CMTThe stars are lining up for CMT’s Artists of the Year special October 20 in Nashville. Kelsea Ballerini will join Best New Artist Grammy winner Meghan Trainor and R&B troubadour Jill Scott to pay tribute to Artist of a Lifetime honoree Shania Twain. Kelsea’s Greatest Hits co-host Arsenio
Comstock/ThinkstockIn 1982, this band of cousins from the Heart of Dixie became the first group ever to win CMA Entertainer of the Year. Can you name them? ANSWER: Alabama. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Courtesy MasterClassIf you have aspirations in country music and you’ve ever wanted to learn from one of the best in the business, now is your chance! Reba McEntire is set to teach her own MasterClass via the
Sony Music NashvilleMiranda Lambert is hitting the road in support of her upcoming double album, The Weight of These Wings. Miranda’s Highway Vagabond tour, with special guests Old Dominion and Aubrie Sellers — who’s Lee Ann Womack’s
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockThe Backstreet Boys surprised the audience as Florida Georgia Line’s special guests Thursday night on the duo’s sold-out stop at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on the Dig Your Roots Tour. Kip Moore will release a new EP
Warner Music NashvilleWith his latest single “Middle of a Memory” firmly in the top five, Cole Swindell marked the number-one success of his last hit, “You Should Be Here,” at a party Thursday in Nashville. Though he’s
Warner Music Nashville Cole Swindell is off to the races, in more ways than one. The “Middle of a Memory” hitmaker is set to kick off this weekend’s Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City.
RCA Records NashvilleNot only is Chris Young releasing his first holiday album this year, he’s also teaming up with Toys for Tots to play Santa this season. The “Sober Saturday Night” singer will collect presents for the 69-year-old charity
ABC/Heidi GutmanRobin Roberts’ pre-awards specials have become a CMA tradition, and this year, for the 50th anniversary of country music’s biggest awards show, the Good Morning America anchor is doing something special. The former Music City resident
Pearl Records, Inc.Garth Brooks is back with the first single from his forthcoming, 11th studio album. If “Baby, Let’s Lay Down and Dance” sounds like classic Garth, it’s likely because it’s a collaboration between the writers of
Mark TuckerFor the first time in his career, Garth Brooks is headed for Hawaii. He’ll play two shows there December 10 with Trisha Yearwood to mark the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. “I can speak for Miss Yearwood
Comstock/Thinkstock The CMA Awards were televised for the very first time by NBC in 1968. Who hosted the show from Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium? ANSWER: Roy Rogers and Dale Evans. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Tanya Tucker has been forced to cancel her concert dates through Sunday, as she recovers from an upper respiratory infection in a Nashville hospital. Look for Martina McBride to perform “Blue Bayou” as a tribute to Linda Ronstadt Friday at
Photo Credit: Kristin Barlowe, Courtesy of Black River EntertainmentWednesday in an airplane hangar in Nashville, Kelsea Ballerini celebrated her third number one in a row, in an atmosphere that recreated some of the scenes from the “Peter
Photo Credit: Jeff LipskyIf you run into Carrie Underwood when she’s out and about living her everyday life, she warns you shouldn’t expect too much. In fact, she believes she’s pretty different than the superstar we’re used to seeing
Mercury NashvilleThis Friday, Shania Twain’s entire collection of recordings will be available on vinyl for the first time ever. Even though she’s only made four albums during her career, she remains the best-selling female country artist in history.
PRNewsFoto/American SupergroupJennifer Nettles and rocker Elle King just may be the two busiest women in country music. The Sugarland frontwoman has both a new single from her Playing with Fire album, titled “Hey Heartbreak,” as well as
Comstock/Thinkstock Starting his career, newcomer William Michael Morgan had a once-a-month date with this legendary Shreveport, LA show, often associated with Hank Williams and Jimmie Davis. Can you name it? ANSWER: The Louisiana Hayride. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockTyler Farr married his fiancée Hannah Freeman Monday in Nashville during a ceremony with family and close friends. The first printing of Country Music Hall of Famer Bill Anderson’s book, An Unprecedented Life in Country Music,
Broken BowThis afternoon in an airplane hangar near Nashville International Airport, Kelsea Ballerini will celebrate the success of “Peter Pan.” But it turns out the Neverland-inspired tune was more than her third number-one single in a row
BMLGTim McGraw hits the road next year on his Soul II Soul World Tour with wife Faith Hill, but you still have a handful of chances to see the superstar in 2016. One of those comes this
Arista NashvilleYou can get your first look at Carrie Underwood’s new black-and-white video for “Dirty Laundry” Wednesday on Entertainment Tonight. “It’s all about emotion and that moment when a woman has finally reached that point, after the
Warner Music NashvilleBlake Shelton may be on his fourth nomination for Favorite Country Male at the American Music Awards, but the star of The Voice isn’t taking it for granted. “It’s always exciting to get a nomination, especially one that’s
Warner Music NashvilleWith eight number-ones under his belt, including five he recorded himself, Cole Swindell picks up the mantle of NSAI Songwriter/Artist of the Year. The Georgia native accepted the award from the Nashville Songwriters Association International via video
Big Loud RecordsIf you’re a fan of Breaking Bad, you’ve probably noticed the reference to a “Walter White high” in Chris Lane’s breakthrough hit. But it wasn’t until the number-one party Monday in Nashville that writer Abe
Comstock/ThinkstockThis “Ode to Billie Joe” legend co-hosted the very first CMA Awards at Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium in 1967. Can you name her? ANSWER: Bobbie Gentry. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
ABC/Randy HolmesWhen Cam returned from her honeymoon in Tokyo and Bali Monday morning, she was welcomed home with good news. The two-time CMA nominee learned she’s also up for Favorite Country Female at this year’s American Music
Andrew Lipovsky/NBCBack in May, Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon subjected Blake Shelton to trying sushi for the first time. Monday, Blake got even by teaching Jimmy how to milk a cow. Fallon starts the recorded segment on the wrong
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockBrad Paisley helped the Grand Ole Opry celebrate its 91st birthday this past Saturday night, with the first live performance of his new single, “Today.” The Bellamy Brothers are set to appear Tuesday on Fox &
Mark TuckerNot only can you look forward to a new single from Garth Brooks on Thursday, you can also expect to start seeing his face at the grocery store. The Country Music Hall of Famer will appear
Photo Credit: Jeff LipskyCould baby number two be on the horizon for Carrie Underwood? The CMA Entertainer of the Year nominee discusses the possibility in her new cover story for Redbook magazine. “If my husband were at
