Luke Combs closed out Tortuga Music Festival 2025 like a human campfire—one spark, and suddenly the entire beach was singing in unison. By the time he hit the stage, Fort Lauderdale Beach had that Sunday-night mix of exhaustion and “don’t let this end,” and Combs leaned into it perfectly: no overproduction distractions, no flashy detours, just massive songs delivered with blue-collar conviction.

Vocally, he was steady and powerful in that deceptively simple way that separates real singers from “studio magic.” Even with the ocean breeze messing with the mix, his voice cut clean through the air—warm, gritty, and built for big choruses. The band stayed tight but never crowded him, keeping the grooves driving while giving the lyrics room to land. And that’s the secret of a great festival closer: it has to feel huge without turning into noise.

Combs’ stage presence is part everyman, part arena general. He doesn’t need choreography; he’s got authenticity and a catalog that does the heavy lifting. The crowd response was instant and constant—phones up, arms around shoulders, strangers singing like they’d rehearsed together. The emotional peaks hit hardest when he let the audience carry the hooks, stepping back just enough to turn the beach into the lead vocalist.

In a weekend packed with party moments, Luke Combs delivered the most satisfying kind of finale: communal, loud, and a little bit cathartic—like the festival itself exhaling on the last chorus.

Artist: https://www.lukecombs.com/
Festival: https://tortugamusicfestival.com/

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TORTUGA MUSIC FESTIVAL BRINGS COUNTRY MUSIC AND MORE 

TO SUNNY FORT LAUDERDALE

12TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL HOSTS PERFORMANCES FROM LUKE COMBS, JELLY ROLL, KEITH URBAN, PARKER MCCOLLUM, JORDAN DAVIS, MEGAN MORONEY, LUDACRIS AND SHABOOZEY

Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival Continues To Amplify 

Sustainability Efforts and Ocean Conservation 

Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival, in partnership with Live Nation, hosted fans for a weekend of unmatched entertainment featuring headliners Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, and Keith Urban. Dubbed a “a sun-drenched, beachside country festival that doubles-up as a key fundraising event for ocean conservation” with an “impressive roster of performers” (Holler.) the 12th annual festival brought over 40 artists ranging from country’s hottest new stars like Parker McCollum, Jordan Davis, Megan Moroney, Shaboozey, rap legend Ludacris, and more.

On Friday, the Sunset Stage kicked off Tortuga with performances from John Morgan and Marcus King. Marcus King treated the crowd to a cover of Tyler Childers’ “Shake The Frost,” and was later joined by his wife, Briley, for a few songs. The crowd went wild as Ludacris took the stage to celebrate 25 years of hits with bangers like “Money Maker” and “What’s Your Fantasy.” Over on the Main Stage, the festival opened with Angie K, Gavin DeGraw, Gary Allan, and Parker McCollum, who welcomed in the first sunset of the festival with his hits “Pretty Heart” and his new single, “What Kinda Man.” To close out opening night, fan favorite Jelly Roll delivered an explosive set, lighting up the sky with pyrotechnics during songs like “Liar,” “Hard Fought Hallelujah,” and “Save Me.” 

The high energy carried into Saturday, with nearly 20 performances set against a sunny backdrop and a sea of eager fans. The Main Stage came alive as the Wheeland Brothers created the atmosphere with their signature blend of surf rock and reggae, performing their hit “Rock Me Like The Ocean.” The stage continued to shine with performances from rising stars Wyatt Flores, Meghan Patrick and Jordan Davis, each bringing their own unique flair to the festivities. Meanwhile on the Sunset Stage, country’s hottest new star, Shaboozey, took the Sunset Stage and had the crowd singing along to his hits, creating an unforgettable moment under the Florida sun. The Sunset Stage also hosted The Original Wailers, who brought reggae vibes to the crowd, while supergroup Ezra Ray Hart energized the audience with a medley of Sugar Ray’s “When It’s Over” and Violent Femmes’ “Blister in the Sun.” Closing out the Main Stage, Keith Urban ignited the crowd with an unforgettable set that had fans enthusiastically singing along to classics like “Somebody Like You” and “Blue Ain’t Your Color.” He also invited up-and-coming artist Karley Scott Collins for a duet on “GO HOME W U.”

