As we dust the snow off and begin to look forward to warmer weather, the time has come to make plans for one of country’s hottest festivals—Country Jam in Grand Junction, Colo. Country Jam is a four-day country music festival that features over 30+ bands on three stages. This year’s line up includes headliners Kenny…… MORE
Ty Herndon to Appear on Upcoming Episode of Oprah’s “Where Are They Now?”
Ty Herndon will be featured on an upcoming episode of Oprah Winfrey’s Where Are They Now?, which is slated to air on Feb. 4. Ty will share stories about his 20-year journey through country music, including reflecting on the personal challenges and struggles he’s faced. Ty will also discuss his new album, House on Fire,…… MORE
VOTE: Who Should Win the Grammy for Best Country Album?
Will it be Brandy Clark, Maren Morris, Sturgill Simpson, Loretta Lynn or Keith Urban taking home the Grammy Award for Best Country Album? Any way you slice it, country music will be well represented at the 2017 Grammys, hosted by James Corden on Sunday, Feb. 12, on CBS at 8 p.m. EST. With the Grammy’s…… MORE
Watch the “Mountain Dew Guy” Charm the Pants Off the Internet by Singing “H.O.L.Y.” at the Top of His Lungs at Florida Georgia Line Concert
A few days ago, Florida Georgia Line posted a video on Instagram of one of their concertgoers singing “H.O.L.Y.” at the top of his lungs with the caption: “You Can’t Mistake Passion. We love this. 👊🏻” After more that 338,000 views, the “Mountain Dew Guy”—as he’s affectionately been dubbed thanks to his shirt—has become a…… MORE
Aaron Tippin Announces 49-City Tour Kicking Off Feb. 9
Known for making working-class songs like “You’ve Got to Stand for Something, “Working Man’s Ph.D.” and “Kiss This” a part of the country music landscape in the ’90s, Aaron Tippin is taking his own working-class attitude on the road in 2017. The “As Close as I Get to Loving You” singer will crisscross the country…… MORE
Brandy Clark Makes “Today” Show Debut With Stirring Performance of “Love Can Go to Hell”
It was a big day for Brandy Clark as she made her Today show debut (Jan. 31) by performing a song from her new album, Big Day in a Small Town. The singer/songwriter performed “Love Can Go to Hell”—the second single from her critically acclaimed sophomore album—for her debut. Briefly talking to hosts Hoda Kotb…… MORE
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Tease Special Soul2Soul World Tour Announcement
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill have a special announcement regarding their Soul2Soul World Tour. The husband-and-wife tandem teased the announcement on their Instagram page, but you’ll have to tune in to Facebook Live tonight (Jan. 31) at 5:30 p.m. ET for the juicy details. Join Tim and Faith on Facebook Live tomorrow at 5:30pm EST…… MORE
Find Out How a Cup of Coffee Can Win You $25,000 and a Mentoring Session With Chris Young
There’s nothing like the smell of freshly brewed coffee to get you out of bed in the morning. But no matter what it takes to wake you up, as long as you are familiar with the Folgers coffee jingle—and who isn’t—you can have a chance to be mentored by country star Chris Young. Chris has…… MORE
Garth Brooks’ Daughter Allie Is a Chip Off the Old Block: Watch Her Perform “She’s Every Woman”
Garth Brooks retired from touring and recording in 2000 so he could spend more time with his three daughters. If the new video of his youngest daughter, Allie, 20, singing “She’s Every Woman” is any indication, the time together was well spent . . . because the girl has pipes. Allie, whose Facebook page is…… MORE
Maren Morris Will Perform With Alicia Keys on the Grammy Awards
Four-time Grammy Award nominee Maren Morris will team up with 15-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys for a performance on the 59th Grammy Awards on Feb. 12. Maren is nominated for four Grammys this year, including the all-genre Best New Artist, Best Country Album (Hero), Best Country Song (“My Church”) and Best Country Solo Performance (“My…… 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.…
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…