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For his part, Rucker also has new music up his sleeve: On Aug. 7, he'll share a summery new single called \"Beers and Sunshine.\"

Before taking the Opry stage, he's also got plans to helm a virtual version of his annual \"Darius & Friends\" concert benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. That event takes place this Thursday night at 7 p.m. CT, with pay-per-view tickets available now.

Amid the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, the Grand Ole Opry has been continuing its weekly broadcasts without a live audience. Instead, you can tune in to the show through the Opry's own Circle Network, as well as the venue's flagship radio station, 650 WSM AM, and online.

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