Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Joe Nichols and Wynonna and The Big Noise are set to headline the Chillin’ on the Lucie festival October 3-7 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. RaeLynn, Thompson Square, Craig Campbell, Restless Heart, Love and Theft and others are booked to play, as well. If
Columbia Nashville A new five-song EP from Tyler Farr is now available in stores that sell Durango boots. Livin’ Hard features Tyler’s three number-ones — “Redneck Crazy,” “Whiskey in My Water,” and “A Guy Walks into a Bar” — as
ABC/Eric McCandlessThe finale of American Idol gets underway Sunday night and the winner will be crowned on Monday. But as always, the two nights will feature performances by big-name music stars. First of all, all three judges — Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan —
Comstock/Thinkstock Three years ago this week, Kelsea Ballerini’s debut album came out. Can you recall its title? ANSWER: The First Time.
MCA NashvilleMore than a year after his quintuple-platinum crossover smash, “Body Like a Back Road,” Sam Hunt has finally released his follow-up single. “Downtown’s Dead” is available to stream or download now. The single is potentially the second release
Ryman Hospitality PropertiesBlake Shelton‘s Music City location of his signature restaurant and bar, Ole Red Nashville, will celebrate its grand opening the week of CMA Fest, June 6-10. Blake himself will kick off the festivities with a
ABC RadioJordan Davis embarks on the biggest tour of his career so far this Friday night, as he opens Jake Owen‘s Life’s Whatcha Make It trek this summer with Chris Janson. Jordan’s particularly excited, because the three will mainly be
Burke/Triolo Productions/T hinkstock George Strait is set to close next year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with a concert on Sunday, March 17, 2019. The rest of the RodeoHouston lineup will be revealed in January. If you missed Ashley
Reviver For fans of America’s favorite pastime, it “Don’t Get Better Than That”: LOCASH‘s latest hit will be the theme for ESPN’s coverage of NCAA Men’s College Baseball this year. As part of the tie-in, Preston Brust and Chris Lucas will also play
ABC/Randy HolmesLady Antebellum will do their first show ever at Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre this summer, as part of the international TV festival known as SeriesFest. Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood will give the Centerpiece Performance at the Denver-area
CID PresentsAfter four sold-out years in a row, Luke Bryan‘s Crash My Playa getaway vacation has become a January tradition anticipated by both fans and fellow stars alike. Now, for 2019, the American Idol judge is upping the ante. Next year’s event
ABC/Image Group LA Any way you look at it, Florida Georgia Line is the most successful duo or group in the history of Billboard‘s Hot Country Songs tally. Their collaboration with Bebe Rexha, “Meant to Be,” is currently spending its 24th
ABC Radio It’s been more than fifteen months since Sam Hunt released his crossover smash, “Body Like a Back Road,” but on Wednesday, his follow-up is finally coming. “New single, out tomorrow… ‘Downtown’s Dead,’” Sam shared Tuesday morning on Instagram,
The GreenRoomDierks Bentley sets his Mountain High Tour in motion Friday but before he hits the road, the Arizona native wanted to do a good deed at home in Middle Tennessee. Dierks, his band, crew and openers LANCO spent Monday
Comstock/ThinkstockTwenty years ago, Faith Hill started a three-week stint at #1 on the Billboard country chart, with this crossover hit that would go on to be a top 10 hit on the pop chart. Can you name it? ANSWER: “This Kiss.” Copyright
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Kelsea Ballerini will play the 43rd Annual Gracie Awards May 22 in Los Angeles. Legendary TV producer Norman Lear will also give actress Rita Morena the Lifetime Achievement Award at the ceremony at the Four Season Beverly Wilshire. The honors
ABC/Image Group LA Kane Brown enjoys the second number one hit of his career this week, as “Heaven” ascends to the top of the country chart. It’s a song that was inspired by Kane missing his fiancée, Katelyn Jae,
ABC/Eric McCandlessThis summer, Jennifer Nettles will be spending her weekends performing with bandmate Kristian Bush on Sugarland‘s Still the Same reunion tour. But this past Saturday, the singer, songwriter and actress followed in the footsteps of Oprah Winfrey and The Color Purple author Alice Walker, as she
Broken BowWho is country music’s best cornhole competitor? We’ll find out June 5, as Brett Young, LOCASH, Russell Dickerson, Walker Hayes, Jerrod Niemann, Lindsay Ell, newcomer Tegan Marie and others show up to toss a few bean bags for Craig Campbell‘s 6th Annual Celebrity Cornhole Challenge.
Allister Ann Eight-time Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney has a achieved a new milestone this week. It’s the first time he’s ever had two songs in the top ten simultaneously, thanks to “Get Along” and his duet with David
Nick WalkerThe last time Maren Morris was in Las Vegas performing on an awards show, she delivered her country single, “Rich,” on the ACMs. This weekend, she returns to Sin City to perform her pop smash, “The Middle,” with
Chris Hollo for the Grand Ole OpryThis Friday night, Jordan Davis sets out on his biggest tour so far: the Life’s Whatcha Make It trek with Jake Owen and Chris Janson. But this weekend, the newcomer from Louisiana notched another pretty impressive
Chris Hollo for the Grand Ole OpryIt was a busy weekend for Carrie Underwood. Not only did she mentor the top five and perform her new hit, “Cry Pretty,” on American Idol Sunday, she also marked a career milestone Friday
Capitol NashvilleDierks Bentley wil play his new album, The Mountain, in its entirety during a special late-night concert Thursday, June 7 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. His partners on the Mountain High Tour, LANCO, will open the show at 10 p.m.
Comstock/Thinkstock Fourteen years ago this month, this 2005 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year released her debut album, Here for the Party. Can you name this self-proclaimed “Redneck Woman?” ANSWER: Gretchen Wilson. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights
ABC/Eric McCandlessIn honor of Mother’s Day, the American Idol Top 5 finalists sang songs dedicated to moms, in addition to performing from the catalogue of American Idol alum and seven-time Grammy-winner Carrie Underwood. At the end of the show, the contestants learned
ABC/Image Group LA Sometimes it’s easier to convince a world-famous pop star to do something than it is to corral your own parents. At least that was Chris Lane‘s experience with his latest hit, “Take Back Home Girl.”
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Eighties hitmaker Sylvia is set to release her new album, Second Bloom, on June 8. Subtitled The Hits Re-Imagined, the project boasts re-recordings of her biggest songs, like “Nobody” and “Drifter.” You can stream or download the tracks “Good
Capitol NashvilleSince Dierks Bentley‘s new album, The Mountain, was inspired by Telluride, Colorado — and was largely written and recorded there — it’s no surprise the new track, “You Can’t Bring Me Down,” leads with a laid-back, mountain vibe.
Capitol NashvilleThe Top 5 American Idol finalists have spent the week in Nashville with superstar guest mentor Carrie Underwood, and on Sunday, they’ll give us their best interpretations of songs from her catalog. Four of the contestants chose some of
ABC/Image Group LA You can delve deeper into the romance between Ryan Hurd and Maren Morris in Ryan’s new video for “Diamonds or Twine.” The love song features footage of the two at his family’s lake house in Michigan, which is
ABC/Image Group LA You can get a double dose of country hits Tuesday night on NBC’s The Voice. Six-time-winning coach Blake Shelton wil sing his top ten hit, “I Lived It,” while Kane Brown stops by to perform his second #1, “Heaven.”
