Country singer Chase Rice is speaking out after receiving backlash for hosting a crowded concert amid the coronavirus pandemic. COUNTRY SINGER CHASE RICE CATCHES BACKLASH FOR VIDEO OF PACKED TENNESSEE CONCERT AMID SPIKE IN COVID-19 CASESThe singer immediately faced criticism over hosting the gig, with many suggesting he has a disregard for public health, including fellow country star Kelsea Ballerini, who called Rice "selfish" online. Rice said that because his fans' "safety is a huge, huge priority," his next live performance will be a drive-in show. The musician also stressed that "the safer we are now, the quicker we get to get to actual normal live shows, which I know we all want." The company that owns the Tennessee venue where Rice performed told Fox News that despite appearances, it was complying with local requirements on social distancing.

Source: Fox News June 30, 2020 03:00 UTC