TULSA, Okla. — Wade Hayes, known for bringing raw emotion and high energy to every live show, is returning to the Track 5. stage inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa on Saturday, Aug. 16, at 9 p.m.

The show is free and open to the public ages 21 and up.

Hayes is a celebrated country music artist known for his rich baritone voice, heartfelt songwriting and deep reverence for traditional country roots. He debuted in 1994 with the gold-certified album “Old Enough To Know Better,” of which the title track reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. Hayes has released eight studio albums, including “On a Good Night” and “When the Wrong One Loves You Right.” His hits "I'm Still Dancin' With You,” "Don't Stop,” "What I Meant to Say,” "On a Good Night” and "The Day That She Left Tulsa (in a Chevy)” all charted in the Billboard Top 10.

His most recent album, “Old Country Still Rocks,” pays tribute to his musical heroes – from Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard to Willie Nelson – showcasing his signature style and deep connection to classic country. The album features powerful covers of timeless hits like “Whiskey River,” “I’m Over You” and “Here I Am,” along with the original title track that inspired the project and celebrates the enduring spirit of honky-tonk legends.

Hayes has received numerous accolades for his talent, including nominations from the Academy of Country Music Awards for Top New Male Vocalist and the Country Music Association for the Horizon Award. He is the recipient of the Music City News Country Awards' Male Star of Tomorrow Award. In 2022, Hayes was inducted into the Oklahoma Country Music Hall of Fame.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is the flagship property of Cherokee Nation Entertainment. From signature restaurants and gaming to award-winning live entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa offers the best amenities in Oklahoma. 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. The Hard Rock Live box office is open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.