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Zac Brown, Kenny Chesney Among Artists on Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert Lineup

Author Lauren Hoffman

The music world lost an absolute icon back on September 1 when the great Jimmy Buffett passed away in September at the age of 76 . The singer-songwriter’s cause of death was reportedly skin cancer that turned into lymphoma.

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It was announced today (3/11) that in his honor, “Keep The Party Going: A Tribute To Jimmy Buffett,” will be held at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California on Thursday, April 11. The one-night-only show will feature performances by many of Buffett’s legendary friends as well as special guests.

Country stars Zac Brown, Kenny Chesney, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Sheryl Crow, Caroline Jones, and Jake Owen are among the lineup. Paul McCartney, Jon Bon Jovi, Jackson Browne, Jack Johnson, Scotty Emerick, Mac McAnally, Pitbull, and the Eagles are also set to perform.

“Honored to be a part of such a special night of music to #keepthepartygoing and pay tribute to my good friend Jimmy Buffett. Tickets on sale Friday,” Chesney posted on Instagram.

Artists and fans from all over the world have paid tribute to Buffett in recent months whether it was with a live performance, a video posted to social media, or even on television. See below for just a few of the previously posted tributes online.

“Hope you’re knee deep in the water somewhere in paradise today, @jimmybuffett. We were honored to know you and to make music with you. Fins up.” – Zac Brown Band

“@jimmybuffett was my musical hero and an embodiment of the kind of person you strive to be outside of music. He lived for surfing, embraced a barefoot lifestyle, and sang songs that celebrated the essence of living life to the fullest.” – Jake Owen

“The closest thing I ever had to a big brother left this world on Sept. 1. I’ve been comforted by so many beautiful tributes and am grateful for them. It is my intent to offer comfort and tribute in words and music for the rest of my life.” – Mac McAnally

Tickets for ‘Keep The Party Going: A Tribute To Jimmy Buffett’ go on sale Friday, March 15 at 10 am PT.

Paul McCartney, Kenny Chesney + More Pay Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

  • Paul McCartney

    McCartney noted that he played on one of Jimmy’s final recordings and pointed out that he thought that some of his last songs were among his best. He said, “I was very happy to have played on one of his latest songs called ‘My Gummy Just Kicked In’. We had a real fun session and he played me some of his new songs. One, in particular, I loved was the song, ‘Bubbles Up’. And I told him that not only was the song great but the vocal was probably the best I’ve heard him sing ever. He turned a diving phrase that is used to train people underwater into a metaphor for life when you’re confused and don’t know where you are just follow the bubbles – they’ll take you up to the surface and straighten you out right away.”

  • Kenny Chesney

    Kenny Chesney, who was hugely influenced by Buffett’s music and lifestyle brand, paid tribute via a video of him covering Buffett’s “A Pirate Looks At Forty.” He also shared a video of him on stage with Buffett singing his signature song, “Margaritaville.” He wrote, “So goodbye Jimmy. Thanks for your friendship and the songs I will carry in my heart forever. Sail On Sailor.” 

  • Sheryl Crow

    Crow shared a pretty epic photo and wrote, “Just saw @jimmybuffett recently while recording with @EmmylouSongbird and @DollyParton. He was as he always was… a bright light! With a wonderful sense of humor and always so warm. I will miss knowing he is on the planet. He is up there sailing the bright blue Caribbean!”

  • Bob Seger

    Next to a photo of Buffett, Seger wrote, “Sunshine personified. I never met a human being that didn’t like him. He’ll be greatly missed.”

  • Mike Love of The Beach Boys

    Other than Buffett and his Coral Reefer Band, the only rock and roll group as associated with the beach is, of course, The Beach Boys. Love wrote, “Although we’ll miss you, we’ll continue to enjoy the beautiful music that you’ve blessed upon us. No more shoes, just your toes in heaven’s sand. ”

  • Clint Black

    Black wrote a lengthy post about his love for the music and the man himself. “I toured with Jimmy for half the summer of 1998 & came away with a new lease on touring. He ran a fine ship & it was a most fun & relaxing voyage. I imagine only the circus could compare with a Jimmy Buffett tour. Beyond the controlled chaos of his show, there was a depth to his lyrics that defied the carnival nature of his concert experience. As I watched the crowds, I wondered if they knew. ‘Margaritaville’ defined him to many, but to me, you could’ve set that aside & still have too many masterpieces to name; ‘West Nashville Grand Ballroom Gown,’ ‘Pencil Thin Mustache,’ ‘I’m Growing Older But Not Up,’ ‘Miss You So Badly,’ ‘Wonder Why We Ever Go Home’…the list goes on and on.”

  • Pitbull

    The rapper Pitbull, like Buffett, is strongly associated with beaches and good times and he shared a video of the two performing “Margaritaville” together. “Jimmy, you lived life and didn’t let life live you. A true pioneer and trailblazer. Thank God for @jimmybuffett and when life gives you limes, make margaritas. Rest in paradise.”

  • Joe Walsh

    Walsh reminisced about when the two were label mates, decades ago. “Jimmy Buffett was an immediate friend that day we met back in 1970. He got signed to the same record label as the James Gang, Three Dog Night and Steppenwolf. We all had a good laugh wondering what the hell he was doing there with such a motley crew… even Jimmy himself! But he showed us all that he was built to last. A great sailor, a good friend and a man who did a lot of good for this world while nobody was looking. I’m still honored to have played at his and Janie’s wedding. Here’s a pic from a fan video of us doing what we did best… playing rock and roll for a charity gig back in Chicago in ‘99. I love you, Jimmy. I miss you already.”

 

 

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