1 on the Adult Contemporary chart. The venue was not a big venue, however is was very nice. No umbrellas or outside food or drink. then I was hooked and started looking for more. See our Privacy Policy. Thank you so much. The tour includes a stop at Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre on Monday, Aug. 7, 2023. But the "KRACKER" was just about the same age as me ??? If you are seriously interested in booking Uncle Kracker or other talent shown on our site, we will research their desire and the specific fee for your live-streaming event or project request. "It gives you that kind of 'I told you so' feeling," Uncle Kracker remembered of his big moment, "because I always knew the record was good." ", Looking back at the arrest, Uncle Kracker remembered the "absolute nightmare" situation, he told Buzzfeed. Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. You will want to contact Uncle Kracker's publicist. And while Uncle Kracker admitted he didn't quite reach the heights of his friend, his career was "spawn[ed] it off of [Kid Rock's] thing.". ", The singer also loved how the audience reacted to seeing all their favorite artists on stage. Unsurprisingly, the group "objected" to Shafer's version, so to avoid any issues, Shafer added the label "Uncle" in front of his nickname. A handful of Uncle Kracker's most beloved tour albums and songs are provided below. According to the article, there was already a rock band at the time with the name Cracker. 20 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary singles chart but did not chart on any other charts, and "Writing It Down," which did not chart at all. So, instead of releasing the album, he decided to start from scratch. Oh my goodnesswhere had I been all these years ? Someone will reach out to you soon regarding your message. The venue at Oak Grove was nice and clean. is a frequent question we get. 26 on the Adult Contemporary charts. Luckily, his buddy Kid Rock was starting to grow in popularity, sometimes for controversial reasons. From his 2009 album, Happy Hour, Kracker's Don Williams-influenced Smile went double platinum. who is Kenny's manager. "If there's an ocean, I'll put my toe in it. The album reached No. 59 on the Hot 100 and No. But, sadly for the young man, "It didn't come out. Find Uncle Kracker's upcoming U.S. and international concerts, tickets, demands and tour dates for 2023 on Concertful. With his incredibly mellow stage presence, Uncle Kracker is able to instantly unwind and cool down even the most crazed and overly caffeinated crowd, which is exactly what he did when he performed with old friend, Kenny Chesney in Knoxville, Tennessee. 772 Concerts Uncle Kracker (born Matthew Shafer 9 November 1974 in Mount Clemens, Michigan) is an American rock and roll and country music musician. So now I have 10 days to find someone who might want to go see the "KRACKER" my treat, but won't mind driving to Lakeland. Their next tour date is at Unknown venue in Georgetown, after that they'll be at Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre in Greenwood Village. Matt Shafer said that when the two were teenagers, "somebody wanted to call Kid Rock" by the nickname "Kracker." "Country had its own thing going on it's kind of the last place where you can write a song from front to back," the singer explained. ZZ Top & Lynyrd Skynyrd: The Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour. 07/21/2023. Out of the friends I have in FloridaI couldn't find one person who would go with me. the tour manager took the girl two over from me. The album featured two singles: "Rescue", which only charted at No. And this mixture of genres continued throughout several more albums and singles. The bar staff at the venue were terribly slow. 2023 BookingAgentInfo.com All rights reserved. Uncle Kracker is currently touring across 2 countries and has 5 upcoming concerts. His most recent album, 2012s Midnight Special, is Uncle Krackers first full country album. Uncle Kracker. I have never been so hurt or humiliated as I was at the Uncle Kracker concert was at Sound Waves at the new Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City on September 7th, 2018 by one of their employees. Matthew Shafer, also known by his stage name Uncle Kracker, is an American singer, rapper and musician. VENUE. Trivia 57 on the charts and was quickly embraced by country music fans. LOWEST PRICE. Check back in a minute. When Rock achieved musical success, Kracker decided it was time for him to release his own album, too. He gained substantial recognition from his music and has released several albums since then including No Stranger to Shame, Seventy Two and Sunny, Happy Hour, Midnight Special and a six-song EP Happy Hour: The South River Road Sessions. If there's a museum, I'll