Warner NashvilleCole Swindell is getting a little sentimental on his forthcoming third album. “This song is so special to me & I’m so excited for y’all to hear it,” he tweeted, as he released the new track, “The
ABC/Eric McCandlessJust in time for Mother’s Day on Sunday, Sugarland has released the new track, “Mother,” from their forthcoming Bigger album. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush pay tribute to their own moms in the song, but its theme is universal. “One of the things
Comstock/ThinkstockActress Annette O’Toole recently signed on to join the cast of The Punisher on Netflix. But in 1981, she starred as the First Lady of Country Music in a made-for-TV movie on CBS. Can you name both the country icon and
ABC/Craig Sjodin;Randee St. NicholasCarrie Underwood returns to the show that made her a star on Sunday. The “Cry Pretty” hitmaker will not only mentor the top five American Idol contestants, she’ll also perform her latest single live. Judge Luke Bryan says there’s
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock If you missed Carrie Underwood‘s Thursday morning appearance on the Today show, you can watch the interview online now. Singer/songwriter Lori McKenna‘s new album, The Tree, comes out July 20. Tim McGraw‘s “Humble and Kind” and Little Big Town‘s “Girl Crush” are just two
Sunny MartiniShania Twain is back and better than ever, judging from the reviews and ticket sales for her new tour. The Canadian country/pop icon launched her NOW trek last week, with sold-out shows in Tacoma, Washington and Vancouver,
Broken BowCraig Campbell‘s first collection of new music in five years will arrive June 8. The See You Try EP takes its name from Craig’s current single, which was co-written by Florida Georgia Line‘s Tyler Hubbard. The seven-track set also includes
Triple TigersSome Nashville-area students may get a pretty spectacular lecture on the Kennedy assassination, thanks in part to Scotty McCreery. As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, the American Idol winner shared a tweet from educator Drew Van Huss. It seems author Brad
RCA Nashville You can add a new pup to the list of country’s most famous canines: Porter the dog, who belongs to “Hangin’ On” hitmaker Chris Young. Just like Brett Eldredge‘s pooch, Edgar, Porter has his own Instagram account. As of Thursday
ABC/Image Group LA Justin Timberlake‘s Nashville stop on his Man of the Woods Tour proved to be the perfect opportunity for a reunion with Chris Stapleton. The two became forever linked in November of 2015, when their performance
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Granger Smith, Gretchen Wilson and Colt Ford will all be brand ambassadors for John Rich‘s Redneck Riviera Whiskey. Part of the proceeds go to Folds of Honor, to help the families of veterans. RaeLynn‘s debut single for Warner Nashville, “Love
Comstock/Thinkstock These two classic country artists scored a top-ten hit in 1987 with “The Hand That Rocks the Cradle.” Can you name the two revered guitarists who sang this tune, which is especially appropriate for Mother’s Day?
ABC/Image Group LA When Jason Aldean‘s High Noon Neon Tour kicks off tonight in Kansas City, Missouri, he’ll be bringing along someone new: his baby son, Memphis, who was born at the beginning of December. “We’ve already had him
Country Music AssociationFor the second year in a row, Cracker Barrel will sponsor the free Country Roads Stage at Ascend Amphitheater during CMA Fest in downtown Nashville The nightly entertainment on the Riverfront in Music City kicks off
ABC/Image Group LA Trisha Yearwood is back in the studio working on her next album with longtime producer Garth Fundis. Trisha updated fans on her progress during a special edition of T’s Coffee Talk on Facebook, where she showed off her
City of HopeAmerican Idol alums Lauren Alaina and Trent Harmon are suiting up to play in this year’s City of Hope Celebrity Softball Game, taking place the weekend of CMA Fest. Football stars Jay Cutler and Marc Mariani will also join HGTV’s Property Brothers, Drew and Jonathan Scott, for the Saturday,
ABC/Image Group LA On Grammy night earlier this year, Neil Portnow, the head of the Recording Academy, sparked outrage when he told reporters that women need to “step up” to be better represented at the ceremony. Now the
Triple Tigers RecordsEven after winning American Idol and having #1 songs and albums like “Five More Minutes” and Seasons Change, Scotty McCreery is finding he can still fly under the radar, for the most part. “Flight attendant looks at me, realizing she
TC Restaurant GroupJason Aldean‘s Kitchen + Roof Top Bar is on track to open this June, in time for the 2018 edition of CMA Fest. The four-story, 27,000-square-foot complex is located between 3rd and 4th Avenue in
Comstock/Thinkstock Twenty-three years ago this week, this country superstar won his very first Academy of Country Music Award for Top New Male Vocalist. Can you name this singer, who took home the trophy in 1995? ANSWER: Tim McGraw.
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Dustin Lynch, Brett Young, Lauren Alaina, Justin Moore, Chris Janson, Chase Rice, Cam and Rodney Atkins join the lineup for the Gulf Coast Jam August 31-September 2 in Panama City Beach, Florida. Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia Line, and Eric Church will headline. If you missed Luke Bryan discussing American Idol Monday night
Black River EntertainmentThe video for Kelsea Ballerini‘s most recent #1 song, “Legends,” is nominated for both Female Video of the Year at the upcoming CMT Music Awards, and for the night’s top honor, Video of the Year. Kelsea
Kevin MayaLittle Big Town‘s Phillip Sweet, Shay Mooney from Dan + Shay, and the band A Thousand Horses were just some of the folks who turned out to support Florida Georgia Line‘s Brian Kelley and his wife Brittany Marie as they launched their new line of denim. Tribe
Academy of Country MusicSam Hunt, Dierks Bentley, Darius Rucker, and Alan Jackson are just some of the stars who’ll be front and center this year at the 12th Annual ACM Honors. Recent Country Music Hall-of-Fame inductee Alan Jackson will accept the Cliffie
ABC/Image Group LA Long before Maren Morris‘s “My Church” became her breakthrough, top-ten, Grammy-winning hit, she debuted it at Music City’s revered Bluebird Cafe. Next week, she’ll recreate that moment for a new documentary about the famed Nashville
Taylor StrategyAshley McBryde may be known for “A Little Dive Bar in Dahlonega,” but later this month, she’ll be doing her drinking a little closer to the source. The Arkansas native will kick off the 2018 Porch Sessions
ABC/Lou RoccoA group of senior citizens in East Tennessee got quite a surprise on Monday when Dolly Parton stopped by to pay them a visit. The hometown superstar dropped by to officially rename the “Sevier County Senior Center” the
CMTCarrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line, and Jason Aldean lead all nominees for this year’s CMT Music Awards: They have four nods each. Little Big Town — who could sweep three categories themselves — will host the fan-voted show when it airs
ABC/Image Group LA Since Reba McEntire released her most recent studio album, Love Somebody, in 2015, she recorded both a Grammy-winning gospel disc, Sing It Now: Songs of Faith & Hope, and a holiday collection, My Kind of Christmas. For her next
Comstock/Thinkstock In 1991, this song became John Anderson‘s comeback single, marking the first time he’d topped the country chart since 1983’s “Black Sheep.” Can you name it? ANSWER: “Straight Tequila Night.” Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights
ABC/Image Group LA In the tradition of classic country songs like “Straight Tequila Night” and “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off,” Dan + Shay have crafted their own ode to the most essential ingredient in a margarita. Dan Smyers admits,
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Lady Antebellum‘s Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood delivered the commencement speech Friday at their alma mater, the University of Georgia. Sugarland is set to perform their new single, “Babe,” Tuesday morning on Live with Kelly and Ryan. You can watch the
Warner Music NashvilleMorgan Evans may be “Losing Sleep” on his current tour with Chris Young, but the Australian newcomer is upping the ante for his next solo outing. In a trek called the 10 in 10 tour, Morgan will
Broken BowJason Aldean‘s currently spending his second week at #1 with “You Make It Easy” — and the song has just become the first country single of 2018 to be certified gold. But the news about his follow-up
Broken Bow RecordsDustin Lynch is taking a bit of a left turn with his latest single. The song, “Good Girl,” isn’t on his latest album, Current Mood, which just came out last September. The Tullahoma, Tennessee native says “Good
