Rascal Flatts Delivers Crowd-Pleasing Hits in Albany Show

Pop-country band overcomes 'ghastly' opening acts to thrill fans at MVP Arena

Feb. 1, 2026 at 11:31am

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Rascal Flatts performed a 90-minute set of their biggest hits to a packed crowd at Albany's MVP Arena on Saturday night. The pop-country band delivered a tight, crowd-pleasing performance, making up for an unfortunate opening act that included a controversial cover of a classic hip-hop song.

Why it matters

Rascal Flatts is one of the most successful pop-country acts of the 2000s, known for their string of radio-friendly hits. Their Albany show was part of a larger tour, highlighting the enduring popularity of the band's music among country music fans.

The details

The Rascal Flatts set featured energetic renditions of songs like "Yours if You Want It" and "Fast Cars and Freedom," as well as more emotional ballads like "My Wish" and "I'm Movin' On." Lead singer Gary LeVox also made a statement about the partisan divide in America, an interesting move given the band's past performance at President Trump's 2025 inauguration. The show concluded with a cover of Tom Cochrane's "Life is a Highway."

  • Rascal Flatts performed on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The players

Rascal Flatts

A popular American country music group known for their string of radio hits in the 2000s.

Gary LeVox

The lead singer of Rascal Flatts who made a statement about political division during the show.

Joe Don Rooney

The lead guitarist for Rascal Flatts who showcased his skills during the performance.

Lauren Alaina

A country music singer who served as the opening act for Rascal Flatts.

Chris Lane

A country music singer whose opening set included a controversial cover of a classic hip-hop song.

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What they’re saying

“Flames, on the side of my head!”

— Madeline Kahn, As Mrs. White in the film 'Clue'

The takeaway

Despite an unfortunate opening act, Rascal Flatts proved they can still deliver a crowd-pleasing performance of their biggest hits, showcasing the enduring popularity of their brand of pop-country music among fans.