The XTU’s Anniversary Show History Since 1989

XTU Nation

Country music has a unique ability to make people feel good in a way that’s hard to replicate by other music genres. XTU Nation has created a fantastic community across the Delaware Valley. From our station events, such as the Toy Truck Parade, the summer festivals, ticket runs and everything in between, XTU Nation shows up every time. You are some of the world’s most passionate and devoted fans. You love the country music, the country artists, and the community. And if you’ve ever been to an XTU event or concert, you know what I mean. XTU Nation makes country concerts some of the most fun events you can attend, and the memories will last forever. We can’t wait to see you this summer!

Why We Love Country Music

Country music has the best fans in any genre, and that is thanks to the amazing artists we support. Country artists are some of the most genuine people in the world. They’re not afraid to be themselves and to show their true colors, just like us! Country artists sing about real life, with all its ups and downs. They’re not afraid to be vulnerable and to share their personal stories with their fans. This makes them incredibly relatable and allows us to know them on a personal level. We know how kind, generous, and supportive they are, which makes for an amazing concert every time.

History Of XTU’s Anniversary Shows

We’re so excited to throw our XTU Anniversary Show every year since 1984. It’s incredible to see all the country artists that have come to Philadelphia and performed just for XTU Nation. We’ve had some incredible moments from our Anniversary Shows over the years. Take a look at the acts we have come through over the years!

  • 1989:

    1st show celebrating the 5th Anniversary: Rodney Crowell, Restless Heart at Valley Forge Music Center

    Dave Innis, Larry Stewart, John Dittrich, Paul Gregg, and Greg Jennings of Restless Heart

  • 1990:

    The Judds and The Johnson Brothers Band at Valley Forge Music Center. 

    Wynonna (L) and Naomi Judd perform

     

  • 1991:

    Carlene Carter, Asleep at the Wheel, The Forrester Sisters, and Rodney Crowell at Penn’s Landing.

    Carlene Carter performs at the DirecTV Live showcase

  • 1992:

    Michelle Wright, Billy Dean, Hal Ketchum, and Crystal Gayle at Penn’s Landing.

    Crystal Gayle Honored On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame

  • 1993:

    Joy White, Tim McGraw, Mark Collie, Chris LeDoux, and Sawyer Brown at Penn’s Landing.

    Country music artist Tim McGraw waves

  • 1994:

    Brooks & Dunn, Blackhawk, Pam Tillis, and John Michael Montgomery at Penn’s Landing.

    Brooks and Dunn perform

  • 1995:

    Joe Diffie, Ty England, Jeff Carson, Ty Herndon, Shelby Lynn, The Hutchens, Perfect Stranger, Carey-N-Carey, and Lonestar at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Singer/Songwriter Joe Diffie performs

  • 1996:

    Ricky Skaggs, Blackhawk, The Mavericks, Leeann Rimes, John Berry, and Smokin’ Armadillos at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    LeAnn Rimes sings the National Anthem before a baseball game

  • 1997:

    Marty Stuart, Little Texas, Toby Keith, and Tanya Tucker at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Toby Keith rehearses for the "2002 Academy of Country Music Awards"

  • 1998:

    Reba McEntire, Linda Davis, and David Kersh at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Recording artist Reba McEntire performs at "Celebrity Fight Night IX"

  • 1999:

    Randy Travis, Terri Clark, Steve Wariner, James Prosser, Sherrie Austin, and SHeDAISY at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Randy Travis performs at The 2008 CMA Music Festival

  • 2000:

    Brooks & Dunn, Lonestar, Travis Tritt, Chely Wright, Montgomery Gentry, Eric Heatherly, Steve Holy, Dani Leigh, and River Road at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    32nd Annual Fan Fair in Nashville

  • 2001:

    Travis Tritt, Sawyer Brown, Billy Gillman, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Neal McCoy, Jamie O’Neal, Mark McGuinn, and the Stars of Tomorrow Stage with Mitzi Dawn, Clarice Rose, Meredith Edwards, and South 65 at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Singer Travis Tritt performs

  • 2002:

    Alabama, Trisha Yearwood, Collin Raye, Little Big Town, Shannon Lawson, Emerson Drive, and Steve Azar at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Country group Alabama pose backstage

  • 2003:

    Clint Black, Jo Dee Messina, Neal McCoy, Jessica Andrews, Rushlow, Rebecca Lynn Howard, and Amy Dalley at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Country music star Clint Black performs

  • 2004:

    Reba McEntire, Joe Nichols, SHeDAISY, Big & Rich, Blue County, Gretchen Wilson, and Brad Cotter at Susquehanna Bank Center.

    Musician Gretchen Wilson performs onstage at the Clive Davis Grammy Party

  • 2005:

    Montgomery Gentry, Jo Dee Messina, Phil Vassar, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Shooter Jennings, Erika Jo, Ryan Shupe & The Rubberband at BB&T Pavilion

    Jo Dee Messina rehearses for the "2002 Academy of Country Music Awards"

  • 2006:

    Big & Rich with Cowboy Troy, Neal McCoy, Jack Ingram, Rockie Lynn, Danielle Peck, Carolina Rain, Gary Nichols, and Cowboy Crush at BB&T Pavilion.

