Riley Green, Grey Cup

A Country Music Star at McMahon Stadium

Football fans won't be the only ones in for a treat this Sunday in Calgary. American country star Riley Green will headline the Bud Light halftime show at the 113th Grey Cup, which pits the Montreal Alouettes against the Edmonton Elks at McMahon Stadium, as announced by the CFL.

The Alabama-born singer is having a breakout year. A winner of five ACM Awards and four CMA Awards, he released the album That's Just Me in September. He is best known for his songs “There Was This Girl” and “You Look Like You Love Me,” a duet with Ella Langley.

At the time of the announcement, Riley Green said he had toured extensively in Canada and was looking forward to experiencing his first Grey Cup. He said that performing at halftime in front of such a large crowd will be a very special way to cap off a completely crazy year.

He's no stranger to football, either. Before pursuing a career in music, he played quarterback at Jacksonville State University.

A Packed Lineup

For its second edition, the Bud Light halftime show is featuring country music, a genre that is growing in popularity in Canada, according to Labatt Breweries, the event's sponsor. Last year, singer mgk took the stage during the 112th Grey Cup.

Riley Green won't be the only artist on the bill. Canadian icon Sarah McLachlan will perform “O Canada” before the game. Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor of Blue Rodeo will deliver a special pre-game performance; they previously headlined the halftime show at the 2009 Grey Cup in Calgary. The James Barker Band, a two-time Juno Award winner, will also perform during the pre-game show.

The Canadian Armed Forces Snowbirds will also perform their final flyover of a Grey Cup, a tradition that will add a touch of emotion to the day.

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