Country music icons Rascal Flatts are turning back the clock while forging ahead into a bold new chapter with the release of a nostalgic new take on their 2002 hit “Mayberry,” this time alongside longtime friend and country superstar Blake Shelton. The collaboration is the latest preview from their upcoming album, Life is A Highway: Refueled Duets, set to drop June 6 via Big Machine Records.
“It was so much fun playing with Blake again,” says guitarist Joe Don Rooney. “He was on our first two tours with us back in the day, and it means so much that he wanted to do this project with us. He truly owned this song…it sounds like a Blake Shelton record now!”
The new version of Mayberry captures all the heart and charm of the original with a modern twist: shimmering steel guitar, breezy production, and the seamless blend of Shelton’s signature baritone with the monumental harmonies of Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus, and Rooney. The duet brings a fresh, easygoing energy to one of Rascal Flatts’ most beloved tracks, embracing the record’s theme of musical rebirth and reflection.
The full album promises nine additional reimagined Flatts hits, each featuring a high-profile collaborator spanning country, pop, rock, and gospel. The genre-crossing lineup includes the Jonas Brothers, Kelly Clarkson, Jason Aldean, Backstreet Boys, and Lzzy Hale, among others—each artist lending their own flair to Rascal Flatts’ award-winning catalog.
Life Is A Highway: Refueled Duets Album Track List:
1. “I Dare You” (with Jonas Brothers)
2. “Fast Cars And Freedom” (with Jason Aldean)
3. “My Wish” (with Carly Pearce)
4. “Mayberry” (with Blake Shelton)
5. “Stand” (with Brandon Lake)
6. “Summer Nights” (with Ashley Cooke)
7. “What Hurts The Most” (with Backstreet Boys)
8. “Yours If You Want It” (with Jordan Davis)
9. “Life Is A Highway” (with Lzzy Hale)
10. “I’m Movin’ On” (with Kelly Clarkson)
Fans can pre-save or pre-order the album now via rascalflatts.com.
Hot off the heels of their ACM Group of the Year nomination and overwhelming fan response to their reunion, Rascal Flatts are finishing out the final leg of their nearly sold-out “LIFE IS A HIGHWAY TOUR.” With just a few shows remaining, fans are packing areas across the South to catch the trio live for the first time since their hiatus.
Remaining Tour Dates:
- 3/28 – Lafayette, LA – CAJUNDOME (SOLD OUT)
- 3/29 – Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena (Low Ticket Warning)
- 4/3 – Estero, FL – Hertz Arena (SOLD OUT)
- 4/4 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center (SOLD OUT)
- 4/5 – Jacksonville, FL – Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena (SOLD OUT)
The reunion of Rascal Flatts and Blake Shelton is more than just musical—it’s personal. Shelton toured with the trio during the early 2000s, and their friendship has remained strong over the years.
With 29 No. 1 singles and more than 11 billion global streams, Shelton is one of country music’s most prolific hitmakers. He’s also prepping for his own album release, For Recreational Use Only, arriving May 9, just head of the Rascal Flatts collaboration album. The record includes features from Gwen Stefani, Craig Morgan, and John Anderson.
Shelton also remains busy with his Live in Las Vegas residency and expanding his Ole Red venue empire—most recently opening a massive rooftop bar and stage on the Las Vegas Strip.
From their breakout hit “Prayin’ for Daylight” to crossover smashes like “Life Is A Highway” and “What Hurts The Most,” Rascal Flatts have left an indelible mark on country music. With over 17 No. 1 hits, 12 billion streams, and 40+ industry awards, the group remains one of the most awarded and best-selling country acts of the 21st century.
Now, with their upcoming duets album and a fresh wave of tour momentum, they’re reminding dans old and new why they’ve held that status for nearly 25 years.
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