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Quick note for all you rodeo lovers and loathers:

Rascall Flatts will not be playing tonight. Lead singer Gary LeVox has severe bronchitis. The band will be replaced by Clay Walker, Joe Nichols and Jack Ingram.

“We hope that our ticket purchasers will enjoy these three great performers,” said Skip Wagner, president of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, in a press release. “It’s going to be a disappointment to Rascal Flatts fans, but their management has been really helpful in finding a combination to fill in for the group tonight.” — Keith Plocek

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