96.9 The Kat’s Rising Stars Concert is taking over Coyote Joe’s on October 8—bringing together five of country music’s most exciting national acts and two rising artists from right here in North Carolina.
From honest storytelling and blue-collar anthems to traditional-country swagger and heart-on-your-sleeve songs, this lineup represents everything country fans love right now.
Seven artists. One stage. One unforgettable night—and the kind of rowdy live energy Coyote Joe’s was built for.
Tyler Nance brings raw emotion, rural grit, and a voice made for songs that feel lived-in. From the undeniable pull of “Keeps Me Sane” to the hard-hitting honesty of “Whiskey Me or the Pain” and “Shovel,” Tyler’s music lands somewhere between a late-night confession and a back-road singalong.
Shane Profitt delivers modern country with a working-man backbone. Songs like “How It Oughta Be,” “Long Live Country,” and “Comes With the Country” are big-hearted, hard-earned, and built to be turned up loud with a room full of people singing right back.
Taylor Austin Dye is bringing straight-from-Kentucky fire, fearless storytelling, and no shortage of attitude. With fan favorites including “Rest in Peace,” “Bible Belt,” and “Damn Good Day,” Taylor knows how to turn sharp lyrics, rowdy country roots, and powerhouse energy into a moment the entire room feels.
Cole Goodwin keeps the honky-tonk heartbeat front and center. His textured vocals, traditional sound, and old-school country swagger shine through songs like “Howdy,” “Dust on the Dance Floor,” and “Where She’s Coming From.”It’s country music with real roots, fresh energy, and a sound made for the Coyote Joe’s dance floor.
Kelsey Hart brings the heart, pairing a powerful songwriter’s touch with the warmth and punch of ’90s-inspired country. From the love story behind “Life With You” to the energy of “Fireworks” and the summertime memories of “Burn My Summer,” Kelsey’s songs are built around real life, big choruses, and lyrics that stay with you.
Landon Cline represents the next wave of country music coming out of North Carolina. The Charlotte-area artist is the 2026 96.9 The Kat Carolina Country Bracket winner, earning this year’s title with his debut single “Earthquake,”now streaming on all platforms. If you’ve spent a night at Coyote Joe’s, there’s a good chance you’ve already seen Landon behind the keys with our very own Out of the Blue Band. On October 8, he steps out from behind the keyboard and into the spotlight as an official part of the Rising Stars lineup, performing his own music on the stage he knows so well.
North Carolina country artist Brett Tomberlin, featured on NBC’s The Voice, will kick off the night at Coyote Joe’s.
Before the full Rising Stars lineup takes the stage, fans will have the chance to see another homegrown North Carolina voice gaining national attention.
With Brett opening the show and Landon joining the featured lineup, this year’s Rising Stars Concert puts two North Carolina artists alongside some of the most exciting new names in country music.
This is your chance to hear the songs already making noise, discover the artists everyone will be talking about next, and catch seven rising voices together for one incredible night.
Concert Tickets
All Tickets $9.69/ea
At the door night of show $20.00/ea
Doors Open: 7pm
*All shows are General Admission. You must be at least 18 years old to be admitted, NO exceptions.*
Lauren Alaina is bringing The Stages Tour to Coyote Joe’s — and this is the kind of country night built for big voices, big feelings, and singing every word right back.
With powerhouse vocals, Southern charm, and songs that hit straight from the heart, Lauren Alaina has become one of country music’s most recognizable and magnetic performers. Her music blends confidence, vulnerability, and arena-ready hooks — from the self-belief of “Road Less Traveled,” to the feel-good warmth of “Getting Good,” to the massive singalong moments of “What Ifs” and “ONE BEER.”
Now, Lauren is stepping into a brand-new chapter with Stages, a project built around growth, heartbreak, healing, joy, and every version of herself that got her here. With new songs like “All My Exes” and “Raining Whiskey” already making noise, The Stages Tour is set to bring fans the full Lauren Alaina experience: the hits, the new favorites, the emotional moments, and the kind of live energy Coyote Joe’s was made for.
From small-town Georgia dreams to multi-Platinum country success, Lauren has built her career on songs that feel personal, powerful, and impossible not to sing along with. This show is all about every stage of the journey — the highs, the heartbreaks, the confidence, the comeback, and the country-party moments that keep the room loud all night.
With Ashley Kutcher and Out of the Blue kicking off the night, this is set to be one of those shows where the crowd is locked in from the first song and the energy never lets up.
DON’T WAIT — THIS ONE IS GOING TO MOVE FAST.
Concert Tickets
Limited Advance $18.00/ea
All Others $20.00/ea
Doors Open: 7pm
ULTIMATE VIP MEET & GREET EXPERIENCE
$119.00/ea
PREMIUM TICKET VIP PACKAGE
$70.00
*All shows are General Admission. You must be at least 18 years old to be admitted, NO exceptions.*
Jake Worthington is bringing the Intent to Tonk Tour to Coyote Joe’s for a night built around neon lights, two-stepping, cold drinks, and real-deal country music.