Sweet Talk Publicity It’s been more than a year since Chris Janson’s breakthrough hit topped the charts, but “Buy Me a Boat” is still winning awards. This weekend in Nashville, his number-one from September 2015 was named
Country Music AssociationTop nominees Eric Church, Maren Morris, Keith Urban and Dierks Bentley all have secured performance spots at the upcoming golden anniversary of the CMA Awards. Eric and Maren each have a shot at taking home
Dick Clark ProductionsCarrie Underwood will compete against Adele, Beyonce and Justin Bieber for the coveted Artist of the Year trophy at the 2016 American Music Awards. The “Dirty Laundry” hitmaker is the most-nominated country artist overall, grabbing nods for Favorite Country Female and
Photo Credit: Justin McIntoshWhen Reba won her very first CMA Award for Female Vocalist of the Year back in 1984, she gave one of the most iconic acceptance speeches in the 50-year history of the show, paying tribute to
BBR Music GroupEven though Granger Smith’s new single, “If the Boot Fits,” is just now breaking into the top 20, he says it’s been a hit with the ladies in his life for a long time, especially his
Comstock/ThinkstockBryan White scored the biggest hit of his career so far with this hit from 1996, which spent two weeks at number one. Can you name it? ANSWER: “So Much for Pretending.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All
Capitol NashvilleFor all the fans who’ve ever wished they could get a better look at Luke Bryan’s famous booty — well, this weekend, thanks to the down-to-earth CMA Entertainer of the Year and social media, they came pretty
Warner Music NashvilleDan + Shay’s Shay Mooney is about to be a daddy! The prospective father made the announcement Saturday on social media. “Gonna have a new band member in the Mooney family,” he tweeted, along with a photo of
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock The Band Perry guests Monday on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where they’ll perform their latest single, “Comeback Kid.” Nineties hitmaker Bryan White lost his father Bud last Wednesday in a tragic car accident, according to his Facebook page. “Outskirts of Heaven” singer Craig Campbell sang
Mark TuckerFor two nights last summer, the cameras rolled as Garth Brooks took over Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, playing the first country concert in the iconic venue, as well as his first New York City show
Courtesy of Sony Music NashvilleFans who’ve been waiting for new music from Miranda Lambert will get a double dose of it come November 18. Miranda’s announced that her long-awaited new disc, The Weight of These Wings, will
Atlantic Records/Warner Music NashvilleIf you’ve yet to experience the powerful sound of Aubrie Sellers, tonight’s your chance. Though she’s often remembered as one of the little girls in mom Lee Ann Womack’s iconic “I Hope You Dance”
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan is having kind of a tough week. First, he was forced to cancel the first show of this year’s Farm Tour in Gaston, South Carolina Wednesday, because of Hurricane Matthew. Then on Thursday, Luke broke
Columbia NashvilleIf you’re judging by the latest issue of Billboard magazine, you can expect Maren Morris to follow in the footsteps of Sam Hunt, Carrie Underwood and Zac Brown Band. The “My Church” hitmaker is featured on
Comstock/ThinkstockCountry Music Hall of Famer Kenny Rogers scored his first number-one pop hit with this single from his Greatest Hits album in 1980. Can you name the song written by Lionel Richie? ANSWER: “Lady.” Copyright © 2016, ABC
BMLGTucker Beathard’s first EP may just be coming out today, but his reputation precedes him. When he was just a teenager, Tucker was the inspiration for Eric Church’s hit “Homeboy,” which was written by his dad Casey.
Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockJudging from Garth Brooks’ iconic g logo appearing in multiple ads in country music trade publications this week alongside the date 10.13.16, it looks like the G-man has some plans for next Thursday — potentially a
Mark Horton/WireImage“Today” is here. The new single from Brad Paisley, that is. Paisley released the track and an accompanying video Thursday. It’s an emotional clip, showing marriage proposals, weddings, children reuniting with parents who are military members,
ABC RadioIt’s been a busy week for Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, having already done a surprise show at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium and been inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame. So it sounds like the
ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban will be staying close to home this December 31. The Aussie superstar will bid farewell to 2016 by headlining the annual free celebration in Tennessee’s capitol. “What could be better than New Year’s
ABC/Image Group LACalling it an “unreal experience” to see fans and his hometown supporting one of his favorite causes, Thomas Rhett managed to rake in more than a quarter-million-dollars for the 147 Million Orphans organization Tuesday night
Warner Music NashvilleEven though William Michael Morgan happens to have the number-one song in the country right now, he’s still not too busy to give back. While in town for this week’s Circle in the City performances at New
Comstock/Thinkstock Fifteen years ago this week, this Houston-based sitcom about a recently-divorced single mother made its debut on the WB. Can you name the show starring the woman who is arguably country music’s most famous redhead? ANSWER: Reba.
Mercury NashvilleBilly Currington claims the eleventh number-one of his career this week, as “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To” ascends to the top of Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. “It’s a song that I wrote and to be honest,
ABC RadioToday, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary. Wednesday in Nashville, the superstar couple celebrated with their induction into the Music City Walk of Fame. Reba did the honors, welcoming Tim and Faith as the 73rd and 74th stars
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Blake Shelton will headline the American Kickoff Concert at Falcon Stadium at The Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on September 16 of next year. The Sun Diner will open October 20 on 3rd Avenue
UMGNearly a year after his career-making turn at last year’s CMA Awards, Chris Stapleton will be stepping up to accept another honor. ASCAP will give him its Vanguard Award at its 54th annual ceremony in the days leading up
Mark TuckerHurricane Matthew is forcing Garth Brooks to further alter his schedule of concerts this weekend in Orlando, Florida. The country superstar already moved his Thursday night show to Sunday at 3 p.m. Now, he’s rescheduling his Friday night
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan’s Farm Tour: Here’s to the Farmer EP debuts at number one on Billboard’s country albums chart this week, after more than 32,000 fans picked up a copy in its first week of release. That’s enough for
ABC RadioRocker Elle King visited Music City on Tuesday, celebrating the chart-topping success of her CMA-nominated duet with Dierks Bentley, “Different for Girls.” But the number-one luncheon at Nashville hot spot Moto wasn’t the only reason she was in town.
