BB Gun PressLuke Combs has shared a new EP that puts a stripped-down spin on two of the songs from his hit-packed sophomore album, What You See is What You Get. The new project, called The Writer’s Cut, comes with
ABC / Image Group LAGarth Brooks has notched yet another live show attendance record. The country superstar has sold 74,000 tickets for his upcoming Charlotte, NC Stadium Tour stop at Bank of America Stadium, which represents the venue’s
ABC / Piper FergusonKelsea Ballerini, Dan + Shay and Blanco Brown will represent the country genre in the lineup for the West Coast celebration portion of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020. Kelsea, Blanco and Dan + Shay join a
Monument RecordsFrom his quirky musical style to his creative approach to connecting with fans, Walker Hayes has never been afraid to think outside of the box. Now, just in time for the holidays, he’s back with his third 8Tracks installment of
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 1998, this singer who is “Always on My Mind” was one of the honorees at the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C. Can you guess who it is? ANSWER: Willie Nelson. Copyright ©
BBR Music GroupDustin Lynch has shared more details about his fourth studio album, Tullahoma, which is due out in mid-January. The country star has revealed the full track listing for the project, which includes the current Top 5 radio
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay will provide the entertainment at the 2020 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic, an outdoor match up between the Nashville Predators and the Dallas Stars that’ll take place outdoors on New Year’s Day at
Big MachineIf you dive into Lady Antebellum‘s new album, Ocean, you’ll find a collaboration with the trio’s fellow CMA Vocal Group of the Year winners, Little Big Town. “The Thing That Wrecks You” was co-written by up-and-coming female vocalist Tenille Townes. Lady
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockRaeLynn‘s music video for her new single, “Bra Off,” premieres today. It will make its debut on the Viacom billboards in New York’s Times Square at 6 a.m. ET. Justin Moore will host the 2020 St. Jude Golf Classic
ABC/Mark LevineBrett Eldredge has booked another holiday gig. The country crooner is set to perform on the Today show on December 16, scoring three time slots at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. This follows his set during the Christmas in Rockefeller
ABC/Randy HolmesDarius Rucker is heading to the race track. The star is set to headline a concert before the 2020 Daytona 500 race. Titled the “Great American Race,” the event marks the beginning of NASCAR’s 2020 season. Darius will
ABC/Image Group LAThomas Rhett, Lady Antebellum and Florida Georgia Line are among the country stars supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital‘s third annual “This Shirt Saves Lives” campaign, launching today. The campaign features a variety of celebrities donning a charcoal gray shirt
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban has released his new original Christmas song, “I’ll Be Your Santa Tonight.” The classy video for the song casts Keith in a winter wonderland, playing piano and guitar amongst a sparkling Christmas display of festive trees
ABC/Mark LevineThe Trailblazer Country Music and Camping Festival will bring superstar acts Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley and Thomas Rhett to the mountains of New York in 2020. The rebranded event, which used to be Taste of Country Music Festival, will set up shop
ABC/Mark LevineThomas Rhett‘s made no secret he’s a huge fan of pop music, and with his contemporaries like Maren Morris, Kelsea Ballerini, and Dan + Shay crossing over, he confirms it’s just a matter of time until he dips his toes
John Shearer/Getty Images via ABCBlake Shelton and Gwen Stefani tell their story in a new song. The superstar couple sing a duet called “Nobody but You” on Blake’s upcoming album, Fully Loaded: God’s Country. The track was written by top Nashville songwriters Shane
ABC/Mark LevineIt turns out Brad Paisley is pretty special. The country hitmaker raked in 6.3 million viewers Wednesday night with Brad Paisley Thinks He’s Special, his variety show starring Carrie Underwood, the Jonas Brothers, Kelsea Ballerini, Hootie & The Blowfish, former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning and more. The
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1978, the Charlie Daniels Band recorded the song that would become their biggest mainstream hit. Can you guess what song it was? ANSWER: “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All
Virginia Sherwood/NBCThe holiday season in New York City officially got underway Wednesday with NBC’s lighting of the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, with Brett Eldredge among others providing the soundtrack. Eldredge, who marked his third straight Christmas at Rockefeller Center appearance,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockThe Eli Young Band take a walk down memory lane in their new music video for “Break It In,” spanning everything from career milestones like winning their first ACM Award to personal highlights, such as getting married. Walker
ABC/Image Group LAChris Stapleton has notched a new career milestone. Billboard reports the country superstar’s most recent batch of live shows have pushed him to a whopping 2,041,783 tickets sold over the course of his career. Chris tops the Hot
ABC/Image Group LAChris Stapleton, Martina McBride and “Whisperin’” Bill Anderson will each get their own exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville in 2020. The museum revealed that their year ahead will include a spotlight on
ABC/Image Group LAThe weather outside may be frightful, but country stars are already starting to firm up their festival plans for next summer. Dan + Shay, Kane Brown and Toby Keith have all been announced as headlining artists for Country Jam in
Bieber PRFans who tuned in to the Tuesday night premiere of Brad Paisley’s new ABC variety show, Brad Paisley Thinks He’s Special, were doubtless expecting a generous helping of the singer’s signature humor — and he delivered. However, one
Comstock/Thinkstock Fifteen years ago this week, Gary Allan topped Billboard‘s Hot Country Songs chart with this tune that’s both stripped-down and airworthy. Can you name it? ANSWER: “Nothing On but the Radio.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Copyright 8TEN, Inc.Garth Brooks is bringing his Stadium Tour to Cincinnati, setting the trek’s only Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia stop for May of next year. The singer’s newly-announced concert will take place on Saturday, May 26 at
Macon Music/Broken Bow RecordsThere’s been a lot of celebrating at Jason Aldean‘s house lately. His son Memphis just turned two on Sunday, and today, his daughter Navy is ten months old. And if you’ve been paying attention to Jason or his wife Brittany‘s socials, you
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockMiranda Lambert‘s recent eBay for Charity auction raised more than $105,000 for her MuttNation Foundation. CCMA Female Vocalist of the Year Tenille Townes is set to open most of the dates on Alan Jackson‘s 2020 tour. Newcomer Jameson Rodgers kicks off
ABC/Mark LevineTonight, Chris Janson brings his frenetic energy to ABC’s CMA Country Christmas special, turning in a dynamic performance of the Chuck Berry classic, “Run, Run Rudolph.” “I said, ‘Man, I want to do mine like Chuck would do it,’” he tells ABC
ABC/Mark LevineTonight, Brad Paisley‘s one-hour variety outing, Brad Paisley Thinks He’s Special, premieres on ABC. And the musician with a gift for comedy’s already managed to tickle the funny bones of two of his biggest fans, his sons Huck and Jasper, who
ABC/Mark Levine Tonight after you hear Brett Young sing the R&B classic “This Christmas” on ABC’s annual CMA Country Christmas special, it may leave you wondering about an entire album of holiday music from the California-born crooner. Brett says that’s something
ABC/Mark LevineFor his first prime time variety special, Brad Paisley enlists two big-name acts from the pop world, with whom he goes way back: Darius Rucker and Jonas Brothers. Brad took Darius out on his first major tour once he stepped away
ABC/Mark Levine Tonight’s annual CMA Country Christmas special on ABC not only serves as country music’s yuletide greeting to the world, it’s also a chance for some of the genre’s biggest stars to dust off their holiday material. That’s
ABC/Mark LevineBrad Paisley gets a little coy when asked about the clever title of his ABC variety outing, Brad Paisley Thinks He’s Special, which premieres tonight. “That’s a good question,” he tells ABC Audio. “I really fully expected this
Copyright 8TEN, Inc.Even though the weather foiled Garth Brooks’ plan to play two Dive Bar concerts in one night on Monday, he still managed to rock the house at Prospector’s in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey. The seven-time CMA
ABC/Mark Levine Backstage before shooting CMA Country Christmas in September, Trisha Yearwood was feeling confident about singing and hosting, but she was a little worried about her wardrobe. “I have never had a quick-change room in my life,” she admitted, “and
Comstock/Thinkstock Thirty years ago this week, seven-time CMA Entertainer of the Year Garth Brooks hit number one on Billboard‘s Hot Country Songs tally for the first time. Can you recall the title of his first chart-topper? ANSWER: “If Tomorrow Never
ABC/Mark LevineIf you missed seeing Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood together hosting this year’s CMA Awards, you’ll be glad to know that tonight, the dynamic duo reunites on ABC’s Brad Paisley Thinks He’s Special. But Brad warns you should be prepared to
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCMA New Artist of the Year Ashley McBryde is adding three new dates to her One Night Standards Tour: February 6 in Springfield, MO; March 6 in Detroit, MI; and March 27 in Huntsville, AL. Thompson Square‘s Keifer Thompson heads
Warner Music Nashville/Hallmark ChannelIf you can’t get enough of the holiday movies on the various Hallmark Channels this time of year, you’ll be glad to know there’s now a soundtrack to match. Warner Music Nashville has partnered
Macon Music/Broken Bow RecordsJason Aldean brings home his sixth consecutive number-one album this week, as 9 debuts at the top of Billboard’s country albums chart. The Georgia native sold 83,000 album equivalent units of his ninth album in its first seven
ABC/Mark LevineBrad Paisley and a bunch of his big-name friends will hit the dodgeball court early next year to raise money for his new Nashville nonprofit, known as The Store. Brad Paisley’s Celebrity Dodgeball Tournament will be held Thursday,
ABC/Image Group LAIf you tune in to The Voice tonight, you’ll get to hear a new take on Kane Brown’s top-fifteen hit, “Homesick.” Kane will perform the “First Dance Version” of the Experiment track, which seems tailor-made for a trip down the aisle. You
Caesars Entertainment, Inc.Reba McEntire will be hitting the road on a solo tour next year, but that won’t keep her from doing two dozen more dates with Brooks & Dunn in Sin City in 2020. This will be the fifth
Copyright 2018 8TEN, Inc.Starting tonight, you’ll see Garth Brooks like you’ve never seen him before, when the two-part, four-hour documentary The Road I’m On premieres on A&E. The unvarnished, up-close-and-personal look at the superstar’s life never flinches or dodges a topic.
