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Rascal Flatts is an American country music band formed in 1999 in Nashville, Tennessee. The band consists of Gary LeVox (lead vocals), Jay DeMarcus (bass guitar, background vocals), and Joe Don Rooney (lead guitar, background vocals).

Key Information

From 2000 to 2009, the band recorded six studio albums, all of which were certified platinum or higher. Their self-titled debut Rascal Flatts was released in 2000. This was followed by Melt (2002), which garnered their first number-one single, "These Days". Feels Like Today (2004), Me and My Gang (2006), Still Feels Good (2007), and Unstoppable (2009) all topped the US Billboard 200 upon release. In their second decade, they recorded five more studio albums: Nothing Like This (2010), Changed (2012), Rewind (2014), a Christmas album entitled The Greatest Gift of All (2016), and Back to Us (2017). In 2020, the trio announced that they would be disbanding after twenty years together. A planned farewell tour was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the group officially disbanded in 2021. They announced a reunion in 2024 and, following a tour commemorating their twenty-fifth anniversary, they released their eleventh studio album, a collaborative project entitled Life Is a Highway: Refueled Duets, in June 2025.

Rascal Flatts has achieved sixteen number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs, Country Airplay, and/or Canada Country charts. Their longest-running number-one was a cover of Marcus Hummon's "Bless the Broken Road". It was also named Best Country Song at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards. Their cover of Tom Cochrane's "Life Is a Highway" for the Disney/Pixar film Cars (2006) also achieved significant commercial success. The band was named Vocal Group of the Year by the Country Music Association every year from 2003 to 2008, Top Vocal Group by the Academy of Country Music from 2003 to 2009 and won the American Music Award for Artist of the Year in 2006. They were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2011 and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2012. In 2025, Billboard ranked the group #48 on their list of the Top 100 Artists of the 21st Century.[1]

Origin

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We're not just business partners, we are good friends. That's why we have had the longevity we have.

Joe Don Rooney, 2006, People magazine[2]

Gary LeVox and Jay DeMarcus are second cousins from a musical family in Columbus, Ohio and were raised there.[3] DeMarcus moved to Nashville in 1992, earning his first record deal as part of a Christian group called East to West. In 1997, DeMarcus phoned LeVox and convinced him to come to Nashville and provide some harmonies on Michael English's album Gospel, which he was producing. They engineered the album together, and became English's backup band.[4]

At the same time, DeMarcus had become the bandleader of Chely Wright's band, where he met Joe Don Rooney, the guitarist in that band. DeMarcus and LeVox were working in a Printer's Alley nightclub called the Fiddle & Steel Guitar Bar,[3] and when their part-time guitarist could not make it one night, DeMarcus invited Rooney to fill in. Jim Riley was the drummer and bandleader for the band.[5] The three men covered the 1989 Shenandoah hit "The Church on Cumberland Road" that night. The group remembers that a bond was formed instantly.

Singer Mila Mason recommended the group to record producers Mark Bright and Marty Williams,[6] who played Lyric Street Records A&R Doug Howard a three-song demo and Howard thought they were "just incredible." After he'd heard the demos, the band went to the Lyric Street office the next day, sat down with acoustic guitars, and played a couple of songs. According to Howard in an interview with HitQuarters: "The vocals and harmonies, it was all there—I was just blown away. The lead singer has such a unique and compelling voice."[7] The band was signed to Lyric Street in September of 1999.

Career

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2000–2005: Rascal Flatts, Melt, and Feels Like Today

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In February 2000, the group made its debut with the single "Prayin' for Daylight". The song had been on the three-track demo that had gotten the band signed.[7] The song, which reached No. 3 on the Billboard country charts, was the first single from their self-titled debut, which was issued in June 2000 on Lyric Street.[3] Following "Prayin' for Daylight", the album's other three singles all made the Top 10 on that chart with "This Everyday Love", "While You Loved Me", and "I'm Movin' On", which respectively peaked at numbers 9, 7, and 4. "I'm Movin' On" was awarded Song of the Year by the Academy of Country Music in 2002. Stephen Thomas Erlewine reviewed the album with favor, calling it "a sunny, pleasing modern country-pop album".[8]

In November 2000, the group contributed the song "Walk The Llama Llama" to the soundtrack for the Disney film The Emperor's New Groove (2000). In early 2002, they also recorded a song titled "The Glory of Life" for the Paramount war film We Were Soldiers (2002). Their sophomore album Melt was released on October 29, 2002. Unlike its predecessor, Melt was co-produced by the band.[3] The album's first single, "These Days", became the band's first number one hit on the U.S. country charts.[3] The album included two more Top 10 hits with "Love You Out Loud" and "I Melt". "Mayberry", the album's fourth and final single, became the band's second number one. The music video for "I Melt" garnered controversy for its scenes which featured partial nudity,[9] and was banned from the Great American Country network.

Rascal Flatts' third album, Feels Like Today, was released in September 2004. Feels Like Today topped the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums charts upon release. The album's title track was released as its first single. The second single was "Bless the Broken Road". The song was originally recorded by its co-writer, Marcus Hummon, and had also been recorded by Melodie Crittenden (whose version charted in 1998), the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and Sons of the Desert. In early 2005, Rascal Flatts' version became the band's third number one hit on the U.S. country charts and spent five weeks at that position. The third single, "Fast Cars and Freedom", hit number one as well. While the latter was climbing the charts, some radio stations began playing a hidden track on the album, titled "Skin". This airplay caused "Skin" to enter the top 40. The song was released as a single under the title "Skin (Sarabeth)" and officially added to the album's track list, later peaking at #2 on the country charts.

2005–2007: Me and My Gang and Still Feels Good

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Rascal Flatts performing at the Crawford County Fair in Meadville, Pennsylvania, August 2005

Rascal Flatts's thirteenth chart entry, "What Hurts the Most", was released in January 2006. This song had previously been recorded by Mark Wills in 2003. Rascal Flatts' version of that song was released as the first single from their fourth album Me and My Gang, which was released in April. For the full album, the band worked with producer Dann Huff to create a more band-oriented album. Rascal Flatts' rendition of "What Hurts the Most" was a crossover hit for the band, reaching No. 1 on both the country and adult contemporary charts, as well as peaking at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, spending a total of 51 weeks on the latter chart. The album's title track was released as the second single and reached #6 on the country chart. The third and fourth singles, "My Wish" and "Stand", both reached number one.

In the summer of 2006, the group charted in the top 10 of the Hot 100 again with a cover of Tom Cochrane's "Life Is a Highway", which they recorded for the Disney/Pixar film Cars. Although "Life Is a Highway" was not released to country radio, many country stations began playing the song, causing it to chart within the top 20 of Hot Country Songs. Me and My Gang had the highest US debut of 2006, with 722,000 units in April.[10] The album spent 15 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and was the second-best selling album of 2006 (behind High School Musical), with sales totaling to about 3.5 million by year's end.[11] The album's success led the band to take the spot of top-selling artist for all genres of music, which had not been accomplished in 15 years by a country group.[12] In the summer of 2007, the band recorded a cover of the 1968 Beatles song "Revolution" for the film Evan Almighty.

Later the same year, the group released the single "Take Me There", a song which Kenny Chesney co-wrote and had initially planned to record himself. That song became a number-one country hit for the band in September and served as the first single from the album Still Feels Good. It was followed by "Winner at a Losing Game", which was the first single the band had written themselves.[13] The single and its followup "Every Day" both reached No. 2 on the country charts in 2008. The fourth single from the album, "Bob That Head", became the band's first single to miss the Top 10 on the chart. The fifth and final single, "Here", was released in August 2008 and became the band's ninth Number One hit on the chart week of January 3, 2009.