Comstock/Thinkstock Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers scored their second number-one country hit with this duet from 1985. Can you name it? ANSWER: “Real Love.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
ABC RadioIf you were keeping count Tuesday at Faith Hill and Tim McGraw’s first-ever concert together at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, the numbers go something like this: four duets, a half-dozen hits apiece, and two country music superstars who couldn’t be
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery and sibling John Michael Montgomery will helm the 4th Annual Montgomery Brothers Charity Golf Event October 9 and 10 at Old Bridge Golf Club in Danville, Kentucky, to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research
Mark TuckerHurricane Matthew is leaving a growing number of cancelled country concerts in its wake. On Monday, this weekend’s Beach Town Music Festival in Vero Beach, Florida, was postponed, after the governor declared a state of emergency
Becky Fluke; Courtesy of Tim and Faith. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are hitting the road together in 2017. During a performance at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Tuesday night, the married couple announced the Soul2Soul The
CMTShania Twain will be the first female ever honored with the Artist of a Lifetime Award during the 7th annual CMT Artists of the Year special later this month in Music City. Last year, CMT marked the career accomplishments of Kenny
Capitol NashvilleHurricane Matthew is interfering with Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour. The CMA Entertainer of the Year has been forced to cancel the first date on his eighth annual trek, which was to be Wednesday at Culler Farms in
ABC/Image Group LAYou can add t-shirt designer to the list of accomplishments for both Dierks Bentley and Florida Georgia Line. While music is clearly the main passion for Dierks and FGL, they’ve also each taken time to design a $25
Comstock/Thinkstock Larry Gatlin scored his very first number one with this hit from 1978. Can you name it? ANSWER: “I Just Wish You Were Someone I Love.” yright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Warner Music NashvilleThis week, newcomer William Michael Morgan makes history as “I Met a Girl” takes up residence at the top of the country chart. Penned by Sam Hunt, Old Dominion’s Trevor Rosen and Shane McAnally, the lead single from William Michael’s debut album Vinyl now
RB/Bauer-Griffin/GC ImagesCountry superstar and national treasure Dolly Parton mare her first-ever appearance Monday night on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Kimmel was genuinely excited to welcome Dolly, who for her part seemed tickled to be there. She wrote a
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Dolly Parton guests Tuesday on The Real. Check your local listings to see when the syndicated talk show airs in your area. Toby Keith will be the featured speaker at Country Radio Seminar on Friday, February 24 in
Mark TuckerThousands of people have paid to see Garth Brooks during his ongoing World Tour, and now, some lucky fans will get the chance to see the superstar for free. Garth will play Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater on October 24,
BMLGThomas Rhett is gearing up for the release of Tangled Up Deluxe later this month and the launch of his first headlining tour early next year, but tonight in Nashville, he’ll be focused on a project that’s even closer to
AtlanticNew duo High Valley’s major label debut, Dear Life, is set to come out November 18 on Warner Music Nashville. It features brothers Brad and Curtis Rempel’s first top-30 hit, “Make You Mine.” Raised in Canada,
AtlanticIt’s been more than a year since Hunter Hayes released a song to radio, but that’s all about to change. The Louisiana native recently celebrated his 25th birthday by giving fans a sneak peak of his new
The GreenRoomAnd the award for best tour name goes to Dierks Bentley! The “Different for Girls” hitmaker will head out on the What the Hell World Tour January 19 in Dayton, Ohio, with his pals Cole Swindell
Sony Music NashvilleSo far, the details are few about Miranda Lambert’s upcoming sixth album, but we do know what the cover will look like. The reigning CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year tweeted a faux Polaroid photo of
Photo by Rick Diamond/ACM2016/Getty Images for dcpThere’s good news and bad news when it comes to the mysterious Sam & Audrey show Tuesday night at the Mother Church of Country Music. It turns out Samuel Timothy McGraw
CMAWith the 50th Annual CMA Awards now less than a month away, the “Forever Country” furor continues to grow. Now that the all-star mashup of “Country Roads, Take Me Home,” “On the Road Again,” and “I Will
Comstock/Thinkstock This Brooks & Dunn hit won the CMA Award for both Single and Music Video of the Year in 2006. Can you name the second single from the Hillbilly Deluxe album? ANSWER: “Believe.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights
BMLGTwenty years ago on October 6, 1996, newcomers Tim McGraw and Faith Hill surprised the country music world by tying the knot. On Wednesday, October 5 of this week, the now-superstars will commemorate their union by appearing to accept their stars
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock If you missed Brett Eldredge Friday on the Today show, you can catch his “Wanna Be That Song” performance online. Sugarland’s Kristian Bush is pitching in to help MusiCares bring music to the bedsides of those who need encouragement. You can
ABC/Image Group LA If you think Luke Bryan’s latest top-five hit sounds a lot like his triple-platinum smash from 2011, the CMA Entertainer of the Year tells ABC Radio he’s just fine with that. In fact, that’s just
MCA Nashville Strait out of the Box was a huge hit, selling more than eight million copies since it came out in 1995 — and now it’s getting a sequel. George Strait will release a new three-disc, 56-track collection
ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan’s Kill the Lights Tour may be heading into the home stretch in October, but the CMA Entertainer of the Year is squeezing in at least one more chance to do a good deed
Capitol NashvilleJon Pardi’s recent number one, “Head Over Boots,” was inspired by a trip he took with his dad to a Texas dance hall, and when it came time to shoot the music video, there was only
Comstock/Thinkstock The self-titled debut album by the CMA’s 1996 Female Vocalist of the Year was released exactly 30 years ago this week. Can you name the traditionalist who scored her first number-one with “Timber, I’m Falling in
Photo Credit: Kristin Barlowe, Courtesy of Black River EntertainmentKelsea Ballerini is busy working on the follow-up to her debut album, which so far has yielded three number-ones. For the final single from The First Time, she’s circling back to
Webster Public RelationsThere’s no denying Dolly Parton has the gift of gab, and she’ll be at it again Monday when she sits down with the ladies of The Talk. You can catch the icon’s chat with Sharon
ABC/Image Group LANever let it be said that Eric Church and Lee Ann Womack aren’t prepared to suffer for their craft. The CMA winners are set to headline the second annual BMI Maui Songwriters Festival December 1-3
ABC/Image Group LAMiranda Lambert is planning a major celebration for the grand opening of her new Pink Pistol store in her hometown of Lindale, Texas. She’ll kick off the yearly event known as Pinktoberfest with a block
Comstock/Thinkstock What was the most recent song by Randy Travis to top the country charts? ANSWER: 2002’s “Three Wooden Crosses.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
BMLGYou’ll soon be able to play the slots with Tim McGraw. Mr. “Humble and Kind” rolled out his signature slot machine this week at the G2E Gaming Expo in Vegas, making quite the entrance. Tim descended from the
Warner Music NashvilleNot only does William Michael Morgan have his first top-five hit with his debut single, the Mississippi native also has a real shot at number one with his version of Sam Hunt’s “I Met a Girl.” While Sam
Capitol NashvilleWith a booty like Luke Bryan’s, it’s bound to get grabbed. The hip-shaking CMA Entertainer of the Year discussed his fans’ propensity to get a little handsy Wednesday on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. It’s gotten to be such
