Tim McGraw Postpones Annual Tradition

Tim McGraw's Swampstock 2008 has been postponed until next year, due to the effects of Hurricane Gustav on the state of Louisiana. The Rayville area, where the event was to take place, experienced more than 20 inches of rain over the last few days, with the state declared a disaster area by government officials. Representatives of Neighbor's Keeper Foundation (NKF), the organization founded by Tim and wife Faith Hill, said it was more important for the community to focus on clean-up efforts than on a concert.

"We have spoken with local officials, and Neighbor's Keeper Foundation wants to lend its support to those relief efforts," said McGraw. "Although Faith and I are personally disappointed, we understand that the priority is people's homes and livelihood in this challenging time. Our prayers are with our friends and neighbors and God bless them."

Fans who purchased tickets should return to that same location for a refund.