ABC/Image Group LAMidland front man Mark Wystrach and his wife Ty welcomed a baby daughter this holiday weekend, but unfortunately, the band has been forced to postpone their tour dates because there were complications. “We regretfully must
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2001, Garth Brooks had the number-one album on the country chart with what would be the last project he put out before his decade-long hiatus. Can you name the title of this seasonally-appropriate hit album?
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockGeorge Strait headlined a benefit concert at ACL Live in Austin, TX on Monday night, helping raise $1.5 million for Hurricane Dorian relief efforts in the Bahamas. George also helped create a t-shirt to benefit the cause. This
ABC/Image Group LAProud papa Brett Young and his wife, Taylor Mills, open up about life with a newborn in a new People article. The couple’s daughter, Presley Elizabeth, was born in late October, but they admit that it feels like they’ve known her
ABC/Image Group LAAnyone who saw this year’s American Music Awards can tell you that rapper Post Malone is a huge Shania Twain fan — he was spotted dancing and singing along to her performance of “Man! I Feel Like a Woman.”
NBCUniversalDolly Parton’s Grand Ole Opry anniversary show, Dolly Parton: 50 Years at the Opry, was broadcast on NBC Tuesday night, pulling in an average of seven million viewers, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Over the course of her set, the
ABC/Image Group LAA collaboration between Shania Twain and Harry Styles is in the works. In an interview with Access, the country superstar revealed that she and the former One Direction star have been in conversation about working
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay and Justin Bieber have reimagined their hit, “10,000 Hours.” On Tuesday, the country duo and pop superstar released a new version of the song, referred to as the “wedding remix,” replacing the pop melody with
Jim WrightJon Pardi brought a dose of “Heartache Medication” to Late Night with Seth Meyers Tuesday night. The hitmaking star took to the late-night stage to perform the fiddle-filled track about curing one’s misery with a glass of something
Comstock/ThinkstockSeven years ago today, this country icon released her book, Dream More: Celebrate the Dreamer in You, based on the inspirational commencement speech she delivered at the University of Tennessee in 2009. Can you guess who it is?
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCam has released a cover of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” which she cites as her favorite Christmas song. She adds that the standard “especially tugs on my heartstrings this year” as she’s expecting her first child, due on
ABC/Mark Levine By the next yuletide season, we may be enjoying new holiday music from Lady Antebellum. The trio teased that ABC’s CMA Country Christmas special is the reason, as they prepared to perform at the event’s tenth taping. “Honestly,
Carmen Mandato/Getty ImagesFollowing his arrest on DUI charges last week, Sam Hunt will no longer perform at the first-ever NASCAR Awards on December 5, Billboard reports. Chris Janson will replace him. The event takes place in Nashville,
ABC/Mark LevineThe 2019 CMA Country Christmas special is adding a philanthropic component. The Country Music Association has announced that in addition to watching country stars perform holiday classics on screen, fans will also have a way to give back. New this
John Shearer/Getty Images via ABCBlake Shelton and Gwen Stefani will have another country Thanksgiving this year. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Gwen shares that she and longtime boyfriend Blake, along with her three sons Kingston, Zuma and Apollo, will head to Blake’s native Oklahoma for
Ryan HamblinJerrod Niemann is starting the new year off with a bang. The singer has announced that he’s embarking on his headlining Ghost Rider Tour in 2020. The first leg of the tour begins on February 6 in
Jim WrightJon Pardi is heading to late night. The traditional country singer is set to perform his current single, “Heartache Medication,” on Late Night with Seth Meyers tonight. The song, which serves as the lead single off Jon’s album of
BMLG RecordsBrett Young‘s 2020 The Chapters Tour is growing. The “In Case You Didn’t Know” singer has added additional shows to the trek due to high demand. Brett has added a second show to his stops at the Brown County
BMLG RecordsLady Antebellum has offered a remix of “Old Town Road” aimed to get you in the Thanksgiving spirit. Titled “Turkey Mode,” band mates Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood released the song on Monday under their alter ego, Lady Haze. The emoji-filled
Copyright 2018 8TEN, Inc.Garth Brooks has plotted another stop on his Stadium Tour in 2020. The reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year will perform at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. on Saturday, May 2. This serves as
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2015, this country artist was at the top of the U.S. album charts with his Grammy-winning debut studio project, Traveller. Do you know who he is? ANSWER: Chris Stapleton. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All
NBCUniversalEven though she’ll be 74 in January, Dolly Parton seems to be everywhere these days. She sat down with Robin Roberts for the ABC special, Here She Comes Again!, co-hosted the CMA Awards with Carrie Underwood and Reba McEntire, rolled out the new eight-part Netflix series Heartstrings she executive-produced
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockJon Pardi will stop by Late Night with Seth Myers tonight for a performance of the title track of his critically acclaimed new album, Heartache Medication. You can tune in and watch at 12:35pm ET. Just in time for the
BMLG RecordsIt’s been quite the week for Lady Antebellum, following the November 15 release of their seventh studio album, Ocean. Not only has the album debuted to rousing critical acclaim and a host of TV appearances, but it’s officially
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley is counting down the days until the premiere of his new TV variety show, Brad Paisley Thinks He’s Special. Leading up to the first episode, he’s got a busy calendar filled with TV appearances. First
John Shearer, Sweet Talk PublicityFlorida Georgia Line will celebrate this year’s holiday season by bringing joy to families in need. In keeping with the theme of gratitude they emphasize in their new song, “Blessings,” bandmates Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley have announced
ABC/Image Group LAEarlier this month, Jason Aldean unveiled his one-of-a-kind album release plans to help launch his next studio album, 9. On the day before Thanksgiving, he’ll broadcast a nine-song concert at 9pm local time to over 100 Bar Louie
ABC/Image Group LAKane Brown took home the title of Male Artist — Country at the 2019 AMA Awards on Sunday night, but the upcoming holiday season might be an even sweeter time for the country star. He’s celebrating
Monarch PublicityChris Young wrapped up a banner year with the final stop of his “Raised on Country World Tour 2019” on Saturday in Lexington, KY. Since its launch in May, the trek has taken him to 35 states
ABC/Image Group LAShania Twain gave her first American Music Awards performance in 16 years at Sunday night’s ceremony, but she made up for lost time with a genre-spanning, epic medley of today’s biggest hits and her own iconic
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1970, this country icon recorded two of her signature hits: “You’re Lookin’ at Country” and “I Wanna Be Free.” Can you name her? ANSWER: Loretta Lynn. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood picked up her 14th and 15th trophies at the 2019 American Music Awards Sunday night. She won in the categories of Favorite Album — Country and Favorite Female Artist — Country. Her win in the latter
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia Line and others helped raise more than $250,000 for Home Street Home Ministries at the 2019 Miracle on 4th event in Nashville. Thomas served as host and FGL performed, with proceeds going
ABC/Mark LevineEven though Trisha Yearwood stars in Trisha’s Southern Kitchen every Saturday on Food Network, she admits she wondered if she was ready to host the CMA Country Christmas special for the first time this year. But her superstar husband — seven-time CMA
dick clark productionsIt was a record-breaking night for Taylor Swift at the American Music Awards, held live Sunday night from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Taylor went on to win six awards, bringing her lifetime total to 29 — toppling Michael Jackson‘s