2008–2010: Greatest Hits Volume 1 and Unstoppable

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Rascal Flatts performing at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, March 2008

Rascal Flatts released their first compilation album, Greatest Hits Volume 1, on October 28, 2008. The album contains 13 of their biggest songs, starting with "Prayin' for Daylight" and going through "Life Is a Highway". The limited edition of the album contains a second disc with three Christmas songs: "White Christmas", "Jingle Bell Rock", and "I'll Be Home for Christmas". A year later in October 2009, they released a second edition of their greatest hits collection, this time with a second disc containing live performances of "Take Me There", "Summer Nights", "Me & My Gang", and "Winner at a Losing Game".

In January 2009, Rascal Flatts released the song "Here Comes Goodbye" as the first single from the album Unstoppable, which was released on April 7 of that year. Co-written by American Idol season six finalist Chris Sligh, "Here Comes Goodbye" became the group's tenth number one hit. The second single from the Unstoppable album, "Summer Nights", which was co-written by Gary LeVox, was released in early May 2009. That song debuted at No. 57 and topped out at No. 2 on the country charts. The third single off the album, "Why", peaked at No. 18 on the country charts, their poorest-charting effort to date at that point. The title track was released as the album's fourth single in January 2010 and peaked at #7 on the country chart in June. In April 2009, the band contributed re-recordings of their songs "Bless the Broken Road" and "Backwards" for the soundtrack of Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009), which they also appeared in.

A special release version of their album Unstoppable was sold at JCPenney stores nationwide. It featured an exclusive bonus track entitled "American Living" only available on the albums sold at JCPenney stores. JCPenney was the official sponsor of Rascal Flatts' Unstoppable American Living Tour. On July 16, 2009, as part of the American Living Tour, Rascal Flatts made history as the first country music group to play Chicago's Wrigley Field.[14] The trio was joined by fellow artists Vince Gill and Darius Rucker for a near-sellout crowd.

2010–2011: Nothing Like This and The Best of Rascal Flatts Live

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After the closure of Lyric Street in April 2010, Rascal Flatts signed to Big Machine Records in July of that year. The group's first single from the label was "Why Wait".[15] The song was the first single from the album Nothing Like This, which was released November 16, 2010.[16] In December 2010, "Why Wait" became the trio's eleventh number one hit on the U.S. country charts.

In March 2011, Rascal Flatts was featured on a remix of Justin Bieber's song "That Should Be Me". The second single from Nothing Like This was "I Won't Let Go". That song went to number 2 in early 2011. Following it was the band's first collaborative release to country radio, "Easy", which is a duet with British pop singer Natasha Bedingfield. "I Won't Let Go", and "Easy" peaked at numbers 2 and 3 respectively on the country charts. On November 8, 2011, Hollywood Records released The Best of Rascal Flatts Live.[17]

2012–2013: Changed

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Rascal Flatts on tour in Peoria, Illinois, January 2012

Rascal Flatts' eighth studio album, Changed, was released on April 3, 2012. It was produced by Dann Huff and Rascal Flatts. The first single from that album, "Banjo", became their twelfth number one on the country charts. The second single off the album, "Come Wake Me Up", reached #4 on the Country Airplay chart. The third single from the album was its title track, which peaked at #20 on the Airplay chart.

Rascal Flatts received the 2,480th star in the category of recording of the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 17, 2012. The star is located in front of the Sergeant Supply Store at 6664 Hollywood Boulevard. They became the second country artist with Oklahoma ties to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame that month after Vince Gill received his star the previous week.[18][19]

On November 19, Rascal Flatts released a DVD, All Access & Uncovered: The Making of Changed and Beyond, inviting the public into their inner circle. The DVD project revealed a more intimate side of the trio's lives during the making of Changed. The project made a one-night-only debut in movie theaters across the country in conjunction with the album release earlier that year, with the band celebrating with fans at the AMC Theater in New York City's Times Square.[20] On November 20, the band made a guest appearance on NBC's The Voice to promote their new DVD.[21] They performed "Changed" with Cody Belew and Cassadee Pope, contestants from the show.

In December 2012, Rascal Flatts and Nashville actress Hayden Panettiere hosted the third annual 2012 CMT Artists of the Year to honor the top country acts of the year.[22] Rascal Flatts also hosted The 14th Annual A Home for the Holidays with Rascal Flatts.[23] The show earned a 4.91(million) rating.[24] Rascal Flatts and Journey headlined the Super Bowl XLVII CMT Crossroads concert at the New Orleans Sugar Mill on February 2, 2013. This marked the second collaboration for Rascal Flatts and Journey. In June 2012, Rascal Flatts closed the CMT Music Awards by inviting Journey to perform their hit "Don't Stop Believin'" with them on stage.[25] Rascal Flatts was nominated for International Artist of the Year and International Music Video of the Year (for "Banjo" and "Come Wake Me Up") at the 2013 CMC Music Awards.[26]

2013–2016: Rewind and The Greatest Gift of All

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On April 8, 2013, Jay DeMarcus tweeted that Rascal Flatts was working on a new album[27] The lead single, "Rewind", was issued in January 2014[28] from the album of the same name, which was released on May 13, 2014.[29] The band admitted they were lip-syncing to a recording of "Rewind" during the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards on April 6, 2014. In response to the controversy, Rascal Flatts communicated afterwards that LeVox had lost his voice and so they made a last-minute decision to lip-sync.[30] "Rewind" became a Top 5 hit on the Country Airplay chart in 2014. Rewind produced three more singles with "Payback", which peaked at 21, "Riot", which reached 20, and "I Like the Sound of That", which was released to country radio on September 14, 2015. The latter song, co-written by Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay and pop musician Meghan Trainor, reached number 1 on the Country Airplay chart in April 2016. That year, Rascal Flatts were selected as one of 30 artists to perform on "Forever Country", a mash-up track of "Take Me Home, Country Roads", "On the Road Again" and "I Will Always Love You" which celebrates 50 years of the CMA Awards.[31] The band released a Christmas album entitled The Greatest Gift of All in October 2016.

2017–2020: Back to Us, announced breakup and second greatest hits package

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Rascal Flatts' next single, "Yours If You Want It", was released to country radio in early 2017. The track served as the lead single from their tenth studio album Back to Us, which was released on May 19 of the same year. It topped the Country Airplay charts in August 2017, marking the band's fourteenth number one on the chart. On September 28, 2018, Rascal Flatts released a new single titled "Back to Life". The band embarked on their Summer Playlist tour in summer 2019.

On January 7, 2020, Rascal Flatts appeared on CBS This Morning to announce a farewell tour, the "Rascal Flatts: Life Is a Highway Tour" to celebrate their twentieth anniversary. They also promised new music.[32] On February 25, Gary LeVox posted on Instagram that the band was working on a new album.[33] On May 1, the band released a cover of "Through the Years" as a tribute to the late Kenny Rogers.[34] On May 19, the group announced on social media that their farewell tour had been indefinitely postponed amid the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.[35] The band released a new single entitled "How They Remember You" on June 19. It appears on an EP of the same name, released on July 31.[36] On September 18, the band announced a new greatest hits package, Twenty Years of Rascal Flatts: The Greatest Hits, released on October 2.

