You can’t make this stuff up. A fraternity that was banned from the University of Missouri as a recognized student organization because of alcohol—and buttocks—violations has issued a challenge to Carrie Underwood. The Sigma Pi fraternity of Columbia, Mo., posted a Twitter video yesterday (April 25) with their challenge: If the Nashville Predators beat the…… MORE
Sara Evans Headlines George Michael Tribute To Benefit Unlikely Heroes
Sara Evans is bringing some “Faith” to Nashville Tuesday night (May 2) when she headlines a tribute concert for the legendary pop singer, George Michael at City Winery. George, who passed away in December 2016, was a 80’s & 90’s pop star who began his career in the popular group Wham!, before moving onto a…… MORE
Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery, Little Big Town and More Shine at T.J. Martell Annual Best Cellars Dinner [Photo Gallery]
Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery and Little Big Town (sans Kimberly Schlapman) enjoyed an evening out Monday night (April 24) at the T.J. Martell Foundation’s 18th Annual Nashville Best Cellars Dinner at the Omni Hotel in Nashville. For it’s 18th year, the Best Cellars Dinner brought together award-winning chef’s, who prepare a four-course menu for the…… MORE
Exclusive Premiere: Listen to Mitchell Tenpenny’s “Alcohol You Later”
Nashville native Mitchell Tenpenny has been making a name for himself over the last few years by plying his unique brand of swampy, soulful country music, as well as distinguishing himself in the writing room (he co-penned Granger Smith’s Billboard Top 10 hit, “If the Boot Fits”). As Mitchell gears up for the July release…… MORE
Little Big Town Launches New “Boondocks” Merchandise Line [Photo Gallery]
Little Big Town held an industry-only event last night at the Grand Ole Opry House to announce the launch of their new merchandise line, Boondocks, which takes its moniker from the band’s 2005 Top 10 hit of the same name. So excited to announce our #Boondocks collection and celebrate at the @opry tonight! [link in…… MORE
Shania Twain Announces June Release of New Single, “Life’s About to Get Good” — New Album Coming in September
With more than 75 million albums sold worldwide, Shania Twain is the top-selling female country artist of all time. In September, Shania will add to her record-breaking total by releasing her first new studio album in 15 years. But fans won’t have to wait until September to hear Shania’s upcoming single, “Life’s About to Get…… MORE
Faith Hill’s Daytime Talk Show With Co-Hosts Kellie Pickler and Ben Aaron Gets the Green Light; Debuts Sept.18
UPDATE: Aug. 25, 2017 – Faith Hill shares teaser video for Sept. 18 debut. Coming to your TV Sept. 18th! Im so excited for everybody to see @picklerandben. 📺 A post shared by Faith Hill (@faithhill) on Aug 25, 2017 at 9:24am PDT Faith Hill is adding yet another feather to her cap as executive…… MORE
Party Like It’s 1970 With Brad Paisley, Kimberly Williams-Paisley and “The Blair Garner Show”
Brad Paisley and his wife, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, are teaming up with The Blair Garner Show to host the first-ever Disco Party to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. The event will take place at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon on Sunday, June 4. The cause is near and dear to the Paisley family, as Kimberly’s mother suffered from dementia.…… MORE
Darius Rucker Gets Stealthy for Special Episode of “Undercover Boss”
Darius Rucker is getting stealthy for a special episode of CBS’ Undercover Boss on May 12. The country star will travel to Austin, Texas, on an undercover journey to discover the next great musical acts. During his time incognito, Darius runs an open mic night, works as a roadie and visits Austin’s famous Sixth Street…… MORE
Who’s New: Temecula Road
Members: Sisters Maddie (vocals) and Emma Salute (vocals, mandolin), Dawson Anderson (vocals, guitar) Home: Temecula, Calif. Single: “What If I Kissed You” Website: temecularoad.com Twitter: @temecularoad INSIDE SCOOP The teen trio of sisters Maddie, 16, and Emma Salute, 17, and Dawson Anderson, also 17, honed their harmonies in the relatively small Southern California town of…… MORE
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Eric Church Announces 2025 Free The Machine North American Tour
On Wednesday (April 30), Eric Church announced the dates and details of his 2025 Free The Machine Tour of North America. The 22-date arena tour starts in Pittsburgh on September 12 and finishes in Los Angeles on November 15, hitting cities like Philadelphia, Boston, Detroit, and Seattle along the way. Church will be joined by…
Jessi Alexander Shares Her Journey From Fledgling Artist To Hit Country Songwriter
Prior to being honored during Variety’s Power of Women: Nashville event, Jessi Alexander spoke with the publication about her journey from fledgling artist to blockbuster country songwriter. Alexander broke gender stereotypes in the Music Row writers’ rooms by penning chart-topping hits like Lee Brice’s “I Drive Your Truck,” Miranda Lambert’s “Things That Break,” Blake Shelton’s…
Minority Stake In Morgan Wallen’s Catalog Sold By Big Loud For $200 Million
Nashville-based label Big Loud, home to Morgan Wallen, has reportedly sold a minority stake in the country superstar’s master recordings to Chord Music Partners for over $200 million. The deal is for a minority holding in Wallen’s first three studio albums, which includes his blockbuster 2023 double album, One Thing at a Time. The deal…
2025 ACM Awards Will Open With 12-Minute “Songs Of The Decades’ Medley, With Special Collaborations Planned During Ceremony
The 2025 ACM Awards will begin with a 12-minute music showcase honoring ACM Award-winning Songs of the Year over six decades. The segment will feature Clint Black, Dan + Shay, Wynonna Judd, Reba McEntire, LeAnn Rimes, and Sugarland, and will likely include hit songs like “Tequila,” “Why Not Me,” “Blue,” and “Stay” in the medley.…
Lainey Wilson Set To Make Feature Film Debut In Colleen Hoover’s ‘Reminders Of Him’
Lainey Wilson will make her feature film debut in the Universal adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s best-selling novel, Reminders of Him. The Grammy-winning country superstar will join a star-studded cast that includes Maika Monroe, Tyriq Withers, Rudy Pankow, and Lauren Graham, with the film set to be directed by Vanessa Caswill. This won’t be Wilson’s first…