ABC RadioSam Hunt has released a statement following his DUI arrest on Thursday. The singer was arrested by the Metro Nashville Police in the early morning hours on Thursday and charged for driving under the influence. Sam was pulled over when
ABC/Mark LevineThomas Rhett is bringing the Christmas cheer with the release of two holiday songs: an original tune and a timeless classic. Written by Thomas, Ashley Gorley, David Garcia and Chris Tomlin, the original song, “Christmas in the Country,” paints a picture
Jill TrunnellKenny Chesney is among music’s elite who have the top touring numbers over the past decade. Kenny is the lone country star on PollStar‘s list of Top Touring Artists of the Decade, coming in at #18. Over the course
Warner Music NashvilleThree years after his Christmas album came out, Brett Eldredge continues to Glow. This year, he’ll lend his holiday magic to Christmas in Rockefeller Center, as he performs at the lighting of New York City’s most famous tree. You
8 Ten, Inc.Garth Brooks continues to round up records. The country giant now has the distinction of hosting the largest attendance at a one-night music event, selling more than 70,000 tickets for his show at Ford Field in Detroit,
ABC/Image Group LACountry fans will want to plan to get up early next week to start the day with ABC’s Good Morning America, as three of the genre’s top stars stop by America’s top-rated morning show. Jason Aldean will kick
ABC/Mark LevineLouisiana native Tim McGraw will put on a free concert January 13 before the 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship in New Orleans. Gates open at noon CT that Monday in Woldenberg Park, with alt-rockers Judah & the Lion set
Steven MartineRonnie Dunn is lending his voice to a pair of classic songs. The Brooks & Dunn star released two more songs on Friday off his forthcoming covers album, Re-Dunn, sharing his interpretation of Tom Petty‘s iconic “I Won’t Back Down” and one
NetflixDolly Parton breathes new life into “These Old Bones” today, as the 2002 track from her Halos & Horns album becomes the basis for an episode of her new Netflix series, Heartstrings. Based on a lady Dolly knew growing up, as
Comstock/Thinkstock Six-time CMA Vocal Group of the Year Little Big Town has also taken home the Single of the Year trophy twice, in 2012 and 2015. Can you name the foursome’s winning songs? ANSWER: “Pontoon” and “Girl Crush,” respectively.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockOn Thursday, 1995 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Alison Krauss was presented the National Medal of the Arts in the East Room of the White House. Watch for Dolly Parton Friday on The View, which starts at 11 a.m. ET
Broken BowThe title of Jason Aldean‘s ninth album, 9, is more than just a number. It’s part of a plan the ACM Entertainer of the Decade’s had for a long time. “It was just something that I told myself
Waffle House, Inc./PR NewswireWhen it comes to made-up awards shows, this one may take the cake — or the waffle, that is. Chris Stapleton walked away with four trophies at the Tunie Awards Wednesday night in Duluth, Georgia.
dick clark productionsJust like Donny & Marie, Sunday’s American Music Awards will be a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll. Nominees Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, and Kelsea Ballerini will help hand out trophies, while Thomas Rhett is set to
ABC/Craig SjodinAmerican Idol’s returning a little early this year. While the hit ABC singing competition typically premieres in March, season three’s set to begin on Sunday, February 16 at 8 p.m. ET. The stars of the show
NetflixEvery episode of Dolly Parton‘s Heartstrings leads directly back to Dollywood. While the international icon stars in select installments of the Netflix anthology like “Jolene,” “JJ Sneed,” and “Two Doors Down,” she introduces every episode of the series based on
NBC On her talk show, Kelly Clarkson usually opens with “Kellyoke,” the segment where she puts her spin on popular hits. She usually performs solo, but on today’s installment of the show, she invited a whole crowd to join
ABC RadioSam Hunt was arrested early Thursday morning and charged with DUI, according to ABC’s Nashville affiliate, WKRN. Police stopped the country superstar after someone reported a vehicle driving the wrong way on Ellington Parkway in East Nashville. At
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1987, Merle Haggard released the last of his 34 No. 1 singles as a solo country artist. Can you guess which song it was? ANSWER: “Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Star.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockBrother duo High Valley spotlight their families in the video for their new song, “Your Mama,” which was shot at bandmate Brad Rempel’s Nashville home. Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard wrote the song, along with Ben West, Josh Miller and Troy Verges. Founding Zac Brown Band member John Driskell Hopkins has
ABC/Randy HolmesEven though Luke Combs is currently enjoying his seventh consecutive number one, he doesn’t typically get too carried away with his own compositions. But his latest chart topper, “Even Though I’m Leaving,” is different. “Most of the time, when I
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleLuke Combs already hit a chart milestone earlier this week, when his brand-new album, What You See is What You Get, landed at the top spot on the Billboard 200. Not only was that his first time at No.
John Shearer, Big Machine RecordsCarly Pearce digs deep into both sides of a breakup in the split-screen music video for her latest single, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” which premiered on Wednesday afternoon. The clip follows two exes
ABC / Image Group LAWhen the Grammy nominees list was announced on Wednesday morning, Tanya Tucker led the pack for country nominees, in a turn of events that seemed to surprise even her! She’s up for four awards, three
ABC/Image Group LAOrder up a double shot of something strong! Carrie Underwood’s just-released music video for her single, “Drinking Alone,” proves that misery loves company, especially in the dim light of a crowded bar. The clip shows Carrie
Big Machine Just a week after co-hosting the 53rd Annual CMA Awards with Carrie Underwood and Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire’s now nominated for a Grammy. “Thanks to the Recording Academy for such great news to wake up to this morning!” Reba
Donn Jones/CMAWith the CMA Awards behind us and the holidays fast approaching, the countdown is on to this year’s annual CMA Country Christmas special on ABC. Trisha Yearwood hosts the show for the first time in 2019, with Dierks Bentley, Chris Janson, Lady
Capitol Nashville No need to “Sugar Coat,” because it’s good news: We’ll get to hear a new track from Little Big Town’s forthcoming Nightfall album on Friday. The six-time CMA Vocal Group of the Year will also drop a new
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1975, a country star who has scored a total of nine #1 hits beginning with his debut single, “What Was I Thinkin’,” was born. Can you guess which artist is celebrating a birthday?
The Recording AcademyTanya Tucker is the surprise front runner when it comes to country nominees at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards, grabbing four mentions, including a nod for all-genre Song of the Year for “Bring My Flowers Now.”
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for NetflixIt’s been nearly fifty years since Dolly Parton topped the country chart with “Jolene.” But on Friday, she puts a new spin on the classic about the other woman, as one of the episodes of
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCarly Pearce will premiere the official music video for her new single, “I Hope You’re Happy Now” — her duet with Lee Brice — today. Fans can watch the video when it premieres on YouTube at 12:30 pm central. Legendary western
ABC/Image Group LALil Nas X has a new accolade to add to his collection. The country rapper and singer-songwriter behind 2019’s mega-hit, “Old Town Road,” is among the winners list for Smithsonian magazine’s 2019 American Ingenuity Awards. Lil Nas X’s
ABC/Lou RoccoAhead of the release of her new Netflix series, Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings, Dolly Parton is calling on fans to put their own unique spin on one of her best-loved songs. In a video she posted to Twitter, the legendary
Schmidt PRLuke Bryan’s annual destination festival, Crash My Playa, has announced its final line-up of performing artists for 2020. Old Dominion will appear as headliners during the festival, which will take place next January 22-25 in Riviera Cancun, Mexico.
