ABC/Image Group LA“The Git Up” star Blanco Brown is on the mend after a serious head-on motorcycle collision in early September left him hospitalized and fighting for his life. The singer underwent a 12-hour surgery to address
Mercury NashvilleMaddie & Tae get into the holiday spirit with their new mix of festive classics and seasonal originals, We Need Christmas. The duo say they hope their new batch of tunes will bring some fun and
Warner Music NashvilleCountry crooner Brett Eldredge knows that a song by Billie Eilish is far from the first thing fans expect him to cover, but he’s a big fan of the pop phenomenon’s catalogue. That’s why he
BMLG RecordsJennifer Nettles lends her soaring harmonies to “Do What You Can,” a song written and previously released by Bon Jovi in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “When you can’t do what you do, you do what
Courtesy of Amazon MusicOld Dominion puts a fresh spin on a classic today with the release of their “Lean on Me,” an Amazon Original cover of Bill Withers’ timeless friendship anthem from 1972. Though the feel-good message
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleHot on the heels of his ACM Album of the Year win for What You See Is What You Get, Luke Combs is readying a deluxe version of that project, and it will include
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date back in 1967, one of country’s living legends released her debut album. It included her first ever Top 30 hit, “Dumb Blonde.” Since then, she has charted a whopping 110 singles, joined the Grand
Big Machine RecordsRascal Flatts are continuing to celebrate their 20th anniversary as a band with the announcement of a new best-of album: Twenty Years of Rascal Flatts The Greatest Hits. The 20-song collection, which includes 13 of their
Capitol NashvilleKeith Urban‘s The Speed of Now Part 1 arrives today, shaped — at least partially — by the COVID-19 pandemic. “I had a record that I could have put out prior to February, March of this year,” the Australian
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockStarting today, Granger Smith will launch his new fall line of Yee Yee Apparel. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Veteran Outdoors, an organization that provides hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities to veterans. Brantley
Brent Harrington/CBSMickey Guyton made history at the 55th ACM Awards Wednesday night. The 37-year-old performed “What Are You Gonna Tell Her?” with Keith Urban on piano, making her the first Black female country artist to play her own song at a
Brent Harrington/CBSAfter taking home an ACM trophy for Female Artist of the Year and performing on the award show just months after welcoming her first child, Hayes, Maren Morris is quickly learning how to balance being an
Brent Harrington/CBSThe winners of the ACM Awards are supposed to be kept secret until the show, but sneaky Old Dominion figured out that they’d won the Song of the Year trophy just a little bit ahead of
CBS Gwen Stefani revisits her past — with a twist — in a photo she posted to Instagram this week. The picture shows a very young Gwen posing in a crop top and low-slung jeans, victory rolls
Brent Harrington/CBSWhen Kelsea Ballerini wasn’t rocking the Ryman Auditorium last night with her new song, “hole in the bottle,” at the 2020 ACM Awards, she was live-Tweeting the show with hilarious commentary and high praise for her
Brent Harrington/CBSMaren Morris brought home the Female Artist of the Year trophy at the 2020 ACM Awards Wednesday night, marking the first time she’s ever won in that category. Of course, her victory called for a celebration,
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban’s wife, actor Nicole Kidman, is a supportive partner who always tries to be there to cheer her husband on during big career moments. At the ACM Awards on Wednesday night, in true 2020
Comstock/ThinkstockToday marks the birthday of one of country music’s most influential artists. Though he only lived to be 29, this honky-tonk hero achieved legend status with hits like “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “Hey, Good Lookin’” and “I’m So
ABC/Image Group LAThe morning after the 2020 ACM Awards, Thomas Rhett is still reeling from his big win at the end of the night. The “Beer Can’t Fix” star took home his very first Entertainer of the
Brent Harrington/CBSThings were noticeably different Wednesday night if you watched the 55th ACM Awards at home, and the same was especially true if you were part of the massively scaled-down setup backstage. In place of a packed
John Shearer/ACMA2020/Getty Images for ACMThe 55th Academy of Country Music Awards — postponed from April due to the COVID-19 pandemic — took place on Wednesday on CBS, from three Nashville locations: The Ryman Auditorium, The Bluebird Cafe and
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockIn case you missed it, Kelsea Ballerini made a virtual stop on The Late Late Show With James Corden this week, performing “A Country Song” off her self-titled third album. Also in late-night news, Americana star
ABC/Image Group LAJimmie Allen will take the stage of Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe at the ACM Awards tonight to perform his chart-topping second single, “Make Me Want To.” It’s a stage he’s pretty familiar with: So much so,
ABC/Chris HolloLady A look back at their ACM Awards history this week, as they’re heading into tonight’s show nominated for two awards they’ve won in the past. Bandmates Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood won Group
Jason Kempin/Getty ImagesRunaway June will appear onstage at tonight’s ACM Awards as presenters, and it’s an exciting landmark for the group: It’s the first awards show since Natalie Stovall joined the trio, following Hannah Mulholland’s departure earlier
ABC/Image Group LAThe 2020 ACM Awards hasn’t even happened yet, but Maren Morris is already a winner: She nabbed a Vocal Event of the Year trophy for her work in Miranda Lambert’s collaborative cover, “Fooled Around and
Capitol Records NashvilleKeith Urban and pop collaborator Pink swap bar-room stories, regrets and battle scars in “One Too Many,” their just-released duet. “I spend all my money drinking on my own, yeah / In this bar, just
ABC/Image Group LABecause 2020 just can’t get any crazier, Justin Bieber is nominated for three Academy of Country Music Awards tonight. The nods come for his hit “10,000 Hours” collaboration with Dan + Shay — and the
Comstock/Thinkstock51 years ago today, this legendary country performer had a number one hit on his hands with “A Boy Named Sue.” The song told the story of a young man who vows revenge on his absentee father
ABC/Image Group LASeattle-based singer Anita White filed a new lawsuit this week against the country trio formerly known as Lady Antebellum, as part of the ongoing battle over use of the name Lady A. According to court
ABC/Image Group LAKelsea Ballerini is bringing her current single, “hole in the bottle,” to the 2020 ACM Awards tonight, and she’s warning fans to be prepared for her to serve a serious look onstage. “There’s some boots!
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockIn case you missed it, Luke Combs performed “Six Feet Apart” this week on the kick-off episode of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’s sixth season. Mitchell Tenpenny has plans to host a livestream show and
Jason Davis/Getty Images for ACM“One of Them Girls” hitmaker Lee Brice admits he’s a little fuzzy on exactly how many times he’s won an ACM Award — for the record, it’s four — but he definitely thinks
Butterfly Records/12Tone MusicDolly Parton’s upcoming holiday project, A Holly Dolly Christmas, celebrates every aspect of the season, from cozy classics to spiritual ballads. But of course Dolly had to leave a little room for whimsical, child-like fun,
Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesBack in 2006, Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles ventured into the rock world, joining Bon Jovi for “Who Says You Can’t Go Home.” Their duet topped the country chart and earned them a Grammy — and now
ABC/Image Group LAMickey Guyton’s got a mystery guest joining her for her performance of “What Are You Gonna Tell Her?” at the 2020 ACM Awards, but she’s not sharing who it is ahead of time. “I cannot
Jeff JohnsonIt’s been quite the week for Chris Young, who has notched a total of eight RIAA certifications over the past month, and received the hardware to prove it as a surprise yesterday. The new plaques honor Chris’
ABC/Image Group LAMorgan Wallen is gearing up to take the stage during Wednesday night’s ACM Awards for what will be a big career moment: The singer’s first time getting a breakout moment all to himself on an
Pamela SpringsteenIt’s a busy day for Willie Nelson, as he and his sister Bobbie Nelson are making the rounds on television to discuss their new memoir. Called Me and Sister Bobbie, the book delves into the lifelong
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 2003, one of country’s biggest stars inked her first record deal. She signed with Epic Records just a few months after placing third on televised singing competition Nashville Star. Later on, she would
Courtesy of the Academy of Country MusicThe 2020 ACM Awards will take place this week, and before the show starts, People has announced that it will produce and exclusively livestream the show’s pre-party. Called PeopleTV Red Carpet
ABC/Mark SeligerWhen the lights come up on the 2020 ACM Awards this week, the show will look pretty different than usual. For one thing, the ACMs are taking place in Nashville this time around, instead of their
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockAlabama will perform their first and only concert of 2020 this evening at 8PM CT, as part of Camping World’s virtual weekly series, Taking the Highways Across America. The event is free to stream on Camping
Joseph LlanesThis weekend, Carrie Underwood returned to NBC’s Sunday Night Football for her eighth season of providing the theme song. SNF will look considerably different this year, with the NFL’s annual show open revamped to comply with
Capitol Records NashvilleOne year after the release of his critically-acclaimed third studio album, Heartache Medication, Jon Pardi is doubling down on the project. Next month, he’ll put out a deluxe version of Heartache Medication that features three
Dennis Leupold/Triple Tigers/RCA RecordsCam is shedding more light on The Otherside, her sophomore studio album, as she reveals the 11-song collection’s track list. Fans have already heard four songs off the project, including her current single, “Classic.”