Allister AnnKenny Chesney offered up plenty of local flavor Saturday night, as he played for a sold-out crowd of more than 48,000 at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Bass player Harmoni Kelly wore a Prince t-shirt, as a tribute to the late
ABC/Image Group LA If you’re keeping count, Chris Young‘s Losing Sleep World Tour now has seven buses, six trucks and 25 sold-out shows to its credit. The “Hangin’ On” hitmaker notched his 25th sell-out of 2018 this weekend, as
ABC/Image Group LA Devin Dawson wrapped up his initial run with Brett Eldredge Saturday night at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom, after a string of sold-out shows. “This weekend we celebrated the end of the first leg of #TheLongWayTour,” the
PMK*BNC/Warner Music NashvilleJust days after wrapping the initial run of The Long Way Tour in New York City, Brett Eldredge is announcing he’ll be back for more. The 14-date fall leg will kick off September 13 in Denver, with
Comstock/Thinkstock Michael Martin Murphey scored his first major hit in 1975, with this song about a woman and her horse. Can you name his platinum single? ANSWER: “Wildfire.” Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Country Music Hall-of-Famer Charley Pride celebrated his 25th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry this weekend, with multiple appearances on the world’s longest-running radio show. Southern rock legend Lynyrd Skynyrd kicked off their Last of the
ABC/Image Group LA Now that Florida Georgia Line has been to the top of the charts with “Meant to Be,” their collaboration with pop star Bebe Rexha, the focus shifts to new music from their forthcoming fourth album. In the
Randee St. Nicholas/Capitol Records Nashville Carrie Underwood unveiled the music video for “Cry Pretty,” the first single from her upcoming album of the same name, on Sunday night. The emotional video shows the 35-year-old country superstar crying in the shower and while
ABC RadioThis weekend, fans will get a sneak peek at Sugarland‘s first tour in half-a-dozen years, as the duo plays dates in Oklahoma and Texas. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush previewed their Still the Same trek trek for a group of
ABC/Image Group LA Half a dozen of the hottest acts in country music will hit the plaza outside NBC’s Today show in the coming months for the show’s 2018 Summer Concert Series. Darius Rucker is the first country act on
Black River EntertainmentIt’s only been about a week since Kelsea Ballerini wrapped up her solo tour and then headed for Stagecoach, but she’s already itching to hit the road with Keith Urban. “LESS THAN A MONTH and already dreaming about
Comstock/ThinkstockForty years ago this week, Country Music Hall-of-Famer Barbara Mandrell recorded the song that would go on to become her first #1. Can you name the track from her album Moods? ANSWER: “Sleeping Single in a Double
Valory Music CompanyWorlds will collide Friday night, as Brantley Gilbert teams up with the Nashville Symphony for a special show at Music City’s Ascend Amphitheater. “The Ones That Like Me” hitmaker says the concept started out fairly
Randee St. Nicholas/Capitol Records NashvilleThe music video for Carrie’s Underwood‘s “Cry Pretty” is headed our way any day now. “Coming Soon… #Cry Pretty,” Carrie tweeted, along with a short preview. In the clip, we see Carrie —
Reviver Entertainment GroupKenny Chesney will throw one of the biggest Cinco de Mayo parties anywhere this Saturday, as his Trip Around the Sun tour brings him to US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. But even without the Mexican
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThiinkstockDolly Parton‘s classic, “9 to 5,” is included on the Deadpool 2 soundtrack. Both the album and the movie come out May 18. This year’s CMT Music Awards will air live from Nashville on Wednesday, June
© Grand Ole Opry/Photos by Chris HolloFor the first time in its 92-year history, the Grand Ole Opry is headed to Bonnaroo. Brothers Osborne, LANCO, Country Music Hall-of-Famer Bobby Bare, Old Crow Medicine Show and the Del
ABC/Randy HolmesChances are, anytime you’ve seen Luke Combs, he was likely wearing a black PFG shirt made by Columbia Sportswear. The shirt’s become such a part of the “Hurricane” hitmaker’s identity, there’s even one in the Country
ABC/Eric McCandlessSugarland is set to sing “Babe” for the first time on TV, next Tuesday on Live with Kelly and Ryan. While the recorded version features vocals by the song’s composer, Taylor Swift, a surprise appearance on
ABC/Mark LevineWhat would Maren Morris sound like doing her pop smash “The Middle” without DJ/producer Zedd and electronic duo Grey? You can find out, thanks to a new clip the Grammy winner posted on her socials. “5
Comstock/ThinkstockTen years ago this week, Trace Adkins performed this song on The Young & the Restless. Can you name the platinum-selling #1 song he sang on the CBS soap opera? ANSWER: “You’re Gonna Miss This.” Copyright ©
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCountry Music Hall-of-Famers Alabama and Charlie Daniels will play a September 26 benefit for Jacksonville State University, the institution near Anniston, Alabama, that was badly damaged by recent tornadoes. Jamey Johnson, Shenandoah and others will join
Mercury NashvilleThe world’s favorite Mexican drinking holiday isn’t until Saturday, but Maddie & Tae are getting a head start. “I’m actually hanging out with some friends on Thursday, and we’re pre-Cinco deMayo-ing,” Maddie Marlowe explains. “And my
© Grand Ole Opry/Photo by Chris Hollo Darius Rucker, Craig Morgan, Trace Adkins, Lee Greenwood and Kellie Pickler are joining forces with the Grand Ole Opry to Salute the Troops on May 22. The festivities will kick
ABC/Image Group LANow that “Tequila” has broken into country’s top 20, Dan + Shay are giving their fans a second taste of their forthcoming third album. Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney have been teasing that a new
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley will be part of the rotating panel of judges when The Gong Show returns to ABC this summer. The “Today” hitmaker joins new judges Jimmy Kimmel, Jason Sudeikis and Alyson Hannigan on the
Michele Crowe/CBS ©2018 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights ReservedEven if you’re a Grammy-winning celebrity, taking care of twins will put things into perspective for you. Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott admits she’s scaled back her glam routine now
ABC/Image Group LAThere’s something going on with Darius Rucker, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean and Charles Kelley — and all we know for sure is that it seems to have a Western theme. Both Darius and Charles shared
ABC/Paula LoboSummer in New York City’s Central Park just got a lot hotter, as ABC’s Good Morning America unveiled the lineup for its annual Summer Concert Series. Kelsea Ballerini is the sole country artist on the roster,
Shore Fire Media/Jimmy FontaineThanks to Live Nation’s National Concert Week promotion, from now through next Tuesday, you can buy a $20 ticket to hundreds of big-name shows, including tours by Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Keith Urban, Dierks
Comstock/ThinkstockSeventeen years ago this week, Giant Records released the debut single by Blake Shelton. Can you name this song, which eventually topped the country chart and went platinum? ANSWER: “Austin.” Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights
Burke/Triole Productions/ThinkstockMorgan Evans, Charlie Worsham, Delta Rae, Tyler Rich and Mitchell Tenpenny are just some of the artists who’ll play the Next from Nashville stage June 22-24 at Country LakeShake in Chicago. Ashley Monroe will play “Hands
AtlanticMichael Ray bid farewell to his twenties this past weekend, as the “Think a Little Less” hitmaker officially turned 30 on Sunday. The celebration, however, started last week in Chicago, thanks to a covert operation organized by his
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood sang the national anthem for the Nashville Predators on Sunday, before her husband Mike Fisher helped lead Music City’s hockey team to victory over the Winnipeg Jets in double overtime. Thanks to a
ABC/Image Group LALady Antebellum in no stranger to winning Grammy, CMA and ACM Awards, but when the 2018 Tonys are handed out this summer in New York City, the trio could take home an equally prestigious prize
Mercury NashvilleUSA Network is currently casting a new country music talent show that’ll be hosted by Shania Twain and Jake Owen. Titled Real Country, the competition will give up-and-coming acts the chance to compete for a spot
ABC/Image Group LA On the heels of winning Album of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards, Chris Stapleton’s From A Room: Volume 1 has now been certified platinum for sales of a million copies.