Rooted in Texas honky-tonks, heartbreak, and hard-country tradition, Jake has become one of the strongest modern voices carrying classic country forward. His music strikes the perfect balance between old-school authenticity and a fresh, unmistakably current sound—from the slow-burning heartbreak of “State You Left Me In” and the barroom swagger of “Pop Goes the Whiskey” to the straight-ahead confidence of “How Do You Honky Tonk.”
After making his mark with his self-titled debut album, Jake kept the momentum rolling with When I Write the Song, a collection packed with fiddle, steel guitar, sharp storytelling, and songs made for crowded dance floors and last call. Featuring fan favorites such as “It Ain’t the Whiskey,” “I’m the One,” and “Hello Shitty Day,” the album proves what fans already know: Jake Worthington doesn’t just play country music—he lives it.
Now, the Intent to Tonk Tour is bringing the full honky-tonk experience to Charlotte: shuffles, tear-in-your-beer ballads, dance-floor burners, and the kind of live energy Coyote Joe’s was made for.
Out of the Blue will help kick off the night and get the dance floor moving early.
Also joining the lineup is rising Carolina sensation Bailey Marie, whose music video for “Honky Tonk Hallelujah” was filmed right here at Coyote Joe’s. Haven’t seen it yet? Be sure to check it out before the show: Watch “Honky Tonk Hallelujah”.
DON’T WAIT—THIS ONE IS GOING TO MOVE FAST.
Concert Tickets
Limited Advance $18.00/ea
All Others $20.00/ea
Doors Open: 7pm
*All shows are General Admission. You must be at least 18 years old to be admitted, NO exceptions.*
Halloween night at Coyote Joe’s means one thing — BOO BASH. Costumes, cold drinks, live country music, and one of the biggest costume contests of the year take over Coyote Joe’s for Halloween night.
Out of the Blue will keep the dance floor going from 9PM ’til close, but the real competition happens when the costumes come out.
We’re putting $1,800 CASH on the line in this year’s costume contest, including $1,000 for first place. Winners are judged live and chosen on the spot, so if you’re coming for the money, you better bring it.
$3 Bud & Bud Light
$5 Purple Monsters — the drink that glows under the lights.
COME DRESSED TO KILL. BOO BASH IS BACK.
Costume Contest
1st — $1,000 | 2nd — $500 | 3rd — $200 | 4th — $100
General Admission — $13.00
Doors Open: 7PM
Out of the Blue: 9PM ’til close
*All shows are General Admission. You must be at least 18 years old to be admitted, NO exceptions.*
Ashley Cooke is bringing The Baby Blues Tour to Coyote Joe’s — and this is the kind of country night built for singing every word back.
With a sound that blends heartbreak, honesty, and arena-ready energy, Ashley Cooke has quickly become one of country music’s most exciting rising voices. Her songs hit that perfect line between emotional and electric — from the raw storytelling of “it’s been a year,” to the late-night confidence of “your place,” to the bold, blue-eyed attitude of “baby blues.”
After breaking through with her debut album shot in the dark, Ashley earned her first Country radio No. 1 with “your place,” a Gold-certified hit that helped introduce fans everywhere to her mix of vulnerable lyrics, sharp hooks, and powerhouse vocals.
Now, fresh off the momentum of ace — featuring fan favorites like “the hell you are” and “baby blues” — Ashley is bringing the full experience to Charlotte: the songs you’ve had on repeat, the breakup anthems, the big choruses, and the kind of live energy Coyote Joe’s was made for.
With McCoy Moore and Out of the Blue kicking off the night, this is set to be one of those shows where the room is loud before the first chorus even hits.
$1 of every ticket sold on The Baby Blues Tour will go towards the Ashley Cooke Fund to benefit The Onsite Foundation’s Creatives Support Network, which provides free mental-health support, education, and resources specifically designed for members of the songwriting community.
DON’T WAIT — THIS ONE IS GOING TO MOVE FAST.
Concert Tickets
Limited Advance $18.00/ea
All Others $20.00/ea
Ashley’s Surf & Social Club VIP
$95.00/ea
Doors Open: 7pm
*All shows are General Admission. You must be at least 18 years old to be admitted, NO exceptions.*
South Carolina’s own Lil Man J is coming to Coyote Joe’s for a huge night celebrating his debut album, The Underdawg. Known for blending country, hip-hop and pop into a sound entirely his own, Lil Man J has built a massive following with fan favorites including “Sippin County,” “Whiskey for the Wine,” “Stuck in the Middle” and “Pick You Up.”
Joining him as a special guest is North Carolina singer-songwriter Anella Herim, whose genre-bending sound brings together country storytelling, pop melodies and hip-hop influence. Fresh off a national tour with Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz, Anella is bringing his unmistakable sound to the Coyote Joe’s stage.
From recording songs on GarageBand as a teenager to earning millions of streams and taking his music across the country, Lil Man J’s story is exactly what The Underdawg is all about—overcoming the odds, refusing to quit and proving everyone wrong.