go see it. Probably will not go back to this venue. "I started DJing for him back in like '90 or '91. In 2023, Uncle Kracker will tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top on their Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour, which is set to commence July 21, 2023 in West Palm Beach and conclude September 17 in Camden. Uncle Kracker will be showcasing his new song in sheds across the country. But this nostalgia also created another realization for Uncle Kracker: his age. As Uncle Kracker was leaving the stage though he seem to point me out, as I noticed as well as by the other fans around me who were strangers rooting for me on my quest, and he told the tour manager to bring me back to talk to him. It was released on May 30, 2000, via Lava / Atlantic Records. Also, their speaking fee might be different than the fee shown for the cost to perform or to just appear. This website uses cookies to improve service and provide tailored ads. But it also includes the breezy and country-like single "Follow Me." A Good looking hunni. "And it proved to be a little tougher than we thought it was gonna be, 'cause he sold, like, 16 million [records]," he explained. On November 16, 2012, Uncle Kracker released his fifth studio album, Midnight Special, produced by Keith Stegall. A third single was released, "Memphis Soul Song", which charted on the Adult Top 40 at No. With almost 30 years of industry experience working with professional event planners and talent buyers like you, we can successfully work to hire Uncle Kracker for a corporate event, personal appearance, corporate entertainment, speaking engagement, endorsement, private party, or wedding. Powered by.css-vhifsz{margin-bottom:-2px;margin-left:5px;}. Who do I contact for media inquiries? You can get access to all of Uncle Kracker contacts by signing up and becoming a member. I bought the two tickets, one of my friends was going to go with me. And that's where I found the "KRACK MAN" LmaoFollow Meit was wonderful, and I really thought it was brand new and Mr Kracker was a Teeny Bopper . Just in time for summer, the feel-good track recorded in Nashville couples Uncle Kracker's heartfelt, infectious lyrics with a country groove that will keep fans smiling all summer long. His music was the softest and sweetest of the bunch, a mix of rock and country, including tracks off his 2012 album, Midnight Special, featuring the singles "Nobody's Sad on a Saturday Night" and "Blue Skies. "And this song was supposed to have that, but after we recorded it, I was like, 'Man, that could be something for radio,' so we switched it back," he remembered. . 3:26 PM. Me and my boyfriend are literally obsessed with you! The album was produced by Kid Rock, with mixing additional production by Michael Bradford. He spoke with. The singer earned the moniker at age 13 from his childhood pal, Kid Rock, before both men became famous musical artists. We had such a good time! I guess it's kinda both," Uncle Kracker revealed. And it certainly shows with the release of his brand new single Floatin. Just in time for summer, the feel-good track recorded in Nashville couples Uncle Krackers heartfelt, infectious lyrics with a country groove that will keep fans smiling all summer long. "I just like all kinds of stuff," he said. Dickies Arena - Fort Worth, TX. Each time we go on stage, I want people to leave smiling.". :), Come to Louisiana we love you and waiting to see you.I watched you sing Window up above.No one sings it better hope you will bring back old country like you have the voice for it.Plus your. You can get the contact info for Uncle Kracker publicist at Booking Agent Info. He added that more mainstream radio didn't fit into his creative passion, and that as "more of a songwriter than a musician," country music was the best genre to express his thoughts. Shafer's career has been full of highs and lows. Being a close and personal buddy of the amazing Kid Rock not only gives Uncle Kracker instant cool points, but it also helped this smooth singing Southerner break onto the music scene having originally started out as a DJ. The Uncle Kracker manager and agent will only work with us if we present them with funded offers for their client to work your event. CITY. Uncle Kracker's managers are Robert Rudd, Tom Storms and Kierra Bowman. amassed him country-wide attention and scored Top 10 position on Billboard Hot 100. Uncle Kracker's love of the water is a common theme in his leisure activities, asPop Culturealso noted in 2019 that "in his downtime he likes to spend his time out on the lake in his boat with his fiance and some friends. He said to reach those peaks, "All the wheels gotta be spinning at the right time" and throw in some luck, too. Uncle Kracker may have gotten his start on the