ABC/Randy HolmesWhen Russell Dickerson arrived at the party Monday in Nashville to celebrate his first #1, “Yours,” he was driving the reward he bought himself to mark the occasion: a vintage SUV. “I’ve just always loved the
Comstock/ThinkstockFormer San Quentin inmate Merle Haggard scored his first #1 in 1967, with this biographical song that was written by the parents of 1971 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Lynn Anderson. Can you name it? ANSWER:
ABC/Image Group LADierks Bentley penned his latest top ten hit, “Woman, Amen,” with Josh Kerr, one of the co-writers behind his 2014 #1, “Drunk on a Plane.” “Josh… brought that idea to me,” Dierks recalls, “And I
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockEric Church is set to play the Ohana Festival September 28-30 in Dana Point, California. Eddie Vedder, Mumford & Sons, Beck, and Norah Jones are also part of the diverse lineup. Newcomer Ryan Kinder heads out
© Grand Ole Opry/Photo by Chris Hollo For the second year in a row, Blake Shelton will play the Grand Ole Opry on the Thursday night of CMA Fest. Luke Combs, Josh Turner and Country Music Hall-of-Famers
ABC/Image Group LAKenny Chesney’s new album, Songs for the Saints, is coming July 27. Having just launched his Trip Around the Sun trek a couple weekends ago, the new project reflects what’s been going on in the
Allister AnnEven though there was snow on the ground and the temperature was in the thirties, nearly 44,000 fans still turned out to see Kenny Chesney this weekend in Wisconsin. The crowd at Miller Stadium in Milwaukee
Big MachineAbout five years ago, Taylor Swift and Pat Monahan, the lead singer of rock band Train, co-wrote a song called “Babe,” which was never released. This past fall, Taylor offered the song to Sugarland, for their
John Russell/NHLI via Getty ImagesCarrie Underwood and husband Mike Fisher may be just what the Nashville Predators need to make another run for hockey’s Stanley Cup. Fisher came out of retirement to play for the Preds again
ABC/Randy HolmesWhen you hear Ashley McBryde‘s breakthrough hit, “A Little Dive Bar in Dahlonega,” you might assume it’s based entirely on the personal experience of the singer. But that wasn’t the case, and in fact, it wasn’t
Comstock/ThinkstockTwenty-four years ago this month, this triple-platinum album by Reba McEntire was released. Can you name this album, which features the #1 hit “The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter?” ANSWER: Read My Mind. Copyright © 2018, ABC
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockPat Green raised more than $28,000 for the Hurricane Harvey Arts Assistance Grant by selling “Texas on My Mind” t-shirts. The Junior League of Beaumont will distribute the money. If you missed Morgan Wallen and Florida
ABC/Image Group LAKelsea Ballerini‘s latest hit is called “I Hate Love Songs,” and Jason Aldean admits that’s a sentiment he mostly shares. The only problem with that scenario? The three-time Entertainer of the Year’s latest #1 hit
© Grand Ole Opry/Photo by Rachael Black If you’re coming to Nashville for CMA Fest this June, you’d might as well take in a performance of the Grand Ole Opry, too. The world’s longest-running radio show is
AtlanticMichael Ray’s trying to make a relationship last in his top-20 hit, “Get to You,” and he acts out that same scenario in his new video for the track. As the clip begins, Michael’s at home packing,
ABC/Heidi GutmanNext Wednesday, Sugarland delivers the TV debut of two songs from their new album on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will perform the lead single, “Still the Same,” as well as the record’s
ABC/Image Group LAWith four words and a photo, Maren Morris announced “she’s ready to record” her sophomore album. In the picture, Maren’s engagement ring and wedding band are prominently displayed, as her hand hides the potential track
Big LoudThe debut album from Morgan Wallen, If I Know Me, arrives today, just as his collaboration with Florida Georgia Line is dangerously close to becoming his first top-ten hit. The East Tennessee native readily admits “Up
Comstock/ThinkstockBoth Jessica Lange and Beverly D’Angelo have portrayed this Country Music Hall-of-Famer on the big screen. Can you name the icon who was the subject of Sweet Dreams and a supporting player in Coal Miner’s Daughter? ANSWER:
Epic RecordsShe may no longer be a member of Fifth Harmony, but Camila Cabello has found someone new to harmonize with. She and Kane Brown have now released their duet version of Camila’s pop smash “Never Be
ABC/Image Group LAGraffiti U is the first album Keith Urban has recorded predominantly in his home studio in Nashville. He admits that likely didn’t affect the album in a huge way — though it may have inspired its
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockTrisha Yearwood‘s Summer in a Cup — which you can buy nationwide at Williams Sonoma — is the official cocktail of this weekend’s Stagecoach festival in Indio, California, where she and her husband Garth Brooks will
ABC/Image Group LAIf two, back-to-back sold-out nights a San Jose’s Rodeo Club weren’t enough, California native Brett Young got an extra surprise Wednesday night: Reps from his record label arrived with a platinum plaque for his most-recent
RCA NashvilleMichael Ray, Granger Smith, Walker Hayes and High Valley will all join Old Dominion on the newest leg of their Happy Endings World Tour. It kicks off October 27 in Roanoke, Virginia, with Canadian duo High
Sony/Warner Bros.There’s no doubt about it: Ashley McBryde can deliver a spot-on rendition of Cam’s “Diane.” Ashley and two of her bandmates recently recorded their take on the “Burning House” hitmaker’s latest single on their bus, and
Capitol NashvilleKeith Urban’s new album, Graffiti U, comes out on Friday, and ahead of the album’s release, he’s letting his “Horses” run. The Australia superstar shared a clip of the track, which features Canadian guitar-slinger Lindsay Ell,
ABC/Image Group LAHigh Valley will be hitting the road with Old Dominion this autumn. “Excited to announce that we will be heading out with Old Dominion on The Happy Endings Tour this fall,” brothers Brad and Curtis
ABC RadioWhen Garth Brooks takes the stage Sunday night to close Stagecoach in Indio, California, it’ll be his first festival appearance since coming out of retirement, and only his third concert of 2018. To say the CMA
Comstock/ThinkstockKnots Landing star Michele Lee played this soon-to-be Country Music Hall-of-Famer in the 1995 CBS-TV movie Big Dreams and Broken Hearts. Can you name her? ANSWER: Dottie West. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
ABC RadioThis week, Brantley Gilbert‘s been in Music City rehearsing for his May 4 date at Ascend Amphitheater with the Nashville Symphony. But on Wednesday, “The Ones That Like Me” hitmaker took a break to announce he’ll
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockDevin Dawson, David Nail, and Hunter Hayes are just some of the stars who took part in Monday’s 6th Annual NEEDTOBREATHE Classic at South Carolina’s Daniel Island Golf Club. The rock band’s annual event raised more
Big LoudMorgan Wallen is counting down to the release of his debut album on Friday by working the West Coast. The East Tennessee native headlines the famed Troubadour club in Los Angeles on Wednesday night, before making
ABC/Image Group LAPop star Camila Cabello is going a little bit country, with a little bit of help from Kane Brown. Variety reports the singer has teamed up with Kane for a duet version of her tune,
UMGWe’re learning more about the serious fall that left Carrie Underwood with a broken wrist and close to fifty stitches on her face, thanks to a new People article. The accident happened last November when Carrie was taking
ABC/Image Group LAMaren Morris is celebrating her one-month anniversary with Ryan Hurd by giving us an inside look at their wedding day. “One month ago, I married my best friend and we threw a kicka** wedding,” she
ABC Radio“Okay, so y’all like it COUNTRY!” Lee Ann Womack joked with the crowd, as she played the MusiCares benefit Tuesday night at AJ’s Good Time Bar in downtown Nashville. The 2001 CMA Female Vocalist of the
BMLG RecordsDrake White’s follow-up to his debut album, Spark, will be the new EP Pieces, which comes out digitally May 4. The Alabama native co-wrote two of the project’s five tracks, “Happy Place” and “The Best Is
ABC/Image Group LALindsay Ell has her first top-20 hit in the U.S. right now with “Criminal,” and appropriately, for the music video, she turned to a life of crime. “It was a very busy day,” she says
Comstock/ThinkstockThirty years ago this week, this country music couple, now divorced, hit #1 on the Billboard chart with “It’s Such a Small World.” Can you name them? ANSWER: Rodney Crowell and Rosanne Cash. Copyright © 2018, ABC
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleLuke Combs wrote his latest top-ten hit, “One Number Away,” shortly after relocating to Music City from North Carolina. His bandleader Rob Williford unknowingly set things in motion, by introducing him to co-writers Sammy
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockGranger Smith‘s new single will be “You’re in It,” from his When the Good Guys Win album. Drake White‘s new five-song EP, Pieces, will be released digitally on May 4. Zac Brown Band bass player Matt
ABC/Image Group LAMiranda Lambert is now in a relationship with the lead singer of the Turnpike Troubadours, Evan Felker, according to reports in both Us Weekly and In Touch. The band joined Miranda earlier this year on her
Mercury NashvilleCountry/pop superstar Shania Twain will host this fall’s Canadian Country Music Association Awards in her homeland. The September 9 ceremony will take place at FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton. “It’s such a pivotal moment in country music,”
ABC/Image Group LAPort Saint Joe, the new album from Brothers Osborne, is getting high praise from everyone from Miranda Lambert to Cheech & Chong…pun intended. On Monday night, TJ and John Osborne played The Late Show with
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban fans who turned out Monday night for a special Spotify preview of his new album got an extra surprise. Keith’s Oscar-winning wife, Nicole Kidman, joined him onstage to sing a few background vocals.