Wrapping up the sunny, star-studded weekend, fans at the Sunset Stage were treated to unforgettable performances from artists like Restless Road, Bumpin Uglies, Yelawolf, and a crowd filled with singalongs to Megan Moroney’s hits “Am I Okay” and “No Caller ID.” Over on the Main Stage, the festivities kicked off with Caylee Hammack, who sang a unique country-laden version of Chappell Roan’s “Good Luck, Babe!” She was followed by country-rock anthems from Corey Kent and Cody Jinks, who each brought their own distinctive energy to the weekend. The night reached its peak as Luke Combs wrapped up the 2025 festival with an energy-filled set full of hits like “Forever After All” and “When It Rains It Pours,” leaving the crowd buzzing with excitement and ending the 2025 festival on a high note.

The weekend also showcased the next generation of country music featured on the festival’s first year of the Next From Nashville stage, giving attendees a chance to discover the genre’s hottest acts including Abby Anderson, Avery Anna, Bayker Blankenship, Bryce Leatherwood, Charlie Worsham, Denitia, Jade Eagleson, Jenna LaMaster, Karley Scott Collins, Kashus Culpepper, Lauren Watkins, Mae Estes, Noah Hicks and Thomas Edwards.

Since its debut in 2013, Tortuga has been making waves—raising millions and supporting over 100 nonprofits dedicated to ocean conservation and marine life protection. These efforts have spanned across the U.S., Bahamas, South Africa, and Asia, with groundbreaking research making a real impact. In 2024 alone, thanks to the incredible support from Tortuga fans, 114.7 tons of materials were diverted from landfills through the festival’s sustainability and recycling initiatives. In 2025, Tortuga’s sustainability efforts have focused on three key goals: Reduce, Rethink, and Restore. These goals aim to cut down on CO2 emissions and landfill waste, embrace eco-friendly products and cutting-edge technologies, and adopt policies that protect marine ecosystems and champion ocean conservation. One of the festival’s standout features is Rock The Ocean’s Conservation Village, where attendees can discover exactly how their ticket purchases are making a difference and learn how they can personally contribute to the cause. For more information, visit TortugaMusicFestival.com/conservation/.

For more information and to join the conversation, visit TortugaMusicFestival.com, Tweet: @FestivalTortuga #TortugaFest, Instagram: @TortugaMusicFestival #TortugaFest, Snapchat: @TortugaFest, Facebook: Facebook.com/TortugaMusicFestival.

About Rock the Ocean: 

The Rock The Ocean Foundation is dedicated to supporting scientific research, education and increasing public awareness about the issues impacting the world’s oceans. Rock The Ocean teams up with high profile musical artists and entertainers, who will perform and participate in events that educate the public on marine conservation. Rock The Ocean founder Chris Stacey is an avid ocean lover, diver and 20-year music industry veteran. Tortuga Music Festival will bring to life his vision, uniting the best and brightest in music, working to raise awareness about the issues currently impacting our oceans and their delicate ecosystems. For more information visit www.rocktheocean.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockTheOcean, Tweet @RockTheOcean or Instagram @rocktheocean.

About Tortuga:

Tortuga Music Festival is part of Live Nation’s premiere family of country music festivals spread across the country, including Watershed in George, WA, Faster Horses in Brooklyn, MI, and Tortuga Music Festival in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

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Rock The Ocean’s 2005 Tortuga Music Festival hits the Fort Lauderdale Beach in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on April 4 – 6, 2025.