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Randy Houser, Kellie Pickler and Chuck Wicks will join Darryl Worley for his 15th Annual Tennessee River Run Saturday, October 8 in his hometown of Savannah. It’s part of a weekend full of events to raise money for the “Awful, Beautiful
Photo by Mike Windle, Getty Images for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Tuesday night in Los Angeles, Vince Gill hosted his ninth on-the-road version of All for the Hall, a concept he pioneered to raise money
Warner Music NashvilleWednesday night, Dan + Shay are set to do their new single, “How Not To,” in their first-ever performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! You can catch the show at 11:35 p.m. ET on ABC. You
Warner Music NashvilleIt’ll be an early morning this Friday in New York City for Brett Eldredge. The Illinois hitmaker is booked to end the week by performing his latest top-25 single in the 8 a.m. hour of the Today show. “’Wanna
Comstock/Thinkstock In 2000, this then-11-year-old became the youngest artist ever to chart a top-20 country hit with “One Voice.” Can you name this current contestant on The Voice? ANSWER: Billy Gilman. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights
CMAFrom the very beginning, “Forever Country” was billed as the biggest single and video in the history of country music — and now, it’s officially lived up to its name. This week, the CMA-commissioned mashup of John Denver’s
Courtesy The Valory Music Co.With the kind of year Thomas Rhett’s had, it’s hard to believe he’s never done a headlining tour — until now. TR will kick off his 2017 Home Team Tour in Saginaw, MI
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Country Music Hall of Famer Brenda Lee will accept the Casino Entertainment Legend Award Wednesday in Las Vegas, Nevada. She’s the first woman to take home the honor, following in the footsteps of Jerry Lewis and Wayne Newton. Dan+Shay stay up
Reviver RecordsAfter a decade of struggling to make it, this week LOCASH celebrates their second top-ten country hit in a row. Through the years, Preston Brust and Chris Lucas admit they’ve learned a thing or two about perseverance. “This is ten years in
Capitol NashvilleAfter three sold-out shows on his Kill the Lights tour this past weekend — one in Phoenix and two in Los Angeles — Luke Bryan is staying on the “Move.” The CMA Entertainer of the Year will play
Capitol NashvilleDierks Bentley was so hyped up on the first night of his sold-out, two-night stint at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Monday, he just couldn’t stop playing, eventually extending his set so long he went past
Photo by Chris Hollo/Grand Ole OpryFuneral services for Country Music Hall of Famer Jean Shepard will be Friday at 1 p.m. CT in her hometown of Hendersonville, Tennessee, with visitation beginning at noon on Thursday at Hendersonville
Mercury NashvilleKacey Musgraves will mark the release of A Very Kacey Christmas by mounting a headlining tour with the same name. The eight-date trek kicks off November 26 in Windsor, Ontario, before making its way to Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium
Comstock/Thinkstock Twenty-five years ago this week, this Garth Brooks album debuted atop the Billboard country albums ranking, where it would stay for 33 of the next 36 weeks. Can you name the “Rodeo”-themed record? ANSWER: Ropin’ the Wind. Copyright © 2016, ABC
ABC RadioKeith Urban is set to play the Australian equivalent of the Super Bowl this Sunday. He’ll take the stage at ANZ Stadium in Sydney, as close to 100,000 fans turn out to watch the National Rugby League
Blue Chair Bay/Columbia NashvilleKenny Chesney will be honored with the President’s Award November 1 at the 64th Annual BMI Country Awards in Music City. The precursor to the next night’s 50th Annual CMA Awards takes place at the
BMLGThe main character in Justin Moore’s “You Look Like I Need a Drink” is about to imbibe based on the impending breakup of his relationship. But Justin himself can raise a glass for an entirely different reason. This
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Aaron Lewis’ new project Sinner debuts at number-one on both the Billboard 200 album chart and the country tally as well this week. Country Music Hall of Famers the Oak Ridge Boys are rolling out their own brand of pickled
Mark TuckerMove over John, Paul, George and Ringo— Garth Brooks is pulling up beside you in the passing lane! The Recording Industry Association of America bestows diamond certification on an album when it’s sold more than ten million copies. Previously, Garth and the Beatles were tied,
BMLGThomas Rhett’s latest single is “Star of the Show,” one of five new tracks from the forthcoming deluxe edition of his sophomore album. “’Star of the Show’ is one of those songs that I have lived with
Warner Music NashvilleDressed in a black suit and white shirt with a popped collar, Brett Eldredge leans against a deep red wall, casually tossing a silver ball in the air. That’s the cover that sets the tone
BMLGJust weeks after scoring a number-one album with Kinda Don’t Care, Justin Moore now has a number-one song to match. “You Look Like I Need a Drink” is officially the sixth chart-topper of the Arkansas native’s career
BMLG Fresh off their gig this weekend co-hosting CMT’s Hot 20 Countdown from their Dig Your Roots show in Des Moines, Iowa, Florida Georgia Line is headed back to your TV. This week, Jana Kramer won’t be the only country artist on Dancing with
Broken BowJason Aldean promised to deliver some unforgettable surprises for his fans around the release of his chart-topping new album, They Don’t Know, and the ACM Entertainer of the Year is certainly living up to his word. Friday before
Comstock/Thinkstock Country Music Hall of Famer Jean Shepard achieved her only number-one hit with this 1953 recording with Ferlin Husky. Can you name their war-themed duet? ANSWER: “A Dear John Letter.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
BMLGJennifer Nettles is gearing up for a busy fall. Not only is she putting out “Hey Heartbreak,” the second single from her sophomore solo effort, Playing with Fire, she’s also releasing her new holiday collection, To Celebrate Christmas. On November
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Darius Rucker shot the music video for his new single, “If I Told You,” atop the Capitol building in Los Angeles last week. George Strait presented singer/songwriter Jim Lauderdale with the Lifetime Achievement Award at last week’s Americana Awards
ABC/Randy HolmesCam is officially off the market. The “Burning House” hitmaker wed commercial real estate agent Adam Weaver Saturday evening in the desert town of Joshua Tree, California, according to People. One hundred forty guests watched Cam walk down the aisle
Photo by Chris Hollo/Grand Ole OpryCountry Music Hall of Famer Jean Shepard passed away Sunday morning in Nashville at the age of 82, after being placed in hospice care late last week. The outspoken proponent of traditional country music
BMLGRascal Flatts’ follow-up to 2014’s Rewind will be the trio’s very first holiday collection, titled The Greatest Gift of All. “It probably seems crazy that we waited this long to release a Christmas record,” Jay DeMarcus says. “We just wanted to do it
Arista NashvilleNashville’s Bridgestone Arena may typically be the home turf of Predators’ captain Mike Fisher, but on Thursday night, it was his wife’s turn. Fifteen-thousand fans, including Kelsea Ballerini and Dan+Shay’s Shay Mooney, all turned out to see Carrie Underwood’s hometown stop on
Warner Music NashvilleThe Circle in the City concert series will continue into the fall in New York City’s Bryant Park. “I Met a Girl” hitmaker William Michael Morgan will play the October 3 show, while RaeLynn is sure to do her
Image Credit: Becky FlukeWhile Miranda Lambert hasn’t explicitly discussed whether her new album addresses her divorce from Blake Shelton last year, the reigning CMA and ACM Female Vocalist of the Year does open up a bit in
Comstock/Thinkstock Seventeen years ago this week, Tim McGraw spent the first of five weeks atop the Billboard country chart with this song from his A Place in the Sun album. Can you name it? ANSWER: “Something Like That.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio.