Courtesy of SpotifyCross-genre country superstar, noted actress and now…podcast host? Reba McEntire revealed the next step in her career this week, announcing her new Spotify podcast, Living & Learning with Reba McEntire. In each episode, Reba sits
Disney Channel/Image Group LAThe artists nominated for Entertainer of the Year at the 2020 ACM Awards will kick off the show in style, the Academy of Country Music announced today. In the running for the show’s most
Courtesy of the Academy of Country MusicAhead of Wednesday night’s ACM Awards show, three off-camera category winners have already been announced, according to CMT. Miranda Lambert takes home the trophy for Vocal Event of the Year with
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 2003, two superstar solo country acts were nearing the tail end of a 7-week streak at the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The song was their good-timing duet, “It’s 5
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban and pop superstar Pink will deliver a very special performance during the ACM Awards this week. The singer announced over the weekend that he and his duet partner will give the world television
Kevin Kane/WireImageTaylor Swift‘s music has evolved so much since she first burst into the spotlight with the 2006 debut single “Tim McGraw” and, come Wednesday, she’ll pay homage to her roots at the Academy of Country Music Awards. For
Academy of Country MusicThe show must go on — even in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. And this Wednesday night, that’s exactly what will happen, as the 55th Academy of Country Music Awards — originally scheduled
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockBrooks & Dunn will be the showcased artists on an October 5 episode of AXS TV’s Rock & Roll Road Trip With Sammy Hagar. Tune in at 9PM ET for a jam session and a tour
Black River EntertainmentThis March, right at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kelsea Ballerini released her third studio album, kelsea. It was an uncertain time in the music industry and beyond, and the singer had to forgo
Courtesy of Jockey International, Inc. Luke Bryan and his wife, Caroline, are ambassadors for Jockey brand, and they’re putting a hilarious spin on their new role with the release of the brand’s newest, “date night”-themed commercial. The
Phylicia J. L. Munn Mickey Guyton’s Bridges EP arrives today, a six-song collection that the singer says is the culmination of a long and often difficult musical journey. “If you only knew what it took for me
Universal Music Group NashvilleReba McEntire takes a look back at one of her signature albums today with the special 30th anniversary release of Rumor Has It. The project first came out in September of 1990. Reba’s career-defining
ABC/Image Group LAIt’s a boy for Russell Dickerson and his wife, Kailey: The couple welcomed their first child, Remington Edward, on Thursday, September 10. Baby Remington was born at 3:23 PM, weighed 10 lbs, 4 oz and
ABC/Image Group LAOne year after her sold-out show at Los Angeles venue the Troubadour, Tanya Tucker will release a live album recorded at that event, aptly titled Live from the Troubadour. A portion of the proceeds from
Warner Records/HBO MaxMaren Morris and duo Brothers Osborne will lend their voices to the soundtrack HBO Max’s new release, Unpregnant. The film includes the country acts’ duet, “All My Favorite People.” The movie follows the story of
Comstock/ThinkstockCharles Kelley, one third of one of country’s biggest trios, is celebrating his 39th birthday today. Since the band formed in the mid-2000s, they’ve become best known for hits like “Need You Now” and “Downtown.” Can you
Beth Gwinn/RedfernsActor Jessica Chastain will star as Tammy Wynette in George & Tammy, a new limited series about the First Lady of Country Music and her complicated relationship with fellow country legend George Jones. The country stars’
RCA NashvilleOld Dominion could take home more trophies than anyone else at next week’s Academy of Country Music Awards, with nominations for Group, Video, Single, and Song of the Year. “We do have quite a few of ’em…” lead
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCountry rock act Blackberry Smoke is gearing up for their “Pandemic Jam” livestream series, broadcast from three local Nashville and Atlanta venues. The band also dropped their music video for “Run Away From it All” this
ABC/Image Group LAMickey Guyton is dedicating her time towards a good cause at this year’s ACM Awards. The singer is partnering with Wells Fargo and Feeding America to help provide 50 million meals, People reports. During the
John ShearerAfter releasing her acoustic album, Rise and Shine, last month, Cassadee Pope is offering a new fan video for the title track in order to continue the conversation about mental health. The clip features a wide
ABC/Image Group LAAfter closing its doors to live audiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium is slowly and carefully reopening. Last week, the venue kicked off its “Live at the Ryman” hybrid concert and livestream model,
CMTThe 2020 CMT Awards will return this fall, taking place on Wednesday, October 21 at 8PM ET. The show will air across CMT, MTV, MTV2, Paramount Network, Pop & TV Land. The event, which is country music’s
ABC/Image Group LATBS has an hour-long, televised talent competition called the Go-Big Show in the works, which will follow talents like alligator trainers, monster truck drivers and stunt archers as they vie for the $100,000 prize. Jennifer
Jamie WrightMiranda Lambert has always been passionate about helping shelter pets. Now, her nonprofit Muttnation has teamed with the Waggle Foundation to help those in the music community take care of their pets during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ABC/Image Group LALuke Combs takes things all the way back to 1998 for his adorable “Lovin’ on You” music video, which imagines what things would’ve been like if the singer and his wife, Nicole, were ‘90s kids
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1991, one of country’s favorite duos were on top of the charts with their debut single, “Brand New Man.” Can you name them? ANSWER: Brooks & Dunn. By Carena LiptakCopyright © 2020, ABC
BMLG RecordsFlorida Georgia Line celebrates the kinds of nights that make life worth living in “Long Live,” their newest single. “Long live all the small towners, sunup to sundowners / That old-school Haggard and Hank / Long
Big MachineTo realize how authentic Riley Green is, all you need to do is check out the cover of his new EP, If It Wasn’t for Trucks. Hailing from Northeast Alabama, Riley was around all the trappings of country music, but he didn’t know much about
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockIn case you missed it, Sara Evans stopped by Good Morning America earlier this week to discuss her new memoir, Born to Fly. Ruston Kelly debuted his new music video for “Under the Sun” today. The
Curb RecordsIt’s been almost three years since Lee Brice last released an album, but the singer’s got big news to share: This week, he announced his fifth studio album, Hey World, which is due for release on
ABC/Image Group LADolly Parton is back on top of the charts again this week, and this time, she’s making waves on Billboard’s Christian Airplay Chart. Her duet with Zach Williams, “There Was Jesus,” hit the top spot
Warner Music NashvilleUp-and-comer Gabby Barrett undeniably took her career to the next level this summer when she dropped her debut album, Goldmine. The 12-song collection scored the highest-ever number of first-week streams for a debuting country act
Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Rock the South FestivalFor the past three seasons, Hank Williams Jr. has helmed ESPN’s “Monday Night Football” open with a football-themed twist on one of his biggest hits, “All My Rowdy Friends Are
Warner Music Nashville/SpotifyIngrid Andress tries her hand at 2020 pop hit “Don’t Start Now,” by Dua Lipa, in a new cover for Spotify Singles. She pairs that song with a new rendition of “Lady Like,” the title
ABC/Image Group LAThomas Rhett officially notched his 16th career number-one hit, as “Be a Light” ascended to the top spot on the Mediabase/Country Airplay chart this week. He’s sharing the new milestone with the song’s lengthy and
Courtesy of the Academy of Country MusicThe Academy of Country Music has revealed more presenters and performers for the upcoming 2020 ACM Awards. Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani will take the stage together during the show, performing
Comstock/ThinkstockThis “I Want Crazy” singer is turning 29 today. The five-time Grammy Award nominee is also known for other hits “Wanted” and “Somebody’s Heartbreak.” Can you name him? ANSWER: Hunter Hayes. By Cillea HoughtonCopyright © 2020, ABC Audio.