In November 2020, the band was forced to cancel their performance at the 54th Annual CMA Awards after an unspecified member tested positive for COVID-19.[37]

2021-2024: Confirmed breakup and solo projects

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Appearing alongside LeVox and Rooney, DeMarcus told Access Hollywood in August 2020 regarding the resumption of the farewell tour: "I don't know what the tour's gonna look like. We don't know when it's gonna happen. But, I don't even know if it's gonna be a farewell tour."[38]

LeVox released his first solo material, a Christmas song entitled "Christmas Will Be Different This Year", on November 13, 2020[39] and DeMarcus released a song entitled "Music Man" on January 29, 2021, as a tribute to his late father.[40] LeVox released a Christian single entitled "The Distance" on March 19, 2021, as part of an EP entitled One On One released that same year. In an interview for Billboard, LeVox revealed that Rascal Flatts would not tour at any point in 2021.[41] On April 27, 2021, DeMarcus mentioned in an interview with Taste of Country that the pandemic may have altered the band's plans for a farewell tour, and they may stay together and perform 10-15 concerts annually.[42] In July 2021, DeMarcus and Rooney attended the American Century Championship together. When asked if the band had broken up, Rooney said; "No, we're never going to be done. No way. For us now, we are just recalibrating things, taking some time off and waiting for things to open up the next couple of years. We have no set year yet even, but at some point we'll get back at it." DeMarcus himself said; "Rascal Flatts is bigger than the three of us. The time will come when we pass the torch. But first we have some unfinished business."[43]

DeMarcus and Rooney appeared at the 2021 Academy of Country Music Honors show on August 25 to receive the Cliffie Stone Icon Award on behalf of the group, though LeVox was not present. Additionally, DeMarcus and Rooney did not mention him or address his absence. In October, LeVox revealed that the band decided to break up officially, citing that Rooney had quit the band. LeVox also revealed he had not spoken to Rooney since his DUI arrest on September 10 and that the group quietly disbanded after the cancellation of their farewell tour.[44] In 2020, DeMarcus formed a new band called Generation Radio alongside ex-Chicago vocalist Jason Scheff, Journey drummer Deen Castronovo, Chris Rodriguez and former Rascal Flatts live instrumentalist Tom Yankton. Their eponymous debut album, released on August 12, 2022, features a new rendition of Rascal Flatts' song "All Night to Get There", with DeMarcus on lead vocals.[45] LeVox released a new single titled "Get Down Like That" on August 19, 2022, followed by a live EP entitled LeVox Live in June 2024.

In a June 2023 appearance on Savannah Chrisley's podcast Unlocked with Savannah, DeMarcus further elaborated on the band's breakup and the possibility of a reunion: "I would want to say never say never. But we're in such different places right now and don't really communicate on a consistent basis. There are just so many steps that would have to take place in order for us to get back to even talking about it. It's not too late, I just...I think the further we get away from it the harder it is to put it back together. For us, the thing that happened is we burnt the candle at both ends for so long. It was a never-ending cycle and it did work, but it's hard to put the machine down or put the brakes on when everything is cruising along and going full-speed ahead. For us, we should have taken a break at some point, just a year off to kind of collect ourselves, hit the reset button."[46] On June 13, 2024, DeMarcus and Rooney performed onstage together for the first time since March 2020, performing with Chicago-based cover band Maggie Speaks.[47]

2024–present: Reunion and Life Is a Highway: Refueled Duets

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After a series of teasers and speculation, the band announced on October 1, 2024 that they would reunite to commemorate their twenty-fifth anniversary with a 21-date tour entitled the "Life Is A Highway Tour". The tour commenced in February 2025.[48] On January 20, 2025, Rascal Flatts performed together for the first time in nearly five years at the Commander in Chief Ball during the second inauguration of Donald Trump. Four days later, they announced on social media that they were working on new music.[49] On January 31, the group released a new single entitled "I Dare You" featuring the American pop rock band Jonas Brothers.[50] On June 6, 2025, they released their new album Life Is a Highway: Refueled Duets. In addition to their duet with the Jonas Brothers, the album features nine reimagined recordings of their past hits with artists including Kelly Clarkson, Blake Shelton, Backstreet Boys, Jason Aldean, Carly Pearce, Brandon Lake, Ashley Cooke, Jordan Davis, and Lzzy Hale.[51]

Artistry

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Rascal Flatts' music is defined primarily by country pop influences as well as their distinct vocal harmonies. Though the band is a vocal group, DeMarcus and Rooney have played bass and lead guitar on the majority of the band's studio albums. While the band's contemporaries, namely Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney, originally incorporated a more neotraditional country approach to their sound, Rascal Flatts employed a crossover-friendly country pop sound as early as their debut album. This led to them often being derided as a country boy band, the genre's response to the wave of success seen by acts such as NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys.[52] Brian Mansfield of USA Today felt "Rascal Flatts—with clean-cut looks, showy vocals and pop-influenced arrangements—quickly found fans, as well as detractors willing to lump them with the boy-band knockoffs." DeMarcus recalled, "Randy Owen from Alabama grabbed me by the shoulders at the CMA Awards in New York. He said, 'I'm not going to BS you, buddy. Nobody likes you. Everybody hates you. You're just taking over the spot we were in 20 years ago.'"[53] Rooney recalled hearing the Dixie Chicks on the radio for the first time in 1997, saying, "I remember thinking, now here's a trio of girls who are incredible. They should come out with a trio of boys."[54]

The band has cited Alabama, the Eagles,[55] Shenandoah, George Jones, Earl Thomas Conley, Keith Whitley, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Jeff Beck and Vince Gill as being among their most prominent musical influences. LeVox told Billboard: "Alabama was huge for us—the songs that they chose and the harmonies. Shenandoah—[lead singer] Marty Raybon, to this day, is the finest country singer on the planet. Shenandoah had a huge impact on me. Of course, George Jones and Earl Thomas Conley — just the tone of their voices and songs they've recorded. Keith Whitley and Stevie Wonder, too. [Stevie] is one of the best singers on the planet." Rooney said, "Being a guitar player... people like Eric Clapton. I love Jeff Beck's playing and Chet Atkins and Vince Gill, those styles. I love technical players like Steve Vai and Larry Carlton. [I am a] huge Brent Mason fan. Dann Huff is one of my heroes, too. He always has been. He can do it all, the rock stuff, he can blues it up, too, and he can do some country chicken pickin', which I think is incredible." DeMarcus said, "Some of my biggest commercial musical influences would be people like Merle Haggard, George Jones, of course, Johnny Cash. People that wrote and sang their own stuff, I really admired. I was an '80s child, so I grew up loving all kinds of '80s rock. I like R&B, too."[56]

Among the artists who claim the group as an influence on their own music are Hunter Hayes[57] and Dan + Shay.[58]

Philanthropy

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LeVox performing for members of the US armed forces at Baghdad International Airport, August 2005

Rascal Flatts has helped support music education in disadvantaged U.S. public schools by filming a PSA with Little Kids Rock.[59] The band has supported charities such as the Make A Wish Foundation. They helped raise one million dollars for the Central Ohio foundation. The event was Ohio State University's second annual "Big Wish Gala".[60] "My Wish" has also been used on ESPN repeatedly over the years as the soundtrack for its series that follows the Make-a-Wish Foundation as they turn dreams into reality for children with life-threatening illnesses.[61]

Since then, they have also contributed countable hours of their time—and $4 million—to Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt which is among the nation's leading pediatric facilities, where the Rascal Flatts Pediatric Surgery Center was named in recognition of the trio's long-standing involvement.[62] They have raised and donated millions of dollars to the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.[63] They were also involved with the American Red Cross as members on the celebrity cabinet board.[63]

Reception

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Early in the group's career, they attained an uncommon youth demographic (18–25) for country music. In September 2007, Weekly Reader Research conducted a poll of more than 2,000 children and Rascal Flatts ranked as the sixth-most-popular act among ages 10–12.[64]

Touring

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Rascal Flatts performing with Cassadee Pope in Phoenix, September 2013

Rascal Flatts has enjoyed financial success as a touring act. Nielsen reported that the band was the top selling artist in 2006: "Rascal Flatts was the biggest selling artist, with nearly 5 million physical album sales and nearly 4 million digital track sales." They had their first headlining tour beginning in Fall 2002, and by 2005 they were among the top 25 tours of the year, grossing $26.3 million in 777,384 tickets sold, according to Billboard Boxscore.[65] Their follow-up tour in 2006 grossed $46.2 million, drawing more than a million people to 79 shows.[65] Rascal Flatts had the third-highest US country tour in 2007, grossing $34 million from 588,009 tickets sold.[66] The group grossed $16.8 million from their summer tour.[67] Rascal Flatts' shows are heavy on special effects, including videos, pyrotechnics and laser lights.

