The veteran wrapped up his last ever trek, The Cowboy Rides Away Tour, in Texas in June, 2014, but on Tuesday (22Sep15), he revealed he wasn't done performing just yet - and would be playing a handful of live dates to launch the new Las Vegas Arena.

Strait says, "Las Vegas has been a big part of my country music career. It's fun to play Vegas... The crowds are great and they come from all over the place, because there is so much to do here. A concert is kind of a bonus."

He will step back into the spotlight for two shows in April (16) and another pair next September (16).

Strait also announced a new album, titled Cold Beer Conversation, would be released on Friday (25Sep15).