The 1990s gave us many things. For me it gave me Mark Chestnut’s Long Necks and Short Stories CD, fond memories of flashy western shirts and a love of all things Garth Brooks. It also was a time in which I played football at Central and lived the struggle of being a high school student.…… MORE
Luke Bryan Grabs Selfie With Himself While Unveiling Madame Tussauds Wax Figure
Just before Luke Bryan took the stage for his Madison Square Garden concert Wednesday night (March 1), the “Huntin’ Fishin’ And Lovin’ Everyday” singer was beside himself helping to reveal his own Madame Tussauds wax figure. Luke’s figure comes complete with a custom-made Gibson guitar with the Buck Commander lute hole as well as jeans…… MORE
Dierks Bentley Gives Thomas Rhett Some Bullish Baby Advice
Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren dropped a double-baby bombshell on February 15 when they announced on social media that Lauren was pregnant . . . and they are in the process of adopting a baby from Africa. Soon after, the couple revealed that their birth child is a baby girl. Yesterday (March 1) during Thomas…… MORE
Maggie Rose Debuts New Music From Upcoming Album [Listen]
Currently on the road with Martina McBride and Lauren Alaina as part of CMT’s Next Women of Country Tour, Maggie Rose made a stop in Nashville Wednesday night (March 1) to debut some new music from her upcoming album. Arguably one of the most powerful, soulful vocalists in music and not one to conform to…… MORE
Adam Craig Talks Getting His Start in Nashville, Loving the Class of ’89 and His New Single, “Just a Phase”
Lisa talks with new artist Adam Craig about the country music that he loves and is influenced by, writing songs like Parmalee’s “Close Your Eyes” and Jason Aldean’s “Church Pew or Bar Stool,” getting his own record deal, his self-titled debut EP, new single, “Just a Phase” and more. Show Participants Adam Craig Lisa Konicki, NCD editor…… MORE
Hello Kitties: Miranda Lambert and Boyfriend Anderson East Adopt Three Cats
Miranda Lambert and boyfriend Anderson East added a clowder of cats to their family with the adoption of three new furry felines named Bobbi [sic] McGee, Nick Saban and Bear Bryant. Miranda and Anderson adopted the cats from the Maury County Animal Shelter in Columbia, Tenn., about 45 miles south of Nashville. If you’re wondering…… MORE
Keith Urban’s Dedication To Music Earns Him A Big Honor
You can add one more honor to Keith Urban’s list of accolades this year. In addition to receiving seven ACM Award nominations—including Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year—Keith is being honored by the Recording Academy with the Recording Artists’ Coalition Award for his contributions to the music community and dedication to…… MORE
Thomas Rhett Throws Kung Fu Party to Celebrate Two No. 1 Songs, “T-Shirt” and “Star of the Show”
Thomas Rhett’s 2017 is off to a memorable start. The 26-year-old singer, who will welcome two babies into his family this year, recently kicked off his first-ever headlining Home Team Tour—and yesterday (March 1), he celebrated two No. 1 songs, “T-Shirt” and “Star of the Show,” with a party at Nashville’s Kung Fu Saloon. “I’m…… MORE
Blake Shelton Immortalized in Wax For Madame Tussauds Nashville Attraction
Famous pop star girlfriend and No. 1 hits aside, Blake Shelton is now immortalized in wax. The Today Show teamed up with Madame Tussauds on Monday (Feb. 27) to help reveal Blake’s first-ever wax figure. Blake will be a part of the Madam Tussaud’s Nashville attraction when it opens it’s doors in April. The Voice…… MORE
In Honor of Texas Independence Day, Listen to Willie Nelson Recite William Barret Travis’ “Victory or Death” Letter
Today (March 2) is Texas Independence Day. On March 2, 1836, Texas officially declared its independence from Mexico and created the Republic of Texas. In honor of the historic day, listen to Willie Nelson recite William Barret Travis’ “Victory or Death” letter, which Willie recorded on his 1968 album, Texas in My Soul. William Barret…… MORE
Blogs
Miranda Lambert Performs “Kerosene” During ‘American Idol’ To Celebrate Its 20th Anniversary
On Sunday (May 4), Miranda Lambert took to the American Idol stage to deliver a fiery rendition of her breakout hit single, “Kerosene.” The performance was a celebration of the 20th anniversary of the song as well as Lambert’s 2005 debut album of the same name, which featured four Top 40 hits on the Billboard…
Eric Church Reveals That Morgan Wallen Called Him After Chair-Throwing Incident At His Nashville Bar
In a new interview with The Los Angeles Times, Eric Church disclosed that Morgan Wallen reached out to him after the infamous chair-throwing incident at Church’s Nashville bar in April 2024. Church described the arrest as a turning point for Wallen, and expressed pride in the young country superstar’s response to the situation while noting…
Reba McEntire Reflects On Her 50th Anniversary In Country Music Ahead Of ACM Awards Hosting Gig
In a new interview with People, Reba McEntire reflects on her ‘mind-boggling’ 50th anniversary in the music industry, expressing gratitude and humility regarding the historic milestone. “Very grateful, very thankful,” McEntire says while looking back on her storied career. “And I never thought at the 20th anniversary that I’d be hitting this one. But I…
Keith Urban Will Be Honored With ACM Triple Crown Award At 60th ACM Awards
Keith Urban will be honored with the prestigious ACM Triple Crown Award at the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards, becoming the first artist to receive this distinction live on the ACM stage since Carrie Underwood in 2010. The ACM Triple Crown Award is only given out to artists who have clinched three of the…
Eric Church Shares Insight Into His Inventive New Album, ‘Evangeline Vs. The Machine’
Eric Church released his eighth studio album, Evangeline vs. the Machine, on Friday (May 2), and the eight tracks on the record showcase the country superstar’s imaginative approach to his music with an unconventional blend of strings, horns, and a choir on each song. In a new interview with Variety ahead of the album’s release,…