ABC/Image Group LASuperstar duo Dan + Shay are showing off a new side of their current single, “I Should Probably Go to Bed,” with a live, stripped-down version of the song. The pair recorded this version of
ABC/Image Group LA; Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty ImagesThe legend behind classics like “Ode to Billie Joe” and “Fancy” is so famously reclusive, the BBC even produced a documentary called Whatever Happened to Bobbie Gentry? several years ago. In
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCaylee Hammack will perform as part of the weekly series “ACM Wine Down Wednesday” tonight featuring a performance by and conversation with the singer. It streams on Caylee and the Academy of Country Music’s Facebook pages at
Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Stagecoach Florida Georgia Line are getting back in touch with their roots on their upcoming album. The duo of Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley are hard at work on their fifth studio project and Brian hints that while the
ABC/Randy HolmesWhen recording new music, Sam Hunt turns to a particular source before releasing it into the world — his wife, Hannah Lee Fowler. In order to maintain authenticity in his music, the singer turns to his wife for clarity,
Frank Hoensch/RedfernsKane Brown is the next artist in line for a drive-in concert. The cross-genre hitmaker is partnering with Encore Live for a one-night-only, never-before seen show that will air at more than 300 drive-in and outdoor theaters across the U.S.
Academy of Country MusicThe Academy of Country Music is rolling out the (virtual) red carpet with a week of programming on the Circle TV network, leading up to the 2020 ACM Awards. The ACM is partnering with
ABC/Image Group LAThe Grand Ole Opry will soon be graced by the presence of rising talent, along with a country music veteran. Ashley McBryde, Tenille Townes and Riley Green will perform on the Opry this Saturday, alongside 2019 inductee Mark Wills.
Comstock/Thinkstock88 years ago today, one of the most influential voices of country music was born. Not only was this performer a massive country star with hits like “Crazy” and “She’s Got You,” but she also became one
Howard BooksIt’s been nearly twenty years since Sara Evans topped the chart with her CMA Award-winning hit, “Born to Fly.” Now, the inspirational title takes wing again, as the ACM Top Female Vocalist releases her autobiography of the same name. However, the
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockAlabama’s 50th Anniversary Tour will resume in 2021, and they’ve announced that Martina McBride will join them for two back-to-back Nashville dates on July 2-3. Tickets are on sale now.Tyler Rich dropped his debut album, Two
Allen Berezovsky/Getty ImagesKane Brown and his wife, Katelyn, will be getting organized in an upcoming episode of new Netflix series Get Organized with the Home Edit. The Nashville-based company, run by co-founders Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin,
ABC/Image Group LAMickey Guyton unveiled “Without a Net” today, a new original song she recorded to appear in the upcoming documentary Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story. Mickey co-wrote the track with legendary pop songwriter Diane Warren, who
UMG NashvilleLauren Alaina released her six-song Getting Over Him collection this week. She co-wrote every track on the project, which is the follow-up to March’s Getting Good EP. Over the past couple of years, Lauren has established
ABC/Image Group LAJason Aldean may be one of country’s biggest superstars, but his date nights — or days) — out of the house are actually pretty low-key. The singer’s wife, Brittany, recently posted a selfie showing how
Big Loud RecordsNewcomer Hardy has already made a name for himself in country music, penning hits like Blake Shelton’s “God’s Country” and Morgan Wallen’s “Up Down.” Now, he’s issuing his first major statement as an an artist
Big Machine RecordsCarly Pearce made her official return today with “Next Girl,” an up-tempo power anthem that walks another woman through how to avoid the same love trap that once got the best of her. “I bet
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1990, this star released her 17th studio album, Rumor Has It. The record included her version of Bobbie Gentry’s “Fancy,” which quickly became one of her own signature tunes. Can you name her?
Warner Music NashvilleNo doubt Kenny Chesney is something of a guru to the multitude of fans that are a part of his No Shoes Nation. And with his latest hit, he’s taking it one step further, putting forward a philosophy
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockThe Charlie Daniels Brand, Inc. is partnering with Tyler Country Market to create a new line of Black Label Reserve steaks specially crafted to honor the late country legend. A portion of the proceeds will benefit
ABC/Image Group LAAfter several weeks of teasing new music on social media, Carly Pearce is finally ready to let fans in on her next musical chapter. She’s dropping a new single, “Next Girl,” on Friday. Carly tells American
ABC/Image Group LAMaren Morris continues to set records both in the country genre and on out-of-genre charts. The singer’s hit “The Bones” has reached the top spot on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart after a 40-week climb. According
Triple TigersScotty McCreery is gearing up to release a new single called “You Time,” which he’ll debut live at the Ryman on Friday. It’s the first single to be shared off a forthcoming, as-yet-unannounced new album. The
ABC/Image Group LAIn conjunction with the release of her cover of “I Will Always Love You,” Gabby Barrett hopped on a video chat with Dolly Parton recently to talk life, love and all things music with the
ABC/Image Group LABlanco Brown, the singer behind 2019’s viral “TrailerTrap” anthem “The Git Up,” suffered serious injuries in a head-on collision on Monday night. The news came in a statement from his label, BBR Music Group, which
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 2005, one of country’s leading ladies landed at the top of the charts with “Mississippi Girl.” Can you name this Magnolia State native? ANSWER: Faith Hill. By Carena LiptakCopyright © 2020, ABC Audio.