    Big and Rich perform on stage

  • 2007:

    Montgomery Gentry, Dierks Bentley, Clint Black, Gary Alan, Cole Deggs & The Lonesome, Bucky Covington, Sarah Buxton, and Luke Bryan at BB&T Pavilion.

    Singer Dierks Bentley performs at the Academy of Country Music celebrity motorcycle ride i

  • 2008:

    Sugarland, Billy Ray Cyrus, Terri Clark, Keith Anderson, Pat Green, Jypsi, Carter’s Chord, and Chuck Wicks at BB&T Pavilion.

    Singer Jennifer Nettles (L) and musician Kristian Bush from the band "Sugarland" perform onstage

  • 2009:

    Big & Rich with Cowboy Troy, Phil Vassar, Kellie Pickler, James Otto, Zac Brown Band, Love & Theft, Jessica Andrews, and Bomshel at BB&T Pavilion.

    Musician Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band performs

  • 2010:

    Montgomery Gentry, Little Big Town, Jamey Johnson, Eric Church, Eli Young Band, Jack Ingram, Heidi Newfield, Ryan Bingham & The Dead Horse, Emily West, The Lost Trailers, Jonathon Singleton & The Grove and The Bluebird Cafe with Brad Tursi, Cory Branan, Troy Olsen, Ashley Ray, Walker Hayes, Jedd Hughes, Dave Pahanish, Sarah Buxton, and Heather Morgan at BB&T Pavilion.

    Recording artists Jimi Westbrook, Kimberly Roads, Karen Fairchild and Phillip Sweet of Little Big Town onstage

  • 2011:

    Jason Aldean, Kix Brooks, Eric Church, Aaron Lewis, Thompson Square, Steel Magnolia, David Nail, Casey James, and JaneDear Girls at BB&T Pavilion.

    Musician Jason Aldean performs on the Mane Stage during the Stagecoach Music Festival

  • 2012:

    Miranda Lambert, Chris Young, Kix Brooks, Jerrod Neimann, Josh Thompson, Laura Bell Bundy, Uncle Kracker, and Eden’s Edge at BB&T Pavilion.

    Musician Miranda Lambert performs onstage during the rehearsals for Academy of Country Music Awards

  • 2013:

    Brad Paisley, Chris Young. Lee Brice, The Henningsens, Tyler Farr, Chris Stapleton, Bush Hawg, and Brothers Osborne at BB&T Pavilion.

    Video of the Year award winner Brad Paisley performs at the 36th Annual CMA Awards

  • 2014:

    Dierks Bentley, Chris Young, Jon Pardi, Chase Rice, Neal McCoy, The Swon Brothers, Lindsay Ell, Audra McLaughlin, and Philbilly at BB&T Pavilion.

    Singer/songwriter Chris Young performs during a stop of the Raised on Country World Tour

  • 2015:

    A Thousand Horses, Brett Eldredge, Drake White, Darius Rucker, and Kelsea Ballerini at BB&T Pavilion.

    Recording artist Brett Eldredge performs onstage during the Academy of Country Music concerts

  • 2016:

    Brantley Gilbert, Brett Young, Colt Ford, and Justin Moore at BB&T Pavilion.

    Brantley Gilbert performs during the First annual 2011 Rapids Jam Music Festival

  • 2017:

    Adam Craig, Carly Pearce, Dan + Shay, Dylan Scott, Granger Smith, Ryan Kinder, Trent Harmon, and Thomas Rhett at BB&T Pavilion.

    Recording artists Dan Smyers (L) and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay perform during the Route 91 Harvest country music festival

  • 2018:

    Brothers Osborne, LANCO, Dierks Bentley, Carly Pearce, Morgan Wallen, Runaway June, and Shawn Christie at BB&T Pavilion.

    Eric Church Celebrates Release Of New Album "The Outsiders" With The Outsiders Live Tour

     

  • 2019:

    Chris Young, Dylan Scott, Chris Janson, Walker Hayes, Cassadee Pope, Dylan Schneider, and Payton Taylor at BB&T Pavilion.

    Singer Dylan Scott performs onstage at the ACM Party For A Cause:

     

  • 2021:

    Jason Aldean, HARDY, Lainey Wilson, Ryan Hurd, Elvie Shane, Dillon Carmichael, Callista Clark, and Lenny Martelli at BB&T Pavilion.

    Jason Aldean performs on stage during day three of CMA Fest 2023 at Nissan Stadium

  • 2022:

    Tim McGraw, Russell Dickerson, Brandon Davis, Alexandra Kay, Niko Moon, Priscilla Block, ERNEST, and Callista Clark at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.

    Musician Tim McGraw cheers during Game One of the Championship Series between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Arizona Diamondbacks

  • 2023:

     Luke Bryan, Chayce Beckham, Alana Springsteen, Tyler Braden, Danielle Bradbery, Hannah Ellis, Jordan Harvey, and Kylie Morgan at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.

    Luke Bryan performs at Bridgestone Arena

  • 2024:

    Lainey Wilson, Ian Munsick, Zach Top, Chris Lane, HunterGirl, Bryan Martin, and Restless Road at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.

    Lainey wilson wearing a red hat

     

     

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