turntables mixing rap and rock, but on his phenomenally popular album Follow Me, and the music that's followed, audiences have heard a softer, gentler sound. Switching his style to a more country rock vibe, he thus gave us one of his most well known songs, 'Follow Me' taken from the album 'Double Wide', which was not only produced by Kid Rock, but also, unsurprisingly went double platinum. According to the singer, "everything was done," including the album artwork. Happy Hour: The South River Road Sessions. It acknowledges that there is evidence against him for a judge or jury possibly to convict him." The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman - Woodlands, TX. He sang the words "follow me" long before it became a social media invitation years later. The album would go on to reach double platinum status, jumping into the top on Billboard's 200 chart, and turned the singer into an overnight success. According to Uncle Kracker, he never got to fully explain his side of the story and "it definitely wasn't what everyone thought it was, that's for sure. As long as your funding is commensurate with the price range to book Uncle Kracker, CTI will propose your event to the official agency representing Uncle Kracker. His interactions with the crowd make it even more fun. His 2009 hit single, Smile, debuted at No. View all concerts. The album was a full-fledged country record. Because despite the highs, the singer also remembered "plenty of tanks" in his career. Shafer soon became friends with Kid Rock. Just because someone doesnt have a high card or doesnt look a certain way does not give ANYONE the right to treat anyone as less, and you cannot tell who a person is based on a card status or anything else. Kracker's version of this song peaked at No. I bought the two tickets, one of my friends was going to go with me. All Rights Reserved Where Applicable. At that point, Uncle Kracker had established himself as a songwriter with a gift to create hits. Everything was not alright when Uncle Kracker aka Matthew Shafer found himself in trouble with the law and made national news. Uncle Kracker attends the 2009 Ambassadors of Rock Tour at Hard Rock Cafe, Times Square on September 15, 2009 in New York City. The one friend who was supposed to go, cancelled 1 day before the show. I bought tickets through ticketmaster the second they went on sale, yet the best tickets I could get were in Section 202 in the back (and it is not like it was packed). "It gets cold over there when you bail on s*** like that. But after "its first 30 weeks in stores," the album exploded in popularity off of its biggest single, "Follow Me," via MTV. 6 months ago I had never heard of him or him music while going thru the 1st phase of my husband letting me know we were getting divorced ( he freaking packed up his car and disappeared for 2 months ) I found tons of soul rebuilding by listening to music. But thanks to years of touring and his songwriting credits from early in his career, it all adds up to a sizable net worth: an estimated $5 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He kept the name Uncle Kracker for his first solo album that was released in 2000. Fashion wise, Uncle Kracker keeps it casual, and loves rocking a trucker hat slightly tilted to the side. On his 2013 tour, he shared a loaded ticket with longtime musical collaborator Kid Rock and Southern rock legends ZZ Top. Tucson, AZ. I hope to be able to see him again soon! After 16 years since the release of 'Double Wide' and making a major effect in the industry, followers still unite to see Uncle Kracker on stage to play favorites from the complete discography. 1999-2023 - Celebrity Talent International. Uncle Kracker will be showcasing his new song in sheds across the country. Now hes having more fun than ever. Sun 6:30pm. Sugar Hill Records and Vanguard Records released the album under parent company Welk Music Group. Kid Rock ran into issues with an earlier DJ, so he called up his friend. The show is very much on as Kracker finds his groove and plays through a setlist of alt-rock gems. The seating was great. He explained, "Back when my first records were coming out, we did a lot of shows together and have kept in touch over the years. He recalled "mellow and fun" crowds who "sung along to it years ago and now they sing along to it too." "It's very interactive," he says. Uncle Kracker is a big family guy Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images While Uncle Kracker may be associated with Kid Rock, the artist also has plenty of other kids in his life. 53K Followers, 533 Following, 900 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Uncle Kracker (@unclekracker) The way I feel is if I'm enjoying it, it's really worth doing.". ", In the summer of 2013, fan finally