In 2013, Rascal Flatts were in Australia for the first time headlining CMC Rocks The Hunter 2013, a three-day festival from March 15 to 17. They closed the proceedings.[68] Between 2004 and 2012, Rascal Flatts sold over 7 million tickets, making them one of the top selling music acts in that time.[69] In 2012, Rascal Flatts began the year with their "Thaw Out 2012" tour adding 47 additional dates on the Farmers Insurance Presents "Changed Tour" to bring the 2012 year-end total to just over 60 concerts and 1 million fans attending shows in the year alone.[70] On April 9, 2013, the group announced that they would co-headline a show with Journey on August 1 at Hersheypark Stadium with The Band Perry and Cassadee Pope as openers. In 2016, Rascal Flatts celebrated a career milestone of 10 million tickets sold.[71] As of 2020, Rascal Flatts had sold over 11 million concert tickets.[72]

Band members

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Discography

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Main article: Rascal Flatts discography

Studio albums

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Tours

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Headlining
  • 2002–03: CMT Most Wanted Live/I Melt Tour
  • 2004–05: Here's to You Tour
  • 2006–07: Me & My Gang Tour
  • 2007–08: Still Feels Good Tour
  • 2008–09: Bob That Head Tour
  • 2009–10: American Living Unstoppable Tour
  • 2010–11: Nothing Like This Tour
  • 2011: Flatts Fest Tour
  • 2012: Thaw Out 2012 Tour
  • 2012–13: Changed Tour
  • 2013: Live & Loud Tour
  • 2014: Rewind Tour
  • 2015: Riot Tour
  • 2016: Rhythm and Roots Tour
  • 2018: Back To Us Tour
  • 2019: Summer Playlist Tour
  • 2025: Life Is a Highway Tour
Supporting
  • 2000–01: Burn Tour (with Jo Dee Messina)
  • 2002: Alan Jackson's Drive Tour with (Alan Jackson)
  • 2003: Neon Circus & Wild West Show with (Brooks & Dunn)
  • 2004: Guitars, Tiki Bars & Whole Lotta Love Tour with (Kenny Chesney)

Awards

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2000

  • ACM Top New Vocal Duo Or Group (presented 2001)

2002

  • CMA Horizon Award
  • ACM Song of the Year ("I'm Movin' On") (presented 2003)
  • ACM Top Vocal Group (presented 2003)

2003

  • CMT Flameworthy Video Music Award for Group/Duo of the Year ("These Days")
  • CMA Vocal Group of the Year
  • ACM Top Vocal Group (presented 2004)

2004

  • CMT Flameworthy Music Video Award for Group/Duo of the Year ("I Melt")
  • CMA Vocal Group
  • ACM Top Vocal Group (presented 2005)

2005

  • CMT Music Award for Group/Duo of the Year ("Feels Like Today")
  • CMA Vocal Group of the Year
  • ACM Top Vocal Group (presented 2006)
  • Radio Music Awards for Song of the Year/Country Radio ("Bless The Broken Road")[73]
  • Billboard Roadworks '05 Touring Awards for Breakthrough Act
  • Grammy for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal ("Bless the Broken Road")[74]

2006

  • CMT Music Award for Group/Duo of the Year ("Skin (Sarabeth)")[75]
  • CMA Vocal Group of the Year
  • AMA Artist of the Year
  • AMA Favorite Country Band, Duo or Group
  • AMA T-Mobile Text-In Award
  • People's Choice Awards Favorite Song from a Movie ("Life Is A Highway")
  • People's Choice Awards Favorite Song Remake ("Life Is A Highway")
  • CMT Loaded Awards – Number One Digitally Active Group/Duo
  • CMT Loaded Awards – Number One Streamed Music Video ("What Hurts the Most")
  • Grammy Nomination: Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal ("What Hurts The Most")

2007

  • CMT Music Awards for Group Video of the Year ("What Hurts the Most")
  • ACM Top Vocal Group (presented 2008)
  • CMA Vocal Group of the Year
  • AMA Favorite Country Band, Duo or Group
  • BMI Song of The Year ("What Hurts The Most")[76]

2008

  • People's Choice Awards Favorite Country Song ("Stand")[77]
  • CMT Music Award for Group Video of the Year ("Take Me There")[78]
  • ACM Top Vocal Group (presented 2009)
  • ACM Humanitarian Award
  • CMA Vocal Group of the Year
  • AMA Favorite Country Band, Duo or Group
  • Grammy Nomination: Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal ("Every Day")

2009

  • People's Choice Awards Favorite Group
  • CMT Music Award for Group Video of the Year ("Every Day")[79]
  • AMA Favorite Country Band, Duo or Group
  • Grammy Nomination: Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal ("Here Comes Goodbye")

2010

Rascal Flatts with David Foster receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in September 2012

2011

2012

2013

  • ACM Jim Reeves International Award (presented 2014)

2021

  • CRS Artist Career Achievement Award[82]
  • ACM Cliffie Stone Icon Award

2025

  • Billboard's Top 100 Artists of the 21st Century (#48)

Film and television appearances

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The group appears as themselves in Hannah Montana: The Movie singing their song "Backwards" during the scene of Miley's grandma's birthday party, and then "Bless the Broken Road" in an evening scene on the front porch. They appeared as themselves, promoting Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution in Huntington, West Virginia.

The group appears as themselves on CSI (season 10 episode 14), in which they perform in concert. In the episode entitled "Unshockable", DeMarcus is electrocuted by what turned out to be their bass tech Travis Murray. On the commentary they said what a great opportunity it was to work with such fine actors who are so good at what they do, LeVox stated, "It's one of my favorite shows and it was an honor to add a little piece of Rascal Flatts to the episode." In early 2011, the band appeared in an episode of Inside West Coast Customs featuring a customized Chevrolet Camaro inspired by their song "Red Camaro".[83]

On April 5, 2012, Rascal Flatts appeared on the television special Changed: One Night Exclusive Theater Event. The special in-theater concert hit movie screens nationwide for one night only. It included live performance footage, Q&A sessions, and welcome messages from the band. The event showcased many tracks from the upcoming studio album.[84]

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Rascal Flatts is an American group formed in , in 1999 by lead vocalist , multi-instrumentalist , and guitarist . The trio signed with Disney's Lyric Street Records and released their self-titled debut album in 2000, which featured the hit single "Prayin' for Daylight." The group rose to prominence in the with a string of crossover hits blending and pop elements, achieving 12 number-one singles on the chart and ranking sixth among top artists of the 21st century by . They amassed over 30 million RIAA-certified units across albums and singles by 2019, earning more than 40 major awards including seven . Rascal Flatts received a star on the and maintained high touring revenue, though internal strains and the prompted a farewell tour announcement in 2020 that ultimately led to a hiatus. Following a five-year break after the canceled farewell, Rascal Flatts reunited in 2025 for the "Life is a Highway" tour, extending into 2026 with additional dates amid strong fan demand, signaling a return despite past challenges like member personal issues and shifting industry dynamics.

Band Members and Formation

Core Members and Roles

Rascal Flatts comprises three core members who have formed the band's consistent lineup since its inception in 1999: , , and . , born Gary Wayne Vernon Jr. on July 10, 1970, in , serves as the , delivering the primary melodies and harmonies central to the group's sound. Jay DeMarcus, LeVox's second cousin, performs on and keyboards while providing background vocals; his capabilities extend to and other keys, contributing to the band's layered arrangements. Joe Don Rooney handles duties and background vocals, adding rhythmic and melodic guitar elements that define Rascal Flatts' country-pop fusion style.