ATO RecordsTuesday night in Nashville, Lee Ann Womack headlines a show at Alan Jackson’s honky tonk to help MusiCares. Newcomer Jackie Lee and Texas favorites The Randy Rogers Band will also join the 2001 CMA Female Vocalist
ABC/Kelsey McNealFlorida Georgia Line grabs the 14th #1 of their career with “Meant to Be,” this week on the country airplay charts. At the same time, their collaboration with Bebe Rexha is also top five on the
Atlantic Michael Ray‘s top-20 hit, “Get to You,” is the lead single from his forthcoming sophomore album. On his second record, the Florida native says he’s giving his fans a glimpse at some of the things that
Comstock/Thinkstock Rodney Atkins scored his first #1 with this 2006 hit. Can you name it? ANSWER: “If You’re Going Through Hell (Before the Devil Even Knows).” Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Capitol NashvilleOne of the standout lyrics in Lady Antebellum‘s top-25 hit “Heart Break” is, “I’m sleeping like a queen in a California King I made.” Hillary Scott says it’s a line that she and co-writer Nicolle Gaylon championed. “It’s such an empowering lyric,”
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Lauren Alaina guests on Pickler & Ben on Tuesday. Check your local listings to see when the syndicated show airs in your area. Legendary Nashville singer/songwriter John Prine scores a career best this week, as his new album, The Tree of
Shore Fire Media/Jimmy FontaineZac Brown Band’s trip Down the Rabbit Hole will go on just a little bit longer. ZBB is adding four new September dates to its 2018 run, with stops in Las Vegas, Nevada; Saratoga
PRNewsfoto/Live Nation EntertainmentYou can score a $20 ticket to some of the hottest shows of the summer starting next Monday, thanks to Live Nation’s National Concert Week promotion. Big names like Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, Little Big
Columbia NashvilleTyler Farr’s record label calls his new song “2 minutes and 41 seconds of up-tempo, authentically-Tyler, turn-up-the-volume-and-singalong instant-familiarity.” But according to Tyler himself, “Love by the Moon” is about his bride. “Me and my wife Hannah
Mercury NashvilleIt’s been nearly two years since Maddie & Tae have put out a new single, but that all changes this Friday, with the new track, “Friends Don’t.” “It’s been a crazy past couple of years but
ABC/Image Group LA More than 55,000 fans turned out this past weekend to see Kenny Chesney kick off his Trip Around the Sun tour at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The eight-time Entertainer of the Year played 25
ABC/Image Group LA Reba McEntire’s stint as Colonel Sanders in those KFC TV commercials is coming to a close, as she’s replaced by the famously tan Hollywood actor George Hamilton. The 78-year-old will reprise his role as the “Extra Crispy
ABC RadioJake Owen has his fastest-rising single so far with “I Was Jack (You Were Diane),” his reinterpretation of John Mellencamp‘s classic hit from 1982. Though Jake was less than a year old when the original was released, he
Comstock/Thinkstock The Academy of Country Music proclaimed this artist the Most Promising Male Vocalist of 1975, based on his monster hits “Before the Next Teardrop Falls” and “Wasted Days and Wasted Nights.” Can you name him? ANSWER: Freddy
ABC/Fred LeeCountry music superstar Shania Twain rankled part of her fan base by saying she would have voted for Donald Trump if she were American. Twain, who’s Canadian, was asked by the UK newspaper The Guardian if she
ABC/Paula LoboOn Monday, Luke Bryan enters a new realm in his American Idol career, as the first live show of the season premieres tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The top 14 will perform, and eventually be narrowed down to
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Big Kenny, Kix Brooks, Chase Bryant, Jordan Davis, Lindsay Ell, Morgan Evans, Martina McBride, Michael Ray, Old Dominion, Reba and Chris Young are just some of the stars taking part in the 19th Annual Nashville Best Cellars Dinner Monday night. The event takes place at BMI in
Broken BowA week ago, Jason Aldean picked up his third consecutive Entertainer of the Year trophy at the Academy of Country Music Awards, and now he has a #1 album to match. Jason’s new disc, Rearview Town,
Big Machine RecordsTrent Harmon’s new video for “You Got ‘Em All” is every bit as heart-wrenching as the emotional single itself. The storyline draws on the real-life inspiration for the ballad, which Trent wrote in less than an hour
ABC RadioLess than a day after Jake Owen premiered his new video for “I Was Jack (You Were Diane)” at an exclusive event at the CMA Theater in the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the mini-movie is
ABC/Randy HolmesDierks Bentley started the week by performing his top ten hit, “Woman, Amen,” on the 53rd ACM Awards, and things only got busier from there. The Arizona native stayed on the West Coast for a Wednesday appearance on Jimmy
BMLGBrett Young will start the week begging for a little “Mercy.” The Academy of Country Music’s New Male Vocalist of the Year will perform his latest single Monday on Good Morning America. The show starts at 7 a.m. on
Atlantic Michael Ray stands in the foreground on the cover of his new album, Amos, with a framed picture of his grandfather — who inspired the album’s title — behind him. The photo sits on a chest of drawers,
Nick Walker“The Middle,” Maren Morris’ pop hit with DJ/producer Zedd, sounds like a typical upbeat dance song about love, but Maren feels that it’s also a reflection of what our society needs at this moment in time.
Comstock/ThinkstockK.T. Oslin‘s second #1 hit featured the line “There’s a wooden wonder from way Down Under they call a boomerang.” Can you name this song, which topped the Billboard chart thirty years ago this week? ANSWER: “I’ll
Big Machine RecordsSugarland has shared another track from their upcoming album Bigger, and it’s probably the one everybody’s most excited to hear. Titled “Babe,” the song features vocals by Taylor Swift, who co-wrote the song with Pat
EMI Records NashvillePort Saint Joe, the sophomore record from Brothers Osborne, arrives on 4/20, and it’s not exactly a coincidence that Friday’s date is also considered the unofficial holiday of pot smokers. After all, the project features
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Brad Paisley is extending his relationship with Sony Music Nashville, re-signing a long-term recording contract with Arista. The “Today” hitmaker has been at the label since launching his career in 1999. “Get Down South” will be
ABC/Image Group LA Kelsea Ballerini’s sweat session last Saturday morning in Las Vegas raised $5,000 for ACM Lifting Lives. The “I Hate Love Songs” hitmaker hosted the first-ever ACM Workout for a Cause last weekend, with celebrity
John Shearer/Getty ImagesIf you could use a little pick-me-up, all you need to do is check out Tyler Hubbard’s Instagram. “Somebody thinks I’m funny,” the Florida Georgia Line singer shared, along with an adorable video of himself
EMI Records NashvilleThe wait is almost over for the sophomore album from Brothers Osborne, Port Saint Joe, which arrives on Friday. And if you’re wondering if the record’s release date, 4/20, is a coincidence, just consider the
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagicReba McEntire’s been very open about the new man in her life, Anthony “Skeeter” Lasuzzo, posting photos on social media and even taking him on the red carpet at awards shows. Now, Reba’s former sitcom co-star and
Nicola Harger Thomas Rhett’s wife, Lauren, is launching her own line of jewelry to help the children of Uganda. It’s called Lauren Akins X Ladybird, and features your choice of seven necklaces, which all come with three
ABC/Image Group LA The campaign for a Reba reboot continues, and Reba McEntire wants your help to make it happen. “Call your congressman!” Reba joked backstage at Sunday’s ACM Awards. “I don’t know what’s gonna happen,” she went on. “I’ve been
Comstock/Thinkstock Forty years ago this week, this super-successful album of standards by Willie Nelson was released. Can you name this record, which went on on to sell more than five-million copies? ANSWER: Stardust. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Three-time CMA Musician of the Year Randy Scruggs died Tuesday at the age of 64, after a short illness. Born the son of bluegrass pioneer Earl Scruggs, Randy went on to be instrumental in the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band‘s Will
ABC/Image Group LA Any day now, we should get to hear the new collaboration between Sugarland and Taylor Swift. Taylor co-wrote the song, called “Babe,” which appears on the duo’s upcoming Bigger album, and she sings on it as well. It turns
MCA NashvilleIt’ll be Golden Hour on Saturday Night Live next month, as Kacey Musgraves is the musical guest on one of the final new episodes of the season. Kacey will perform new music from her third studio album, Golden Hour, on the May 12
ABC/Image Group LA Just days after we learned Chris Stapleton missed Sunday’s ACM Awards because of the birth of his twin sons, his wife and musical partner Morgane is revealing more about the two new little ones in their lives. “Thank
ABC/Image Group LA Cam just kicked off her Listening Room Series Tuesday night with a sold-out show in Portland, Oregon; and now she’s adding a rather impressive date to her itinerary: On Wednesday, September 26, the California native
