of all time.” “Cups are fine, but this is f**ked up.” “I’m glad I saw Treaty Oak live before their concerts got like this.” “How do you even find this funny?” “I love treaty oak. But the concert experience we had was absolutely horrible.” “Concerts are too dam expensive for this crap.” “Nah, because wft.” “The cops confiscated 5 WRENCHES from people in Knoxville last night. Like wtf people?” “Love treaty but I’d never go to a show bc of the videos I’ve seen. I’ll stick to my happy hippie people at Billy Strings shows lol.” “Me and my man went and left early. It was my first concert, but idk wasnt it for me.” “About died.” “The cups are fine, but that’s pushing it lol.” “And they were worried about the water bottles and wouldn’t give me a cap.” And to make this even worse, according to the user who shared this footage, the trash can wasn’t even thrown during “Boomtown,” it was thrown before “I’m The Worst.” Canty has previously addressed that they never wanted “Boomtown” or other rowdiness during their concerts to get this out of hand, and they are too concerned about fan safety. Sam Canty shared on Tracy Lawrence’s TL’s Roadhouse podcast.” “Also, our thing has always been the beer-shower thing. I’ve been to festivals where they do it. They hold it up over their heads, and they swing it around in a circle, then you just the thing on the ground. The whole thing where it just turned into throwing full cans and cups and stuff [became more dangerous]. It got a little bit more weight to it.” Guitarist Lance Vanley would also tell Lawrence that they were trying their best as a band to put a stop to the beer throwing, so as not to put fans or themselves at risk. “We don’t encourage it. The biggest thing is, when you’re done throwing the liquid around, just put it on the ground.” It’s pretty safe to say these antics cannot continue at this rate, and soon, more injuries will occur among band members or fans. You can still be rowdy and have a good time, but toning it down keeps everyone safe and ensures the audience is enjoying the concert. Just be respectful of one another…The post Treaty Oak Revival Fans Throw Trash Cans Down On Crowd At North Carolina Show first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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You never know what people are listening to in their own homes. I’m not sure why this is, but it’s always shocking to learn that an artist is a big fan of another artist outside their respective genre. It’s like Morgan Wallen has admitted he’s a big rap fan. Something about it feels shocking, even though it shouldn’t. Personally, I know I listen to a lot of country music, and I mean a LOT, but I also fancy house, indie, and alternative music. One might argue that some indie artists cross over into Americana; however, that’s a conversation for another day… I strongly believe what makes the phenomenon shocking, though, is when a major mainstream artist is a fan of someone you adore who might not be considered mainstream. And one of those moments is unfolding now online as Nick Jonas revealed he’s a fan of some East Texas rockers. A member of the Jonas Brothers posted a TikTok to his page, noting that he’s a grown-up now because he blows out his candles before falling asleep. The video itself is peak millennial humor and is not groundbreaking in the slightest, but his song choice is sending the internet into a tizzy. Nick Jonas chose to highlight this chapter of adulthood by using Whiskey Myers‘ “Broken Window Serenade” as the background song. I must admit I didn’t peg the “Jealous” singer as a Whiskey Myers fan… however, this surprise is one I can very much get behind. @nickjonas♬ Broken Window Serenade – Whiskey Myers The video quickly took off online, with many folks chiming in that they were shocked Nick Jonas knew these East Texas boys. Heck, even Whiskey Myers seems surprised to hear their song being used: “Camp Rock to Whiskey Myers? What a journey Nick. We love it!” HA. That’s a 12/10 comment. Given that the Jonas Brothers hail from Dallas, Texas, it’s not shocking that he is plugged into the Texas country scene. However, as a certified pop hit maker, it is shocking to learn this is what he might reach for in his downtime. Nevertheless, welcome to the red dirt scene, Nick Jonas, I think you just learned a lot of respect from country music fans. Also, as some commenters pointed out… you okay, Nick? “Broken Window Serenade” with a candle lit isn’t actually casual listening… dude must be hurtin’. Check out some of my favorite comments left on the post while you’re here: “Nick Jonas listening to Broken Windows Serenade is actually so bizarre for me to think about.” “Nick listening to Whiskey Myers was not on my 2026 bingo card.” “Y’all forget he’s from Texas, he knows ball.” “Didn’t know you knew ball, Nick. Respect.” “My bad Nick Jonas, I wasn’t familiar with your music knowledge.” “Nick Jonas is listening to some East TX boys. Yeesss!!! Whiskey Myers are some good hometown men!!” “Nicholas, how do you know about Red Dirt Texas Country music?” “Nick Jonas listening to Whiskey Myers? HERE FOR IT.” “Oh he goin THRU IT.” “Whiskey Myers & Nick J??? My heart is full.” “I feel like two parallel universes crossed paths!” “Nick you know ball?