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All Horse Power: A Thousand Horses are CMA Fest veterans and doing full throttle the rest of the year

We are not sure how much horsepower 1,000 horses have, but A Thousand Horses is going full throttle, bringing the noise, and shows no signs of slowing down.

The band broke onto the scene in 2015 with their song “Smoke.” It made history because it was the first debut single for a group to reach #1 on the Country Airplay charts in the 2010s. They followed up that platinum hit with "(This Ain’t No) Drunk Dial, which also saw great success.

We were able to catch up with the guys to talk about what it means to perform at CMA Fest, how special the fan-focused event is, and their plans for the future.

Rural Lifestyle & Entertainment Shows
RFD-TV’s newest music series, “On the Record,” presented by John Deere, takes viewers on a journey through the heart of country music. Hosted by renowned broadcaster, Suzanne Alexander, the show features long-form interviews with today’s biggest artists and the veterans who inspired them. “On the Record” also gives viewers a front row seat to intimate performances and exclusive music video releases, highlighting the broad scope of Nashville’s talent.
Celebrating 16 Consecutive Seasons on RFD Network! “The Penny Gilley Show,” starring “The Sweetheart of Country Music” herself, Penny Gilley.
Circle Sessions offers a more personal look at country music’s leading artists, featuring intimate discussions and behind-the-scenes moments filmed in and around the Opry’s circle.
Ray’s Roadhouse is a weekly program featuring the music of Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel. Ray and his band Asleep at the Wheel has had a more than 50 year career in the music industry and over the years have earned nine Grammy Awards. The program also will feature guest performers such as Pat Green, Stoney LaRue and Kelly Willis.
The affable and unassuming international singing star Daniel O’Donnell is one of Ireland’s best known performers – from Australia to Alaska.