Doug Gray, the lead singer of the Marshall Tucker Band, has made the announcement that he will be taking a temporary break from touring due to some health issues that remain unspecified. This decision comes as a precautionary measure to prioritize his well-being.
In a statement regarding his hiatus, Gray expressed, “Taking care of business as I always do.” He added a heartfelt note of gratitude, stating, “Thanks and see you soon,” reassuring fans of his return.
Since co-founding the Marshall Tucker Band in 1972, Gray has been a pivotal figure, remaining the only original member since 1996. The band’s legacy includes classic hits such as the iconic “Can’t You See” from 1973 and the unforgettable “Heard it in a Love Song” from 1977, which continue to resonate with fans.
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Despite Gray’s temporary absence, the band is committed to continuing its tour for 2025, with scheduled performances alongside notable acts like JJ Grey and Mofro, Bachman-Turner Overdrive, and Jefferson Starship. Fans can find the complete list of tour dates below, ensuring they won’t miss out on the exciting lineup.
While he recuperates, Gray assures that he will actively participate in “all aspects” of the tour. “Everyone knows I’m not one to sit on my hands,” Gray elaborates, emphasizing his dedication to ensuring everything is perfectly arranged for the band’s upcoming performances.
Marshall Tucker Band’s 2025 Tour Schedule:
May 9 – West Wendover, NV – Peppermill Concert Hall
May 10 – Laughlin, NV – The Edge Pavilion at Edgewater Casino
May 11 – Scottsdale, AZ – Talking Stick Resort
May 15 – Ashland, KY – The Paramount #
May 16 – Bristol, VA – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol #
May 17 – Cincinnati, OH – Hard Rock Casino #
May 18 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle #
May 20 – Athens, GA – The Classic Center #
May 21 – Columbia, SC – Township Auditorium #
May 22 – Montgomery, AL – Montgomery Performing Arts Centre #
May 25 – St. Augustine, FL – JJ Grey’s Blackwater Sol Revue 2025 #
May 31 – Roanoke Rapids, NC – Weldon Mills Theatre #
June 1 – Myrtle Beach, SC – The Carolina Opry
June 6 – Wichita, KS – TempleLive at Wichita Scottish Rite Center
June 7 – Davenport, IA – Rhythm City Casino Resort
June 12 – Antioch, IL – Village of Antioch
June 13 – Kansas City, MO – Knuckleheads
June 14 – Jefferson City, MO – Capital Region MU Health Care Amphitheater
June 19 – Grand Rapids, MI – DeVos Performance Hall
June 20 – Eau Claire, WI – Summer Jam 2025
June 21 – Evansville, IN – Old National Events Plaza
July 18 – Council Bluffs, IA – Stir Cove ~
July 19 – Welch, NM – Treasure Island Resort & Casino ~
July 20 – Fargo, ND – Scheels Arena ~
July 22 – Interlochen, MI – Kresge Auditorium ~
July 24 – Appleton, WI – Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium ~
July 25 – Terre Haute, IN – The Mill Terre Haute ~
July 26 – Huber Heights, OH – Rose Music Center at The Heights ~
Aug 1 – El Reno, OK – Lucky Star Casino / Concho ~
Aug 2 – Gail, TX – The Coyote Country Store
Aug 3 – Amarillo, TX – Amarillo Civic Center Complex ~
Aug 8 – Hyannis, MA – Cape Code Melody Tent
Aug 17 – Chesterfield, MO – The Factory
Aug 21 – Fayetteville, AR – JJ’s LIVE
Aug 22 – Bossier City, LA – Margaritaville Resort Casino
Aug 23 – Bay St. Louis, MS – Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast
Aug 27 – Grand Island, NE – Nebraska State Fair 2025
Aug 29 – Pittsburg, KS – Kansas Crossing Casino + Hotel
Aug 30 – Elizabethtown, KY – Highland Farms Country Fest 2025
Sept 11 – Augusta, GA – Mill Theater
Sept 12 – Daytona Beach, FL – Peabody Auditorium
Sept 26 – Las Vegas, NV – Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Oct 3 – Cerritos, CA – Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Oct 4 – Valley Center, CA – Harrah’s Resort Southern California
Oct 5 – Santa Barbara, CA – Lobero Theatre
Oct 7 – San Luis Obispo, CA – Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
Oct 8 – Napa, CA – Uptown Theatre Napa
Oct 9 – Saratoga, CA – The Mountain Winery
# with JJ Grey & Mofro
~ with BTO & Jefferson Starship
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