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06/16/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/16/2026 10:11

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa welcomes rising country star Max McNown

TULSA, Okla. - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will welcome Max McNown at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at Hard Rock Live inside the casino.

One of country and Americana music's fastest-rising stars, McNown has built a devoted fanbase through his heartfelt songwriting and authentic storytelling. The Oregon native taught himself to play guitar before performing on the streets of Southern California and quickly gaining national attention through social media, where he has amassed millions of followers.

McNown's breakthrough single, "A Lot More Free," became a platinum-certified hit, earning hundreds of millions of streams worldwide and launching him onto Billboard's Emerging Artists chart. The song gained traction across multiple radio formats, climbed streaming charts globally and received additional recognition when Kelly Clarkson featured it on her popular "Kellyoke" segment.

He continued his momentum with "Better Me for You (Brown Eyes)," the lead single from his sophomore album, "Night Diving (The Cost of Growing Up)." The song reached double-platinum status, spending months on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming McNown's highest-charting single to date. Its success further cemented his reputation as a versatile artist capable of connecting with audiences across country, pop and adult contemporary formats.

McNown has appeared on national television programs, including the "Today" show and "The Kelly Clarkson Show" and has been recognized by Billboard, Amazon Music and other industry outlets as an artist to watch. Praised for his distinctive voice and emotionally resonant songwriting, he stands out as one of Nashville's most promising new talents.

Tickets start at $69.50 and go on sale June 19.

With more than 2,300 electronic games, signature restaurants and nationally acclaimed live entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma's unrivaled leader for world-class gaming and hospitality. Located on I-44 east of the Tulsa metro, Hard Rock has been owned and operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment since 1993. Its reputation is backed by national and regional recognition, earning 24 wins in CasinoPlayer Magazine's 2025 "Best of Gaming Awards" and a record 18 wins in Tulsa World's 2025 "Best in the World" awards. Information on upcoming shows at Hard Rock Live, Track 5., Riff's and Amp Bar is available online at www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com or by calling (918) 384-ROCK 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. To explore upcoming events, resort amenities or special offers, connect with us on Facebook, X and Instagram. More information about One Star Rewards® is available at www.onestarrewards.com.

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