Montgomery Gentry Featuring Eddie Montgomery

Eddie Montgomery's solo debut Ain't No Closing Me Down channels the spirit of his late partner, Troy Gentry, who died in a 2017 helicopter crash. Despite the loss, Eddie made a promise to Troy: Montgomery Gentry's music would go on. This album, a mix of raucous honky-tonk and heartfelt moments, reflects that commitment. "Troy is always with me," says Eddie, who still feels his presence onstage. The Wild Bunch, the band that toured with MG, backs him up on the album, honoring their shared legacy. Montgomery Gentry rose to stardom in the late '90s with hits like Tattoos & Scars and "Hell Yeah," collecting numerous accolades. Eddie credits his upbringing in Kentucky, where his family played in honky-tonks, as the foundation for his music career. Even after Troy's death, Eddie kept his word to continue the MG sound, tapping into his memories of their time together to create this album. Though he's slowed down with age, when Eddie puts on his hat and grabs his guitar, it's like old times, with Troy's memory always by his side. For Eddie, it's more than music-it's a promise to live life fully, no matter what, and to always keep the spirit of Montgomery Gentry alive.