Thomas Rhett Announces 'Soundtrack to Life' Summer Tour

Country star to hit the road with support from ERNEST, Kashus Culpepper, and more

Mar. 27, 2026 at 1:40pm

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Thomas Rhett is gearing up for a busy summer on the road, announcing a new headlining tour called the 'Soundtrack to Life Tour.' The trek will visit over 20 cities across the United States starting on July 9 in Nashville, with support from rising country acts like ERNEST, Kashus Culpepper, Zach John King, Vincent Mason, and Conner Smith. Emily Ann Roberts will open each show on the tour.

Why it matters

Rhett is one of country music's biggest stars, known for hits like 'Die a Happy Man' and 'Unforgettable.' This tour will give fans across the country a chance to see him perform live, and the mix of supporting acts provides an opportunity to discover new up-and-coming talent in the genre.

The details

The 'Soundtrack to Life Tour' will visit markets including Austin, Dallas, Hartford, Grand Rapids, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Sacramento. Rhett said the concept behind the tour reflects how music can capture meaningful moments in people's lives. In addition to the headlining tour, Rhett also has several high-profile performances planned this year, including joining Morgan Wallen on the 'Still The Problem Tour' and a co-headlining stadium event with pop star Niall Horan.

  • The 'Soundtrack to Life Tour' will launch on July 9 in Nashville.
  • Rhett will join Morgan Wallen for select dates on the 'Still The Problem Tour' later this year.
  • Rhett and Niall Horan will co-headline two stadium shows on July 9 and July 18.

The players

Thomas Rhett

A popular country music singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Die a Happy Man' and 'Unforgettable'.

ERNEST

A rising country artist who will provide support on Rhett's tour.

Kashus Culpepper

An up-and-coming country performer scheduled to open shows on the 'Soundtrack to Life Tour'.

Niall Horan

A pop singer who will co-headline two stadium shows with Rhett in 2026.

Morgan Wallen

A country star that Rhett will join for select dates on the 'Still The Problem Tour'.

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What they’re saying

“I've always believed a great song can take you right back to a moment—your first love, the last day of school, that summer you never wanted to end—and that's what I hope the fans take away from our shows this summer.”

— Thomas Rhett

What’s next

Ticket information for the 'Soundtrack to Life Tour' is available on Rhett's website.

The takeaway

Thomas Rhett's new tour will give country music fans across the U.S. a chance to see one of the genre's biggest stars perform live, while also discovering up-and-coming supporting acts. The tour's concept of capturing meaningful moments through music reflects Rhett's approach to songwriting and performing.