ABC/Image Group LANominees for this year’s CMA Awards were announced this week. But although the ceremony will proceed in Nashville this November, tickets won’t be available to the general public. That news came in a letter from
Mercury NashvilleIf you’ve wanted to know about Lauren Alaina‘s love life, the “Getting Good” hitmaker is ready to open up on her new EP, Getting Over Him. “This… is me remembering to love myself when someone else doesn’t…” she says candidly.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockNaomi Judd will star as the grandmother of the title character in Ruby, a Lifetime movie series centered around a young Louisiana woman whose life gets upended after learning that she has another family living in
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay, Kane Brown and Eric Church are among seven new performers just added to the bill at the 2020 ACM Awards show. Others newly added to the bill include Mickey Guyton, Florida Georgia
ABC/Image Group LALabor Day is just around the corner, and the Grand Ole Opry’s own network, Circle TV, will celebrate the holiday with a stacked lineup of country music-themed “Hard-Working Heroes.” Featured artists include Brad Paisley, Garth
Black River EntertainmentBack in March, Kelsea Ballerini dropped her third studio album, kelsea. Filled with the effervescent, pop-country sound that the singer is known for, it featured songs like “homecoming queen?,” “l.a.” and “the other girl,” her
Warner Music NashvilleGabby Barrett lends her megawatt vocals to a country classic in her new performance of Dolly Parton’s ‘I Will Always Love You,” available via Amazon Originals. The rising star says she chose to cover Dolly’s
ABC/Mark LevineIt seems like Luke Combs can do no wrong on the country charts. The upstart hitmaker just scored his ninth consecutive number-one single on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with “Lovin’ on You.” It took the
Comstock/ThinkstockTen years ago today, this “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” duo performed the final show of their farewell tour, The Last Rodeo, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. They closed the show with their chart-topping 1991 debut single, “Brand New Man.” Can
ABC/Image Group LAThe 2020 CMA Awards nominees were unveiled this week, and lots of country stars had reason to walk away thrilled. Miranda Lambert led the pack with seven nominations, Luke Combs scored his first-ever Entertainer of
ABC/Image Group LALuke Combs may be busy celebrating his six new CMA nominations — including his first for Entertainer of the Year — but that’s not all that’s going right for the man who’ll soon top the chart
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockTyler Rich is releasing his debut album, Two Thousand Miles, on Friday. The 11-track project features singles “Feels Like Home,” “The Difference” and “Leave Her Wild.” Mickey Guyton and Brandi Carlile are featured guests on actress Beth Behr‘s upcoming podcast HARMONICS. The podcast debuts on
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay had a refreshing start to the day when they woke up to the announcement that they’re nominated for four CMA Awards. The hitmaking duo of Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney are nominated for Vocal Duo of the Year,
John Russell/CMAGabby Barrett, Ingrid Andress and more are sharing heartfelt reactions to earning their first CMA Awards nominations. Gabby and Ingrid were both on the Grand Ole Opry stage when they announced the nominations for several categories, including Single of
ABC/Image Group LACarly Pearce is overwhelmed with joy following the announcement of her 2020 CMA Awards nominations. The “Every Little Thing” singer scored four nominations, including one in the coveted Song of the Year category for “I Hope You’re Happy Now,”
ABC/Image Group LALuke Combs is offering a humble thank you to his fans for his six nominations at the 2020 CMA Awards. The singer pulled double duty today, announcing some of the nominations with Carly Pearce live from the Grand
ABC/image Group LAMaren Morris is celebrating the women of country music following the announcement of the 2020 CMA Awards nominations. Maren is the third most-nominated act at the awards show, pulling in five nominations in top categories including Female Vocalist
Ryman Auditorium The Ryman Auditorium is allowing a limited capacity audience for its Live at the Ryman series. The historic Nashville venue announced today that its Friday night livestream show will now admit an in-person audience, beginning with a
ABC/Image Group LAIt’s lucky number seven for Miranda Lambert. The “Bluebird” singer picked up seven nominations at the 2020 CMA Awards, and set a record in the process. Miranda now has a total of 55 nominations, making her
Comstock/ThinkstockTwenty years ago today, this trailblazing trio became the first group in country music history to sell 10 million copies of an album, with 1998’s Wide Open Spaces. Can you name them? ANSWER: The Chicks. By Cillea HoughtonCopyright © 2020, ABC
Farm AidThe 35th annual Farm Aid is going virtual this year in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Farm Aid was co-founded in 1985 by Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp to raise awareness and money for farmers across the U.S. to remain on their
Country Music AssociationLuke Combs and Carly Pearce revealed the first contenders for the 2020 Country Music Association Awards this morning on ABC’s Good Morning America, live from Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House, with newcomers Gabby Barrett and Ingrid Andress continuing the unveiling online. Here are the
Country Music AssociationLuke Combs and Carly Pearce revealed the first contenders for the 2020 Country Music Association Awards this morning on ABC’s Good Morning America, live from Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House. Here are the initial nominees for the 54th CMA Awards, with
Matthew BerinatoJameson Rodgers is nearing the top ten with his debut single, “Some Girls,” but the Mississippi native’s made several trips to the top of the country charts already. You see, the former college baseball player co-wrote Chris Lane‘s number one,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCharlie Daniels Jr., the son of the late Charlie Daniels, is honoring his father’s legacy with a new licensing venture that will change CDB, Inc. into Charlie Daniels Brand, Inc. The re-brand includes merchandising and legacy projects that honor
Mark Horton/WireImageBrad Paisley will soon be sitting in the host seat on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Since going on hiatus in early June, host Jimmy Kimmel has invited several celebrity guest hosts to fill his spot. The country hitmaker has been
Jason Kempin/Getty ImagesIn case you were wondering and/or concerned, no, Kid Rock and Loretta Lynn didn’t actually get married. Over the weekend, the “Bawitdaba” rocker and the country icon both attended a vow renewal ceremony held by
ABC/Image Group LALuke Combs is giving fans a taste of a heartfelt new song he’s working on. On Sunday, the country superstar shared a snippet of a new song called “Forever After All.” The lyrics tell a romantic
BMLG RecordsRiley Green is offering fans an up-close and personal look at his hometown via a new YouTube Live show, The Golden Saw Series. The four-part series sees the singer traveling throughout his hometown of Jacksonville, Alabama. The show’s
ABC/Image Group LAKelsea Ballerini paints a technicolor dream in the video for her song, “hole in the bottle.” The video begins in black and white, with Kelsea starring as a 1920s starlet decked out in a flapper dress and feather boa,
ABC/Mark LevineTim McGraw is one of the many stars expressing sorrow over the death of actor Chadwick Boseman. Known for his starring roles in films Black Panther, 42 and Marshall, Boseman passed away on August 28 at the age of 43 after a battle
Matthew BerinatoChris Young is lending his support to the Boys & Girls Club of America. The “Raised on Country” singer will headline the Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee’s virtual Great Future Gala in October. In addition to a concert
Country Music Hall of FameThe Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has a “big night” in store. The Nashville-based institution is hosting an all-star virtual fundraiser, BIG NIGHT (At the Museum), that features a variety of artists
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1990, a neo-traditional country legend released his sixth studio album, an all-star duets project called Heroes & Friends. It would become his fifth consecutive number-one album. Do you know who he is? ANSWER:
Capitol NashvilleFor Keith Urban, performing onstage hasn’t just been a way to make a living, it’s been a way of life. So not being able to play in front of live audiences because of the COVID-19 pandemic has
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockBrett Eldredge recently premiered the music video for “Sunday Drive,” the title track of his latest album. It was shot in the singer’s hometown of Paris, Illinois. Jon Pardi has unveiled a new “Western version” of
David BergmanThe Country Music Association is ready to unveil its list of 2020 nominees, and it’s enlisting Luke Combs and Carly Pearce to help share the exciting news. The two rising acts will reveal this year’s nominees
Big Loud RecordsYou can’t always judge a book by his cover — but you can certainly judge a country boy by his set of wheels. That’s the premise behind Hardy’s new song, “Truck,” an ode to all
Courtesy of Tanya TuckerEarlier this summer, Tanya Tucker shared the sad news that she would be postponing her headlining CMT Next Women of Country: Bring My Flowers Now Tour as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. However,
Jeremy Cowart/Shauna Dodds & Sarah Dodds/Backstage Design StudioGranger Smith boils life down to its essentials on “Country Things,” the just-released title track of a new double album he’s got in the works. The first half of that
Joseph LlanesJust hours after revealing the track list for her upcoming Christmas project, My Gift, Carrie Underwood is giving fans a first listen into the festive new collection. She released “Let There Be Peace,” the third track
UMG Nashville“Crazyland” is a bar populated by the lost, lonely and heartbroken, and in Eric Church’s new tune, he joins that mournful group. “That’s Sad in the corner with his heart on his sleeve / Talking to
Comstock/ThinkstockThe Canadian superstar sometimes known as “The Queen of Country Pop” is celebrating her 55th birthday today. Her third project, Come on Over, became the best-selling studio album by a female artist of all time after she
Capitol Records NashvilleBetween a rollicking banjo line and a chorus fast-paced enough to cause whiplash, Keith Urban’s “Tumbleweed” is a giddy and upbeat ride from start to finish. In the song, a free-spirited girl catches Keith’s eye.
