Lonestarhas lost their frontman. Richie McDonaldannounced he’s leaving the group to tour with his new band,The Frontmen of Country, a trio that also includesLittle Texas’ Tim Rushlow,andRestless Heart’s Larry Stewart.
“I’ve been with Lonestar for almost 30 years and have enjoyed my time with the guys,” Richie shares. “With everything that has happened in the past year, it has made me think about other things I want to do in life. This opportunity with The Frontmen came up and I’ve decided to go a new direction.”
He adds, “I’ve always enjoyed performing with Tim and Larry and I can’t wait to see how this new chapter unfolds. I want to thank my bandmatesDean,KeechandMichaelfor a great run. I wish them nothing but the best.”
The Frontman of Country are hitting the road next month, with a tour that kicks of April 16thin Grant, Oklahoma.
Source:Music Row