ABC/Image Group LANewly-crowned CMA New Artist of the Year Ashley McBryde will hit the road in 2020 on The One Night Standards Tour. The trek takes its name from Ashley’s new single, which is the first taste of her forthcoming
ABC/Image Group LAJordan Davis and his wife are now the proud parents of a baby girl named Eloise Larkin. “Excited to announce that me and Kristen have welcomed a beautiful baby girl…” Jordan announced Tuesday morning on his socials. “Momma and baby
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1973, the country star known for hits such as “Must Be Doin’ Something Right,” “Pretty Good at Drinkin’ Beer” and “Good Directions” was born. Can you name him? ANSWER: Billy Currington. Copyright © 2019,
ABC/Image Group LAIf you’re waiting for Dan + Shay‘s Dan Smyers to cut his hair — don’t hold your breath. Backstage at last week’s CMA Awards, Dan even admitted he’s gotten a bit superstitious about his long, dark locks. “We’ve
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockAlabama has set a new date for a previously postponed stop on their 50th Anniversary Tour. The concert will now take place on Friday, July 17, 2020 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Additionally, due to high demand, they’ve
ABC/Image Group LAJason Aldean will be celebrating the release of his ninth studio album, appropriately titled 9, with a first-of-its-kind concert event set to take place in bars across the country. Jason partnered with over 100 Bar Louie locations
ABC/Image Group LAIn the wake of last week’s CMA Awards, many of the country stars who took home trophies are seeing impressive bumps in album sales. According to data collected by Rolling Stone, the largest uptick actually came
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleLuke Combs had much to celebrate this weekend. On top of walking away with three CMA awards last Wednesday, the “Beautiful Crazy” singer now sits atop the Billboard 200 chart. Billboard reports that Combs’ What You See Is What
ABC/Image Group LABlake Shelton took home the trophy for Single of the Year at last week’s CMA Awards ceremony. The win was cause for celebration for Blake, of course, but it was also good news to fellow nominees Dan
ABC/Image Group LAOld Dominion invites fans into the inner workings of their songwriting and album making processes in a new short film exclusively available on Apple Music. Called Old Dominion: Band Behind the Curtain, the film will tell the
RCARyan Hurd will hit the road on the Platonic Tour in 2020, taking newcomers Adam Doleac and Niko Moon with him. The trek takes its name from Ryan’s latest EP, which features his current top-25 hit, “To a T.” Here’s the itinerary for
CMTChris Young will be crossing paths with pop star Gavin DeGraw for a new episode of CMT Crossroads. “Love this guy, love his music and can’t wait to share the CMT Crossroads stage with him!” Chris tweeted on Monday. They’re set to record the new episode
8 Ten, Inc.More than 84,000 fans turned out to see Garth Brooks’ Saturday night set at Knoxville’s Neyland Stadium. That not only makes it the venue’s most-attended show ever, but also the largest single concert event in Tennessee
Comstock/ThinkstockTwenty years ago this week, Garth Brooks hosted Saturday Night Live. Who was the musical guest? ANSWER: His alter ego, Chris Gaines. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
ABC/Image Group LAJon Pardi may be taking “Heartache Medication” up the country chart right now, but in real life, he’s not too far from wedded bliss. Last month during the sold-out kickoff of his tour at the Mother
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockIt’ll be another big week on Good Morning America for country fans. Watch for Garth Brooks on Tuesday, followed by his wife Trisha Yearwood on Wednesday. GMA starts at 7 a.m. on ABC. Florida Georgia Line is featured on the new track by
ABC/Randy HolmesAs the second decade of the 21st century comes to a close, Billboard’s looking back at the biggest songs and albums of the past ten years. And there’s one name that seems to be coming up a
ABC/Randy HolmesRemember the Luke–Combs-themed Crocs that were available exclusively at CMA Fest in Nashville last summer? Well, they’re back for a limited time, and you can order ’em online.. Officially named the “Luke Combs X Crocs Classic Realtree Clog,” the
ABC/Image Group LA Will Reba McEntire be getting “Fancy” on tour in 2020? While there’s no word on whether her three-outfit quick-change ensemble from Wednesday’s CMA Awards will be part of her set, the Country Music Hall of Famer’s
Joseph LlanesYou can check out a free Kane Brown concert in the comfort of your own home this Saturday night. The “Homesick” hitmaker makes his Austin City Limits debut tomorrow at 9 p.m. ET on PBS. Kane recorded his contribution to
ABC/Image Group LAThe 53rd Annual CMA Awards was a solid winner in the TV ratings. Eleven-point-three million viewers tuned in to see Carrie Underwood, Dolly Parton, and Reba McEntire host the female-centric show on Wednesday night. That’s enough to make it the
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1969, this bluegrass icon performed his classic song “Foggy Mountain Breakdown” at the Moratorium to End the War in Vietnam in Washington, D.C., becoming one of the few country artists who take a
Big Machine After their emotionally-charged performance of their hit “What If I Never Get Over You” with pop star Halsey on Wednesday night’s CMA Awards, Lady Antebellum releases their new album, Ocean, on Friday. The threesome says it feels special to be
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Florida Georgia Line are hosting a yard sale at their Nashville co-working compound, “meet + greet,” on Sunday from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. CT. Gently used clothing and shoes will be available for purchase, with
ABC/Image Group LABrantley Gilbert may have a rugged persona, but he has a soft spot for his late dog, Alley. In People’s 2019 Sexiest Man Alive issue, the “Bottoms Up” singer shares the story of the night he met Alley, a pitbull
ABC/Image Group LADan Smyers of Dan + Shay has found himself in People‘s 2019 Sexiest Man Alive issue, alongside his four furry friends. The country singer is part of the special feature that features sexy guys and their pets, with Dan posing alongside
Diego PerniaAfter hitting 32 stops on the trek in 2019, Zac Brown Band has announced that they’ll be extending their “The Owl Tour” into the spring of 2020. So far, the group has hit historic music venues across the
ABC / Image Group LADuring Tuesday night’s episode of The Voice, Blake Shelton revealed that his fellow coach John Legend is People’s 2019 Sexiest Man Alive. As the recipient of that title in 2017, Blake was uniquely qualified to offer the newly-crowned Sexiest
ABC/Image Group LAThough the 2019 CMA Awards ceremony may have been structured around honoring country’s iconic women, the top honor of the evening ultimately went to Garth Brooks. It was the seventh time the country legend has received
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 2001, this country superstar appeared as a special guest during *NSYNC Live! The Atlantis Concert special, singing “Stand By Me,” “Fire And Rain” and “Lean On Me” with the popular boy band. Can you name him?