BMLGHot off Midland’s free-wheeling appearance Sunday night in the ACM press room — where the trio showed up with their Budweiser tallboys — the New Vocal Group winners have gone right back to work. “Pure honky tonk magic
Sony Music Kane Brown’s self-titled debut returns to #1 on Billboard’s country albums charts this week, making it the set’s eleventh time at the top. Kacey Musgraves’ Golden Hour got in between Kane and #1 last week, but it now slips
Country Music AssociationIf you can’t grab a ticket to CMA Fest’s nightly stadium shows this summer, the Country Music Association once again is giving fans a free option. The venue typically known as Ascend Amphitheater in
ABC/Image Group LAOn this day in 2010, this artist became the first woman in history to win Entertainer of the Year at the ACM Awards twice. Can you name her? ANSWER: Carrie Underwood, who previously won the award
Randee St. Nicholas/Capitol Records NashvilleAfter debuting her new single, “Cry Pretty,” on Sunday’s ACM Awards, Carrie Underwood has now revealed that it’s also the title track of her upcoming album. Cry Pretty, her first for Capitol Records
BBR Music GroupJason Aldean started the week with a major performance on the 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards, followed up shortly after by winning his third consecutive Entertainer of the Year trophy. Since big TV appearances typically
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockRodney Atkins has announced his 2018 These Are My People Tour in support of his new single, “Caught Up In the Country.” The tour kicks off April 18 and runs through June 29. For more information and
Ben Ritter Kelsea Ballerini will spend the majority of her summer on the road as part of Keith Urban‘s 2018 Graffiti U World Tour, and Keith’s already passed along plenty of wisdom to the young star. In an interview
Allister AnnKenny Chesney knew he had to record “Get Along” as soon as he heard it, and the response the singer is getting to his new single reaffirms his belief in its message. “In every conversation I find
ABC/Image Group LADarius Rucker will return to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on June 4 for his ninth annual benefit concert for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Dubbed Darius and Friends, the concert will include performances by the country singer
Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images via ABCThe full list of nominees for the 2018 Billboard Music Awards has been revealed, and Chris Stapleton and Sam Hunt lead the country nominees, with five nods each. Sam finds himself nominated for both Top Country Artist
Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images via ABCFollowing the ACM Awards Sunday, Blake Shelton treated country fans to a surprise pop up show at House of Blues Las Vegas, and also brought along a few of his famous friends. With
ABC/Mark LevineSam Hunt won Single of the Year at the ACM Awards Sunday evening for his 34-week number-one, “Body Like a Back Road,” but when presenters Dustin Lynch and Nancy O’Dell called his name, Sam was nowhere to be found. No worries
BMLGSugarland will release their first album in nearly eight years on June 8, but you can hear the project’s title track now. Co-written by Kristian Bush and Jennifer Nettles, “Bigger” is a triumphant track with hand-clap rhythms and slick production that
ABC/Image Group LAOn this day in 2004, this mother and daughter duo made their Grand Ole Opry debut. Can you name them? ANSWER: The Judds. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
ABC RadioThere’s no doubt about it: Newcomer Jordan Davis is coming off one of the biggest weekends of his entire life. When he was in Las Vegas for this weekend’s ACMs, the Home State singer found out his debut single, “Singles
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockFlorida Georgia Line will perform “Meant to Be” with Bebe Rexha Wednesday on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Dierks Bentley is set to make an appearance Wednesday evening on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jason Isbell and his band, the 400 Unit, have announced a 2018
ABC/Craig SjodinLuke Bryan has a tough job on American Idol, figuring out which contestants get sent home and which ones go through to the next round. In an interview with Extra at the ACM Awards on Sunday in Las Vegas, the singer
ABC/Dick Clark ProductionsThe ACM Awards marked Carrie Underwood‘s return to the stage following a bad fall late last year, and the singer had a cheerleader in Miranda Lambert. Speaking to reporters following her three wins at the awards show
Francis Specker/CBSThe Backstreet Boys‘ AJ McLean wants it the country way. In an interview with Billboard at Sunday night’s Academy of Country Music Awards, AJ revealed he’s making a country album but, as he puts it, “I’m
ABC/Mark LevineMaren Morris has had a whirlwind month. Between getting married to Ryan Hurd, honeymooning in Bora Bora, celebrating her 28th birthday and performing at Sunday’s ACM Awards, the singer’s calendar has been packed, but she’s having a blast.
ABC RadioNewcomer Jordan Davis takes the No. 1 spot on the Billboard country airplay chart this week with his debut single, “Singles You Up.” The song is featured on his latest album, Home State, released last month. “From the bottom of my
ABC/Image Group LAFresh off winning three trophies at the ACM Awards Sunday evening — and welcoming twin boys into the world — Chris Stapleton has once again extended his 2018 All-American Road Show Tour. The trek includes added tour
ABC/Image Group LAFollowing Jason Aldean‘s third Entertainer of the Year win at the ACM Awards Sunday evening, he visited The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Monday, where he discussed returning to Las Vegas six months after Route 91 Harvest. Jason was
ABC/Eric McCandlessCam is the latest country star to serve as a mentor and performer on American Idol. It’s something she’s looking forward to doing. “There’s so many amazingly gifted kids that I think whoever wins this is just gonna
ABC/Image Group LAOn this day in 1969, this country legend filmed the first episode of his weekly ABC-TV show at the Ryman Auditorium, with guests Glen Campbell, Jeannie C. Riley and Joe Tex. Can you name him? ANSWER: Johnny Cash, who kicked
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockClay Walker has released his first single in nearly three years, “Working On Me.” “I’ve never enjoyed the process more than I did this time,” Clay says in a statement. “My voice feels better and stronger than
ABC RadioIt may’ve been all glitz and glamor onstage at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Vegas on Sunday, but backstage at the 53rd ACMs, things were decidedly low-key. New Male Vocalist winner Brett Young admitted he was
Academy of Country Music The 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards took place Sunday night in Las Vegas. The event was hosted by Reba McEntire and featured performances by Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert and many other artists. Below is
ABC/Image Group LAIf you’re going into Sunday’s 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards as the recently-crowned New Female Vocalist of the Year, you’d better bring it, when it comes to your fashion game. Lauren Alaina admits her
ABC RadioLast year, a week after the shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival, Michael Ray returned to Las Vegas to play for survivors and first responders at Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center. The Florida native partnered
Jeff RayIt’s been seven years since Scotty McCreery was crowned winner of American Idol. Now the singer’s hinting he’ll soon return to the show that made him famous. “Have you enjoyed watching the new season of @AmericanIdol so far? I have! Tune
ABC/Image Group LA Going into Sunday’s ACM Awards, Brothers Osborne already have quite an array of trophies to their credit: two Vocal Duo wins from the CMA, plus honors for New Vocal Duo and Vocal Duo of the Year
ABC/Image Group LALauren Alaina is enjoying many firsts this year, including her first-ever ACM Award and the launch of her first fan club. “I am so excited to announce that we have LAUNCHED my first ever official fan
ABC/Image Group LARascal Flatts were on hand to perform at the Nashville Predators’ first playoff game of 2018 Thursday night. The country trio kicked off the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs with their unique take on
ABC/Image Group LAAhead of the release of Dierks Bentley‘s ninth studio album, The Mountain, the singer is previewing some of the album’s tracks in a new four-part video series via Apple Music. The videos share fans’ stories of resilience,
Allister AnnKenny Chesney recently wrapped his final rehearsal for his 2018 Trip Around the Sun Tour, which gets underway April 21 in Tampa, FL. The production is unlike anything his fans have seen from him, with a state-of-the-art
ABC/Image Group LAWhen Lady Antebellum kicks off their co-headlining Summer Plays On Tour with Darius Rucker this summer, drummer Chris Tyrrell will be missing. But wife Hillary Scott says there’s nothing to worry about. Hillary tells People that Chris will be at home raising their three daughters.