Origins in Columbus, Ohio

Gary (born Gary Wayne Vernon Jr. on July 10, 1970, in ) and Jay (born Stanley Wayne DeMarcus Jr. on April 26, 1971, in ) are second cousins whose early musical paths intertwined in the Columbus area. LeVox grew up in a family where music was central, with his grandfather teaching him to sing hymns like at age seven and regular performances at home and church starting from age eight. DeMarcus, raised primarily by his mother and sister amid his parents' multiple divorces, came from a musical household where both parents were performers, fostering his interest in piano, drums, and bass from childhood. The cousins' shared heritage led them to collaborate early on, singing together at in Columbus, where DeMarcus also attended the affiliated . This church environment provided their initial stage, blending family traditions of sacred music with emerging influences from posters of artists like adorning their teenage bedrooms. LeVox graduated from Olentangy High School in Powell, while DeMarcus completed education at and Career Center, both maintaining local ties before pursuing professional opportunities elsewhere. These Columbus roots laid the groundwork for Rascal Flatts, as LeVox and DeMarcus drew on their foundations and familial bond to develop vocal harmonies that would define the group's sound, even as they later relocated to Nashville for broader exposure. The area's musical community and church-based performances honed their skills, with LeVox recalling family gatherings centered on song as a core .

Musical Career

Early Breakthrough (2000–2005)

Rascal Flatts signed with Disney-owned Lyric Street Records in 1999, paving the way for their major-label entry into country music. Their debut single, "Prayin' for Daylight," followed in early 2000, marking their initial radio presence and contributing to early buzz. The self-titled debut album Rascal Flatts arrived on June 6, 2000, featuring 11 tracks including "This Everyday Love" and "While You Loved Me," which helped establish their harmonious vocal style blended with pop-country production. The album peaked on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and eventually certified multi-platinum, signaling initial commercial viability despite modest starting sales. Building momentum, the group released their second album, Melt, on October 29, 2002, which yielded their first No. 1 country single, "These Days." This era also brought recognition, including the Country Music Association's Horizon Award for best new artist in 2002. By 2004, Feels Like Today debuted at No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 and Top Country Albums charts, propelled by hits like "Mayberry" and the eventual chart-topper "Bless the Broken Road," which reached No. 1 in early 2005. The album's crossover appeal solidified their breakthrough, with sales exceeding expectations and Grammy nods for "Bless the Broken Road" as Best Country Song.

Rising Popularity (2005–2010)

In 2005, Rascal Flatts sustained their breakthrough momentum with the single "Bless the Broken Road" from their prior album Feels Like Today, which ascended to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart on February 12. This marked their third chart-topper and underscored their growing crossover appeal, as the ballad also performed strongly on adult contemporary radio. The group capitalized on this visibility through extensive live performances, building a reputation for high-energy shows that blended tight harmonies with pop-infused country arrangements. The band's fourth studio album, , released on April 4, 2006, propelled them to new commercial heights, debuting at No. 1 on the with 721,747 copies sold in its first week—a record for a country group at the time. The album eventually surpassed 5 million units in U.S. sales. Key singles included "What Hurts the Most," which reached No. 1 on and crossed over to peak at No. 14 on the Hot 100, driven by its emotional balladry and radio ubiquity, followed by "My Wish," another No. 1 country hit often associated with inspirational themes. , their fifth album released September 25, 2007, also debuted at No. 1 on the , selling over 2 million copies domestically and featuring No. 1 singles "Take Me There" and "Here." These releases solidified their dominance in country music, with the trio's vocal-driven sound attracting a broad audience beyond traditional formats. From 2008 to 2010, Rascal Flatts released a greatest hits compilation in 2008 and the albums Unstoppable (2009, No. 1 debut) and Nothing Like This (November 16, 2010, peaking at No. 6 on the ). Singles like "Life Is a Highway" (from the Cars soundtrack, No. 1 country in 2006) and subsequent tracks maintained their streak of chart success, with the group accumulating multiple No. 1s on during the period. Touring remained central to their ascent, including the Unstoppable Tour from June 2009 to March 2010, which encompassed 57 shows across arenas, and the subsequent Nothing Like This Tour in 2010 featuring 85 documented concerts. This era established Rascal Flatts as one of country's top live draws, with their performances emphasizing spectacle and fan engagement to complement studio achievements.

Mid-Career Developments (2010–2017)

In November 2010, Rascal Flatts released their seventh studio album, Nothing Like This, through Big Machine Records, their first project with the label after departing Lyric Street Records. The album featured the lead single "Why Wait," which reached number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, and included a collaboration with Natasha Bedingfield on "Easy." Nothing Like This debuted at number six on the Billboard 200 and number one on the Top Country Albums chart, selling over 174,000 copies in its first week. The group continued their momentum with the eighth studio album, Changed, released on April 3, 2012. Debut single "Banjo" topped the Country Airplay chart, followed by "Come Wake Me Up," which peaked at number five. On September 17, 2012, Rascal Flatts received a star on the , recognizing their contributions to the recording industry. The trio supported Changed with the Thaw Out Tour in 2012, performing alongside artists such as and . Rascal Flatts issued their ninth studio , Rewind, on May 13, 2014. The title track "Rewind" became a number one hit on the chart, while "I Have Never Been to Memphis" reached number seven. In 2017, they released their tenth studio , Back to Us, on May 19, debuting at number one on the Top Country Albums chart. "Yours If You Want It" topped the chart, marking their sixteenth number one single. During this period, the group maintained high touring activity, including headlining slots at major festivals and their own arena tours.

Later Albums and Breakup Announcement (2017–2020)

Rascal Flatts released their tenth studio album, , on May 19, 2017, via . The project debuted at number 11 on the chart. It included the lead single "Yours If You Want It," released in January 2017, which topped the Country Airplay chart for one week in July 2017, marking the group's 17th number-one single on that tally and back-to-back chart-toppers following their prior release. The follow-up single, "I Know You Won't," was issued later in 2017 but achieved more modest airplay success. Following , the trio shifted toward a singles-only release strategy rather than full-length albums, debuting this approach with "Back to Life" in September 2018. The track, which emphasized themes of renewal, received a live recording from their performance and was promoted through appearances such as on in March 2019. In early 2020, they issued another standalone single, "How They Remember You," ahead of their farewell plans. On , 2020, Rascal Flatts announced their decision to disband after two decades together, citing accumulated frustrations among members, a desire for family time, and opportunities for solo endeavors as key factors. The group planned a farewell tour, , scheduled to launch June 11, 2020, in and extend through October, but it was canceled in May 2020 due to the . Their final concert took place on March 7, 2020, at the in . In October 2020, they released the Twenty Years of Rascal Flatts: The Greatest Hits to commemorate their career.

Post-Hiatus Period (2021–2024)

Following the 2020 cancellation of their farewell tour amid the , Rascal Flatts members shifted to individual pursuits during the 2021–2024 hiatus, with no new group recordings or full-band performances until plans for a 2025 return emerged. Lead vocalist launched a solo career, releasing his debut EP One on One on May 21, 2021, via , which included the single "The Distance" and collaborations emphasizing inspirational themes. He issued the country single "Get Down Like That" in 2022 and a second solo album in 2024, supporting these releases with personal tours. Bassist Jay DeMarcus advanced side projects, including the rock band Generation Radio, which covered tracks like Journey's "Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)" and released originals such as "Music Man" in January 2021. He also assumed the role of CEO at Red Street Records, an independent label, where he produced country and Christian artists. Guitarist Joe Don Rooney addressed personal struggles, including a DUI on September 9, 2021, following a single-vehicle crash into a in Nashville. Rooney entered rehab and achieved sobriety, celebrating 28 months in 2024 and three years by September 2024; bandmates later described him as a "different person" post-recovery. In a 2024 social media post, he denied rumors of pursuing , attributing speculation to his time away and physical changes from sobriety. DeMarcus and Rooney reunited for a May 30, 2024, performance at a Frankfort, Illinois, venue, marking their first joint appearance in years without LeVox. On October 1, 2024, the trio announced the "Life Is a Highway Tour" commencing February 13, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana, to celebrate 25 years of hits, indicating reconciliation and a group resurgence after the hiatus.