ABC/dick clark productionsdick clark productions and ABC announced Thursday morning that multi-platinum singer/songwriter Ciara will host the 2019 American Music Awards. ABC also announced Kesha will be joined by Big Freedia for a performance during the show;
Mark Seliger/ABCThe 53rd annual CMA Awards, airing live from Nashville Wednesday night on ABC, was supposed to be all about celebrating the great female voices of country music. And while those voices were front and center on
ABC/Randy HolmesThe 53rd Annual CMA Awards aired Wednesday night on ABC, and later on, so did a sixth installment of Jimmy Kimmel Live!‘s Mean Tweets: Music Edition. As always,a variety of artists opened themselves up to some of the meanest,
Country Music AssociationBackstage at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Garth Brooks reveled at winning his seventh Entertainer of the Year trophy, a number that’s quite famously always held special significance for him. The ever-humble superstar
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCaroline Jones will make her Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday. Held at the Ryman Auditorium, Caroline will perform during the evening’s two sets at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Up-and-coming country singer Sandra Lynn is partnering with Ronald
Mark Seliger/ABC Here are the winners of the 53rd Annual CMA Awards, handed out Wednesday night in Nashville: Entertainer of the YearGarth Brooks Album of the YearGirl, Maren Morris Single of the Year“God’s Country,” Blake Shelton Song
Walt Disney Television/Paula LoboA trailer for the new documentary Bluebird has been released and features a series of superstars who are connected to the iconic venue. Bluebird chronicles the history of the Bluebird Cafe, the esteemed singer-songwriter venue in Nashville that’s played
ABC/Image Group LAChris Lane and Lauren Bushnell takes fans inside their wedding day in the video for his song, “Big, Big Plans.” The couple got engaged in June after Chris proposed to Lauren, who won season 20 of The Bachelor, with the song, sharing
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay‘s “Tequila” has earned another distinguished honor. The duo’s breakthrough hit was named Country Song of the Year at the 2019 BMI Country Awards in Nashville on Tuesday night. It was also named
Mark Seliger/ABCMore stars have been added to the list of presenters and performers for the CMA Awards. Newcomers Jimmie Allen and Cody Johnson have been tapped to present at the show, along with Big Little Lies star Reese Witherspoon and Good Morning America contributing host Lara Spencer. Additionally, Joe Walsh of The
Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.Garth Brooks has found his next stadium stop for 2020. The superstar will perform at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on February 22. The show, which will be staged in-the-round, marks Garth’s first time playing
Mark Seliger/ABCWhen Carrie Underwood hosts tonight’s 53rd CMA Awards, she’ll be doing it with two of her heroes, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire. Since Reba and Carrie are from the same part of the country, she was a significant inspiration for the
Comstock/ThinkstockThe CMA Awards have taken place in Nashville every year except for 2005. Can you guess where the awards show took place that year? ANSWER: Madison Square Garden, in New York City. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio.
Mark Seliger/ABC The CMA Awards don’t air until tonight, but two winners have already been announced this morning live on ABC’s Good Morning America by Maddie & Tae. In the category of Musical Event of the Year,
Mark Seliger/ABCCountry Music’s Biggest Night promises to be bigger than ever in 2019, as Carrie Underwood teams up with Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire to pay tribute to some of country’s most-loved female vocalists. You’ll want to already be in your seat when
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockWillie Nelson and Alison Krauss are among the first artists announced to perform at MerleFest 2020, along with a slew of other performers headed to the Wilkesboro, NC festival next April. For tickets and a full lineup, visit the
ABC Audio At the CMA Awards on Wednesday, Carly Pearce is celebrating a lot of firsts: Her first CMA nod — for New Artist of the Year — and her first red carpet as a married woman.
ABC Audio Maren Morris is the leading nominee going into Wednesday’s CMA Awards with six nominations, and she says she got a very special sign of encouragement from an unexpected source. Tuesday on her socials, Maren, who’s
ABC Audio Garth Brooks has been named the CMA Entertainer of the Year six times. He’s nominated again this year, but he says everyone who’s nominated this year is deserving, especially the guy who won the trophy
ABC/Image Group LADrink up, Dierks Bentley fans: The singer has announced plans to break ground on a fifth location of his Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row. This time around, his bar, restaurant and music venue will be heading to Denver,
ABC Audio Kelsea Ballerini is nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year at Wednesday night’s CMA Awards, but she says she feels she’s already won. “Honestly, getting nominated is amazing because that means that you get some
ABC Audio Luke Combs has two nominations going into Wednesday night’s CMA Awards, but when you see him on the red carpet, you may not recognize him, because he won’t be wearing his signature baseball cap. “I
ABC/Image Group LAMaren Morris introduced her fans to her unborn child with a new sonogram video, which shows her baby boy waving hello. “I got a wave today,” the singer wrote alongside the clip, which she posted to her
ABC Audio Brothers Osborne are up for a number of awards at Wednesday night’s CMA Awards, including Vocal Duo of the Year and Single of the Year — and the whole Osborne clan will be in the
ABC Audio Her duet with Brantley Gilbert, “What Happens In a Small Town,” just hit number one, and she’s nominated for a CMA Award Wednesday, so Lindsay Ell must be having one of the best weeks of
ABC/Image Group LADespite chilly temperatures, the stars turned out on Monday, November 11 for the 2019 American Society of Composers and Publishers (ASCAP) Country Music Awards. The ceremony, which took place at Nashville’s Renaissance Hotel, celebrated the
Comstock/ThinkstockIconic duo Brooks & Dunn won Vocal Duo of the Year at the CMA Awards every year between 1992 and 1999. Who finally broke their winning streak in 2000? ANSWER: Montgomery Gentry. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Mark Seliger/ABCIf you’re wondering who came up with the idea to use this year’s CMA Awards to honor country’s most-loved female voices, you probably don’t have to look much farther than twelve-time host, Carrie Underwood. “When we started
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCraig Morgan will perform “The Father, My Son, and The Holy Ghost” this morning on NBC’s Today with Hoda & Jenna. Dog Tales, a new podcast focusing on heroic dogs, has donated $10,000 to Miranda Lambert‘s MuttNation, which helps animals
ABC Audio Lady Antebellum is nominated for Vocal Group of the Year at Wednesday’s CMA Awards, and they’re also performing on the show with pop star Halsey. Between them, the three members of Lady A have six
ABC Audio Hardy, alias Michael Hardy, has had success as an artist with songs like “Rednecker,” and as a songwriter, writing hits like “Up Down,” “Simple” and “I Don’t Know About You.” But co-writing Blake Shelton‘s #1
Courtesy of PBSFilmmaker Ken Burns‘ new eight-part documentary series Country Music has been seen by 34.5 million people, according to Nielsen Live + 7 data. That impressive early viewership makes Country Music the most-watched of Burns’ films since The Roosevelts came out in 2014. Country
ABC Audio Chris Janson is one of the many artists who’ll be performing at the CMA Awards telecast on Wednesday night. The “Good Vibes” star thinks it’s great that the show will be highlighting the female stars
CRBCountry Radio Seminar 2020 has announced the nominees for the New Faces of Country Music Show. The nominees consist of nine up-and-coming artists who have achieved success at country radio throughout the year. Nominees for 2020 are Morgan
ABC/Paula LoboThe 2019 CMA Awards just got a little more colorful. Good Morning America announced Monday that Kacey Musgraves is set to perform the famous Muppets song “Rainbow Connection” with Willie Nelson during the 53rd annual broadcast. Kacey turned to Instagram to share GMA’s
ABC Audio Singer/songwriter Ryan Hurd is ready for a big night at the CMAs on Wednesday: His wife, Maren Morris, is the leading nominee with six nods, including Album of the Year. Ryan tells ABC Audio that
ABC/Image Group LAJimmie Allen and his fiancée, Alexis Gale, are expecting their first child together. The “Best Shot” singer posted a video on Instagram Monday announcing that he and Alexis will be having a girl. She will join Jimmie’s 5-year-old son, Aadyn.
