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George Strait Breaks U.S. Concert Attendance Record with 110,905 Fans at Kyle Field

Jun 16, 2024, 05:54 AM

Country music legend George Strait, known as 'The King,' delivered a historic concert at Kyle Field, Texas A&M University, on June 16, 2024. The event drew a record-breaking crowd of 110,905 fans, surpassing the previous U.S. concert attendance record set by The Grateful Dead in 1977. The concert also marked the largest audience ever at Kyle Field, which typically holds 102,000 for football games. The performance was widely praised, with notable attendees including Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Senator Ted Cruz, who both expressed their admiration for the event. Sources: Billboard.