After more than three remarkable decades on the road and over 1,200 live shows—most across North America and Canada—country legend Alan Jackson has decided to take his final bow from touring.
On May 17, Jackson graced the stage one last time at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, marking the emotional finale of his Last Call: One More For The Road Tour. Backed by his longtime band, the Grammy-winning artist delivered a memorable 21-song set, closing the night—and his touring career—with a spirited encore performance of K.C. Douglas’ 1973 classic, “Mercury Boogie.”
It was a fitting farewell for a man whose music has defined generations of country storytelling, leaving fans with one final, unforgettable night on the road.
End of the Road for a Country Music Hall of Fame Legend
The curtain has officially fallen on a remarkable journey that began in Biloxi, Mississippi, in June 2022, marking the close of a demanding tour and the end of Alan Jackson’s days of traveling the country with his band.
Addressing a sold-out crowd at Fiserv Forum, the Country Music Hall of Famer spoke candidly about this bittersweet milestone:
“Y’all may have heard that I’m winding down,” Jackson told the audience. “In fact, this is my last road show we’re doing. I appreciate it. Y’all gonna make me tear up out here.”
The country icon went on to share one more piece of news:
“This is my last road show out here, but we are planning on doing a big finale show in Nashville next summer,” he said. “I just felt like I had to end it all where it all started — in Nashville, Tennessee. Music City. I got to do my last one there. This is the last one out on the road for me. It’s been a long, sweet ride.”
With that heartfelt promise, Jackson closed a chapter on decades of touring — a fitting end to a storied career that helped shape the sound of modern country music.
Winding Down for Health Reasons
Alan Jackson has shared that his decision to step back from touring comes down to health concerns. In September 2021, the country legend revealed he had been living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) for more than a decade. The degenerative nerve condition affects the communication between the brain, spinal cord, and muscles, leading to motor and sensory difficulties, muscle weakness, and challenges with balance and walking.
Despite the diagnosis, Jackson continued performing for years, driven by his deep love for the music and his fans. His resilience on stage became a testament to both his character and his passion for country music.
Full Circle in Nashville
While no official date or venue has been announced for Jackson’s final performance, one thing is certain — it will take place in Nashville, the city he and his wife Denise made their home in 1985.
Nashville also holds special significance in Jackson’s journey. It was there that he performed “Here in the Real World” on his Hee Haw debut on September 22, 1990, a breakthrough moment that introduced him to country music fans across America.
Over the course of his storied career, Jackson has achieved 35 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and sold nearly 60 million albums worldwide. His timeless classics — including “Chattahoochee,” “Don’t Rock the Jukebox,” “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning),” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” and “Remember When” — have cemented his place among the most influential voices in country music history.