Warner Music NashvilleWith two number-ones in row under their belts, Dan+Shay admit it can be hard to decide which song to release to radio next. But Dan Smyers says the duo turned to some familiar allies to
Warner Music Nashville Having just wrapped the Good for a Good Time tour with Darius Rucker and Dan+Shay this summer, Michael Ray is now ready to strike out on his own this fall. He’ll kick off a
BBR Music Group Joe Nichols proved he’s a champion multi-tasker this past weekend in the Golden State, pulling double duty by headlining the California Beer Festival in Ventura and surprising two sold-out crowds in Anaheim by opening
Reviver RecordsJust as they’re enjoying their second top-ten hit in a row, LOCASH is now officially one of the Ones to Watch. They’ll headline 17 dates on the Live Nation tour of the same name, starting November 17 in
Comstock/Thinkstock Jimmy Wayne scored his only number one so far on the country charts with this tune in 2008. Can you name his chart-topper? ANSWER: “Do You Believe Me Now.” Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Chris Stapleton took home Artist of the Year honors at the 15th Annual Americana Awards Wednesday night at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Charlie Daniels raised more than $100,000 for The Journey Home Project during his September 13
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan releases his first-ever Farm Tour EP this Friday, and he’s been giving fans on his Kill the Lights tour a preview. But he admits the first time he ever played the track “Southern Gentleman,” he hadn’t exactly
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan is certainly no stranger to doing a little hip-shaking, but he primarily turns the dancing duties over to his co-star in his latest music video. As the video begins, the casually dressed CMA Entertainer
Blue Chair Bay/Columbia NashvilleWhen Kenny Chesney’s Cosmic Hallelujah arrives October 28, it’ll boast eleven tracks and a black-and-white cover photo shot on the Jersey shore. Originally titled Some Town Somewhere, the collection began to evolve after the superstar from East Tennessee
Courtesy NBC PublicityDolly Parton has often joked that she patterned her look after the town trollop when she was growing up, but the entertainment icon is taking it one step further in her new TV movie. She’ll
ABC RadioSimplicity was the watchword when Keith Urban set out to shoot the video for his latest single, “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” last month in Los Angeles. Filmed in black and white at Five Star Bar, the clip includes
Comstock/ThinkstockAmerican Made may be the name of Justin Moore and Lee Brice‘s headlining tour next year, but it’s also the title of a #1 hit from 1983. Can you name the Country Music Hall of Famers who
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Charlie Daniels will celebrate the opening of his new exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum with an interview and performance in the CMA Theater on Saturday, October 29 at 2 p.m. “Million
Broken BowThis week, Jason Aldean lives up to his ACM Entertainer of the Year title, debuting at number one on both the country albums chart and the all-genre Billboard 200 ranking. But the Georgia native says winning the coveted ACM crown
CMAIf you’ve had a hard time figuring out exactly when each of the 30 CMA-winning artists sings on the Country Music Association’s “Forever Country” single, making that distinction just got a whole lot easier, as the history-making
RCA NashvilleIconic soul trio Boyz II Men is just one of the legends who’ll join Chris Young on his first holiday collection, which comes out October 14. The “End of the Road” hitmakers add their touch to Chris’s take on “Silent
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley is the latest artist who’ll be honored with his own exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The West Virginia native’s display will showcase instruments, stage clothes, song manuscripts, awards
BMLG/CurbJustin Moore and Lee Brice will head into 2017 co-headlining the American Made Tour, with up-and-coming artists William Michael Morgan and Brett Young trading off opening duties. “It’s very exciting to get back out there as a
Comstock/Thinkstock Dolly Parton took “I Will Always Love You” to the top of the country charts twice. Can you recall the years Dolly’s signature song was #1? ANSWER: 1974 and 1982. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley is adding half a dozen more free shows to his Country Nation College Tour this fall. Brett Young, who has his first top-15 hit with “Sleep Without You,” will open four of the dates, with Chase
CMABy now, most country music fans have heard “Forever Country,” the CMA’s new recording that combines 30 award-winning artists in a new mashup of John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You,” and Willie
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock The Cadillac Three performs Tuesday on Late Night with Seth Meyers. You can catch the show at 12:35 p.m. ET on NBC. The Recording Industry Association of American certified Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush” triple platinum last month,
Capitol NashvilleDierks Bentley’s duet with Elle King, “Different for Girls,” not only ascends to the top of the country chart this week, becoming the 15th number-one of his career so far– it’s also just been certified gold
Big Loud RecordsRascal Flatts surprised Chris Lane with a gold record on the last stop of the Rhythm and Roots Tour Saturday night in Indianapolis, Indiana. That signifies the newcomer’s breakthrough number-one single has sold half-a-million copies. “I’m excited to
Cover Art Courtesy of Big Machine RecordsJennifer Nettles is getting some superstar help To Celebrate Christmas this year, as she releases her first solo holiday collection on October 28. Idina Menzel, who’s perhaps best known as the
Columbia NashvilleAfter spending much of the year recovering from vocal surgery, Tyler Farr returns to radio with his new single, “Our Town.” “Man, there’s a lot of anger, hate and straight up disrespect for others that seems