ABC AudioReigning CMA Vocal Group of the Year Old Dominion is going into Wednesday night’s CMA Awards with their fans’ seal of approval — their new self-titled third album hit number one on the country chart. Frontman
dick clark productionsShania Twain is making her grand return to the American Music Awards later this month. The singer will be performing a medley of her greatest hits, marking her first time back on the AMAs stage
ABC AudioReigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Keith Urban is nominated in that category again this year. On Monday, he told ABC Audio that he can’t even begin to predict his chances of repeating on Wednesday’s CMA
Comstock/ThinkstockReigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Keith Urban took home his first CMA trophy in 2001. Can you recall which award it was? ANSWER: Horizon, which is now known as New Artist of the Year. Copyright © 2019, ABC
Amy Sussman/E! EntertainmentBlake Shelton brought home the title of Country Artist of the Year at the 2019 People’s Choice Awards Sunday, and he brought his trademark sense of humor to the stage as he accepted his trophy. “I’m
ABC/Image Group LAMiranda Lambert’s newly-released album, Wildcard, is already hitting major milestones. The project, which dropped on November 1, debuted at #4 on the Billboard Top 200, making it the only debuting project in the Top 10. The album breaks into
Mark Seliger/ABCEarly last month, Miranda Lambert put out an unequivocal endorsement for Carrie Underwood as Entertainer of the Year on social media. Now, Carrie reveals she wasted no time thanking her friend for the lengthy, emotional post. “I immediately reached out to
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockIf you missed Carrie Underwood on Good Morning America and Live with Kelly and Ryan on Friday, you can watch her preview of the 53rd Annual CMA Awards online. Carly Pearce and Lee Brice sang their new hit, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” together for
ABC/Image Group LALANCO’s booked to provide the halftime entertainment as the New England Patriots take on the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, November 24 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The match-up at Gillette Stadium is part of the NFL’s “Salute to
ABC/Image Group LAWhen Morgan Evans sings “I love you like a diamond, and diamonds are forever” in his new single, he’s talking about his better half, Kelsea Ballerini. “I wrote ‘Diamonds’ for my wife and I’m so stoked to release it as
ABC/Randy HolmesWith Luke Combs, What You See Is What You Get, and on Wednesday, you’ll be able to see him sing on ABC’s Good Morning America. Maddie & Tae and Trace Adkins will be on the show as well, as “GMA Goes Country” for
ABC/Mark Levine Thomas Rhett will not only perform on the 2019 American Music Awards later this month, he’ll also use the opportunity to help feed the hungry in the days leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday. TR will
ABC/Image Group LA Maryland natives Brothers Osborne are on tap to do the halftime show for the Detroit Lions’ 80th Thanksgiving Day Classic at Michigan’s Ford Field. Delaware-born Jimmie Allen is set to perform the national anthem. You can tune in
Mark Seliger/ABCWednesday night, Carrie Underwood will lead a tribute to country music’s greatest female voices, as she hosts the CMA Awards for the twelfth time, this year with legendary co-hosts Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire. This year, the “Southbound” hitmaker also happens
Comstock/Thinkstock Ten years ago, this female artist became the youngest person ever to win CMA Entertainer of the Year at the age of only 19. Can you name her? ANSWER: Taylor Swift. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All
Joseph LlanesKane Brown will launch his first international headlining tour in 2020, as The Worldwide Beautiful Tour kicks off February 2 in Dublin, Ireland. The first U.S. date is February 29 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Russell Dickerson and Chris
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockWatch for Hootie & the Blowfish on Friday’s edition of GMA 3: Strahan, Sare, & Keke. You can tune in to see Darius Rucker and company starting at 1 p.m. ET on ABC. Lady Antebellum will release a new live acoustic video
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleWhat You See Is What You Get, Luke Combs’ much-anticipated second album, comes out today, as its latest single, “Even Though I’m Leaving,” sits at number two on the country chart. The North Carolina native’s
ABC/Mark LevineWhat would Chris Stapleton look like as a LEGO character? If that’s something that’s ever crossed your mind, you don’t have to wonder anymore, thanks to his new music video for the From A Room Volume 1 track, “Second One
Food NetworkTrisha Yearwood invites Country Music Hall of Famer Ricky Skaggs and his wife, Sharon White of The Whites, into her Southern Kitchen this weekend on the Food Network. “Trisha is one of the sweetest people I’ve ever known,” Ricky says. “Getting to spend the
Kristy BelcherCountry Music Hall of Famer Alan Jackson kicks off his 2020 tour January 10 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The “Chattahoochee” hitmaker continues headlining arenas, including a Valentine’s Day stop in Atlanta, in his home state of Georgia. In April,
Mark Seliger/ABCThere’s no slowing down for Carrie Underwood until she hosts the 53rd Annual CMA Awards next Wednesday. Friday morning, she’ll get up early to visit with Robin Roberts and the gang on Good Morning America. You can tune in to catch
Big MachineRiley Green shot the new video for his hit, “I Wish Grandpas Never Died,” during a sold-out home state show in September in Phenix City, Alabama. The amphitheater is just a couple hours south of Jacksonville, where
Mark Seliger/ABCWednesday night’s 53rd Annual CMA Awards will pay tribute to the great women of country music, something hosts Carrie Underwood, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire will establish from the very first, kicking of the show with an epic all-female medley. Terri
Mark Seliger/ABCIf you’re looking for a little pick-me-up, Dolly Parton‘s got one for you. In fact, she’s got several. Her new Netflix series, Heartstrings, debuts November 22, and she has no less than three inspirational songs out now, which she’ll
Comstock/Thinkstock Twelve years ago today, this artist won the CMA Entertainer of the Year Award for the third time in four years. Can you guess which iconic country star this is? ANSWER: Kenny Chesney. Copyright © 2019, ABC
Country Music AssociationIt’s less than a week until the 53rd CMA Awards air Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Thanks to his musical partner TJ, John Osborne has one of the best CMA souvenirs ever — the designer coat
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockOld Dominion is set to perform songs from their chart-topping, self-titled third album Thursday morning on NBC’s Today show. You can tune in to watch starting at 7 a.m. ET on NBC. Newlywed Chris Lane kicked off his Big, Big Plans
Black River EntertainmentThere’s a new song coming from Kelsea Ballerini on Friday, and it looks like a safe bet she’ll also perform it on Sunday’s People’s Choice Awards. First, Kelsea Instagrammed a photo of white, silver-tipped boots and a bowl of
YouTubeMorgan Wallen and Hardy are the latest additions to the lineup of Cash Fest, a November 10 charity concert celebrating the music of country legend Johnny Cash. The event is being held in conjunction with the release of the YouTube Originals documentary The
Jeff Kravitz / FilmMagicReba McEntire has split from her boyfriend of over two years, retired oil geologist Anthony “Skeeter” Lasuzzo. People confirms the breakup, which Reba first announced to Us Weekly when she mentioned the couple wouldn’t be spending the holidays together this
Courtesy Songwriters Hall of FameVince Gill is once again in the running for induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, after making the short list last year for induction into the Hall’s 2019 class. Just like last year,
Big Hassle PRLuke Combs is one of a host of CMA Awards-nominated artists who will offer fans a high-tech twist during his upcoming appearance on Good Morning America. On Wednesday, November 13 beginning at 8:00 a.m. local time, virtual
Comstock/Thinkstock Forty years ago this week, Willie Nelson covered this classic Allman Brothers tune for the soundtrack of the Jane Fonda/Robert Redford movie The Electric Horseman. Can you name it? ANSWER: “Midnight Rider.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Connor Dwyer / BBR Music GroupCountry music’s very own “Small Town Boy” will return in early 2020. Dustin Lynch has revealed plans for his next studio album, Tullahoma, along with a just-announced batch of tour dates. Set for release on
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockGarth Brooks‘ two final stops on his Dive Bar Tour will take place on Monday, December 2. He’ll play Prospectors in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey — just outside of Philadelphia — before traveling to Six String
Triple TigersThis week, Russell Dickerson‘s celebrating his third number one in a row with “Every Little Thing.” But he’s not resting on his laurels — he’s already looking ahead to what’s next. So what will his follow-up to 2017’s Yours be like?