… You listening to Whiskey Myers was not in my 2026 bingo card.” And of course, it’s only right to fire up “Broken Window Serenade” before you go: The post “Grown Up Stuff” – The Internet Is Shocked To Learn Nick Jonas Is A Whiskey Myers Fan first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

James Tucker doesn’t release new music all that often. But when he does, you better to listen up. A military veteran who currently resides in the Greenville, South Carolina area, Tucker’s day-to-day life these days revolves around his growing family and the concrete company that he owns and operates in the Carolinas. Just because music isn’t his main gig, though, doesn’t mean his music shouldn’t demand your attention. In fact, it’s the opposite. With a catalog comprised of 13 original songs each released as singles since 2019, and a four track OurVinyl Session with stripped-back versions of previously recorded songs, Tucker has a relatively small collection of music to his name thus far. But while the releases are scarce, they are potent, and each one packs a punch in vocal prowess and songwriting stature. Especially his latest release. Titled “Pretty To Me,” Tucker’s first single since 2024 is a heartfelt love song for the two most important girls in his life, penned in particular for his wife as she struggled with a case of postpartum blues following the birth of their first daughter back in August 2024. Setting the scene with an instance in which he and his wife were presumably getting ready for a rare date night as new parents, Tucker delicately lets the listener in on an intimate conversation in the chorus. “You said, ‘Nothing fits right and I feel like a damn mess I used to slip right in to this black dress’ Well, there’s a baby in a bassinet That we brought home a few weeks back And you’ve never been more pretty to me And that black dress ain’t going nowhere Throw on a hoodie we’ll stay right here Yeah, you’re still the prettiest girl to me” And then he brings it all full circle in the final verse: “She’s got all the best parts of you Your eyes, your smile, your straight hair too Yeah, you’re still the prettiest girl to me Prettiest girls to me” Shout out all of the moms out there. They certainly go through a lot, doing everything they can to love and nurture their children, and they don’t get their due for it nearly as often as they should. And shout out James Tucker, too, for releasing another deftly written, emotion-evoking tune that inevitably leaves everyone who listens chomping at the bit for more music. It’s pretty remarkable how Tucker is able to maintain such a strong following with the releases being so far and few between and by playing a few local gigs here and there. It’s not like he has the following of a full blown superstar, but it’s impressive given the circumstances, and those in the know are fully aware of how talented he is. People in the music industry whose opinions matter much more than mine feel the same way, because despite Tucker’s lack of touring and music, he’s still good for a seemingly random run of shows from time to time, supporting the likes of Drayton Farley, Dylan Gossett, and Muscadine Bloodline among some of the other top acts in the scene today. If this is the first you’re hearing of Tucker and you’re not one of the country music fans that has been lucky enough to be cognizant of his music, then here are a few of my favorites to get you started diving into his catalog. Even if you are already familiar, give these tracks a listen, because James Tucker rules. “Those Days” “October” “Raised Us” And since the topic of postpartum depression isn’t one that comes up too often in the country music blogging world, believe it or not, check out Josh Abbott Band’s track “Guilt of a Man” from from his killer 2024 record Somewhere Down the Road that deals with a similar matter. The post James Tucker Is Back With Thoughtfully-Penned Ode To His Wife & Daughter, “Pretty To Me” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.