Comstock/Thinkstock Who is the first artist to sing on the CMA’s all-star “Forever Country” single? ANSWER: Brad Paisley. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
NBC/David LaChapelleAs a new cycle of The Voice premieres tonight on NBC, veteran coach Blake Shelton admits he’s shaking in his boots at the addition of superstars Alicia Keys and Miley Cyrus to the panel. “I don’t
ABC Radio“LET THE PRANKING BEGIN,” Kelsea Ballerini tweeted Saturday before her final Rhythm and Roots show with Rascal Flatts and Chris Lane in Noblesville, Indiana — and boy, did it ever! The insanity started when a barrage of Chris clones invaded the stage during his
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Jana Kramer is set to dance the tango Monday night on Dancing with the Stars, to the tune of “I Don’t Want to Be” from the show she was on, One Tree Hill. Trisha Yearwood’s signature fragrance is now
Dolly Records/RCA NashvilleThough her signature song “I Will Always Love You” may be her best-selling tune, Dolly Parton has often said that “Jolene” is her most-covered composition. Now, it’s Dolly herself who’s putting a new spin on
Legacy Recordings/SonyEven though she’s been forced to postpone some upcoming dates as she recuperates from minor surgery after a recent fall, Loretta Lynn certainly isn’t slowing down in other respects. Next month, the 84-year-old will release her
MCA NashvilleMore than 34,000 fans joined George Strait in a gigantic sing-along last weekend, as he played his new single “Goin’ Goin’ Gone” during two sold-out shows at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. It’s the third release
EMI NashvilleEric Paslay’s fall headlining tour will take its inspiration from his latest single, “Angels in This Town,” with the Texas-born son of missionaries continuing to make “angel visits” along the way, surprising those who work to
CMAThe new single, “Forever Country,” was set in motion by the CMA to celebrate 50 years of its iconic awards show. Only in country music, maintains Carrie Underwood, could you manage to take 30 celebrated artists and have
Comstock/ThinkstockTwenty-four years ago this week, the soundtrack for this classic country music film starring George Strait was released. Can you name it? ANSWER: Pure Country. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
CMAAt 8:30 a.m. ET Friday morning, fans in the U.S. and around the world got their first chance to hear “Forever Country,” the biggest single and music video in country music history. If you’re wondering how the
CMAFriday morning at 8:30 a.m. ET, we’ll finally get to hear the much-anticipated premiere of “Forever Country.” Commissioned by the Country Music Association to mark a half-century of the CMA Awards, the new recording by 30 CMA
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Trisha Yearwood gets in on the conversation with the ladies of The Talk on Friday. You can catch the show starting at 2 p.m. ET on CBS. Love and Theft’s debut single on Curb Records is called “Candyland.”
Warner Music NashvilleWhen Blake Shelton takes his place in his spinning red chair Monday for the season 11 premiere of The Voice, there will be plenty of changes — at the top of the list, the addition
Photo: Target CorporationIf you were checking out Garth Brooks’ Facebook page on Thursday afternoon, you would’ve spotted the Country Music Hall of Famer hanging out with the Target dog and playing a red-and-white Target-themed guitar — and there’s a
Warner Music NashvilleWhat better way to celebrate three number ones in a row than with a bar crawl in Nashville? Well, that’s exactly what Cole Swindell did this week in Music City. The party started at South on Demonbreun
BMLGBreakout star Tucker Beathard is working so hard these days, he admits the success of “Rock On” hasn’t quite sunk in yet. “I’m always either writing songs or so focused on the next show, the next set
Capitol NashvilleThere was perhaps no more famous — and certainly no more loved — dog in country music than Dierks Bentley’s longtime companion, Jake. He was on the cover of Dierks’ first album, appeared in quite a few videos,
Comstock/Thinkstock Four years ago this week, this superstar country trio originally from Columbus, Ohio, received their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Can you name them? ANSWER: Rascal Flatts. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
Getty Images via ABCEver since Blake Shelton starting dating Gwen Stefani — the relationship was confirmed in November of 2015 — there has been speculation that the two singing stars would tie the knot. Now, US Weekly reports that the big
BMLGWith his song about anticipating the end of a relationship knocking on the door to number one, “You Look Like I Need a Drink” hitmaker Justin Moore has something of an usual confession to make. “Knock on wood, I’ve
Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty ImagesTim McGraw and Faith Hill are getting their own stars on the Music City Walk of Fame. The husband-and-wife superstars will be inducted into Nashville’s answer to the Hollywood Walk of Fame during
RCA Records NashvilleYou can add Chris Young to the list of country artists who’ll be crooning a holiday tune this season, as the “Sober Saturday Night” singer prepares to release his sixth career album, It Must Be
BBR Music GroupLouisiana native Trace Adkins is turning his Saturday night show into a chance to help his home state. He plans to donate his fee from his September 17 concert at Delta Downs in Vinton, Louisiana,
Photo Courtesy of Bloomingdale’sThey may have each started out as a “Girl in a Country Song,” but Maddie & Tae have now made the leap to New York City’s Fashion Week. This Thursday, the two will perform at Bloomingdale’s
Comstock/Thinkstock Thirteen years ago this week, this former Nashville Star contestant and future Female Vocalist of the Year signed with Epic Records. Can you name her? ANSWER: Miranda Lambert. Copyright © 2016, ABC Radio. All rights reserved.
