News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH

Latest Articles


Gin Blossoms & Toad The Wet Sprocket Set Co-Headlining Summer Tour Photo Gin Blossoms & Toad The Wet Sprocket Set Co-Headlining Summer Tour
by Michael Major - March 11, 2024

The 15-date trek kicks off Thursday, August 1 in Wisconsin and will see the “Hey Jealousy” and “Walk On the Ocean” hitmakers, respectively, take amphitheaters and theater stages across the Midwest and East Coast. Additionally, they'll be joined by special guest alternative rockers Vertical Horizon, ...

Jenna LaMaster Signs Management Deal With Maverick Nashville Photo Jenna LaMaster Signs Management Deal With Maverick Nashville
by Michael Major - February 06, 2024

Maverick Nashville is spearheaded by industry veteran Clarence Spalding and represents some of the music industry's most visible artists, from legends to rising stars. The roster includes Jason Aldean, Brooks & Dunn, Darius Rucker, Hootie & The Blowfish, Rascal Flatts, Lauren Alaina, Terri Clark, El...

Darius Rucker Receives the 2023 CMA Foundation Humanitarian Award Photo Darius Rucker Receives the 2023 CMA Foundation Humanitarian Award
by Michael Major - October 24, 2023

Rucker was presented the award in a surprise announcement during a visit to “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” He also spoke about his late mother Carolyn Rucker and explained how the namesake of his new album, Carolyn's Boy, directly inspired his passion for giving back. ...

Gin Blossoms and Sugar Ray Announce Co-Headlining Summer Tour Photo Gin Blossoms and Sugar Ray Announce Co-Headlining Summer Tour
by Michael Major - May 08, 2023

Gin Blossoms and Sugar Ray have announced their co-headlining summer tour with special guests Tonic and Fastball. The 12-date trek kicks off Thursday, August 31 in Wisconsin and will see the “Hey Jealousy” and “Every Morning” hitmakers, respectively, take amphitheater and theater stages across the M...

Allison Asarch Releases Country Cover Of Hootie & The Blowfish's 'Only Wanna Be With Photo Allison Asarch Releases Country Cover Of Hootie & The Blowfish's 'Only Wanna Be With You'
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2023

Country singer/songwriter and recording artist Allison Asarch recently released a cover of the 1995 hit Hootie & the Blowfish song 'Only Wanna Be with You.' ...

Darius Rucker Releases Powerful Rendition of 'Lift Me Up' By Rihanna Photo Darius Rucker Releases Powerful Rendition of 'Lift Me Up' By Rihanna
by Michael Major - February 10, 2023

Showcasing the rich baritone celebrated by Billboard as “one of the most distinctive voices of country’s modern era,” Diamond-certified star Darius Rucker offers a powerful take on Rihanna’s Oscar-nominated “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” theme song, “Lift Me Up,” with his version of the anthemic b...

Darius Rucker Reveals Forthcoming Album 'CAROLYN'S BOY' Photo Darius Rucker Reveals Forthcoming Album 'CAROLYN'S BOY'
by Michael Major - November 04, 2022

“At the end of the day, I’m really still just Carolyn’s Boy,” three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker shares following this morning’s interview with “TODAY” anchor Craig Melvin, during which he exclusively revealed the title of a new solo album planned along with the meaningful cover image, a p...

Darius Rucker Releases 'Ol' Church Hymn' Featuring Chapel Hart Photo Darius Rucker Releases 'Ol' Church Hymn' Featuring Chapel Hart
by Michael Major - September 30, 2022

Written by Rucker together with Ben Hayslip, Josh Miller and Greylan James, the gospel-inspired love song features Rucker’s rich baritone vocals, praised by Billboard as “one of the most distinctive voices of country’s modern era,” joined by the three-part harmony of Chapel Hart to profess a born-ag...

Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils Artist Lineup Photo Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils Artist Lineup
by Michael Major - August 10, 2022

Each of SIP’s destination experiences features some of Music City's most accomplished  songwriters performing intimate 'Bluebird Cafe' style acoustic shows each evening. This year’s featured venues in Cabo San Lucas include Bahia Hotel, Sur Beach House and Bar Esquina. Check out the full lineup now!...

Higher Hill Releases Debut Album 'Get Up and Go' Photo Higher Hill Releases Debut Album 'Get Up and Go'
by Michael Major - May 09, 2022

Get Up and Go, a 12 record album, is written by lead singer Vanessa Ogle and Paul Bullock with production by hitmakers Jeffrey Trott (Sheryl Crow, Hootie and the Blowfish), David Kirshenbaum (Duran Duran, Tracy Chapman, Cat Stevens, etc), and Nashville’s Kate Malone. ...

Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils 2022 Dates and Initial Lineup Photo Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils 2022 Dates and Initial Lineup
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022

Lineup includes Jedd Hughes (Patty Loveless, Little Big Town, Sarah Jarosz, Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell), David Ryan Harris (John Mayer, Dave Matthews, Santana), Mark Bryan (Hootie & the Blowfish), Patrick Davis (Guy Clark, Jimmy Buffett, Jewel, Pat Green, Lady A. Morgan Wallen), Americana favor...