got to stop wondering whatever happened to Mark McGrath, when the Sugar Ray lead singer announced a dream reunion. To top it off, hes collaborated on songs and played concerts with country star Kenny Chesney on numerous occasions. His friendly, down to earth personality is also a huge highlight of the gig as the audience simply beam with enthusiasm as he interacts and chats with them on a personal level. My heart was broken because I waited years just to say thank you to this human being. And as a former DJ, he would listen to many things and is open to "whatever sounds good at the time.". In his song, "No Time To Be Sober," the artist sings about going to the store to "stock up on spirits.". During COVID-19 restrictions, Uncle Kracker released a self-recorded music video for his song "No Time To Be Sober." But the associative effect worked. On tour: Yes; . That outlook has served him well over the . You cannot tell me no one got back stage because I saw some expensively dressed people go back there. The single stayed true to the artist's personal philosophy (via his official website): "I really subscribe to this mindset of just having fun. After touring, Shafer began working on a third album which he called Seventy Two and Sunny. Their next tour date is at Neon Cactus in West Lafayette, after that they'll be at NIU Convocation Center in Dekalb. Sat 6:30pm. Why Uncle? Add-Ons Available. Uncle Kracker will be performing near you at PNC Bank Arts Center on Sunday 10 September 2023 as part of their tour, and are scheduled to play 32 concerts across 2 countries in 2023-2024. Uncle Kracker Featuring Dobie Gray 03.29.03 9 12 Wks 08.02.03 35 Follow Me Uncle Kracker 03.10.01 5 12 Wks 06.09.01 33 Smile Uncle Kracker 08.15.09 31 12 Wks 08.14.10 33 In A Little While . Ranking Artist #713: Alabama 7 concerts to October 20, 2023 #2139: Sawyer Fredericks 4 concerts to September 03, 2023 #1680: The singer also explained how his daughters all had wildly different musical interests. Uncle Kracker will be showcasing his new song in sheds across the country. Get your tour dates seen by one billion fans. Unfortunately the band only played for 1 hour and 20 minutes. The unnamed victim claimed that afterShafer allegedly groped her under her skirt, she "turned around, Mr. Shafer was standing behind her, they exchanged some words, and she slapped him, at which point, he slapped her back." The final Uncle Kracker booking price is contingent on many variables and the booking fee we may show is based on a range derived from our past experience with what will Uncle Kracker charge for an event. In the video, which was "directed, shot, and edited" by his daughters Madison Blue Shafer and Troy Averie Shafer,"fans got a glimpse of his waterfront Michigan home, which includes a fire pit and Golden Tee Golf-style arcade game. His live show continues to get bigger and better with every tour. Though upon a closer look, "Follow Me" sticks out on the album, as the rest of the tracks are more "aggressive" and "confrontational," perMTV. Great venue as well as it was easily laid out and easy to get to and lots of dancing room !!! For all available tickets and to find shows near you, scroll to the listings at the top of this page. Songkick is the first to know of new tour announcements, dates and concert information, so if your favorite artists are not due to play in your area, join Songkick to track Uncle Kracker and get concert alerts when they play near you, like 270723 other Uncle Kracker fans. Another preferred boy bands One Direction and 5 Seconds of Summer. But one thing that has stayed consistent over the years is his signature look. Uncle Kracker appeared on the Alternative scene with the release of the album 'Double Wide' released on June 13, 2000. But according to the artist, "I've been really lucky with country music." If there's a casino, I might put some money down on a table. He combined forces with other "nostalgia-baiting" artists, including Smash Mouth and Vertical Horizon for the Under The Sun Tour, via Spin. Shafer was born in Mount Clemens, Michigan, on June 6, 1974. ("When the Sun Goes Down") and a summer tour -- both with his pal Kenny Chesney -- Uncle Kracker's life is anything but dry. When he's not at home, Uncle Kracker likes to spend some of his money on traveling. Uncle Kracker appeared on the Alternative scene with the release of the album 'Double Wide' released on June 13, 2000. It's time to find out what he's been up to since the most famous song of his career. Uncle Kracker always puts on a great show! Just in time for summer, the feel-good track recorded in Nashville couples Uncle Kracker's heartfelt, infectious lyrics with a country groove that will keep fans smiling all summer long.

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