If this country music thing doesn’t work out for Trace Adkins, he can always fall back on his entertainment reporter skills. The 6’6″ country star sat in as a co-host on Today’s Take with Al Roker and Shanielle Jones Wednesday morning (Feb. 8). Trace—who just released a new single, “Watered Down,” from his upcoming 12th…… MORE
Miranda Lambert Enlists Her Fans to Help Save The Puppies
By creating the Fill The Little Red Wagon animal shelter campaign, Miranda Lambert is saving the lives of puppies and animals around the country. As her Highway Vagabond Tour kicked off in January, the “Vice” singer and her MuttNation Foundation created the campaign asking Miranda’s fans to show their support by filling the little red…… MORE
In Hilariously Delicious News: “Polarizing” Toby Keith to Play Ribfest Despite Saucy Protests
According to the Chicago Tribune, some Naperville, Ill., residents are protesting Toby Keith’s upcoming appearance at Ribfest on June 30 because he’s too “polarizing.” Perhaps Toby needs to put a “boot in your ass,” Napervillians, “courtesy of the Red, White and Blue.” Here’s the gist of the story: The Exchange Club of Naperville, which hosts…… MORE
Who’s New: Adam Craig
Hometown: Tenino, Washington Lives: Nashville Single: “Just a Phase” EP: Adam Craig Twitter: @AdamCraigMusic Instagram: @AdamCraig08 Influences: Tim McGraw, Travis Tritt, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Garth Brooks A baseball player in high school who dreamed of being a catcher for the Seattle Mariners, Adam Craig gave it all up for a career in country…… MORE
Reba on Choosing Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus to Co-Produce Her Gospel Album: “If [Jay] Can Work With Ronnie Dunn, [He] Can Work With Anybody”
It’s not always easy to find a good producer these days, one who will understand the message you’re trying to send or one who knows what you want out of a song. But Reba McEntire found a good one in Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus, who produced a handful of songs on her new gospel album,…… MORE
Lady Antebellum to Announce Nominations for 52nd ACM Awards on Feb. 16
Lady Antebellum will appear live on CBS This Morning on Feb. 16 at 8 a.m. to announce the nominees for the 52nd Academy of Country Music Awards. Lady A knows a thing or two about the awards show, having earned 10 ACM Awards over their career. Entertainment Tonight hosts Nancy O’Dell and Kevin Frazier will announce…… MORE
Watch Singer/Songwriter Steve Dorian’s Tasty 10-Minute Tune About Girl Scout Cookies
Nashville singer/songwriter—and current member of the pop a cappella group Rockapella—Steve Dorian stopped by NASH morning show Ty, Kelly and Chuck today (Feb. 8) to try his hand at the 10-minute tune, which challenges singer/songwriters to craft a tune in 10 minutes or less on a relevant topic of the day. Since Girl Scout Cookie…… MORE
Kane Brown’s Current Single, “What Ifs,” With Lauren Alaina Almost Didn’t Make The Album
Kane Brown released his self-titled debut album in December 2016 and has been reaping the rewards of its success. The album debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Album chart and made the Top 10 of the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. “I feel like this album’s got so many good songs,” Kane said to…… MORE
Is Carrie Underwood Planning a Surprise Appearance at Tonight’s Randy Travis Tribute Concert? Here’s What We Know (Full Disclosure: Not Much)
1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes & Friends Tribute to Randy Travis is tonight (Feb. 8) at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena and it features more than 30 performers, including Garth Brooks, Wynonna, Jeff Foxworthy, Alison Krauss, Ben Haggard, Neal McCoy, Phil Vassar, Travis Tritt, Alabama, Kenny Rogers, Rodney Atkins, Chris Janson, Jamey Johnson, Montgomery…… MORE
“Late Night With Seth Meyers” Reveals Reba McEntire Was Born With a Proper English Accent [Watch]
In support of her recently released double-disc album, Sing It Now: Songs of Faith & Hope, Reba McEntire stopped by Late Night With Seth Meyers on Feb. 7 for a sit-down interview. In addition to discussing her new album and upcoming television project, country music’s favorite red-head reminisced about her ever-evolving style with a look…… MORE
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Chase McDaniel Shares Insight Into His Debut Radio Single, “Burned Down Heaven”
Chase McDaniel believes that listening to music in real-time can have a significant impact on listeners, rather than letting an algorithm choose what they hear. The new country artist recalls three life-changing moments he’s had while hearing songs on country radio, and McDaniel hopes his first radio single, “Burned Down Heaven,” has a similar effect…
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…
Kacey Musgraves Says She Still Smokes Weed, Reveals She’s Working On New Music
In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Kacey Musgraves clarified her previous comments on her marijuana use, revealing that she still smokes, though not to the extent she did when she was younger. “I never said I don’t ever partake,” says the 36-year-old singer. “I just don’t wake up and hit a gravity bong…
Reba McEntire Thanks Her Fans For Her Legendary Music Career
Reba McEntire has been one of the top female country stars since the ’80s, but she realizes she wouldn’t be anywhere without the support of her dedicated fans. In the new Variety cover feature on McEntire as part of their Power Of Women Nashville issue, the 70-year-old country music icon says she owes everything to…
Sheryl Crow Praises Songwriting Of Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, Olivia Rodrigo, And Phoebe Bridgers
In a new interview with Variety for their Power of Women Nashville issue, Sheryl Crow reflected on the evolving landscape of women in music, while celebrating the rise of young and talented female musicians. “The caliber of writing is just so good with Chappell Roan, Olivia Rodrigo, and Phoebe Bridgers, and these women are not…