Daniel MeigsAshley McBryde famously dubbed herself a “Girl Goin’ Nowhere” after a high school teacher predicted her musical dreams would never come true. Now, with widespread acclaim and multiple awards to her credit — including the CMA New Artist
Burke/Triolo Prorudctions/ThinkstockRussell Dickerson provides some country flair as the featured guest on Swedish singer-songwriter Clara Mae’s new tune, “Alright.” After previously sharing “Skeletons,” the title track of their next album, Brothers Osborne revealed an acoustic version of
ABC/Image Group LARussell Dickerson and his wife, Kailey, are counting down the months until they welcome their baby boy this fall. And though the singer says he’s “freaking out in the best way” about the new addition
Big Loud RecordsIt’s been an unconventional journey for Morgan Wallen’s “7 Summers,” a song that the singer didn’t always know if he was going to release. After he tested it on social media and realized what an
ABC/Image Group LAIngrid Andress, Jordan Davis and Steve Wariner will share the Grand Ole Opry’s Saturday night bill this weekend. It’ll be the second time in recent weeks that Ingrid and Jordan have appeared in the spotlight
Mercury NashvilleIt’s been a while since Chris Stapleton fans got new music from the singer, but that all changed this week when he dropped “Starting Over.” An upbeat, acoustic guitar-heavy ode to optimism and new beginnings, it
ABC/Image Group LAAshley McBryde’s recent single has earned her a new piece of hardware. “One Night Standards,” off of her sophomore album, Never Will, earned RIAA Gold certification in the U.S. and Canada this week. The achievement
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1990, one of country’s biggest superstars dropped his second studio album, No Fences. By 2020, he’d released a total of 22 studio albums, but this one is still his best-seller, with 17 million
Capitol Records NashvilleWe may still be in the middle of a heatwave, but Carrie Underwood got fans in the holiday spirit this week when she revealed the track list for her upcoming Christmas album, My Gift. The
Photo Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.At a time when society can often seem more divided than ever, Garth Brooks wants to bring us together. Nearly thirty years after releasing his anthem, “We Shall Be Free,” it’s an inclusive message Garth still
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockSongwriter Luke Laird, who’s written hits for the likes of Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney and Carrie Underwood, will release an album of his own on September 18. The project is titled Music Row; the leading track
ABC/Chris HolloDierks Bentley, Morgan Wallen and rapper Bun B are joining the “South” quadrant of Tito’s virtual Made to Order Music Festival, an event taking place across four dates throughout the fall with names corresponding to the
Riser House Entertainment/Columbia NashvilleMitchell Tenpenny distills the storyline of his “Broken Up” song into a three-minute mini-movie in the music video for the tune. It’s a high-drama clip that features a real-life couple as the actors living
Triple 8 MgmtAfter first rescheduling his May 2020 tour stops in the U.K. and Ireland to October, Scotty McCreery has now postponed the shows until next year. The scheduling change is due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Joseph LlanesThis fall, Carrie Underwood will star in the 2020 show open for NBC’s Sunday Night Football for the eighth consecutive year. But this time around, the show will also feature a special behind-the-scenes look into the
ABC/Image Group LALast month, Reba McEntire treated fans to the YouTube streaming premiere of her first-ever televised concert special, which was filmed in 1994. Now, she’s back with another selection from the archives: On Friday, Reba will
BMLG RecordsRiley Green is forging ahead with his next musical chapter. The singer has set a release date for If It Wasn’t for Trucks, an EP that he says is a first look into the music he’s
ABC/Gavin BondLuke Bryan is set to make a guest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Wednesday night, thanks to a special request from singer-songwriter Jason Derulo. Jason’s currently filling in while show host Jimmy Kimmel is out
Comstock/ThinkstockBrian Kelley, one half of this hitmaking duo, turns 35 today. In addition to their smash debut hit “Cruise,” the twosome is also known for songs like “H.O.L.Y.,” “This Is How We Roll,” “May We All” and
Courtesy of the Academy of Country MusicThe Academy of Country Music has announced the first round of artists scheduled to perform during this year’s ACM Awards ceremony. Performances will take place across three iconic Nashville stages. Tim
MCA Nashville The men of country music — namely Chris Janson, Randy Travis, Kris Kristofferson and John Anderson — are on full display on Josh Turner‘s new Country State of Mind album. But the South Carolina native was dead set on paying tribute to country’s greatest women
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockLanco member Eric Steedly married photographer Jennifer Wardwell in Nashville on Sunday. His bandmates Brandon Lancaster, Tripp Howell, Chandler Baldwin and Jared Hampton served as groomsmen. The Avett Brothers have released a new single, “Back Into the Light.” It’s featured on their new album, The Third Gleam, that will be
Country Music Hall of FameThe Country Music Hall of Fame is readying to open its doors to the public next month. The Nashville-based institution has announced that its galleries will be open to the public beginning on
ABC/Randy HolmesSam Hunt is heading to Red Rocks for a special concert that fans will be able to watch virtually. The “Body Like a Back Road” hitmaker is the lone country headliner for the Colorado-based venue’s upcoming high-tech
ANTI- RecordsWynonna Judd is releasing an EP this year. The singer, known as one-half of the legendary country duo The Judds alongside her mother, Naomi Judd, is returning to the country music world with her upcoming EP, Recollections. The five-song collection finds
Disney Channel/Chris HolloMickey Guyton and her husband Grant Savoy are expecting their first child. The country star announced on social media today that she is pregnant. Mickey shared the news alongside a photo of a white box that inside contains an image of
ABC/Image Group LAFor the first time in history, the ACM Awards will take place virtually, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Academy of Country Music shared in an Instagram post on Monday that the 55th annual ceremony will be
Big Machine RecordsMidland has committed their live show from the famed Palomino Club to vinyl for Record Store Day. The one-night-only concert, titled Midland’s LIVE at the Palomino, was recorded at the famed country music club in Los Angeles in
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1979, this country and Southern rock band collected a number-one single with the legendary “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.” Can you name the group? ANSWER: The Charlie Daniels Band. By Cillea HoughtonCopyright © 2020,
ABC/Image Group LAChris Stapleton appears to have a new project on the horizon. On Monday, the Grammy-winning singer stirred fans’ suspicions by wiping his Instagram account clean, leaving behind only a mysterious video that appears to point to a new song or album.
