Miles City, Montana — The world-famous Miles City Bucking Horse Sale has officially announced that Corb Lund and the Hurtin’ Albertans will join as the Direct Support Act for the Pendleton Whisky Kick-Off Concert on May 14, 2026. Tickets go on sale November 8, 2025 at buckinghorsesale.com
A True Western Soul
Hailing from the foothills of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, Corb Lund represents the real Western spirit — raw, sincere, and full of grit. Coming from generations of ranchers and rodeo people, his songs echo with authenticity, blending dust, wind, and cowboy stories into something both traditional and timeless.
Corb Lund defies easy categorization. His music moves effortlessly through outlaw country, classic Western, and indie-folk, always grounded in honest emotion and curiosity. It’s this balance that makes him one of the most distinctive voices in North American country music today.
From Basement Dreams to the Grand Ole Opry
True to his DIY roots, Lund built his career from the ground up — recording in his basement, printing his own shirts, booking his own shows, even managing himself. Before turning to country, he toured for years with the indie metal band The Smalls, a chapter that shaped his bold and free-spirited artistry.
When he began writing Western songs, Lund developed a distinctive storytelling style — both humorous and heartfelt. Tracks like “The Truck Got Stuck”, “Horse Poor”, and “Little Foothills Heaven” capture his knack for vivid storytelling rooted in cowboy life.
International Recognition
To date, Corb Lund has earned 14 Canadian Country Music Awards and several international honors. In 2022, he made his long-awaited debut at the Grand Ole Opry, a dream milestone for any country artist — and a historic one for a Canadian cowboy.
In February 2024, he released “El Viejo”, an album of original songs steeped in Western traditions. The record reflects a deeper, more mature sound — equal parts dusty prairie and poetic reflection.
A Return to the Cowboy Capital
The Miles City Bucking Horse Sale has long been more than a rodeo; it’s a celebration of Western heritage. Bringing Corb Lund to the 2026 kick-off concert is a nod to that spirit — uniting rodeo, music, and cowboy legacy in one unforgettable night.
Fans across the U.S. have already expressed excitement online, calling Lund “the real deal” and “the voice of modern cowboy music.” With such anticipation, tickets are expected to sell out quickly.