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley is the latest in an impressive lineup of celebrities to join St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s annual St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign. Throughout the holiday season, Brad and other stars will appear in a
ABC/Image Group LAIt might seem like a challenge to get four band mates on the same page for every musical decision, but after two decades together, Little Big Town say they’re pretty good at operating as a unit. In
ABC/Paula LoboIt’s beginning to look a lot like…Kacey Musgraves! The singer has announced plans to release her own Amazon Prime Video holiday special, called The Kacey Musgraves Christmas Show. According to Deadline, the variety show will deliver classic holiday
Big Machine RecordsCarly Pearce fans already have a date for Valentine’s Day. The long-awaited, self-titled sophomore album from the “Every Little Thing” hitmaker will finally arrive on February 14. “So much has happened to me in the last
Country Music Association The Country Music Association has officially announced that Kris Kristofferson will be honored with the title of the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2019 CMA Awards ceremony. Some of the genre’s biggest stars will
Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.Garth Brooks has revealed the next two destinations for his Dive Bar Tour. During his weekly Facebook video series, Inside Studio G, the singer announced that he’ll be headed to Massachusetts and Pennsylvania for two shows on
Todd & Chris OwyoungThanks to the success of lead singer Darius Rucker, Hootie & the Blowfish is now more than a little bit country. The lead single from their new Imperfect Circle album was written by Chris Stapleton, and it’s being played on
Comstock/Thinkstock Where were the very first CMA Awards held, back in 1967? ANSWER: Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
ABC/Image Group LAIf you’ve ever watched the HGTV series Good Bones, you’ve already got a pretty good idea of what Maren Morris is talking about in her latest hit. Like that show, Maren’s song “The Bones” uses the metaphor of a
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockTim McGraw starts the day by being a guest on Live with Kelly & Ryan, which follows Good Morning America on most ABC stations. Sony Nashville is partnering with Wrangler to host a free CMA Awards viewing party at Acme
ABC/Image Group LARussell Dickerson adds another number one to his collection this week, as “Every Little Thing” ascends to the top of the country chart. “WHAT?!?! THREE IN A ROW?!? EVERY LITTLE THING IS OFFICIALLY THE #1 SONG IN COUNTRY
RCA NashvilleOld Dominion‘s self-titled third album debuts at the top of the country albums chart this week. The five-man band co-produced the record themselves, alongside longtime collaborator Shane McAnally. The album features the debut chart-topping single, “Make It
ABC/Martin DeBoerThe tenth annual CMA Country Christmas special is set to premiere Tuesday, December 3 at 9 p.m. ET. on ABC. This year, Trisha Yearwood hosts the two-hour holiday tradition for the first time, with Lady Antebellum, Rascal Flatts, Chris Young, Brett Young, Chris Janson, and Runaway
ABC/Image Group LACole Swindell’s had so much success lately, he can hardly come down to Earth. So he’s calling his 2020 trek the Down to Earth Tour. “I have had such an amazing year in so many
BMLG RecordsBrett Young will be writing some new “Chapters” on tour in 2020. The California native will launch The Chapters Tour, named for a track on his Ticket to L.A. album, January 30 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Matt Ferranti, who’s been in
Country Music Association The 53rd Annual CMA Awards will be a celebration of country music’s most-loved female voices, and Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire will co-host the show with Carrie Underwood. But that theme is carrying over to the telecast’s presenters, too.
ABC/Mark LevineYou’ll be able to get a double dose of Dolly next week on ABC, as the icon not only co-hosts the CMA Awards, but also sits down with Robin Roberts for an in-depth interview. For her eleventh pre-CMA
Comstock/ThinkstockFifteen years ago today, Big Machine head Scott Borchetta saw future superstar Taylor Swift perform for the first time. Can you guess which iconic Nashville venue she was playing? ANSWER: The Bluebird Cafe. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockTim McGraw guests on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Monday, prior to the release of his fitness book, Grit and Grace: Train the Mind, Train the Body, Own Your Life on Tuesday. You can tune in to watch starting
Todd & Chris OwyoungA lot of things have changed since Hootie & the Blowfish put out their last new album in 2005. Lead singer Darius Rucker is now a bonafide country star, and the band now has their first country hit
Jamie NelsonLast month in Nashville, Maren Morris called her husband Ryan Hurd onstage at Ascend Amphitheater to perform the CMA-nominated song they wrote together, “All My Favorite People.” The next week, Maren and Ryan revealed they’re expecting their first child in
MCA NashvilleIf you’re looking for a Christmas present for a George Strait fan, you may’ve just found it. On December 9, King George will release the new ten-disc version of Strait Out of the Box on vinyl for the first time
Blacktop RecordsDierks Bentley and Michael Ray are just two of the artists who join country legend Clint Black on “This Old House,” his new tribute single to the Grand Ole Opry. “The Opry holds a very special place in my life,” Dierks tweeted,
NBCUniversalChris Young, Chris Janson and Tenille Townes are all booked to spend at least part of Turkey Day in New York City this year, since they’re all set to sing on the 93rd Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The three-hour holiday tradition
ABC/Mark LevineCarrie Underwood’s Cry Pretty Tour is now one for the history books. The CMA Entertainer of the Year nominee closed out her 2019 trek Thursday night in Detroit, Michigan. “Aaaaaaandd, that’s a wrap on the #CryPrettyTour360!
ABC/Image Group LAIf you think you know what Garth Brooks and Blake Shelton mean when they sing about a “Dive Bar,” the music video will have you reconsidering that concept. When Garth and Blake sing “the water’s fine, y’all can just
Comstock/ThinkstockTwenty years ago this week, Martina McBride hit number one on the Billboard chart with this song from the Julia Roberts/Richard Gere movie, Runaway Bride. Can you name it? ANSWER: “I Love You.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Vanner Records/RCAToday, Miranda Lambert finally shows you her entire hand, as she plays her long-awaited Wildcard, the clever title of her seventh album. If it seems like the Texan’s trademark attitude is back — well, Miranda believes you’re right. “I
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Hootie & the Blowfish celebrates the release of their new album, Imperfect Circle, by stopping by Good Morning America on Friday. You can watch for them starting at 7 a.m. on ABC. “On My Way to You” hitmaker Cody Johnson performed
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for NetflixTuesday night in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Dollywood hosted a star-studded red carpet premiere for Dolly Parton‘s new eight-part Netflix series, Heartstrings. Dolly introduced the screening of the episode inspired by her classic “Jolene,” as stars Julianne
ABC/Mark LevineLots of people will be trick-or-treating today, but Miranda Lambert’s been cleaning out her closet. The “It All Comes Out in the Wash” hitmaker’s launching her Miranda’s Closet eBay Charity Auction later today, all to help shelter
The Valory Music Co.Justin Moore’s getting ready for one of the most moving performances ever of his hit, “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home,” on Sunday. The Arkansas native is set to perform his recent number one
Capitol Nashville Move over, Kelly Ripa — here comes Carrie Underwood! For the first time ever, the country superstar will sit down beside Ryan Seacrest to fill in for Ripa on November 8. Carrie’s Friday gig on Live with Kelly and Ryan comes just
ABCBrad Paisley Thinks He’s Special, and in early December, we’ll find out exactly why. Brad’s one-hour variety special — with the tongue-in-cheek title — is set to air Tuesday, December 3 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Carrie
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this date in 2000, this timeless hit by Lee Ann Womack was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. Can you name the song? ANSWER: “I Hope You Dance.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights
John Shearer/Getty Images via ABCCould Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani be about to tie the knot? “We’re all expecting a wedding soon,” a source tells the New York Post. “I don’t think there will be a big engagement, but they will have
ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan has a packed schedule these days, between wrapping up this year’s Farm Tour and shooting the next season of American Idol. But he’s carving out some time to celebrate Halloween with his wife and kids,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockMiranda Lambert appears on Late Night with Seth Meyers tonight. The show airs at 12:35 a.m. ET on NBC. Matt Stell has released a video for his cover of Ariana Grande’s “God is a Woman.” His cover of the smash hit is
Robby KleinReba McEntire is stepping into the modern world of podcasts. Billboard confirms that Reba will host her own lifestyle podcast next year. In partnership with Spotify, the podcast will center around self-improvement, as Reba invites guests to join
ABC/Mark LevineMiranda Lambert‘s new album, Wildcard, is getting the film treatment. Apple Music has paired with the country superstar for a short film titled Behind Miranda Lambert’s Wildcard that takes fans behind-the-scenes of the new project. Viewers will get to see Miranda
ABC/Image Group LAFitness has been a big part of Tim McGraw‘s life for many years now, but he admits it was a comment from his daughter that first inspired him to get in shape. Tim tells Men’s Health that after his