Cody VillalobosIs there anything more quintessentially country than a drinking song inspired by your mama? In any case, it’s a feat Justin Moore‘s accomplished, as “Why We Drink” becomes his ninth number-one hit. It all started one evening as
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockLainey Wilson‘s song “Small Town, Girl” was featured in the season three finale of the TV series Yellowstone on Sunday night. The Oak Ridge Boys will perform the national anthem at The World’s Championship Horse Show during the Kentucky State
Robby KleinCountry music is making waves on the Billboard Hot 100 with the help of Gabby Barrett and Morgan Wallen. This week, Gabby’s smash debut single, “I Hope,” officially cracked the top 10 on the all-genre chart by ascending from number 11
ABC/Image Group LAJason Aldean is throwing an all-star virtual concert to bid adieu to summer. The 2019 ACM Artist of the Decade recipient is partnering with Corona and Live Nation to throw a backyard beach-themed party on Friday. Jason
Sony Music NashvilleKane Brown is racking up the numbers with his new EP, Mixtape Vol. 1. The platinum-selling singer’s latest project has debuted at #2 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, marking the highest-selling country EP debut so far this
Cody VillalobosJustin Moore has a reason to raise a glass. The singer has scored his ninth number-one single with “Why We Drink.” It’s the second chart-topper off his latest album, Late Nights and Long Necks, following “The Ones That Didn’t Make
ABC/Image Group LAMorgan Wallen has created a mini-Hallmark movie in the video for his new single, “More Than My Hometown.” Released today, the clip tells the classic tale of a small-town couple as one goes off to follow her dreams in the city while
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for CMTWhile touring the world with Carrie Underwood on her Cry Pretty Tour 360 last year, opening act Maddie & Tae picked up some valuable lessons from their superstar mentor. Maddie Marlow reveals that she’s gained confidence over the past
Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyGarth Brooks has an innovative idea for his post-pandemic live shows. In a recent Facebook video, Garth revealed he has big plans for when it’s safe to return to hosting his stadium shows,
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1999, a singer named Chris Gaines released his pop single, “Lost in You.” The catch? Chris wasn’t a real person at all, but rather the alter-ego of a country superstar. Can you name
ABC/Image Group LAThomas Rhett heads to “Mamaw’s House” in a new song co-written with Morgan Wallen. Over the past several months, Thomas has made a habit of sharing unreleased songs via acoustic performances on Instagram. Over the weekend, he debuted another
ABC/Image Group LAMaren Morris and Ryan Hurd welcomed their first child, a son named Hayes Andrew, near the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in March. Though Maren’s been candid about her postpartum depression and the struggles of having a baby during one
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockJimmie Allen will deliver a performance at a drive-in show hosted by the Mid Atlantic Event Group. He’ll take the stage on September 5 in Langhorne, Pennsylvania; tickets are available now. Following the release of his
ABC/Image Group LAAfter the birth of her son, Maren Morris struggled with postpartum depression. Now, she’s opening up about that experience as part of Little Spoon’s “Is This Normal?” campaign. “Postpartum depression is REAL, and I had
Paso Fino RecordsIt may not pay to be a nice guy, but at least you can count on your friends. Brad Paisley, Maddie & Tae and Charles Esten are just a few of the stars who make
Mercury NashvilleLauren Alaina recruits Jon Pardi to join her on “Getting Over Him,” the just-released title track off her new EP. Fun-loving and full of swagger, the tune is all about how a fling can ease post-breakup
Big Loud RecordsHardy takes a roundabout route to romance in “Boyfriend,” the newest tune to be released off his forthcoming debut album. In the song, he lists all the reasons why he wants to change his relationship
ABC/Image GroupEver since Carly Pearce announced that she was splitting from her husband, Michael Ray, the singer has been hinting that she’s been hard at work on new music. This week, she posted a cryptic clue on
ABC/Image Group LAAhead of the October release of her holiday album, A Holly Dolly Christmas, Dolly Parton has shared the project’s tender final track. “Mary, Did You Know?” is an intimate conversation with Jesus’ mother, centered around
Comstock/ThinkstockToday would have been the 82nd birthday of a cross-genre superstar who died this March. This Texas native was a Country Music Hall of Famer known both for his legendary solo work and unforgettable collaborations with superstars
ABC/Image Group LAJust four weeks before Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and his wife, Hayley, are expecting to welcome their third child, the singer has been sidelined by an injury. He updated fans on his condition Friday morning. “My
Big MachineToday, Tim McGraw‘s first solo album in nearly five years, Here on Earth, arrives. But, save for one phone call, Tim might be practicing law in Louisiana, having never followed his musical dreams. You see, Tim’s mother Betty missed her
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockDarius Rucker makes a cameo in Joel Crouse’s new music video for “On My Way,” a tender meditation on personal low points and the importance of reaching out and staying connected. Actor Lucy Hale also makes
ABC/Image Group LACountry superstar, American Idol judge and now…underwear model? Luke Bryan proves he can do it all in a new commercial for Jockey brand underwear, also starring his wife Caroline. In the clip, Caroline brings Luke
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will reunite this fall to step into the circle at the Grand Ole Opry. The two artists will take the stage on September 5, marking the Opry’s 4,941st consecutive Saturday-night
Danielle Del Valle/Getty ImagesParker McCollum has tested positive for COVID-19. The singer shared his diagnosis with fans on social media, explaining that he’s canceling two upcoming shows in Kansas and Oklahoma as a result. “After several months
ABC/Image Group LASeattle-based singer Anita White, who has performed under the moniker Lady A for decades, has been open about her objections to the country trio formerly known as Lady Antebellum’s name change. The band dropped “Antebellum”
Courtesy The Jimmy Carter Presidential LibraryGarth Brooks, Willie Nelson and Trisha Yearwood are just a few of the artists slated to give interviews in a new tribute film highlighting President Jimmy Carter’s unique relationship with music. Called
Zach BroseKane Brown delivers steamy, late-summer retro vibes in the music video for “Be Like That,” his collaboration with Khalid and Swae Lee. Filmed at a 1940s-era motel in Sun Valley, California, the clip shows the three
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2012, this brother duo known for hit songs like “It Ain’t My Fault” and “Stay a Little Longer” signed a record deal with EMI Records Nashville. Can you name the singers? ANSWER: Brothers Osborne. By
Courtesy of the Academy of Country MusicTenille Townes and Riley Green are officially the New Female Artist of the Year and New Male Artist of the Year at the 2020 ACM Awards. They’re the first winners to
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockMickey Guyton is a featured guest in Laura Bell Bundy‘s new song and video, “Get It Girl, You Go,” honoring the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment. The video also stars Ingrid Michaelson, actress Brittany Snow, Saturday Night
ABC In an ever-changing world, American Idol is staying as much the same as it can, with Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry all set to return for their fourth season of the hit ABC show. Ryan Seacrest continues as host. But, with the ongoing COVID-19
Big Machine RecordsThough Tim McGraw didn’t enter the recording studio with the title of his new album Here on Earth in mind, he did have a concept of how he wanted the music to make people feel. Tim was looking for “little vignettes along
ABC/Image Group LALike many artists, Thomas Rhett has spent 2020 off the road as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, but his wife Lauren Akins reveals that he’s adapting well to the new way of life. In an interview with People, Lauren shares that
ABC/Image Group LAMaddie & Tae have set a new record on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with “Die From a Broken Heart.” When “Broken Heart” hit number one this week after 54 weeks, it marked the longest summit to the top
ABC/Image Group LAEli Young Band are reimagining their song “Saltwater Gospel” with a special guest, and they’re asking fans on social media to guess who it is. Yesterday, the group revealed via Instagram that they’ll be releasing a
Sparrow Records/Capitol RecordsThomas Rhett and Florida Georgia Line are teaming up with Christian artist Chris Tomlin for a set of performances of their new song, “Thank You Lord.” Chris will make his debut on both the Late Late Show With James Corden and the Today show
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2003, this Arizona native’s self-titled debut album was released. It features his debut number-one single “What Was I Thinkin’,” along with “How Am I Doin’” and “My Last Name.” Can you name him?
