Here are 6 memorable last concerts by artists like Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, and Daryle Singletary. George Jones was aware that his concert was his last, while Daryle Singletary was not, adding an eerie quality to the song he performed to close the night.
Following the passing of Merle Haggard, there was a popular story circulating about how Toby Keith assisted him in exiting the stage gracefully. However, this story turned out to be false. Keith was not present at Haggard's last performance, and the person who spread the misinformation was also not in attendance.
In reality, the actor W. Earl Brown was not present at the event where Keith actually assisted Haggard in finishing. He only found out about it after the fact.
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Taste of Country found a review of Merle Haggard's last concert that revealed a special moment deserving as much focus as the Toby Keith hero story. This moment is one of six final concert memories highlighted in the video and pictures provided.
The video features John Denver's final performance, Johnny Cash's last song, and Waylon Jennings' made-for-TV farewell performance, adding a bittersweet touch to the collection.
We really enjoy the Singletary performance. If you know the song "Old Violin" by Johnny Paycheck, you'll understand the emotion he put into it. If you're not familiar with the song, make sure to keep watching.
6 Last Performances by Iconic Country Music Artists
Image Credit: Billy Dukes
In memory of 40 country singers and songwriters who passed away at a young age. Tribute credit goes to Billy Dukes for the gallery.
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