Sammy Kershaw: Career retrospective and tour schedule
The Louisiana native continues performing acoustic shows and full band tours through mid-2027.
By John Ferrari ·
Sammy Kershaw, the 68-year-old country musician born in Kaplan, Louisiana, is continuing his touring schedule despite a career spanning more than three decades. The artist recently posted on social media that he remains active on the road, performing for audiences annually. He stated, “I’m blessed to still be out on tour every year, performing for the greatest fans in the world and doing what I love.”
Kershaw’s commercial breakthrough occurred in 1991 with the release of his debut studio album, “Don’t Go Near the Water.” The album achieved platinum certification and produced four charting singles. The lead track, “Cadillac Style,” reached No. 3 on the Billboard chart. This success established his presence in the country music market.
His second album, “Haunted Heart,” arrived in 1993 and yielded his only No. 1 single. “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful” topped the charts in both the United States and Canada. The album also generated three additional top 10 hits: “Haunted Heart,” “Queen of My Double Wide Trailer,” and “I Can’t Reach Her Anymore.”
The following album, “Feelin’ Good Train,” produced two No. 2 singles. These included “Third Rate Romance,” a song originally released by the Amazing Rhythm Aces in 1975, and “National Working Woman’s Holiday.” Kershaw continued to chart in the mid-1990s and early 1990s, placing “Meant To Be,” “Vidalia,” and “Love of My Life” in the top 10 during 1996 and 1997.
In 1999, Kershaw recorded the duet “Maybe Not Tonight” with country singer Lorrie Morgan. The track reached No. 17 on the charts. The two married in 2001 and divorced in 2007. Morgan had previously been married to Keith Whitley, who died in 1989 from alcohol poisoning.
Kershaw’s political career included two unsuccessful bids for lieutenant governor in Louisiana. He finished third in both the 2007 and 2010 elections. He also became a vocal advocate for residents affected by the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill.
The artist currently lives in Lafayette, Louisiana. His official website lists tour dates extending through July 2027. His touring format includes full band performances and acoustic “Roots and Boots” concerts featuring classic country artists.