ABC/Image Group LA Who was the most recent female artist to take home the Entertainer of the Year prize at the Academy of Country Music Awards? ANSWER: Taylor Swift, who won the trophy in both 2010 and
ABC/Image Group LA Cam and actor David Boreanaz are both set to present at Sunday’s Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. At first glance, the “Burning House” hitmaker and the star of SEAL Team might
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Watch for a profile of ACM Male Vocalist of the Year nominee Chris Young Friday on CBS This Morning. The show starts at 7 a.m. all across the country. Jake Owen, Morgan Wallen and Jillian Jacqueline will play the 14th annual Stars
Broken BowAs Jason Aldean‘s eighth studio album, Rearview Town, arrives on Friday, the two-time ACM Entertainer of the Year’s country/rock sound continues to evolve, while delivering plenty of the familiar elements his fans have come to expect.
BMLG Monday night’s American Idol episode featured the contestants singing with celebrity partners, including Sugarland and Pat Monahan, the lead singer of the band Train. Now it turns out that those two artists have something else in
Academy of Country Music AwardsLauren Alaina and Kane Brown will be getting social this weekend in Sin City. The former schoolmates and duet partners will serve as the official social media correspondents for both the Academy of Country Music’s Party for
Courtesy of CBS/ACMThis weekend, the country community returns to Las Vegas for its first major gathering since the tragedy last October at the Route 91 Harvest Festival. So it’s only fitting that the 53rd ACM Awards will
Kirsten BalaniMichael Ray wants to introduce you to Amos. That’s the title of the Florida native’s sophomore album, due June 1. It’s named after Michael’s late grandad, who fueled his love of country music. Michael started singing
Capitol Records NashvilleDierks Bentley has released the track listing for his new album, The Mountain, and it reveals that he got some help from some special guests. Brothers Osborne guest on the album’s first track, “Burning Man,”
Broken Bow RecordsJason Aldean is marking the release of his new album Rearview Town by making numerous TV appearances. Saturday and Sunday mornings starting at 9 a.m. ET, Jason will co-host CMT’s Hot 20 Countdown. Sunday night,
Courtesy Preston & Kristen BrustRight now, the life of LOCASH member Preston Brust reflects the title of their latest hit, “Don’t Get Better Than This.” Preston and his wife Kristen are expecting their second child. Their first,
ABC/Lou RoccoIn some ways, the pressure is off for Lauren Alaina this year, as she heads into the 53rd ACM Awards, already knowing she’s taking home the trophy for New Female Vocalist of the Year. Host Reba
Comstock/ThinkstockACM host Reba McEntire was first nominated for an Academy of Country Music Award in 1980, but she didn’t win. Can you guess who took home the Top New Female Vocalist trophy that year? ANSWER: Terri Gibbs,
ABC/Image Group LAIf you transport the entire country community to Sin City for a weekend — as the Academy of Country Music has done for the past 15 years — you get a party of epic proportions.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockCountry Music Hall of Famer Charlie Daniels celebrated his tenth anniversary as a Grand Ole Opry member Tuesday night with a performance on the famed stage. He’ll be the Spotlight Artist at Opry Country Classics May
ABC/Image Group LA Right now, Florida Georgia Line is only set to do a handful of festival dates this spring and summer, as they work to finish their fourth studio album, the follow-up to Dig Your Roots. They’ll do an
ABC/Image Group LALady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott says her 10-week-old identical twin girls are simply “a double blessing from the Lord.” That’s especially true, since Betsy Mack and Emory JoAnn joined Hillary, husband Chris Tyrell, and four-and-a-half year-old
Live NationBrantley Gilbert currently has a hot tour and a top-15 hit, both called “The Ones That Like Me.” In August, however, the Georgia-born hitmaker will head out with Kid Rock on his Red Blooded Rock N
Big Loud RecordsJake Owen’s tribute to John Mellencamp’s 1982 classic, “Jack & Diane,” wasted no time becoming a top-15 hit, and you can expect a new video to follow any day now. The treatment for “I Was
UMGThe only pretty tears you’ll get from Carrie Underwood are the glittery ones falling from her eyes on the cover of her new single, “Cry Pretty.” “You can pretty lie, and say it’s ok/You can pretty smile,
Academy of Country MusicThis year’s ACM Awards are headed back in time, to pay tribute to the year 1993. Just days before the show, the Academy of Country Music Announced the 53rd annual event will feature the
Comstock/Thinkstock Carrie Underwood‘s new single, “Cry Pretty,” continues a long tradition of country songs about weeping. Can you name the act that scored back-to-back number ones in 1978 and 1979 with “Tear Time” and “Golden Tears?” ANSWER: Dave
ABC/Image Group LA This weekend, the Nashville community returns to Las Vegas for the largest country music event since the tragedy at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in October. While the Academy of Country Music Awards will
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, and Thomas Rhett top the bill for this year’s Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City, Florida. Tickets for the August 31 through September 2 festival go on sale April 15. Don’t forget to
ABC/Image Group LA Reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean returns to Las Vegas this weekend, to potentially pick up the Academy of Country Music’s highest honor for the third time. It’s bittersweet for the Georgia native, who’s
ABC/Randy HolmesHow hot is Ashley McBryde these days? Well, for starters, she’s sandwiched right between Luke Bryan and Chris Stapleton on Billboard’s Hot Country Albums chart this week. In fact, Ashley’s debut album for Warner Nashville, Girl Going Nowhere, is the biggest debut from a solo
ABC/Image Group LA Look for Morgan Evans to show up on the next season of ABC’s The Bachelorette. Of course, the Aussie hunk won’t be a contestant, since he married Kelsea Ballerini in December. Instead, he’ll be singing. “It’s date night!” Morgan
The Valory Music Co.Thomas Rhett’s fourth single from his Life Changes album will be the title cut. And if you’re wondering just how true-to-life the tune is, consider this: TR even namechecks his career-defining hit, “Die a Happy Man,”
ABC/Kelsey McNealIt’s been eight years since a country act has topped Billboard’s pop airplay chart, but now Florida Georgia Line has fixed that. This week, FGL’s collaboration with Bebe Rexha, “Meant to Be,” ascends to #1 on the Radio Songs tally.
UMG NashvilleThere’s been lots of mystery surrounding Carrie Underwood ever since she suffered a serious fall last November, breaking her wrist and suffering a facial injury that required close to fifty stitches. Now she’s clearing the air and revealing
Michele Crowe/CBS ©2017 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights ReservedWhen Miranda Lambert had the chance to cover an Elton John song for the Restoration album and to perform it on tonight’s Grammy tribute on CBS, the reigning CMA and ACM Female Vocalist of the
Comstock/Thinkstock In 1972, this former 9th grade English teacher became the first female vocalist to win the Academy of Country Music’s Album of the Year honor by herself. Can you name both the artist and her winning
ABC/Image Group LAKelsea Ballerini‘s received an apology from a country news site for running a poll asking fans to choose which female artist they’re most looking forward to seeing at this Sunday’s ACMs. The Twitter poll from
ABC/Eric McCandlessOn American Idol Monday night, the good news was that 12 of the 24 American Idol finalists got to sing with some big-name stars. The bad news was that after they were done singing, five of them were sent home.
Michele Crowe/CBS ©2017 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights ReservedSince Little Big Town covers Elton John‘s “Rocket Man” on both the Restoration album and tonight’s Grammy Salute on CBS, it’s appropriate the foursome was over the moon about the opportunity. “We were coming out of our skin
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Kacey Musgraves debuts at #1 on the country albums chart this week with her latest record, which came in at #4 on the all-genre Billboard 200 tally. Kacey sold more than 49,000 copies of Golden Hour in its first week.
