Chicago, September 25, 2025
News Summary
Country music star Kenny Chesney is extending his ‘Heart Life Music: The Book Tour’ with new events in Chicago, Nashville, and Miami. The Chicago event is set for November 5, following the book’s release on November 4, at the Copernicus Center. Chesney will also hold talks in Nashville and headline the Miami Book Fair. The tour aims to foster discussions about his music journey and is presented by The Book Stall, with special guest Holly Gleason joining him.
Chicago
Country music star, Kenny Chesney, is set to expand his “Heart Life Music: The Book Tour” with three new events in Chicago, Nashville, and Miami. The Chicago event will take place on November 5, just one day after the book’s release on November 4. It will be hosted at the Copernicus Center and presented by The Book Stall.
Nashville and Miami Events
Chesney will then travel to Nashville on November 6, where he will hold two book talks at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in the CMA Theater, in partnership with Parnassus Books. Following Nashville, on November 16, he will headline the opening weekend of the Miami Book Fair at the Chapman Center, Miami Dade College, located in Downtown Miami. Each of these events aims to foster intimate discussions about Chesney’s music and career journey.
Special Guests and Focus of the Tour
During the discussions, Chesney will be accompanied by Holly Gleason, a two-time LA Press Club Music Criticism and Entertainment Journalist of the Year and co-author of the book. The tour is intended to be a “love letter” to the people and places that have significantly influenced Chesney throughout his life.
Significance of Each City
Chesney expressed his desire to visit Chicago because of its importance as “the heart of the country” for him, noting it as a place where his music and creativity have flourished. He is equally excited about the Nashville event, highlighting its proximity to the location where he earned tips while starting his career. The Miami Book Fair is described as an iconic event, and Chesney feels honored to be part of it.
Ticket Sales
Tickets for the upcoming events in Chicago and Nashville will go on sale on September 26 at 10 a.m. EST. General public tickets for the Miami Book Fair will be available from October 13. The earlier announced events in Johnson City and Boston sold out quickly, indicating strong demand for Chesney’s appearances.
About “Heart Life Music”
“Heart Life Music” is set to share Chesney’s journey from a small-town kid to a prominent figure in the country music scene. The events along the tour are designed not only to promote the book but also to connect Chesney with his fans, who he affectionately refers to as No Shoes Nation, allowing him to share his thoughts and experiences in a personal setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Chicago event take place?
The Chicago event is scheduled for November 5, the day after the book’s release.
Where will the Nashville event be held?
Chesney will head to Nashville on November 6 for two book talks at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s CMA Theater.
When do tickets go on sale for the Chicago and Nashville events?
Tickets for the Chicago and Nashville events will go on sale September 26 at 10 a.m. EST.
What is the focus of Kenny Chesney’s “Heart Life Music” book?
“Heart Life Music” is set to share Chesney’s journey from a small-town kid to a prominent figure in country music.
Event Features
| Event Location | Date | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | November 5 | Hosted at the Copernicus Center by The Book Stall |
| Nashville | November 6 | Two book talks at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum |
| Miami | November 16 | Headlining the opening weekend of the Miami Book Fair |
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