‘Toby Keith: American Icon’ TV special: How to watch, where to stream free
Following his tragic death earlier this year, NBC is now set to honor the late great Toby Keith during a TV music special, Toby Keith: American Icon, set to kick off Wednesday, Aug. 28 at 8/7c.
The two-hour star-studded televised music event will showcase more than 25 country music icons performing and offering tributes to Keith including artists like Jelly Roll, Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan.
According to NBC Insider, the memorial special will celebrate Toby Keith’s life, career and enduring legacy, including his three decades in the industry, his more than 20 studio albums and his sprawling repertoire of hits.
Keith passed away in February 2024, only a few months after becoming the first-ever recipient of People’s Country Music Icon Award at the inaugural People’s Choice Country Awards.
Where can I watch NBC’s Toby Keith tribute?
Although premiering on NBC, those without basic cable can still live stream Toby Keith: American Icon on Wednesday night with Fubo or DirecTV Stream.
Both streaming services offer a free trial for new subscribers who can watch for free before committing to a paid subscription.
Those willing to wait can also stream NBC’s Toby Keith TV special the next day with Peacock.
What is Fubo and DirecTV Stream?
Both Fuboand DirecTV Stream are set up like any other streaming service, but rather than offering exclusively on-demand content, they both offer exclusive live TV channels. So like cable, but without the hassle of setting everything up.
Fubo considers itself a sports-focused live streaming service, but overall, its standard package comes with over 100 live TV channels for $79.99 a month after its free trial. These channels include ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, TLC, MTV and much more.
Fubo also comes with a variety of shows and movies users can watch on-demand along with the option to record your favorite TV shows.
DirecTV Stream is similar to Fubo in that it offers many of the same channels and features. At $84.98 a month after its free trial, the base package comes with a little over 75 live TV channels.
Those interested can check out all of DirecTV Stream’s channel packages here.
Who is performing at the Toby Keith: American Icon special?
According to NBC, stars confirmed to perform during the Toby Keith: American Icon music special are as follows:
- Carrie Underwood
- Eric Church
- HARDY
- Brantley Gilbert
- Darius Rucker
- Riley Green
- Ella Langley
- Lainey Wilson
- Jamey Johnson
- Jelly Roll
- Luke Bryan
- Ashley McBryde
- Parker McCollum
- Jordan Davis
- Clay Walker
- Krystal Keith
- Scotty Emerick
- Mac McAnally
- Tyler Hubbard
- HARDY
- Trace Adkins