Broken BowJason Aldean is ready to rock Music City. The “You Make It Easy” hit maker revealed on social media today that he’ll be performing a free show at his venue, Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar, on Broadway in downtown
Comstock/ThinkstockToday is the 12th wedding anniversary of this “Tennessee Whiskey” singer and his wife, a fellow singer who co-wrote Carrie Underwood‘s hit “Don’t Forget to Remember Me.” Can you name this country couple? ANSWER: Chris and Morgane Stapleton. Copyright © 2019, ABC
Vanner Records/RCA NashvilleMiranda Lambert is making the TV rounds to introduce her new album, Wildcard, to fans everywhere. The superstar singer is set to appear on five major network shows. She’ll perform on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert tonight before visiting Late
Tuesday night at Dollywood, Dolly Parton hosted a star-studded red carpet premiere for her new series, Heartstrings, which premieres November 22 on Netflix. Kimberly Williams-Paisley hijacked her husband Brad’s tour bus to come to Pigeon Forge. She apologized for doing her
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockKalie Shorr has been added to the lineup for the December 31 event Music City Midnight: New Year’s Eve in Nashville; Keith Urban is headlining. Adam Hambrick has released a cover of Alan Jackson‘s 1992 hit “Midnight in Montgomery” through the
ABC/Image Group LACole Swindell finds himself back in a familiar place as he reaches the #1 spot on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with his current single, “Love You Too Late.” This marks Cole’s 9th number-one single as an artist
ABC/Image Group LALanco is hitting the road. The band behind the chart-topping hit “Greatest Love Story” is set to kick off their What I See Tour at the top of 2020. The tour, which is named after their
ABC/Mark LevineFans who listen to Miranda Lambert‘s new album Wildcard can expect to hear the strong and sassy singer they know and love. But Miranda notes that it’s important to grow as an artist and songwriter. In an interview with the New
Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.Though the seasons have changed, it’s still summer for Garth Brooks, who made a stop at The Dusty Armadillo in Rootstown, Ohio Monday night on his Dive Bar Tour. Marking the fifth location on the tour that
Mark Seliger/ABCAnother round of performers has been announced for the 2019 CMA Awards. The new batch features several collaborations, as well as solo performances from the genre’s biggest stars. Kacey Musgraves is set to take the stage with her pal Willie
MCA Nashville/UMeReba McEntire will celebrate the 25th anniversary of her eighteenth album, Read My Mind, by releasing it on vinyl for the first time ever on December 6. It’ll be available on special-edition white vinyl and regular black vinyl,
Comstock/ThinkstockFifteen years ago, Big & Rich scored their first gold single with this song. Can you name it? ANSWER: “Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy).” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockThe new six-track EP from Jon Langston, titled Now You Know, is out now. Singer/songwriter Kelleigh Bannen‘s set to make her national TV debut Tuesday on NBC’s Today show, performing the track “Time Machine” from her Favorite Colors album. The new track, “Rather Be
Connor DwyerIt’s only been out less than three weeks, but Sam Hunt‘s “Kinfolks” is already a top twenty hit. Sam admits the guy in the song who’s contemplating a “meet the parents” kind of situation may be taking
ABC Radio Jordan Davis is heading for “Trouble Town” next year, as he hits the road with newcomers Kassi Ashton and Hailey Whitters. The Trouble Town Tour takes its name from Jordan’s new track, which just came out last Friday. The threesome teases
Flag & AnthemDierks Bentley’s created a special shirt to help the families of America’s military around Veterans Day. The black tee features Dierks’ signature Riser Bird logo in a camouflage pattern, and is part of his Desert
ABC/Image Group LAWhen Luke Bryan closed out his Sunset Repeat Tour Friday night with a sold-out show at Detroit’s Ford Field, he took home a pretty impressive parting gift. The RIAA presented him with a plaque commemorating 54 million
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleWhen Shania Twain said Come on Over, she must’ve been talking to Luke Combs. This week, Luke ties the Canadian superstar’s record for the most weeks at number one on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart thanks to his
ABC/Image Group LAIt was a big weekend for country star weddings in Tennessee. Not only did Chris Lane and Lauren Bushnell make things official on Friday, but on Sunday, Devin Dawson and his girlfriend of two-and-a-half years, Leah Sykes, took their trip down the
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicChris Lane and Lauren Bushnell tied the knot Friday night during an indoor “secret garden” ceremony in Nashville. The couple exchanged vows they wrote themselves in front of 160 of their closest friends and family. Chris’s identical twin, Cory, was
Comstock/Thinkstock Thirteen years ago today, the band Heartland made it to number one on the Billboard chart with a song that’s become a wedding standard. Can you name it? ANSWER: “I Loved Her First.” Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights
Broken BowEver since Jason Aldean‘s son Memphis was born nearly two years ago, the ACM Entertainer of the Decade has talked about how much it would please him if Memphis follows in his footsteps. Even though he’s just a toddler,
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockYou can check out Chris Janson doing his number one hit, “Good Vibes,” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show via EllenTube.com. Little Big Town visits The Kelly Clarkson Show on Monday. Check your local listings to see when the syndicated hour airs in your area.
ABC/Image Group LAWhen Keith Urban celebrated the chart-topping success of his hit “Coming Home” with a party Wednesday in Nashville, he took time to offer a sweet thank you to his “Better Half,” Nicole Kidman. “My wife and our two girls Sunday and Faith… just
© Grand Ole Opry/Photo by: Chris HolloBackstage before Tuesday’s Opry show, Luke Bryan explained how Opry Goes Pink — the annual night dedicated to breast cancer awareness — was helping make one of his country music dreams come true.
Copyright 2018 8TEN, Inc.Garth Brooks is already the winningest Entertainer of the Year in CMA Awards history, and he’s not showing any signs of slowing down. Friday, he broke the record for concert ticket sales at Neyland Stadium
Capitol Nashville Little Big Town will be on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Monday, before the official music video for their new single, “Over Drinking,” premieres on Tuesday. The new clip stars actress Michelle Monaghan, whom you’ll recognize from films like Mission:
Comstock/ThinkstockWhat’s Dolly Parton‘s middle name? ANSWER: Rebecca. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
RCA NashvilleOld Dominion‘s long-awaited third album arrives today and it’s unique for one pretty rare reason — it’s the first one to feature a photo of the five-man band on the cover. The reigning CMA and ACM
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockLittle Big Town, Midland, Cam, and Devin Dawson will perform November 10 at Nashville’s War Memorial Auditorium to celebrate the premiere of YouTube’s documentary, The Gift: The Journey of Johnny Cash, the next day. Chris Janson‘s set to sing on the
Capitol Nashville Luke Bryan’s not quite done “Knockin’ Boots” just yet. Following his twenty-third career number one, he’s keeping the sexy mood going with his new single, “What She Wants Tonight.” “She wants my hands on her body/She
ABC/Image Group LAAfter Friday night, you can officially think of Kacey Musgraves as the queen of Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The Golden Hour Grammy-winner is on track to sell the most tickets ever for a female headliner at Music City’s premiere venue,
ABC/Mark LevineChris Stapleton will play the new Globe life Field in Arlington, Texas, even before the Texas Rangers do. His concert on Saturday, March 14 will serve as the grand opening for the new Major League Baseball stadium.
Capitol NashvilleLittle Big Town gets back to basics in their new performance video for “Over Drinking.” In the new clip for their latest single, Karen Fairchild and Kimberly Schlapman simply sit and sing in a grey room, while the boys — Jimi Westbrook and Phillip
ABC/Image Group LA“In Case You Didn’t Know,” Brett Young and his wife Taylor are “Hooked” on their new arrival: baby girl Presley Elizabeth Young, born this past Monday. On Instagram, Brett writes, “Taylor, my wife. You are
Comstock/ThinkstockTwo years ago today, this iconic country artist born in Houston, Texas was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame. Can you guess who it is? ANSWER: Kenny Rogers. Copyright © 2019, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.
dick clark productionsThanks to his collaboration on the record-breaking 19-week number-one hit “Old Town Road,” Billy Ray Cyrus leads all country nominees for this year’s American Music Awards, with four nods. Ironically, none of them are in
Walt Disney Television/Paula LoboWhen Keith Urban celebrated his latest number one, “Coming Home,” at the Analog at the Hutton in Nashville on Wednesday, no doubt there was no one sadder that one of his main co-writers couldn’t be there. That happens
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockGarth Brooks has inducted songwriter Steve Wariner into the Musicians Hall of Fame. The two performed Garth’s hit “Long Neck Bottle” that Steve co-wrote during the induction ceremony Tuesday in Nashville. New trio Avenue Beat has released the music video for their new
Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumSunday night at the Country Music Hall of Fame’s annual Medallion Ceremony at Nashville’s CMA Theater, Reba McEntire had some fun with her friends Brooks & Dunn, as she
