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Best Of The West Tour Dates & Tickets

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Best Of The West showcases the storied sound and family-friendly charm of Riders In The Sky, a legendary American Western music group formed in 1977. Renowned for Western swing, cowboy humor, and engaging live performances, they’ve become a staple of the genre with a career spanning four decades. Inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1982, this troupe has built a reputation for accessible, entertaining shows that appeal to fans of all ages. On this page, explore their biography, discography highlights, and up-to-date tour information for 2025 and beyond.

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Documented collaborators

Follow Best Of The West for official announcements, livestreams, and tour updates. For the latest news, you can connect with Riders In The Sky through their official channels and secure your seats to upcoming performances in Texas, Florida, Iowa, and at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. It’s easy to stay in the loop with us—we’ve got you covered for reliable, straightforward ticket access.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Best Of The West

  • Band: Riders in the Sky – American Western music group formed in 1977; known for Western swing, cowboy humor, family-friendly shows.
  • Induction: Joined the Grand Ole Opry in 1982.
  • Grammys: Won two Grammy Awards for Best Musical Album for Children (Woody's Roundup, 2001; Monsters, Inc. Scream Factory Favorites, 2003).
  • Best of the West: 1987 Rounder compilation album highlighting early Rounder-era tracks.
  • 2025 tour activity includes March dates in Texas and Florida, Opry appearances in Nashville, and a September/December slate in Texas and Iowa; see sources for specifics.
  • Official site: Riders In The Sky – ridersinthesky.com; active livestream/tour content and discography hub.

The records

Best Of The West Discography

  • Throw a Saddle on a Star
    2023 · Riders In the Sky
  • Ridin' the Tweetsie Railroad
    2002 · Independent
  • A Pair of Kings
    2002 · Oh Boy
  • Monsters, Inc. Scream Factory Favorites
    2002 · Walt Disney Records
  • Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (Riders in the Sky Present: Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier)
    2004 · Rounder
  • Silver Jubilee
    2003 · Acoustic Disc
  • Woody's Roundup: A Rootin' Tootin' Collection of Woody's Favorite Songs
    2000 · Disney
  • Christmas the Cowboy Way
    1999 · Rounder
  • A Great Big Western Howdy!
    1998 · Rounder
  • Always Drink Upstream from the Herd
    1995 · Rounder
  • Cowboys in Love
    1994 · Epic/Columbia
  • Merry Christmas From Harmony Ranch
    1992 · MCA
  • Saturday Morning with Riders
    1992 · MCA
  • Harmony Ranch
    1991 · CBS
  • Horse Opera
    1990 · MCA
  • Riders Go Commercial
    1989 · MCA
  • Riders Radio Theater
    1988 · MCA
  • The Cowboy Way
    1987 · MCA
  • Best of the West
    1987 · Rounder
  • New Trails
    1986 · Rounder

Follow Best Of The West for official announcements, livestreams, and tour updates. For the latest news, you can connect with Riders In The Sky through their official channels and secure your seats to upcoming performances in Texas, Florida, Iowa, and at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. It’s easy to stay in the loop with us—we’ve got you covered for reliable, straightforward ticket access.

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