ABC/Image Group LABlake Shelton is hoping you’ll spend the day with him on the set of his next music video — and it’s all for a good cause. On the heels of giving $600,000 to the children’s hospital
CMAThe countdown is on to Friday morning’s release of “Forever Country,” the new single commissioned by the Country Music Association to mark 50 years of the CMA Awards. Put together by super-producer Shane McAnally, the new recording combines Dolly
Arista NashvilleCam will soon be able to add “motivational speaker” to her resume. The “Burning House” hitmaker has been booked to both speak and sing at the University of Nevada’s TEDx conference next January in Reno. “I’ve
BMLGFor Thomas Rhett, it may’ve seemed like just another amped-up Saturday night opening for Jason Aldean on the Six String Circus tour. But last weekend’s stop in Irvine, California, held a little something extra in store. Backstage, TR’s team surprised
ABC/Image Group LAIf you weren’t one of the 50,000 fans lucky enough to take in Luke Bryan’s sold-out show Saturday night in Minneapolis, the CMA Entertainer of the Year is giving you another chance to check out
Dolly Records/RCA NashvilleJust days after the release of her 43rd album, Pure & Simple, Dolly Parton is busy making the media rounds in New York City to promote it. She started the day Tuesday on Fox &
Broken BowYou should soon start seeing Jason Aldean starring in a new ad with his dad Barry, promoting Dick’s Sporting Goods’ Field & Stream brand. The “A Little More Summertime” hitmaker says his new gig as the company’s brand ambassador
BMLGRonnie Dunn’s forthcoming solo album is a star-studded affair, having been produced primarily by Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus, and boasting collaborations with both Ronnie’s longtime musical partner Kix Brooks and their Vegas residency co-headliner Reba. But the title track comes from an
BMLGJustin Moore’s nonchalance is apparently paying off. His new album, Kinda Don’t Care, just debuted at number-one on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, while emerging at number-four on the all-genre Billboard 200 tally as well. This week, the set’s lead release,
Warner Music NashvilleNot only are Dan + Shay celebrating the second number-one of their career this week with “From the Ground Up,” they’re also getting ready to launch a new headlining trek this fall. The Obsessed Tour, which takes
Time Inc.Brad Paisley may be wearing a simple navy shirt and jeans on the cover of the September issue of Southern Living, alongside his CMA co-host Carrie Underwood, who’s clad in a glamorous shoulderless olive dress with a metallic belt.
Dove Shore/Essential Broadcast MediaOld Dominion‘s hitting the road. The band announced their 31-date Meat and Candy tour Monday morning on ABC’s Good Morning America. The headlining trek kicks off one month from today — Sept. 22 in
ABC/Image Group LAWith the rap and R&B influences in his music, Sam Hunt not only finds himself with the opportunity to collaborate with other artists outside his home genre — he’s also proud to say he’s bringing new fans
Dolly Records/RCA NashvilleDolly Parton’s publicist recently joked that even though the icon’s latest album is called Pure & Simple, it’s actually anything but that! While the title refers both to a new song and to the collection’s
Arista NashvilleJust as Carrie Underwood is packing for the second leg of her Storyteller tour, she’s also doing a little “Dirty Laundry” too. You should start hearing the American Idol winner’s new single on Monday, a little
Warner Music Nashville“You don’t know how long I’ve waited to share this with ya’ll!” newcomer William Michael Morgan shared on Facebook, revealing the cover of his debut album. “I wanted to share it with you, my fans,
CMTNewcomer Maren Morris will team up with 15-time-Grammy-winner Alicia Keys for a new episode of CMT Crossroads. Set to record in the coming weeks in Nashville, it’ll be the first CMT appearance for the R&B sensation and
Warner Nashville Cole Swindell’s new video for his top-20 hit, “Middle of a Memory,” premieres Saturday on CMT Hot 20 at 9 a.m. ET, just as the Georgia-born singer announces the details of his third annual Down Home Tour,
BMLGAs Drake White’s debut album comes out today, lots of folks may not be familiar with the newcomer, save for his top-25 single, “Livin’ the Dream.” But that’s okay, because the Hokes Bluff, Alabama, native says he knows
ABC/Image Group LAThis holiday season, you’ll be able to hear the album Brett Eldredge has waited his whole life to make, as he delivers his first Christmas collection. “I’ve been inspired for this record from a very
ABC/Image Group LAFor the first time since the breakthrough success of his platinum-selling Traveller album, Chris Stapleton is heading to the Great White North. Pre-sales for his 2017 Canadian dates start next Wednesday, with tickets available to
ABC/Rick RowellYou could think of it as drinking for a good cause. Lee Brice is partnering with UV Vodka to help its Salute to Heroes program, which works to find meaningful employment for veterans and their spouses. From now
RCA NashvilleEven a major storm couldn’t keep Old Dominion from playing for fans in their home state. After 75 mile-per-hour winds damaged the 31st Street Stage at Virginia Beach’s Neptune Park Wednesday night, the five-member-band decided the
Dolly Records/RCA NashvilleWhile the internet is buzzing with talk of a potential collaboration between Dolly Parton and Adele, the East Tennessee glamazon admits it was actually the British superstar’s look that first caught her attention. “I do makeup all the
BMLGJustin Moore was supposed to celebrate the release of his new album Kinda Don’t Care with a pop-up concert in Music City, and an after-show nosh at Waffle House. But the Arkansas native ended up doing a whole lot more
Luke Bryan‘s party in the Caribbean just doubled its intensity. The CMA Entertainer of the Year is welcoming Blake Shelton onboard for his third annual Crash My Playa getaway in Riviera Maya, Mexico. “[This] has become one of my
Warner NashvilleBlake Shelton is weighing in with the final word on a series of tweets that some have called racist, homophobic and sexist. “Everyone knows comedy has been a major part of my career and it’s always been
ABC/Image Group LABoth Keith Urban and Little Big Town will Stand Up to Cancer this year, performing during the annual fundraising special to raise money to fight the disease. It’s a cause that’s extremely personal for both the Australian superstar and the CMA
ABC/Randy HolmesNext year, Eric Church will forego an opening act on his Holdin’ My Own tour, but that was not the case at one of his recent sold-out shows at Red Rocks in Colorado. In the starting spot? “Burning
Capitol NashvilleOf all the songs on his new album Ripcord, Keith Urban says his new release, “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” has always been a standout favorite. “I’m just glad it’s coming out,” the Australian superstar tells ABC Radio, “because a
Broken Bow RecordsJason Aldean’s forthcoming album includes at least one noteworthy guest star — Kelsea Ballerini. The ACM New Female Vocalist of the Year joins the ACM Entertainer of the Year on the track “First Time Again.”