Reunion Tour (2025–present)

Rascal Flatts announced their reunion with the "Life Is a Highway Tour" on October 1, 2024, marking the group's return to touring five years after postponing their farewell tour amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The tour celebrates the band's 25th anniversary and features a setlist of their biggest hits, including the title track from their 2006 cover of Tom Cochrane's song. Initial dates spanned 21 North American cities, commencing on February 13, 2025, at the Ford Center in Evansville, Indiana, and concluding on April 5, 2025, at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. The tour's opening acts included and for select dates, with additional guests announced later. Stops encompassed venues such as in (February 14), in (February 22), and Amalie Arena in (February 13, 2026, as part of an extension). By mid-2025, the initial leg reported sold-out shows, prompting an extension into 2026 with additional performances, including January 15 at Lenovo Center in , and January 16 at Thompson-Boling Arena in . The reunion followed a period of individual projects during the hiatus, with band members , , and reuniting to capitalize on sustained fan demand evidenced by streaming numbers and prior one-off appearances. Ticket prices for the 2025 dates started at approximately $13 for select seats, reflecting accessible pricing amid high demand. As of October 2025, the tour continues to draw crowds, underscoring the enduring commercial appeal of Rascal Flatts' pop-country sound in live settings.

Artistry

Musical Style and Genre Fusion

Rascal Flatts' musical style is rooted in contemporary but distinguished by its deliberate fusion of pop and rock elements, which facilitated crossover success on mainstream charts. This approach often features polished production with layered instrumentation, including electric guitars, synthesizers, and driving rhythms that echo influences alongside traditional twang from fiddles and steel guitars. Their sound evolved from the debut album Rascal Flatts (2000), which leaned on heartfelt ballads and mid-tempo tracks, to later works like (2006) that incorporated more upbeat, anthemic structures akin to . The trio's genre blending is evident in song choices and arrangements, such as their 2006 cover of Tom Cochrane's rock hit "," reimagined with country harmonies and accents for the Cars soundtrack, peaking at No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100. This track exemplifies their ability to merge high-energy rock propulsion with country storytelling, a technique repeated in originals like "" (2006), which combines piano-driven pop balladry with emotive country lyrics. Critics noted this hybridity as a departure from purist country, with some early reviews labeling their style "too pop" for traditionalists, yet it propelled sales exceeding 20 million albums by broadening appeal beyond Nashville's core audience. Influences spanning country acts like and rock icons such as informed this fusion, enabling Rascal Flatts to innovate within while maintaining accessible melodies and thematic universality. By the mid-2010s, albums like Rewind (2014) further integrated electronic production and R&B-tinged hooks, reflecting a maturation of their crossover ethos without abandoning foundations. This stylistic versatility contributed to their role in reshaping modern toward greater commercial polish, though it occasionally drew accusations of diluting genre authenticity.

Vocal and Instrumental Contributions

Gary LeVox provides lead vocals for Rascal Flatts, characterized by a powerful tenor voice that drives the melodic lines in their recordings and live performances. His contributions emphasize emotive delivery, spanning high ranges evident in songs like "What Hurts the Most," where sustained notes and dynamic phrasing highlight his technical range. Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney supply high-tenor harmony vocals, forming the trio's signature layered sound that blends seamlessly for a lush, pop-infused texture. This harmonic approach originated from an early experiment at Nashville's Fiddle & Steel Guitar Bar, where Rooney's high-octave parts locked with DeMarcus's lower harmonies behind LeVox. Their vocal interplay, often described as impeccable and defining, elevates ballads and uptempo tracks by adding depth without overpowering the lead. Instrumentally, handles lead guitar duties, incorporating rock-style riffs and solos that infuse Rascal Flatts' music with electric energy, as showcased in tracks featuring his Gibson and . contributes as a , primarily on for rhythmic drive—using models like his 1959 —and keyboards for melodic fills, while occasionally playing guitar or drums to support the group's live dynamics. These roles anchor the band's sound, blending traditional elements with contemporary production, though full arrangements often involve touring musicians for , , and additional percussion.

Song Selection and Themes

Rascal Flatts' song selection process emphasizes collaboration with established Nashville songwriters, with band members frequently contributing to co-writing efforts to ensure personal resonance and commercial viability. Lead vocalist has co-written dozens of tracks, including hits like "Summer Nights," drawing from melodic hooks and lyrical narratives that align with the group's vocal strengths and audience appeal. The trio prioritizes a balance of emotional and uptempo anthems, selecting material that showcases layered harmonies and crossover potential, as evidenced by their choice of songs like "I Know What I Want" for its ballad structure. Producers, including the band themselves since 2009, refine selections during album development to maintain thematic cohesion and radio-friendly production. Thematically, Rascal Flatts' catalog centers on romantic relationships, heartbreak, and redemption, often conveyed through introspective narratives that evoke perseverance amid adversity. Songs like "What Hurts the Most" exemplify this focus on unspoken emotional pain in lost love, leveraging LeVox's soaring vocals for dramatic impact. Family ties and life milestones feature prominently, as in "My Wish," which offers aspirational messages of hope and achievement. Faith-infused perseverance recurs, blending country conventions with inspirational undertones, such as in "Stand," where resilience is tied to spiritual endurance. While avoiding overt preachiness, these elements reflect the group's Midwestern roots and appeal to listeners seeking uplifting resolutions over gritty realism.

Reception and Impact

Commercial Achievements

Rascal Flatts amassed substantial commercial success in the genre, with certified sales exceeding 30 million units in the United States according to the RIAA. The group sold over 21 million albums worldwide, including more than 21 million in the U.S., driven by a string of platinum-certified . Their includes seven platinum albums, such as (certified February 15, 2007), Melt (January 7, 2008), and Feels Like Today (January 31, 2008), alongside gold certifications for releases like Nothing Like This (July 21, 2011).
Album TitleCertificationUnits CertifiedDate
Changed1,000,000May 11, 2012
Unstoppable1,000,000August 3, 2009
1,000,000May 14, 2008
Feels Like Today1,000,000January 31, 2008
Melt1,000,000January 7, 2008
1,000,000February 15, 2007
Rascal Flatts1,000,000June 30, 2005
On the charts, Rascal Flatts secured 12 number-one hits on the Hot Country Songs chart, ranking sixth among top country artists of the by . Albums like Unstoppable debuted at number one on the in 2009, marking their fourth such achievement and the most for any group that decade. Singles performance bolstered this, with tracks like "Life Is a Highway" certified as of June 30, 2025, for 1 million units, and "What Hurts the Most" and "My Wish" each reaching status (June 26, 2019, and January 21, 2009, respectively). Over 35 million digital downloads further underscored their digital-era sales.

