Garth Brooks Names His Favorite Contemporary Country ArtistsGarth Brooks seems to have a soft spot for the females in country music, saying "Guys, It's harder than ever to be an artist , bar none, but the females in our world, they're tearing it up right now." Brooks name drops two female country artists specifically. Brooks' upcoming Chicago performance comes as he continues to prove why his live shows remain among the most anticipated events in country music. What to Expect at Garth Brooks' Blame it All On My Roots TourFans can expect plenty of familiar hits, big production and the high-energy performance that has become the standard for a Garth Brooks concert. Garth Brooks' Upcoming Chicago ShowsThe demand for tickets to see Brooks is so high, especially in Chicago, that he has a four-date run coming up, all at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois.