Hard-touring country singer Toby Keith [ tickets ], who has been on the road since July, continues to squeeze more dates into his itinerary.

Among the approximately half-dozen new cities that Keith has added to his schedule of late are Detroit; Atlanta and Tampa. Keith's confirmed itinerary as of press time is below.

According to organizers, Keith's trek has been drawing large crowds: 40,000-plus fans in the Boston area; 21,000 in Pittsburgh; 18,700 in Philadelphia; and 20,000 in Washington, DC.

Keith's next album, "Greatest Hits 2," is due in stores Nov. 9. Its first single, "Stays in Mexico," is already getting airplay on country radio stations. The singer's latest all-new album is 2002's "Shock 'N Y'all," which is certified triple-platinum in the U.S.

According to a recent press release issued by Merle Haggard's camp, Haggard and Keith are recording a pair of duets together, with one song expected to appear on an upcoming Keith album and another to land on a Haggard set.

In other news, Keith recently signed a deal with Harrah's Las Vegas to launch a new country-themed bar and restaurant, scheduled to open its doors next summer. According to a press release, "the restaurant will offer American casual food, and the bar/lounge will feature Keith music and videos, a special recording studio, private dining area, stage and dance floor for live country acts, and surprise personal appearances by Keith himself."