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Blake Shelton has teamed up with some heavy hitters to complete his latest project. It was just announced that Shelton’s production company, Lucky Horseshoe Productions would be completing a documentary on famous country music Legend Keith Whitley. The project will include several never-before-seen archival reels as well as testimony from key players in Whitley’s life and career. Keep reading to find out more!
Blake Shelton Reveals His Latest Project
It was recently revealed that country music star Blake Shelton will be helping to co-produce a documentary on Country Music Hall of Famer and the late country music legend Keith Whitley. Shelton will be working with Lee Metzger to create the production on Whitley. Blake and Lee opened their production company Lucky Horseshoe Productions in 2023. Shelton and Metzger will be joined by director Zach Heinzerling to complete the project.
Blake Shelton will utilize archival footage from Keith Whitley’s estate and the Country Music Hall of Fame. The footage will detail Whitley’s life and career. The documentary will feature Keith’s hometown of Sandy Hook, Kentucky. The film will also include reflections from Keith Whitley’s wife and fellow country music legend Lorrie Morgan. Morgan will share details of her career, as well as honor her late husband’s memory.
The Crew Share Their Thoughts
Blake Shelton opened up about the project. He said, “Keith Whitley released only three albums during his life, but his music has influenced generations of country music artists and fans.” Shelton further explained his motivation for completing the project. He said:
“Gwen [Stefani] and I love to watch music documentaries, and I looked for his doc one night and couldn’t believe that there wasn’t one. I’m proud and honored we get to bring his incredible story to film.”
Director of the documentary Zach Heinzerling added:
“Thanks to Blake, we finally have the chance to uncover the truth behind the legend that is Keith Whitley: a layered and heartbreaking story of talent, hardship, and love that is long overdue.”
Co-producer Lee Metzger said, “It is an honor to bring Keith’s story to a wide audience.” Keith Whitley released his first album L.A. to Miami in 1985. He released his next album three years later in 1988, it was titled Don’t Close Your Eyes. However, Whitley’s last album was released posthumously in 1989 and was titled I Wonder Do You Think of Me.
What do you think of Blake Shelton’s latest project? Will you watch the documentary on Keith Whitley? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned for more country music news!