Darius Rucker Unveils New Single 'Same Beer Different Problem' Photo Darius Rucker Unveils New Single 'Same Beer Different Problem'
by Michael Major - April 29, 2022

Darius Rucker continues to share new music as he crafts a forthcoming solo album with “Same Beer Different Problem.” Written by the multi-Platinum star together with Tofer Brown, Sarah Buxton and Old Dominion’s Brad Tursi, the Ross Copperman-produced track offers a lighthearted take on the chaos of ...

Darius Rucker, Brothers Osborne & More Join Lineup for 2022 Interlochen Arts Festival Photo Darius Rucker, Brothers Osborne & More Join Lineup for 2022 Interlochen Arts Festival
by Michael Major - March 16, 2022

Grammy Award-winning singer/guitarist Bonnie Raitt, soft rock duo Air Supply, and the acclaimed Detroit Symphony Orchestra were already announced as Arts Festival performers. The full lineup for the 2022 summer season will be announced in May. Check out the full lineup now!...

'Pokemon 25: The Album' to Feature Katy Perry, Post Malone, & More Photo 'Pokemon 25: The Album' to Feature Katy Perry, Post Malone, & More
by Michael Major - September 14, 2021

The 25th anniversary celebration kicked off with Post Malone’s “Only Wanna Be with You – Pokémon 25 Version” surprise cover of the Hootie and the Blowfish smash ’90s hit. Pop icon Katy Perry unveiled her anthemic original lead single for the album, “Electric,” in May....

Sessions Exclusively Presents Grammy Winners Hootie & The Blowfish Broadcast April 23 Photo Sessions Exclusively Presents Grammy Winners Hootie & The Blowfish Broadcast April 23
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 29, 2021

“We loved every minute of being back on stage together – especially in Columbia,” shared lead singer Darius Rucker. “We all miss live music right now, so we’re really excited to be able to offer this show to our fans who can now experience the energy of that night from home.” ...

Barenaked Ladies Announce Concert Stream April 17 & 18 Photo Barenaked Ladies Announce Concert Stream April 17 & 18
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 10, 2021

Vocalist/guitarist Ed Robertson shares, “We had such a blast playing together again when we made the Holiday Special, and we’ve been trying to find more ways to connect with fans. The Selfie Cam Jams are fun, but we’re really jonesing to play an actual concert!'...

Lindsey Stirling & Darius Rucker Release 'What Child Is This' Photo Lindsey Stirling & Darius Rucker Release 'What Child Is This'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 27, 2020

Platinum-selling electronic artist, violinist, and multi-talented entertainer Lindsey Stirling and three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker have teamed up for a special performance of the classic Christmas carol “What Child Is This” for this year’s “CMA Country Christmas,” airing on Monday, Nove...

Barenaked Ladies Announce 'A Very Virtual Christmas' Streaming Event Photo Barenaked Ladies Announce 'A Very Virtual Christmas' Streaming Event
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 18, 2020

Barenaked Ladies announce a very special holiday streaming event BARENAKED LADIES PRESENTS: A Very Virtual Christmas, to take place on Friday December 18, 2020 at 9pm EST / 6pm PST with a UK only encore Saturday December 19, 2020 at 5pm GMT....

Mark Bryan's New Album Out April 2021 Photo Mark Bryan's New Album Out April 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 03, 2020

“Out of the ether,” Mark Bryan says of “Wanna Feel Something,” the first single from his upcoming new solo album Midlife Priceless....

Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker Set to Host THE 45TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS Photo Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker Set to Host THE 45TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 05, 2020

The Country Music Association has revealed that Country Music superstars and previous CMA Awards winners Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker will host a?oeThe 54th Annual CMA Awardsa?? live from Nashville on WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC....

Pandora Reveals Top Songs by Artists Gone Solo Photo Pandora Reveals Top Songs by Artists Gone Solo
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 01, 2020

From the groups that initially made them famous is a tale as old as time in the music industry....

Barenaked Ladies Announce Red Rocks PPV Livestream Photo Barenaked Ladies Announce Red Rocks PPV Livestream
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 31, 2020

Barenaked Ladies announce a very special pay-per-view live stream event featuring the multi-platinum band’s 2015 Red Rocks performance to take place on Saturday, September 12 at 7pm Eastern time. ...

Barenaked Ladies Announce Postponement of 2020 'Last Summer On Earth' Tour Photo Barenaked Ladies Announce Postponement of 2020 'Last Summer On Earth' Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 20, 2020

Barenaked Ladies announce the postponement of their extensive 2020 Last Summer On Earth tour of North America until 2021. The tour was originally set to kickoff next month in Florida. Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket will join Barenaked Ladies with the original lineup for the new dates next ye...

Adam Doleac Re-Ups With Sony/ATV Photo Adam Doleac Re-Ups With Sony/ATV
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 17, 2020

Arista Nashville's Adam Doleac has re-upped his contract, signing a new global publishing deal with Sony/ATV. Under Doleac's first agreement with SATV, the Harrisburg, MS native received songwriter cuts with Hootie & The Blowfish, Kane Brown, Gabby Barrett and Darius Rucker....

Barenaked Ladies Announce 'Last Summer On Earth' Tour Photo Barenaked Ladies Announce 'Last Summer On Earth' Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 17, 2020

Today, multi-platinum rock band Barenaked Ladies announce their extensive Last Summer On Earth tour of North America in 2020. Gin Blossoms and Toad the Wet Sprocket will round out the incredible lineup....











Videos


Recommended For You