ABC/Eric McCandlessThe American Idol judges’ panel is staying the same. Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan are all returning for a fourth season of the reality competition show on ABC. Ryan Seacrest will also return as
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockThe Cadillac Three have partnered with popular Nashville music venue The Basement for live concert series Country Fuzz Presents Live from the Basement now through September. Proceeds from ticket sales will go toward Second Harvest Food Bank, with the goal
NetflixFans have grown to love Jay DeMarcus as one-third of Rascal Flatts. Now, with his Netflix reality show DeMarcus Family Rules, you’ll get to know him better, along with wife Allison and their two kids, 9-year-old Madeline and 8-year-old Dylan. The show grew out of the couple’s appearances on
Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumTim McGraw and Faith Hill had a special family album release party in honor of Tim’s new album, Here on Earth. Monday evening, Faith revealed on Instagram that she and the couple’s three
ABC/Image Group LAThere’s now a mural in Nashville dedicated to Dolly Parton and her support for Black Lives Matter. Last week, local artist Kim Radford completed a massive painting of the music icon on a wall of the East Nashville music venue The
ABC/Image Group LAIn her new book, Live in Love: Growing Together Through Life’s Changes, Lauren Akins offers an all-encompassing look at her life with husband Thomas Rhett, including the struggles they’ve overcome in their eight-year marriage. One of those struggles came
Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesThe Chicks are part of former President Barack Obama‘s esteemed summer playlist. Obama selected “Gaslighter,” the title track to the Grammy-winning country trio’s latest album, as one of his favorite songs of the summer. The Chicks are among
Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyGarth Brooks continues to collect diamonds. The legendary star learned the news earlier this week that his 1993 album, In Pieces, has been Diamond certified by the RIAA, signifying sales of more than 10
Sony Music NashvilleLuke Combs is delivering more new music to his fans. The superstar singer is set to release a deluxe edition of his sophomore album What You See Is What You Get this fall. On the album, with the revised
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1977, the singer known as the King of Rock and Roll was laid to rest at his famed home of Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, two days after his death. Chet Atkins and Sammy Davis Jr. were among
Trae Patton/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty ImagesIt was The Voice versus American Idol on Monday when Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan became tangled up in a brief but hilarious war of words about their music. Shelton cast the first stone when he doctored a news
Broken BowIf you’re watching the country chart, you know that the war for number one has zeroed in on LOCASH and Chris Janson lately. The interesting thing is, they’re the best of friends — co-writing hits together like Tim McGraw‘s “Truck Yeah” and
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCarrie Underwood virtually surprised Dutch country artist Ilse DeLange with the 2020 CMA Jeff Walker Global Country Artist Award last week during Ilse’s appearance on German TV show Volle Kanne. Southern rock group the Allman Brothers Band are releasing a two-disc live concert CD from their
Universal Music Group Nashville Luke Bryan has landed in the top 10 on the all-genre Billboard 200 album chart. The country superstar’s new album, Born Here Live Here Die Here, bowed at #5 with 65,000 equivalent album units, 48,000 of
Big Machine RecordsTim McGraw is adding another element to his livestream event celebrating the release of his new album Here on Earth. Leading up to the Here on Earth EXPERIENCE, Tim will shine a spotlight on opening acts Ingrid Andress and Midland, both
John Shearer/WireImageReese Witherspoon is producing a new country music talent show competition for Apple TV. Reese’s media and production company, Hello Sunshine, are behind an upcoming series called My Kind of Country that involves a worldwide search for aspiring country music
ABC/Image Group LAMaddie & Tae‘s “broken heart” has been mended. The duo of Maddie Marlow and Taylor Dye have reached number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with their song, “Die from a Broken Heart.” Released in 2019, the poignant ballad follows the conversation of a
BBR Music Group LoCash is helping their fans explore the great outdoors. The hitmaking duo has partnered with MTN Dew for its Claim the Outdoors campaign aimed to get fans back outdoors after months of quarantine. Based on a survey MTN
ABC/Image Group LAGabby Barrett and husband Cade Foehner are expecting their first child. The couple, who met as contestants on season 16 of American Idol in 2018, disclosed to People that they’re expecting a daughter in early 2021. They found out the news while visiting
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 2012, a country duo debuted their song, “Cruise,” on the Grand Ole Opry stage. It would go on to become the group’s biggest hit to date, launching them into superstardom. Can you name
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban has lifted the veil on the collaborators featured on his upcoming album, The Speed of Now Part 1. After causing a stir among his fan base when he posted the album track list on social
Warner Music NashvileA tune called “I Got a Truck” isn’t the first thing you’d expect from a California-born singer/songwriter with a heavy metal background. And while Devin Dawson admits the first single from his sophomore album may be a
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockJake Owen and lifestyle brand Salt Life have teamed up for a special edition t-shirt featuring the Jake Owen Foundation. Sales will benefit a host of youth-focused charities and organizations, such as St. Jude Children’s Research
The Valory Music Co.Justin Moore has always wanted to put out a live album. Now, he’ll finally get the chance, with this fall’s release of Live at the Ryman. “We had the chance to record our Ryman
ABC/Image Group LALindsay Ell’s brand-new album, heart theory, is a step-by-step journey through the stages of grief and loss. Many of the songs are about the dissolution of romantic relationships, but one, “make you,” tells her personal
Verge RecordsTrace Adkins announced his next musical chapter in style today with the release of party anthem “Just the Way We Do It,” a loud-and-proud tribute to kicking back, country style. “Well, that’s all right, get ya
ABC/Image Group LAUSA Today revealed its list of “100 Women of the Century” this week, and country superstar and Dolly Parton is among the honorees. The list recognizes not only Dolly’s sizeable achievements as a pop culture icon
Capitol Records NashvilleJon Pardi fans are in for a surprise: The singer dropped his new Rancho Fiesta Sessions EP today, an eight-track collection of songs pulled from his favorite artists’ discographies. “All of these covers are of
Warner Music NashvilleDevin Dawson may have written his brand-new single, “I Got a Truck,” solo, but he had a little extra help from an inspiring conversation with none other than country hitmaker Tim McGraw. Back in 2018,
Big Loud RecordsMorgan Wallen tells the sentimental story of a long-lost love in “7 Summers.” The new tune thinks back on a relationship that feels like only yesterday, even though it ended several years ago. The singer
Comstock/ThinkstockThirteen years ago today, one of country’s biggest superstars dropped his debut album, I’ll Stay Me. It included the debut single “All My Friends Say,” which became a top-five country hit and even enjoyed some success on
Robin HarperThe Chicks will represent the country contingent at the 2020 Democratic National Convention, as part of a star-studded lineup that will air over the four-day event later this month. Other scheduled acts set to appear include
Alex HarbaughShania Twain’s set to celebrate the 25th anniversary of her breakthrough album, The Woman in Me, by putting out the Diamond Edition of the record that put her on the map on October 2. The pop/country icon made the
Matthew BerinatoAs Kane Brown‘s Mixtape Vol. 1 arrives today, it’s more than just the precursor to his full-length third album. With non-country guests like Swae Lee, Khalid, and John Legend, it’s his most diverse collection yet, and very likely the most accurate representation
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockBlake Shelton’s Ole Red bar franchise is launching a “Battle of the Bands” competition series on August 19. The fan-voted weekly event will take place across all four locations, and the winner will receive a monetary
Warner Music Nashville/Academy of Country MusicIt’s been four decades since Willie Nelson released his classic “On the Road Again,” but during the COVID-19 pandemic, when touring artists are stuck at home, its lyrics feel more timely than
Phylicia J. L. Munn Mickey Guyton has been building momentum over the course of 2020 with songs like “Black Like Me,” “Heaven Down Here” and “What Are You Gonna Tell Her?” Now, the singer is ready to
Erika Goldring/Getty ImagesLee Brice is the headlining act for America’s Farmers #FarmOn Benefit Concert, a virtual event scheduled to take place at 7PM CT on August 27. Spearheaded by the agricultural community’s Farm Journal and Syngenta and
ABC/Image Group LA2020 has brought a rejuvenated push for equality, with nationwide protests in response to the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and others, and a renewed momentum behind the Civil Rights movement. That social climate
ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan’s son, Tate, turned 10 years old this week, and his family celebrated the occasion with an unforgettable surprise. Luke posted a video of the special moment on social media, beginning with a shot
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1973, a country legend released her 23rd studio album, Love is the Foundation. It topped the country charts, and the album’s title track also became a number-one hit. Can you name this artist?
