(June 28) Kenny Chesney’s multiyear tour deal with TMG / AEG Live could last until 2013.

The contract kicks-in in 2009.  The financial details were not disclosed but it is known that the agreement does not include an advance or signing bonus.  

Chesney will be paid a set amount based on the number of tickets available for sale.  This creates an added incentive for TMG / AEG Live to sell as many seats as possible.

On the up-side, the agreement allows both parties to enjoy greater flexibility.  Chesney has about five years to complete three years’ worth of touring and TMG / AEG Live doesn’t have to set ticket prices with the pressure of an upfront guarantee.

In only six years, Chesney has sold about 7 million tickets and grossed over $300 million.

Meanwhile, Chesney’s current tour remains one of the most popular tours of the summer.  Performances will continue through September 2008.

Kenny Chesney Tour Schedule:

July 2008

 5     Nashville, TN     Lp Field
13     Atlanta, GA     Turner Field
17     Virginia Beach, VA     Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheatre
19     Philadelphia, PA     Lincoln Financial Field
24     Holmdel, NJ     PNC Bank Arts Center
26     Foxboro, MA     Gillette Stadium
31     Cincinnati, OH     Riverbend Music Center

August 2008

 2     Detroit, MI     Ford Field
14     New Orleans, LA     New Orleans Arena
16     Houston, TX     Reliant Stadium
21     Charlotte, NC     Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Charlotte-nc
22     Raleigh, NC     Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
28     West Palm Beach, FL     Cruzan Amphitheatre
29     Tampa, FL     Ford Amphitheatre At The Florida State Fairgrounds
30     Jacksonville, FL     Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

September 2008

10     Tulsa, OK     Bank Of Oklahoma Center
11     Maryland Heights, MO     Verizon Wireless Amphitheater - Mo
13     Indianapolis, IN     Lucas Oil Stadium