Description
From chart-topping hits that dominated the ’90s airwaves, to new songs and storytelling, this will be an evening of masterful musicianship and timeless songs that will remind you why real country music never goes out of style—honest, powerful, and straight from the heart.
Collin Raye doesn’t just perform—he connects. With his signature soulful delivery and electrifying stage presence, Raye transforms every show into an emotional journey that resonates long after the final note. From tender ballads that have soundtracked life’s most precious moments to high-energy rockers that ignite the crowd, this is country music at its most authentic.
A Legacy of Hits That Matter
Since bursting onto the scene with “Love, Me” in 1991, Collin Raye has built a remarkable career on songs that touch hearts and change lives. His golden voice has delivered:
Chart-Topping Classics: “Love, Me,” “In This Life,” “My Kind of Girl,” “I Can Still Feel You,” and “Not That Different”—songs that have become the soundtrack to weddings, celebrations, and life’s most meaningful moments.
Music with Purpose: When “Little Rock” hit the charts in 1994, its powerful message about addiction recovery inspired over 100,000 people to call Alcoholics Anonymous seeking help. This is the transformative power of Raye’s artistry.
An Impressive Track Record
- 24 Top Ten hits that dominated country radio
- 16 #1 singles that defined the genre
- 10-time Male Vocalist of the Year nominee (5 CMA, 5 ACM)
- Four consecutive platinum albums including his breakthrough All I Can Be
- Over 30 charted singles spanning three decades
The Evolution Continues
Raye’s latest album SCARS showcases an artist unafraid to push boundaries while staying true to his roots. Featuring collaborations with Miranda Lambert, Vince Gill, and the Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach, this 14-track collection—with Raye writing nearly every song—proves his creative fire burns as bright as ever.
“I sincerely hope that the people who have embraced my music the last 29 years will embrace SCARS and find enjoyment and emotional inspiration from this album,” Raye reflects.
Don’t Miss This Rare Opportunity
Whether you’ve been a fan since “Love, Me” first moved you to tears or you’re discovering his music for the first time, Collin Raye live is an experience that transcends entertainment. This is your chance to witness one of country music’s greatest voices and most compelling storytellers in an intimate setting.
Get ready for an evening of pure emotion, masterful musicianship, and the timeless songs that have made Collin Raye a true country music legend.
With Special Guest, SJ McDonald
From Virginia farmland to center stage, SJ McDonald brings authentic country straight from the heart.
SJ McDonald isn’t just playing country music—she’s living it. This Appalachian-raised powerhouse grew up on her family’s five-generation cattle and turkey farm in Virginia, where she learned that real stories come from real life. With callused hands and a voice that carries the soul of ’90s country’s golden era, SJ delivers the kind of authentic storytelling that today’s country music has been missing.
Don’t let the farm roots fool you—this cowgirl is taking over.
Since blazing her trail from Nashville to stages coast to coast, SJ has earned her stripes as CMT’s Next Up Now Artist and claimed the title of 2025 Nashville’s Next Rising Star. Her independently driven tours and major label songwriting cuts prove she’s not waiting for anyone’s permission to make her mark.
When SJ steps into those broken-in boots and takes the stage, something electric happens. Her performances capture that perfect storm of raw talent, genuine grit, and the kind of magnetic energy that reminds you why you fell in love with country music in the first place.
Other Ways to Purchase Tickets
Call the CAPA Ticket Center at 614-469-0939.
Visit the CAPA Ticket Center at the Ohio Theatre (39 E. State Street).
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