Critical Evaluations

Rascal Flatts' recordings have generally received mixed , with reviewers often commending the group's vocal harmonies and accessible melodies while faulting their reliance on polished production and pop-oriented arrangements that stray from country music's traditional instrumentation and lyrical depth. AllMusic assigned ratings ranging from 6.4/10 for their 2016 holiday album Greatest Gift of All to 8/10 for 2006's , reflecting variability in perceived quality across their discography. Critics have noted the trio's early albums, such as their 2000 self-titled debut (rated 6.7/10 by users but praised in uncredited reviews for commercial viability despite limited traditional country appeal), benefited from familial ties and harmonious delivery but faced immediate scrutiny for pop influences amid the late-1990s era. As the group matured, evaluations increasingly highlighted formulaic tendencies and genre dilution, with outlets like critiquing Gary LeVox's stylized delivery as mismatched for both authenticity and pop vigor, rendering tracks overly theatrical. The album Back to Us drew particular ire for perceived laziness in composition and execution, lacking innovation in an era of evolving sounds. Similarly, 2014's Rewind was faulted for unsuccessful forays into tropes, underscoring a failure to adapt convincingly beyond their established ballad-heavy style. Country-specific publications have positioned Rascal Flatts as emblematic of early-2000s pop-country crossover, commercially potent but artistically lightweight, with single reviews like that of 2020's "How They Remember You" expressing sympathy for their displacement by genre shifts toward more roots-oriented acts. Concert critiques have echoed this, describing live sets as inoffensively professional yet emblematic of broader dilutions presentation. Despite these assessments, some reviewers acknowledged their proficiency in crafting radio-friendly hits, attributing lukewarm critical standing to purist expectations rather than outright incompetence.

Awards and Industry Recognition

Rascal Flatts has received more than 40 major awards across various ceremonies, reflecting their commercial dominance in country music during the and . The group earned a star on the on September 7, 2012, honoring their contributions to recording. At the , Rascal Flatts secured Top Vocal Group of the Year for seven consecutive years from 2003 to 2009, establishing a record for the category. They also won Entertainer of the Year in 2010, capping a streak of dominance that included additional trophies for Video of the Year and Vocal Event of the Year. In 2025, the group received a nomination for Group of the Year at the 60th ACM Awards but did not win, with Old Dominion taking the honor. The Country Music Association Awards yielded one win for Vocal Group of the Year in 2006, amid multiple nominations including for 2017 and appearances in the 2025 nominee list. Rascal Flatts claimed several American Music Awards for Favorite Country Band, Duo or Group, including victories in 2006, 2008, and 2009, with the awards determined by fan voting. Nominations extended to the Grammy Awards, where the group contended for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 2010 for "Here Comes Goodbye" but did not secure a win across several attempts. At the American Country Awards, they received the Decade Award in 2019, recognizing them as the most awarded country group of the 2010s with nearly 40 combined trophies from ACA, ACM, AMA, and CMA events.

Criticisms and Controversies

Rascal Flatts has encountered criticism for their heavily pop-infused , which some observers argue dilutes traditional elements in favor of broad commercial appeal. Detractors, including music reviewers, have characterized their output as formulaic, with often deemed corny or overly sentimental, prioritizing emotional ballads and polished production over authentic rural narratives or . This perception intensified in the , as the band's fusion of country with contemporary pop elements drew accusations of manufacturing hits rather than organic songcraft, contrasting with more roots-oriented contemporaries. A significant controversy arose from guitarist Joe Don Rooney's personal issues, particularly his September 9, 2021, arrest for driving under the influence in Williamson County, Tennessee, after crashing his Corvette into a tree while his blood alcohol level registered at 0.20. Rooney pleaded guilty to the charge on June 3, 2022, and entered a four-month rehabilitation program costing approximately $315,000, later crediting sobriety achieved through treatment and faith, marking 28 months alcohol-free by January 2024. These events strained band dynamics and contributed to the group's abrupt 2020 farewell, originally framed as a planned wind-down after two decades but marred by Rooney's exit and unresolved frustrations among members. Lead singer stated he was "never OK" with the dissolution's handling, describing it as heartbreaking amid Rooney's struggles, while bassist later testified that "all of us were frustrated" with creative and personal burnout leading to the split. Rooney's concurrent divorce from wife , initiated in November 2021 amid claims of his infidelity and finalized on December 4, 2023, after contentious proceedings involving asset disputes, further fueled public scrutiny of the band's internal turmoil. Earlier incidents include a 2004 tour dispute where Rascal Flatts dismissed opening act for consistently exceeding allotted stage time despite repeated requests to adhere to schedules, an action Church attributed to the band's strict oversight but which he later viewed as career-defining. In 2014, the group faced backlash for appearing to lip-sync their hit "Rewind" during an performance, prompting fan disappointment over perceived inauthenticity in a live setting.

Touring and Live Performances

Major Tours and Attendance

Rascal Flatts maintained a rigorous touring schedule from their formation in 1999 through the , establishing themselves as one of the top-drawing acts in country music with over 676 concerts generating $360.6 million in gross revenue and attracting 7.8 million attendees, according to Boxscore data. This positions them as the highest-grossing country duo or group in touring history based on reported figures. By October , the group had sold more than 7 million tickets cumulatively, a milestone celebrated during a performance at Nashville's . The band's 2006 touring efforts, encompassing the Me and a Million You Tour, yielded $46.2 million in gross from over 1 million tickets sold, ranking them among the year's top 15 global acts. Their Bob That Head Tour marked a peak, grossing $55.8 million across 65 shows with 941,827 attendees and 58 sellouts, reflecting strong demand in arenas and amphitheaters. In 2009, subsequent tours generated $42.3 million from 55 performances, contributing to consistent high attendance in North American markets. Later tours like the 2012 Thaw Out Tour and 2015 Riot Tour sustained their draw, with the latter reporting $18.7 million in gross revenue despite a shorter run. Attendance figures for individual shows often exceeded 15,000-20,000 per night in major venues, underscoring their appeal to large crowds through high-energy live sets blending and pop elements. The group's farewell Tour, announced for 2020, was largely canceled due to the , effectively concluding their major touring era.

Notable Incidents on Tour

During the Tour on August 9, 2018, at Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center in , Rascal Flatts' concert was abruptly terminated midway through the set due to a reported threat involving a credible scare. personnel rushed the band members—, , and —offstage, and approximately 20,000 attendees were evacuated from the venue in an orderly but chaotic manner lasting about 30 minutes. Local authorities, including the bomb squad, conducted a thorough sweep but located no , with the incident attributed to a precautionary response to an anonymous tip; no arrests were made at the time, though an investigation ensued. A significant touring dispute arose during the Me and My Gang Tour when opening act was dismissed after performing unauthorized after-shows in rock clubs in the same cities immediately following Rascal Flatts' headline performances. Band members expressed frustration that Church's sets, which drew overlapping audiences and emphasized a harder-edged style, effectively competed with and undermined their family-oriented country-pop concerts, leading to his removal early in the tour. Church later recounted the firing as a pivotal moment that prompted him to follow the tour independently to build his fanbase, a strategy Rascal Flatts reportedly resented as it prolonged the perceived rivalry. Band members have described recurring minor onstage mishaps across multiple tours, including falls from elevated platforms and wardrobe failures such as torn pants during energetic performances, though these incidents typically resulted in no serious injuries and were treated as anecdotal tour lore rather than formal disruptions. For instance, in interviews, they highlighted a pattern of "weird injuries" from slips on stage edges or overexuberant movements, but specific dates or venues for individual events remain undocumented in public records. In preparation for an August 8, 2009, concert at in , a venue worker sustained a crushed in an equipment-handling accident during stage setup, prompting a against the stadium operator for in protocols. The incident did not affect the performance itself but underscored logistical hazards in large-scale tour productions.

Philanthropy

Charitable Initiatives

Rascal Flatts has maintained a longstanding partnership with Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, raising funds through dedicated concerts and events. Over a decade spanning from the mid-2000s, the group contributed nearly $4 million to the hospital, including proceeds from sold-out performances such as $817,000 from a 2006 Nashville concert, which marked the hospital's largest single fundraising event at the time, and $829,581 from a 2009 show at the Sommet Center. In recognition of these efforts, the hospital named its Pediatric Surgery Center after the group in 2010 after they surpassed $3 million in donations, and in 2019, Rascal Flatts received a star on the hospital's Walk of Champions for their ongoing support, including patient visits and a 2020 ribbon-cutting for a new floor. Beyond the Vanderbilt partnership, Rascal Flatts has supported youth-focused causes, serving as ambassadors for the Jason Foundation to promote teen through public service announcements and fundraising. They also granted funds to Little Kids Rock in 2015 via a partnership, visiting Miramonte Elementary School to support music education programs. Additional initiatives include collaborations with the for wish-granting events, Red Cross disaster relief efforts, and the GRAMMY Foundation for school music donations, exemplified by a 2011 surprise visit to Nashville-area students. The group received the TJ Martell Foundation's Lifetime Entertainment Achievement Award in 2013 for broader philanthropy and a KaBOOM! Humanitarian Award for community-building work.

