Vince Gill, Travis Tritt Join Star-Studded Gatlin Brothers Tribute

Country and Gospel Legends Join Star-Studded Gatlin Brothers 70th Anniversary Celebration at the Ryman

The Gatlin Brothers’ 70th Anniversary Tribute at Nashville’s legendary Ryman Auditorium is shaping up to be one of the most significant live music events of the year, as five more superstar performers have been added to an already packed lineup honoring Larry, Steve, and Rudy Gatlin’s seven decades of making music together.

Set for Monday, February 23, the milestone tribute will now feature Mandy Barnett, Rhonda Vincent, Steven Curtis Chapman, Travis Tritt, and Vince Gill, bringing together an extraordinary mix of country, bluegrass, and Christian music icons to celebrate one of the genre’s most enduring family acts.

An Expanding Lineup of Musical Legends

The newly announced performers join an impressive roster of previously confirmed artists, including The Oak Ridge Boys, Big & Rich, The Frontmen, Mae Estes, Lee Greenwood, T. Graham Brown, David Phelps, John Berry, Lorrie Morgan, The Isaacs, Mark Wills, Red Steagall, Gaither Vocal Band, Billy Dean, Dailey & Vincent, Deborah Allen, Carlene Carter, T.G. Sheppard, Kelly Lang, Riders in the Sky, Jason Crabb, Jamie O’Neal, and a special appearance by Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens.

Together, the lineup reflects the broad reach of the Gatlin Brothers’ influence across multiple generations and styles of American music, from traditional country to gospel and contemporary Christian.

A Night of Classic Hits at an Iconic Venue

The tribute concert will feature performances of many of the Gatlin Brothers’ most beloved songs, including “All the Gold in California,” “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You),” and “Broken Lady.” Sixwire will serve as the backing band for the evening, providing a familiar musical foundation as guest performers rotate through the historic Ryman stage.

The Ryman Auditorium, often called the “Mother Church of Country Music,” offers a fitting backdrop for honoring a group whose harmonies and songwriting helped shape country music during its modern rise. Additional special appearances by actor and philanthropist Gary Sinise and Nancy Jones will add to the emotional and commemorative tone of the evening.

A Milestone Rooted in Gratitude

For Larry Gatlin, the anniversary is not just a marker of longevity but a reflection of gratitude for faith, family, and the friendships built through music.

“Brother Steve, Brother Rudy, and I are grateful to God for the 70 years we have had making music together,” Gatlin said in a statement. “We’re thankful for the friends and performers who are helping us celebrate this milestone, and for the fans who have supported us every step of the way. Keep the faith.”

That sentiment underscores the spirit of the event, which is designed not only as a concert but as a tribute to the relationships and community that have sustained the brothers’ careers over seven decades.

A Legacy That Shaped Country Music

The Gatlin Brothers’ close family harmonies helped define their signature sound, leading to chart-topping hits and major industry recognition. The trio earned a GRAMMY Award for their 1976 breakthrough hit “Broken Lady” and collected multiple ACM and CMA nominations throughout their career. Larry Gatlin’s songwriting has also been recorded by an extraordinary list of artists across genres, further cementing the group’s place in American music history.

Showtime for the tribute is 7:00 p.m. CT, with tickets available through the Ryman Auditorium’s official website.