Don’t miss major stars like Luke Combs, Keith Urban, Jelly Roll, Megan Moroney, Ludacris, Shaboozey, Parker McCollum, Jordan Davis and Cody Jinks. Plus enjoy 3 stages of the best in country, rock and reggae. Not to mention hanging out literally on the beach, enjoying dozens of food and beverage options. All while helping to save the environment.

Daily set times have been released, as well as single day tickets. Multiple day passes and VIP options are also still available in limited quantities.

See https://tortugamusicfestival.com/passes/ for all of the information you need. Do not miss this festival.

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LUKE COMBS TO HEADLINE COUNTRY THUNDER MUSIC FESTIVAL IN KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA

Bailey Zimmerman, Jon Pardi, Russell Dickerson, Priscilla Block, ERNEST and more performing over three days

One of country music’s biggest stars, Luke Combs, will close out a weekend of top tier talent, headlining the Country Thunder Music Festival in Kissimmee, Florida on Sunday, October 20th. Combs will join Bailey Zimmerman, Jon Pardi, Mitchell Tenpenny, Russell Dickerson, Nate Smith, ERNEST, Priscilla Block and more.

Combs, a country megastar and North Carolina native, is celebrated not just in country music, but across the entire industry. As the first artist to hold the top two positions on the Country Airplay chart, Combs has had multiple smash hits, including his lauded cover of Tracy Chapman’s ‘Fast Car,’ which he performed with Chapman at the Grammy Awards earlier this year. Among countless other accolades, Combs has earned eleven CMA awards, six Billboard Music Awards, and seven Grammy nominations and leads nominees at this year’s ACM Awards with eight nominations. Combs will headline Country Thunder Florida fresh off his record-breaking “Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old” U.S. stadium tour, which includes back-to-back nights at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium, East Rutherford’s MetLife Stadium, Santa Clara’s Levi’s® Stadium and Phoenix’s State Farm Stadium and broke attendance records in each of its first three weekends.

Fans at Kissimmee will have the unique opportunity to see Combs up close and personal. Country Thunder’s Platinum Experience ($625+ fees) and Gold Circle ($350+fees) options guarantee the best spot of the weekend, with exclusive viewing areas right next to the stage! Platinum Experience ticket holders will also experience full-service bars, luxury restrooms, reserved parking and sunscreen for long hot Florida days. For those not as fond of the great outdoors, Country Thunder’s luxury Glamping experience includes breakfast each morning, queen beds, a cooling unit, and a dedicated concierge. All tickets, camping and hotel options available now via countrythunder.com.

“Luke is a giant of country music,” said Troy Vollhoffer, CEO of Country Thunder Music Festivals. “We always aim to program for fans of all backgrounds. With a talent of this caliber joining us Sunday night, Country Thunder’s long-time devotees and first-time campers alike will round out their weekend on a high.”

Since the first Country Thunder in 1996, the festival has become a staple for country music fans and a pilgrimage for some of the most respected acts in the genre. Previous stars who’ve performed include Blake Shelton, Garth Brooks, Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, Tim McGraw, Morgan Wallen, HARDY, Chris Stapleton, Brad Paisley, Jelly Roll, George Strait, Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, and many more.

Country Thunder’s additional US festival dates include Twin Lakes, WI July 18-21 and Bristol, TN June 28-29 with performances by Eric Church, Nickelback, Lainey Wilson, Koe Wetzel, Bailey Zimmerman, Cody Johnson, Hardy, Trace Adkins, Lonestar, Priscilla Block, and more.

Canadian fans will also have the chance to catch Combs at Country Thunder’s other dates including Craven, Saskatchewan July 11-14 and Calgary, Alberta August 16-18.

For information please visit https://www.countrythunder.com/florida
Tickets available now via https://www.axs.com/festivals/508747

About Country Thunder Music Festival:
Country Thunder is a music festival brand that hosts several concerts in North America each year. They have operated festivals in Wisconsin and Arizona since 1996, shows in Saskatchewan since 2005, Alberta since 2016 and launched Country Thunder Florida in 2019. In 2021, Country Thunder Bristol joined the family!

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