Community and Industry Involvement

Rascal Flatts has demonstrated significant engagement with the Nashville community through longstanding support for Vanderbilt University Medical Center's Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital, contributing over $3 million to expand pediatric services, including the development of an interventional radiology suite. In recognition of these efforts spanning more than a decade, the group received a star on the hospital's Walk of Champions on April 4, 2019, joining an annual tradition honoring community contributors. The band has also prioritized youth mental health initiatives, serving as Celebrity Ambassadors for The Jason Foundation since 2010 to combat teen . Their involvement includes promoting the "B1 Pledge" campaign, which features public service announcements, poster distributions to schools, and outreach to raise awareness and encourage prevention education. This partnership has integrated their platform into targeted community programs aimed at high school students and educators. In the music industry, Rascal Flatts has backed ACM Lifting Lives, the charitable arm of the that provides assistance to professionals facing medical, financial, or housing hardships within the sector. They were honored with the Tony Martell Lifetime Entertainment Achievement Award on March 26, 2013, by the TJ Martell Foundation for advancing philanthropy in the entertainment industry, particularly through leukemia research and music community support. Additionally, in 2008, the group received a Humanitarian Award from KaBOOM! and The Home Depot, citing their charitable activities, including over $2.2 million donated from concert proceeds to community causes.

Media Appearances

Film and Television Roles

Rascal Flatts ventured into acting with a series of cameo appearances and guest spots, typically portraying themselves in scripted contexts tied to their musical performances. These roles were limited and did not extend to substantial character portrayals, reflecting their primary focus on music rather than screen careers. In the February 1, 2006, episode "The Limo" of the CBS sitcom Yes, Dear (Season 6, Episode 14), Rascal Flatts appeared as themselves after protagonists Greg and Jimmy rent a limousine for an anniversary outing to one of their concerts; the group mistakenly enters the vehicle, leading to comedic interactions. The trio guest-starred in the February 25, 2010, episode "Unshockable" of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (Season 10, Episode 14), where they perform a in that becomes the scene of a band member's via a rigged guitar, prompting the investigation. Group members , , and participated in acting scenes and described the experience as thrilling but not a pivot from music. Rascal Flatts made a cameo appearance as themselves in the 2009 film Hannah Montana: The Movie, integrating their performance into the narrative surrounding Miley Cyrus's character.

Other Collaborations and Cameos

Rascal Flatts appeared as themselves in a cameo role in the 2009 film Hannah Montana: The Movie, performing their single "Bless the Broken Road" at a county fair scene. In 2015, the trio collaborated with singer and actress on a country-infused cover of "Let It Go" from 's Frozen, featured on the tribute compilation We Love Disney. The track, produced with a stripped-down arrangement emphasizing acoustic elements and harmonious vocals, marked a crossover venture blending with pop soundtrack material. The group also provided the end-credits theme "Life Is a Highway" for Pixar's 2006 animated film Cars, delivering a high-energy cover of Tom Cochrane's 1991 rock hit tailored to the movie's road-racing narrative.

Discography

Studio Albums

Rascal Flatts released their self-titled debut studio album on June 6, 2000, through Lyric Street Records. The album featured the single "Prayin' for Daylight," which reached number 3 on the chart, and was later certified platinum by the RIAA on June 30, 2005. Their second album, Melt, followed on October 1, 2002, also on Lyric Street, yielding the number-one country single "These Days" and achieving 3× platinum certification by the RIAA in January 2008.
AlbumRelease DateLabelBillboard Top Country Albums PeakRIAA Certification
Rascal FlattsJune 6, 2000Lyric Street RecordsNo. 7Platinum (2005)
MeltOctober 1, 2002Lyric Street RecordsNo. 33× Platinum (2008)
Feels Like TodaySeptember 28, 2004Lyric Street RecordsNo. 15× Platinum (2008)
Me and My GangApril 4, 2006Lyric Street RecordsNo. 15× Platinum (estimated from sales over 5 million units)
Still Feels GoodSeptember 25, 2007Lyric Street RecordsNo. 1Platinum (2008)
UnstoppableApril 7, 2009Lyric Street RecordsNo. 1Certified (2009); sales exceeded 1 million units
Nothing Like ThisNovember 16, 2010Big Machine RecordsNo. 1Platinum (2011)
ChangedApril 3, 2012Big Machine RecordsNo. 1Gold (2012)
RewindMay 13, 2014Big Machine RecordsNo. 1Uncertified
Back to UsMay 19, 2017Big Machine RecordsNo. 2Uncertified
The group's early albums on Lyric Street Records, comprising the first six releases, all achieved platinum or higher status, reflecting strong commercial success with multi-platinum sales for Feels Like Today and Me and My Gang, each surpassing 5 million units in the US. Later efforts under Big Machine Records maintained top-charting performance on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart but saw diminishing certifications, with Nothing Like This marking their final platinum album. Overall, Rascal Flatts' studio discography contributed to over 27 million album units sold in the US.

Compilation and Live Albums

Rascal Flatts' primary , Greatest Hits Volume 1, was released on October 28, 2008, by Lyric Street Records. It features thirteen tracks drawn from the band's first four studio albums, including seven number-one country singles such as "These Days" and "Mayberry." To mark their twentieth anniversary, Rascal Flatts issued Twenty Years of Rascal Flatts: The Greatest Hits on October 2, 2020, through . The album collects key tracks spanning their career, such as "," "," "," and "I Won't Let Go." The group's sole live album, The Best of Rascal Flatts Live, appeared on November 8, 2011, via Hollywood Records. This release presents live renditions of hits like "Bob That Head," "Bless the Broken Road," "Still Feels Good," and "Me and My Gang," captured from various performances.

Notable Singles and Certifications

Rascal Flatts achieved significant commercial success with their singles, amassing 12 number-one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart over their career. Many of these tracks crossed over to the Billboard Hot 100, with standout performances including peaks in the top 10, driven by strong radio airplay, digital sales, and streaming. The group earned multiple RIAA certifications for their singles, reflecting combined sales and streaming equivalents exceeding millions of units. Among their most notable singles is "Bless the Broken Road," released in 2004 from the album Feels Like Today, which topped the chart for five weeks starting February 12, 2005, and earned a Grammy for Best Country Song. The track received RIAA certification for over one million units. "What Hurts the Most," a 2006 cover from , reached number one on and number six on the Hot 100, also certified by the RIAA. "Life Is a Highway," their 2006 rendition of Tom Cochrane's original for the Cars soundtrack, peaked at number one on Hot Country Songs and number seven on the Hot 100, becoming one of their biggest crossovers. It was certified 8× Platinum by the RIAA as of June 2025, denoting eight million units. Other key releases include "Here Comes Goodbye" (2009), which hit number one on Hot Country Songs as their tenth chart-topper, and "I Like the Sound of That" (2013), certified Platinum. Tracks like "I Won't Let Go" (2011) and "Easy" (2011) each earned Gold certifications for 500,000 units. The following table summarizes select notable singles with their chart performance and certifications:
SingleRelease Year Peak
20041Platinum
20061Platinum
200618× Platinum
Here Comes Goodbye20091-
I Won't Let Go20112Gold
Easy20111Gold
I Like the Sound of That20131Platinum

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