Old Dominion: The Journey Of One Of Country Music's Most Decorated Groups

Old Dominion are one of the most decorated country music groups of the decade, with countless ACM and CMA Awards to their credit, as well as nearly a dozen No. 1 hits. However, they have openly admitted that they don’t do everything right. During a candid conversation on Taste of Country Nights, the members discussed their experiences with touring and gift-giving traditions in the country music industry.

In the world of country music, there's a longstanding tradition that headliners offer end-of-tour gifts to their opening acts. These gifts can range from watches and guitars to more extravagant items like portable bars and cash. The intention behind this practice is to show appreciation for the artists who contributed to the tour's success.

Despite their accolades, Old Dominion recognizes that they struggle with this gift-giving custom. The band humorously shared, "We’re terrible at that." They mentioned a year when they managed to give nice watches to everyone, but quickly fell back into their old habits of forgetfulness when it came to future tours. Lead singer Matthew Ramsey reflected on this, saying, "Yeah, it sucks, we suck at it," emphasizing the last-minute scramble they often experience when trying to come up with something meaningful.

As they gear up for their next tour, which includes an opening show for the Zac Brown Band, Old Dominion has some time to think about how they can improve their gift-giving ways. With several performances lined up in November and December, fans will be eager to see how this talented group balances their busy schedule with the traditions of the industry.