Darius Rucker

Darius Rucker first rose to prominence in the music industry as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the Grammy Award-winning band Hootie & the Blowfish, who have sold over 25 million albums worldwide. Rucker has amassed a slew of new fans since releasing his first country album in 2008, with four No. 1 albums on the Billboard country chart, 10 No. 1 singles at country radio, and 11 Gold, Platinum, or multi-Platinum certified hits. 

Rucker became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2012 and won his third Grammy Award for Best Solo Country Performance in 2014 for his nine-time platinum version of "Wagon Wheel" on The Old Crow Medicine Show. Songs of all time. He co-hosted the 54th annual CMA Awards in his 2020 and topped the national radio charts again in 2021 with "Beers And Sunshine." His latest release, Carolyn’s Boy, pays tribute to his late Mother and features the powerful single “Fires Don’t Start Themselves.” 

When not performing or crafting new music, he is a dedicated philanthropist, raising millions for causes like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and championing education through the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation. Join Darius Rucker for an unparalleled night of music under the stars as he brings a dynamic performance to the Seneca Niagara Outdoor Stage!