Courtesy BMLG/Photo Credit: Sheryl NieldsIn addition to selling 23 million albums and 31 million downloads, and notching 16 career number-ones, Rascal Flatts can add one more accomplishment to the list. This weekend, the trio played for their
Mark TuckerNBC’s Sunday Night Football may have Carrie Underwood singing its theme song, but now CBS has Garth. Garth Brooks has recorded the new song “Pure Adrenaline,” which will kick off each Saturday’s SEC Game of the Week. The new opening will premiere September
ABC/Image Group LAFour-time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Martina McBride will be showing fans some love this fall. She’ll kick off her Love Unleashed Tour October 14 in Missouri, with new duo High Valley joining her
Warner Music NashvilleSo far, there’s no comment from Blake Shelton’s camp after new attention to a series of now-deleted tweets that seem to have originated from Blake’s Twitter account. This weekend, @MusicFactsTea shared a series of screengrabs
Getty Images via ABCBeing on the road isn’t keeping Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani apart. Blake joined Gwen on stage at her Dallas tour stop this weekend, where they performed their duet “Go Ahead and Break My
Arista NashvilleBrad Paisley’s 2015 college tour was so successful, he’s doing it again this year. He’ll kick off his 2016 campus trek Sunday, September 4 in Orlando, right before Florida State takes on Ole Miss. The West
PRNewsFoto/Cracker Barrel Old Country StoreIf you happen to have visited a Cracker Barrel this weekend, you probably noticed the new line of home goods, clothes, jewelry and kids’ toys designed by Reba. The Country Music Hall of Famer
Capitol NashvilleOn the heels of California Sunrise becoming the first number one album of his career, this week, the lead single from Jon Pardi’s latest record follows suit. Though he grew up in the Golden State, the idea for “Head
Shay Mooney and Hannah Billingsley; Rick Diamond/ACM2016/Getty Images for dcpDan + Shay‘s Shay Mooney put a ring on it. He’s engaged to Hannah Billingsley, a former Miss Arkansas USA. He made the announcement Friday in an Instagram
ABC/Image Group LA It seems Christmas may’ve come a little early for Brett Eldredge this year. At the party celebrating the number-one success of “Drunk on Your Love,” Warner Nashville label head John Esposito revealed Brett has
UMG NashvilleSaturday night in Nashville, Vince Gill celebrates a quarter-century as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Now he’s in the Country Music Hall of Fame, but as an aspiring artist, it was always his dream
BMLGNext weekend, Zac Brown Band plays two sold-out shows at Fenway Park. But if you can’t come to Boston, the “Castaway” hitmakers are making it possible for you to experience the shows anyway. Both the Saturday and
Dolly Records/RCA NashvilleWhen Dolly Parton’s new album, Pure & Simple, comes out next Friday, look for the entertainment icon to do a little name-dropping, specifically referencing one British superstar with whom she’s particularly taken — Adele. “I love her, love
UMG NashvilleThe Band Perry took advantage of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity Thursday morning, debuting their new single “Comeback Kid” live on the beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during NBC’s coverage of the Summer Olympics. The trio got the
BMLGFriday not only marks the release of Justin Moore’s fourth studio album, Kinda Don’t Care, it’ll also be the day of the national television debut of his top-ten hit “You Look Like I Need a Drink.” The Arkansas native
Warner Music NashvilleIn between starting the week with a performance on ABC’s Good Morning America and picking up the Good for a Good Time tour Friday night in Bristow, Virginia, Dan+Shay’s Dan Smyers found time to be
ABC/Image Group LAMaddie & Tae are marrying the attitude of their music with fashion, designing a new line of clothes for Bloomingdale’s. AQUA x Maddie & Tae will be available in mid-August both in stores and online. “[It]
Capitol NashvilleLady Antebellum helped Musicians on Call raise more than $100,000 Tuesday night during an invitation-only event at Nashville’s Hard Rock Café. Hunter Hayes, Eric Paslay and Lindsey Ell honored Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood by putting their spin on their favorite Lady A tunes. Musicians
BMLG It’s ironic that Justin Moore decided to call his fourth studio album Kinda Don’t Care, since in fact, the Arkansas native cares a lot. “I do, I’m proud of it, man!” he confesses. “The title actually was me just
PFA Media/Concord Music GroupAfter parting ways with her longtime label earlier this year, Sara Evans has found a new recording home. The “Suds in the Bucket” singer has signed with Concord Music Group, with her next effort
ABC/Image Group LAEric Church will launch his Holdin’ My Own tour next January in Lincoln, Nebraska, hitting more than sixty cities before wrapping with two nights at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena in May. He made the announcement via
Courtesy Academy of Country MusicThe stars will be out at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday, August 30, as the Academy of Country Music records the 10th Annual ACM Honors, which will air as a TV special for
UMG NashvilleThe Band Perry is proudly carrying the torch for their country in Rio. Earlier this year, the U.S. Olympic team chose the trio’s “Live Forever” as their official song, and Wednesday night, the siblings will perform at
ABC/Image Group LABrett Eldredge was totally upstaged by his companion at his latest number one party Tuesday in Nashville. The culprit? His new Weimaraner puppy Edgar, who came home with him last month. It just happens that the song
Capitol NashvilleYou can step into the studio with Keith Urban, as he takes fans into the session where he recorded his new single, “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” in a new behind-the-scenes video. “I just fell in
Capitol NashvilleDierks Bentley will get the crowd warmed up before the first official game of the pro football season this year, as the Denver Broncos take on the Carolina Panthers in a rematch of Super Bowl 50.
EMI NashvilleLady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott has had plenty of number-one albums with her bandmates Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood, but this week, she accomplishes a new feat with her mom, dad and little sister that she never has with the boys. The
Arista NashvilleCarrie Underwood is transforming her 2014 hit with Miranda Lambert, “Something Bad,” into the new theme for Sunday Night Football. NBC gave fans their first taste of “Oh, Sunday Night” with a 15-second clip Monday during
RCA NashvilleJake Owen has driven the love bus all the way to number one. That’s the nickname the Florida native gave the 1966 Volkswagen van that’s pictured on the front of his new record. This week, his fifth
EMI NashvilleBrothers Osborne are striking out on their own this fall. TJ and John will kick off The Dirt Rich Tour September 22 in Rosemont, Illinois. The trek takes its title from a track off their Pawn
Capitol NashvilleKeith Urban is slowing it down just a bit. For his fourth single from Ripcord, the Australian superstar is putting out the ballad “Blue Ain’t Your Color.” All the previous releases from the album — “John
Courtesy of Big Loud Records/Photo By: Delaney RoyerJust days after the release of his new album, Girl Problems, newcomer Chris Lane officially has the first number one of his career. “Fix” tops both Billboard’s Country Airplay chart
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley is putting his spin on the iconic Nationwide jingle. The West Virginia native is the country face of the insurance company’s new Songs for All Your Sides campaign, expanding on the well-known musical phrase
BMLGAs with any good party, there are essential elements to get the good times going, and Florida Georgia Line says that is certainly true when they hit the road on tour. “Man, we’re pretty simple,” Tyler Hubbard says. “We don’t have
