GEORGIA RADIO - Legendary 90s country group McBride & The Ride is celebrating their 35th anniversary with an exciting new release! The ACM and CMA-nominated trio is thrilled to announce their latest single, “Amarillo Sky,” from their upcoming Live EP, set to release later this fall. Terry McBride joined Matt Jolley to share the news and talk about the band’s journey and future plans.
For the first time, McBride & The Ride—comprised of Ray Herndon (vocals/guitar), Terry McBride (vocals/bass), and Billy Thomas (vocals/drums)—are releasing live recordings of their hottest singles and most requested songs.
This includes hits like “Love on the Loose, Heart on the Run,” “Sacred Ground,” and “Going Out of My Mind.” The live recordings aim to bring the energetic experience of their performances straight to fans, anytime, anywhere.
Premiered by Center Stage Magazine, “Amarillo Sky” is now available for fans to enjoy. Terry McBride shared, “We first recorded Amarillo Sky back in 2002 and it quickly became not only a band favorite, but a fan favorite. We still enjoy playing it over twenty years later. The first time I heard it, I felt an instant connection. The vivid Texas imagery of that tractor making another round under the Amarillo sky struck a chord with my Lone Star heart, and it still resonates with me today.”
The new Live EP was recorded at Handlebar J in Scottsdale, Arizona earlier this year. Ray Herndon expressed excitement about the project, stating, “We did two sold-out shows and took the best recordings from both to create our first live EP. We are thrilled with the outcome and hope you love it too!” Billy Thomas added, “It’s exciting to be back in the studio and on the road with my two old buddies. I’m looking forward to sharing what we do LIVE with all of our fans out there!”
As part of their celebration, McBride & The Ride is continuing their “Cool To Be Country” tour, with shows across the country, including a notable performance at Chief’s on Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee. The tour will also take them to Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, and Texas, with more dates being added to the schedule. Fans can expect to hear their biggest hits from the 90s, along with fan favorites from their first three albums, “Amarillo Sky,” and their 2023 comeback EP, “Marlboros & Avon.”
In addition to celebrating their 35th anniversary, McBride & The Ride is also marking the 30th anniversary of the blockbuster hit movie ‘8 Seconds,’ which featured their single “No More Cryin’” on the soundtrack and included an appearance by the band in the film.
For more information on McBride & The Ride and their tour schedule, visit mcbrideandtheride.com.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
SEP 13 - Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre / New Braunfels, Texas
SEP 14 - Dosey Doe Big Barn / The Woodlands, Texas
About McBride & The Ride: Formed in 1989, McBride & The Ride quickly rose to fame with hit singles like “Love on the Loose, Heart on the Run,” “Sacred Ground,” and “Going Out of My Mind.” After a series of successful albums, the band reunited in 2021 to create new music. The members have also thrived in their individual careers. Ray Herndon has been Lyle Lovett’s lead guitarist since 1985, Terry McBride has written major hits for Brooks & Dunn, Reba McEntire, and more, and Billy Thomas has been Vince Gill’s drummer since 1987. Their 2002 album, ‘Amarillo Sky,’ remains a fan favorite, and their latest EP, ‘Marlboros & Avon,’ was released in 2023. The new LIVE EP is eagerly awaited by fans and will be available later this fall.
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