ABC/Image Group LA Maybe they should start calling it Together FOREVER in Vegas. Reba McEntire and Brooks & Dunn’s Sin City residency is so popular, they’re extending their run. Reba, Kix Brooks, and Ronnie Dunn are adding twelve more concerts to their 2018
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleAlmost exactly a year after Luke Combs’ debut album came out, it’s getting the deluxe treatment. The gold-certified This One’s for You was released on June 2, 2017, and on June 1 of this year, the cleverly-titled This
ABC/Image Group LA Chris Young’s impressive string of sold-out dates continued this past weekend, as he resumed the latest leg of his Losing Sleep World Tour, with stops in Corpus Christi and Hidalgo, Texas. In all, the
Allister AnnJust days after its release, more than 120 country stations are already playing Kenny Chesney’s “Get Along.” Such a strong response means the song about positivity and tolerance is already a top 30 hit. Kenny will play
ABC/Image Group LA Just days after a sold-out New York City stop on her Unapologetically Tour, Kelsea Ballerini is jetting to Los Angeles, ahead of one of the busiest weekends in country music. On Tuesday, she’ll make her debut
ABC/Image Group LA Ryan Hurd is a wanted man in his wife’s new video. Maren Morris took her then-fiance, band, management, and crew to Tucson, Arizona to shoot the western-themed clip for “Rich.” They all make cameos in the
Vincent Peters/ABC/Image Group LAWho’s the most iconic American Idol winner — Kelly Clarkson or Carrie Underwood? The answer is, don’t even ask that question unless you want to annoy both of them. After a Twitter feed called
Courtesy of CBS/ACMThe 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards are less than a week away, and this year’s host — Reba McEntire — is taking to television to promote it. Reba will make her first-ever appearance on The Late Late
Comstock/Thinkstock This all-female set of siblings from Lookout Mountain, Georgia became the Academy of Country Music’s Top Vocal Group in 1986. Can you name the foursome, famous for hits like “Mama’s Never Seen Those Eyes” and “Men?”
Chris Hollo for Grand Ole OpryGarth Brooks spent his Saturday night welcoming Country Music Hall of Famer Bobby Bare back into the Grand Ole Opry fold. The hitmaker behind tunes like “Detroit City,” “500 Miles,” and “Marie Laveau” had been
CBS Broadcasting, Inc.Carrie Underwood will give us the TV debut of her brand-new single this Sunday night at the Academy of Country Music Awards. The single’s actually coming out Wednesday at 6 a.m. ET, according to a
ABC/Eric McCandlessTonight, it’s Sugarland‘s turn to mentor one of the young musical hopefuls on American Idol. The recently reunited Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will perform tonight with contestant Gabby Barrett, though there’s no word yet on
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Parmalee is putting out a new Party Pack, just in time for summer. The six-song collection will arrive digitally on April 20, and includes the North Carolina band’s new single, “Hotdamalama.” Singer/songwriter Rachel Wammack‘s self-titled debut album is
ABC/Image Group LA When Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush surprised the world last November by appearing together on the CMA Awards, it was the first step toward a full-fledged Sugarland reunion. Now, a major tour and their new album, Bigger, are both on the
ABC/Image Group LA The relationship between Miranda Lambert and Anderson East is over for now, according to Us Weekly, which cites multiple unnamed sources. Their two-year relationship came to light following Miranda’s high-profile, surprise divorce from Blake Shelton in 2015. Blake famously united with fellow The Voice coach Gwen
BMLGThe cover of the new Sugarland album has been revealed, and it seems like Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush are continuing with their tradition of not appearing on their album art. Over the course of six records, the duo has appeared on the cover of
Allister AnnKenny Chesney wants us all to just “Get Along.” In his new single, the eight-time Entertainer of the Year urges us all to get past our differences, focus on love, and press on. The sing-along chorus drives
EMI NashvilleThe new single from Brothers Osborne, “Shoot Me Straight,” keeps on rocking just like their most recent top-ten hit, “It Ain’t My Fault.” But the second track just unveiled from their forthcoming sophomore album has more in
ABC/Image Group LA Walker Hayes’ breakthrough top-ten hit, “You Broke Up with Me,” has just been certified platinum by the RIAA. Walker found out the good news Thursday, as he played New York City’s Playstation Theater. “Still
ABC/Image Group LA We haven’t really seen much of Carrie Underwood since she hosted the CMA Awards at the beginning of last November. But now, that seems to be changing, at least on social media. Friday, Carrie posted a photo
ABC/Image Group LA Even though she barely missed winning season 10 of American Idol — thanks to her pal Scotty McCreery — Lauren Alaina admits she’s a little behind when it comes to the new version of the show on ABC. “I don’t
Comstock/Thinkstock The Judds may be better known as Wynonna and Naomi, but those don’t happen to be the names they were given at birth. Can you recall the pair’s original monikers? ANSWER: Christina and Diana, respectively. Copyright © 2018, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
ABC/Image Group LA On the new Elton John tribute album Restoration, Brothers Osborne recreate a 1970 composition from Elton and his longtime lyricist, Bernie Taupin. “Take Me to the Pilot” was originally the B-side of Elton’s first major hit, “Your Song.” Perhaps TJ and John Osborne‘s greatest feat
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Old Crow Medicine Show sets their new tour in motion April 20 and 21, with two appearances in Nashville on the Grand Ole Opry. Florida Georgia Line‘s current smash, “Meant to Be,” with Bebe Rexha, was certified
Big Loud RecordsAs Morgan Wallen’s breakthrough hit “Up Down” climbs the chart, his debut album, If I Know Me, is set to follow later this month. The East Tennessee singer unveiled the album’s artwork Wednesday night, after performing his collaboration
ABC/Randy HolmesThe Fourth of July celebration in Music City is known as Let Freedom Sing!, and this year, Lady Antebellum, Chris Janson and Lucie Silvas will help the annual event live up to its name. The free concert begins at 4 p.m. CT on
John Shearer/Getty ImagesFootball season got underway a little early in Nashville this year, as Florida Georgia Line put on a free concert Wednesday night to unveil the Tennessee Titans’ new uniforms for their upcoming 20th season. The crowd packed the
Comstock/Thinkstock Jake Owen enjoyed his first #1 with 2011’s “Barefoot Blue Jean Night.” His second chart-topper came with this romantic and vulnerable song, which spent two weeks at the pinnacle in 2012. Can you name it? ANSWER: “Alone
Reviver Kenny Chesney‘s on the verge of having a top ten hit with his pal, “Dust on the Bottle” hitmaker David Lee Murphy. Long before they recorded “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright,” their current single together, Kenny and David
The GreenRoomDierks Bentley‘s forthcoming album, The Mountain, was inspired by the time he spent in Telluride, Colorado, and now he wants to share that experience with his fans. The Arizona native is staging his very own Seven Peaks
Donald Kravitz/Getty ImagesAt age 79, Kenny Rogers was already winding down his final year of touring. But it looks like he may be forced to end his last stand early: He’s canceled his shows through the end of 2018.
Capitol NashvilleKeith Urban‘s new single, “Coming Home,” will be the opening song for his new record, Graffiti U, which is due later this month, on April 27. The Australian superstar revealed the details of his ninth studio album
Warner Music NashvilleSince he launched his first album back in 2001, Blake Shelton has racked up an impressive 25 number ones. But the Oklahoma native believes his latest single may be his most powerful song so far. “I feel
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Both Kane Brown‘s self-titled debut album and his current single, “Heaven,” have been certified platinum by the RIAA. Russell Dickerson performs his new single “Blue Tacoma” Thursday on Good Morning America. You can watch for the “Yours” hitmaker
Island Records/Universal Music Group NashvilleCome Friday, if you want to find out the story behind the making of the new Elton John tribute albums Revamp and Restoration, all you’ll need do is ask Alexa. Elton has teamed with Amazon Music for The Soundboard with
Allister AnnIf you haven’t quite figured out how you can make it to one of Kenny Chesney’s concerts this summer, the “Big Star” himself is ready to help you out. It gets even better from there: Kenny’s partnering
Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for SESACLady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott has her hands full these days, following the birth of her twin daughters in late January. Even with all the help she’s getting from husband Chris Tyrrell and nearly-five-year-old daughter Eisele, the timing’s not
