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At SXSW, Garth Brooks Sees The Constants In A Changing Industry

"You cannot stop creating," Garth Brooks says. "That's what I think you're put down here to do." Jeremy Cowart/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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At SXSW, Garth Brooks Sees The Constants In A Changing Industry

The music business has evolved dramatically since the country icon began his career. What hasn't changed, he says, is how artists connect with fans: "The music kinda lets you be in their life."

At SXSW, Garth Brooks Sees The Constants In A Changing Industry

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In The Still Of The Night, There's A Riot In Garth Brooks

In his early 50s, after a long hiatus, the country singer has a new album and is touring. "Music keeps you eternally young," he says. "It just does." Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images hide caption

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In The Still Of The Night, There's A Riot In Garth Brooks

After more than a decade offstage raising his daughters, the singer is touring. "It's like nothing is being held back," he says. "You get to eat mashed potatoes with both hands instead of one."

In The Still Of The Night, There's A Riot In Garth Brooks

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