ABC/Mark LevineEarlier this week, fans took to Twitter to alert Blake Shelton about some confusion surrounding his canceled 2020 Friends and Heroes Tour Dates. Apparently, some people who’d bought tickets to now-canceled shows in five cities —
Broken BowLindsay Ell‘s sophomore album, heart theory, arrives Friday, and the co-writer of her latest single, Kane Brown, had his own theory about what might be missing in her repertoire. “I basically just said, ‘You need to have that bad girl
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockJimmie Allen will stop by the 8:00 a.m. hour of NBC’s Today on Friday. He’ll perform “Why Things Happen” and “Freedom Was a Highway,” two of the tracks off his Bettie James EP. Singer-songwriter Hayes Carll
ABC/Image Group LAEmotionally, mentally and financially, 2020 has been a tough year for everybody. So when Blake Shelton heard that some of his fans were still waiting on their refunds for canceled concert dates, he began taking
ABC/Image Group LAThis Friday, RaeLynn drops her new EP Baytown. It’s her first since signing to Round Here Records, the label that’s the brainchild of Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley. Given the bias that
ABC/Image Group LABreak out the hot cocoa and deck the halls: Dolly Parton’s got a Christmas album coming. The superstar singer unveiled all the details of her new project this week, which is called A Holly Dolly
ABCLuke Bryan has been friends with superstar trio Lady A for well over a decade, with the two acts even touring together back in 2012. But he struggled to find the right words when asked to weigh
Brett Carlsen/Getty Images for YouTubeIt’s been quite a while since Devin Dawson fans got new music, but the “All on Me” hitmaker is about to change that: He’s planning to drop a new song, “I’ve Got a
ABC/Image Group LABrothers Osborne are going live for a good cause. The superstar brother duo will play a free livestream show on Friday, August 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET on YouTube. Called Brothers Osborne: Let’s Play Live,
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1989, this 90s country icon, known for such hits as “Blame It On Your Heart” and “Lonely Too Long,” earned her first number-one single with “Timber, I’m Falling In Love.” Can you guess who it
Courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumThe Country Music Hall of Fame announced its 2020 class of inductees on Wednesday, and the three legends who made the cut are Hank Williams Jr., Marty Stuart
CMA/Country Music Hall of FameHank Williams Jr., Marty Stuart and singer/songwriter Dean Dillon will be the 2020 inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Hank Jr., of course, is the son of country legend Hank Williams, and went on
Burke/Triolo/ThinkstockGrand Ole Opry star Jeannie Seely will be the special guest on the upcoming edition of Change the Conversation’s Tales of a Trailblazer, Stepping Up and Speaking Out via Zoom on August 18 at 6 p.m. ET. Up-and-coming artist Alyssa Trahan has
Big MachineFor Tim McGraw, “I Called Mama” is much more than just his latest top ten hit. It’s a tribute his mother Betty. “My mom, she… found out she was pregnant with me her senior year in high school,
ABC/Image Group LALuke Combs is living the high life following his wedding to wife Nicole. The country superstar shared another memory from their recent nuptials on Instagram in the form of a stunning shot showing the couple on the beach at sunset,
ABLE x Lauren AkinsLauren Akins is stepping into the world of fashion. The author and philanthropist has partnered with fashion brand ABLE to create a new line of handbags called ABLE x Lauren Akins. The limited edition collection features
ABC/Image Group LAMorgan Wallen surprised fans with the news that he became a dad last month, and the singer says the new role has “changed” him. Morgan and his ex, KT Smith, welcomed son Indigo Wilder on July 11. In an
BBR Music GroupLindsay Ell will ring in the arrival of her new album, heart theory, with a 24-hour livestream event this week. Beginning on Thursday at 12 p.m. ET, Lindsay will host an all-day virtual event featuring performances, special guests
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay have announced new dates for The (Arena) Tour in 2021. The 31-date tour is slated to kick off on September 9 in Greensboro, North Carolina at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. It’ll then
Jason Kempin/Getty ImagesLast week in an interview with Extra TV, Kane Brown revealed that he recently got lost on his 30-acre property in Tennessee. He’s since provided more insight into the matter, sharing that what he thought would be a 30-minute excursion
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2001, this country superstar and The Voice judge scored his first number-one country single with “Austin.” Can you guess who it is? ANSWER: Blake Shelton. By Cillea HoughtonCopyright © 2020, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
ABC/Image Group LAChris Janson extends his run at the top of the chart, as “Done” spends its second week at number one on Billboard‘s Country Airplay ranking. The Missouri native’s latest hit was inspired by his wife, who also
Burke/Triolo/ThinkstockA Thousand Horses have officially released their first single in three years, “A Song to Remember,” to country radio. It’s featured on the group’s upcoming album, Let the Band Play On. Americana and bluegrass festival MerleFest will take place
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan doesn’t want to be a “sacrificial lamb” when it comes to performing live shows during a pandemic. Like countless other artists, Luke’s cancelled or postponed many live shows scheduled for this year, including his annual
ABC/Image Group LADolly Parton is adding her signature flair to the culinary world as part of Williams Sonoma’s 2020 lineup of celebrity-designed spatulas. Dolly is one of 10 celebrities who has created a special spatula and accompanying tea towel to
Warner Music NashvilleWillie Nelson is teaming up with a group of up-and-coming country artists for a special rendition of “On the Road Again.” Through the Academy of Country Music’s charitable arm, ACM Lifting Lives, the country legend has recorded a
ABC/Mark LevineSeveral country stars are participating in the MusiCares Charity Relief Auction to support musicians in need. Blake Shelton, Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett are among the many artists donating special items to the auction, conducted by Julien’s Auctions, with proceeds going toward MusiCares’ mission
RCA NashvilleKane Brown will release his new EP Mixtape Vol. 1 this Friday, August 14. The seven-track compilation features previously shared tracks “Cool Again,” which has cracked the top 10 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. It also includes “Worldwide Beautiful” and
Comstock/ThinkstockEleven years ago on this date, a superstar duo rocked the country genre by announcing they were calling it quits. After some years apart and some solo projects, they reunited in 2015 for a Las Vegas residency
Sony Music NashvilleChris Young has found a new way to give back. The “Tomorrow” hitmaker has partnered with social media app Triller to be a part of the Pay It Forward challenge that’s centered around promoting kindness. Inspired
ABC/Image Group LA2020 was off to an epic start for Dan + Shay. In late January, they picked up their second Grammy, and kicked off The (Arena) Tour about a month later. On the personal side, Dan Smyers and wife Abby had just bought
Burke/Triolo/ThinkstockEric Paslay dropped his new song, “Nice Guy,” last week. It’s the title track of his forthcoming album, which is due out on August 14. Caylee Hammack released “Forged in the Fire,” a song inspired by a
ABC/Mark LevineA group of healthcare workers got an unforgettable surprise last week, when Thomas Rhett offered up an exclusive virtual performance as a well-earned thanks for their work on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thomas’ gratitude
John ShearerCassadee Pope unveiled Rise and Shine this week, an eight-track acoustic album that she hopes will offer listeners an opportunity for self-reflection. “Rise and Shine is a record that is meant to help people navigate their
Warner Music NashvilleTucker Beathard grapples with the loss of his younger brother, Clay, in the gut-wrenching “I Ain’t Without You.” Clay died in December of 2019 at the age of 22, after a stabbing altercation that took
RCA RecordsWhat started as a series of mysterious, cat-centric posts on social media has become something very real, and very strange: Old Dominion dropped the “Meow Mix” version of their self-titled third album this week. Yes, that
