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George Strait Unveils Fan-Voted Greatest Hits Collection, Celebrating 30 Years of ‘Strait Out of the Box’
Country music icon George Strait has once again delighted his loyal fanbase with the release of Strait Out of the Box: Fan Favorites. This new five-track collection, unveiled Friday, September 26, marks the “King of Country’s” first greatest hits compilation in nearly a decade and arrives just in time to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his seminal 1995 box set.
A Fan-Curated Tracklist
What makes this release particularly special is its fan-driven selection process. Earlier this month, Strait invited his dedicated followers to cast their votes for their favorite songs via his Instagram Stories and the Honky Tonk Hangout Facebook group. The resulting tracklist features some of his most beloved and enduring anthems:
- “Amarillo By Morning”
- “Ocean Front Property”
- “Love Without End, Amen”
- “Check Yes or No”
- “I Cross My Heart”
Strait himself announced the collection’s arrival on Instagram, sharing, “30 years of Strait Out of the Box, and y’all picked the hits! The fan-voted collection, Strait Out of the Box: Fan Favorites, is streaming now!” Fans quickly flooded the comments with enthusiastic messages, with one exclaiming, “I’m checking yes for this album 👍🏻😊💪❤️,” and another adding, “This is quality music, I love it with passion 😍❤️.”
Celebrating a Legacy
The original Strait Out of the Box, released on September 12, 1995, quickly established itself as one of country music’s most significant multi-disc collections. Its success was further cemented by Strait Out of the Box: Part 2, which followed in 2016.
With an astounding 60 No. 1 hits to his name, George Strait continues to be a pivotal and beloved figure in the genre. This latest fan-selected release serves as a testament to his enduring appeal and the unwavering passion of his millions of fans, proving that 30 years later, the King of Country still reigns supreme.