Rising country music artist Braxton Keith has been announced as the opening act for Lainey Wilson at the 2026 Raising Cane’s Concert for Legends in Canton.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced Wednesday, May 13, that the Texas native will perform Aug. 9 at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium before Wilson takes the stage as the concert’s headliner.
Keith, who has been named one of this year’s “Artists to Watch” by Amazon Music and Rolling Stone, is gaining momentum in the country music scene with a traditional sound rooted in Texas honky-tonk and Western swing.
“Braxton’s truly unique style is helping him become more recognized, appreciated and sought-after,” Pro Football Hall of Fame President and CEO Jim Porter said in a statement. “It won’t be long until he’s a household name in the music industry.”
Keith’s debut album, Real Damn Deal, is set for release Friday, May 15. Hall of Fame officials said the 15-track album showcases his range across classic country styles.
The singer performed more than 130 shows in 2025, opening for artists including Cody Johnson, Gavin Adcock and Luke Bryan. He also headlined his own “This Ain’t My First Tour” and made his Grand Ole Opry debut in Nashville.
Wilson was previously announced as the headliner for the annual concert, part of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Enshrinement Week festivities. The country star won Entertainer of the Year and Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards and is nominated again in both categories this year.
Tickets for the 2026 Raising Cane’s Concert for Legends are on sale now through the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
