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Country legend Randy Travis brings his 'More Life Tour' to LA's Saban Theatre
Randy Travis attends the "More Life Tour" at Ryman Auditorium on June 05, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Country Music Hall of Fame star Randy Travis is bringing his “More Life Tour” to the Saban Theatre Friday, featuring lead vocalist James Dupré performing Travis’ biggest hits alongside his original touring band.
Why it matters: A stroke in 2013 left Travis with aphasia, robbing him of his ability to perform. The “More Life Tour” is his answer to staying connected with fans and the road he loves. The tour celebrates the legend’s music and is built around Dupré’s, who has been performing Travis’ songs since the early days of YouTube.
The backstory: Travis racked up 23 number-one hits and seven Grammy Awards before his stroke. Dupré, who grew up in Bayou Chica, Louisiana, met Travis just before the stroke and reconnected years later when Travis reassembled his original band and hit the road again. Dupré didn’t hesitate when they called.
Details on the tour in L.A.: The "More Life Tour" arrives at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Tickets are available here.
Go deeper: Listen to the full interview with Dupré on LAist’s Morning Edition with Austin Cross.
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County legend Randy Travis brings his 'More Life Tour' to LA's Saban Theatre
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