Now, he’s bringing that story home for an unforgettable album-release celebration at Coyote Joe’s. Come hear the new music live, catch special guest Anella Herim, bring your crew and be part of one of Charlotte’s biggest rising-artist nights of the year!
Fresh off a breakout year that has taken him from regional Queensland to the global country stage, Mack Geiger is returning to North America for his biggest headline tour to date.
The Australian-born singer has quickly become one of the most exciting country exports, following a career-defining debut US tour where he sold out three of five headline shows and performed at some of America’s most iconic country venues, including Cain’s Ballroom, Billy Bob’s Texas, and Gruene Hall. The momentum continued with Mack’s Grand Ole Opry debut, marking a major milestone in his rapidly rising career.
His breakthrough single “String By” has cemented Mack as a global country artist, climbing into the Top 30 on Spotify’s Viral 50 USA, the Top 50 on the Billboard Hot Country Chart, the Top 40 on the Global Country Shazam Chart, and becoming his first official US country radio single. The track continues to build momentum, as his first ever single to country radio, it is currently sitting inside the Top 60 of the Billboard Country Radio Charts.
Following the release of his latest single “Pouring”, Mack is heading back to North America for the When It’s Pouring 2026 Tour - his biggest international headline run yet. The tour will see Mack bring his signature blend of neo-traditional country storytelling, Australian roots, and modern energy to fans across North America.
From cattle stations in regional Queensland to sold-out rooms across the United States, Mack Geiger is proving that authentic country stories can travel anywhere. This next chapter marks the continued rise of one of the most exciting voices in country music
DON’T WAIT — THIS ONE IS GOING TO MOVE FAST.
Concert Tickets
Limited Advance $18.00
All Others $20.00
Doors Open: 7pm
*All shows are General Admission. You must be at least 18 years old to be admitted, NO exceptions.*
Corey Kent is bringing the Heartland Rock and Roll Tour 2027 to Coyote Joe’s for a night of country grit, rock-and-roll energy, and songs built to shake the walls.
Infusing his Oklahoma roots with the untamed energy of a rebel rocker, Corey has become one of country music’s most exciting modern voices. His music blends the heartland storytelling of George Strait and Brooks & Dunn with the raw energy of Bruce Springsteen and Creedence Clearwater Revival—creating a rugged sound that is entirely his own.
Corey has earned two No. 1 songs at country radio, more than one billion career streams, and an international fanbase. His 3X Platinum breakout hit “Wild As Her,” Gold-certified No. 1 “This Heart,” and Platinum-certified “Something’s Gonna Kill Me” have turned his hard-earned rise into one of country music’s biggest success stories.
Now, Corey is stepping into his most defining chapter yet with Heartland Rock and Roll. The 16-track album combines golden-hour nostalgia, small-town stories, weathered vocals, and heavy guitars. From the rugged intensity of “Rocky Mountain Low” featuring Koe Wetzel to the viral country-soul anthem “Empty Words,” this is Corey Kent at his most confident, personal, and powerful.
Out of the Blue will help kick off the night and get the dance floor moving early.
Also joining the lineup is rising country artist Tyler Nance, the Missouri-born singer-songwriter behind the breakout hit “Keeps Me Sane.” Blending country, bluegrass, folk, and Americana with honest, working-class storytelling, Tyler has quickly emerged as one of country music’s most compelling new voices.
DON’T WAIT—THIS ONE IS GOING TO MOVE FAST.
Concert Tickets
Limited Advance
All Others
Doors Open: 7pm
All shows are General Admission.
You must be at least 18 years old
to be admitted, NO exceptions.
BRAXTON KEITH LIVE AT COYOTE JOE’S
Braxton Keith is bringing the Told You Once Tour 2027 to Coyote Joe’s for a night of Texas-sized honky-tonk, Western swing, and unapologetically real country music.
The Midland, Texas, native has built his career by making classic country sound fresh again. Raised on legends like Porter Wagoner, Ronnie Milsap, and George Strait, Braxton pairs a crisp, high-and-lonesome vocal twang with the confidence and energy of one of country music’s most exciting young live performers.
After building a must-see reputation across the Texas circuit, Braxton signed with Warner Records Nashville and quickly took his music nationwide. He has accumulated more than 400 million global streams, earned his first RIAA Gold certification with “Cozy,” made his Grand Ole Opry debut, and played more than 130 shows in 2025 alone.
Now, with his 15-song debut album Real Damn Deal, Braxton is carrying the traditions of country music forward. Filled with hot Texas honky-tonk, joyful Western swing, midnight ballads, and dance-floor-ready two-step anthems, the record captures everything that has made his rise impossible to ignore.
As Braxton puts it: “It’s just good old country music, and I feel like it’s time for that to come back around.”
Special guest Cole Goodwin will kick off the night with his raw, roots-driven sound and honest songwriting.
DON’T WAIT—THIS ONE IS GOING TO MOVE FAST.
Concert Tickets
Limited Advance
All Others
Doors Open: 7pm
All shows are General Admission.
You must be at least 18 years old
to be admitted, NO exceptions.
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