2016 has been a memorable year for Cole Swindell. As the singer prepares to close out the year by finishing up his sold-out Down Home Tour this weekend, he took a moment to reminisce about a few of his accomplishments, including notching his sixth consecutive No.1 single, “Middle of a Memory,” winning the NSAI Songwriter/Artist…… MORE
In the Lead-Up to Christmas, Hunter Hayes Is Celebrating With “12 Days of Holiday Hayes” . . . But His Dog Seems Unimpressed [Watch]
In the lead-up to Christmas, Hunter Hayes has been releasing short videos of classic holiday tunes in what he is calling 12 Days of Holiday Hayes. In the first installment posted on his Tumblr site, Hunter strums a guitar and sings an abbreviated version of “Let It Snow.” But it’s the second post that caught…… MORE
Listen to Cyndi Lauper and Alison Krauss Duet on “Hard Candy Christmas”
Is it or isn’t it? It has long been argued among peers about whether or not Dolly Parton’s “Hard Candy Christmas” is a Christmas song or not. Well, is it or isn’t it? We’ll let you decide. You may recall the song, written by Carol Hall, sung famously by Dolly Parton in the movie The…… MORE
Watch Reba McEntire Serve Some Pie and Then Dish Out “Winter Wonderland” on “A Pentatonix Christmas Special”
Reba McEntire served up some pie and then dished out “Winter Wonderland” on a capella group Pentatonix’s Christmas Special last night (Dec. 14) on NBC. During a skit for the show, Pentatonix’s five members gathered at Nashville’s Elliston Place Soda Shop (home to some of the best pies and milkshakes in town) to talk about…… MORE
What Is Keith Urban Getting for Christmas? According to Wife Nicole Kidman, Just “A Kiss” [Watch]
Nicole Kidman stopped by The Ellen DeGeneres Show yesterday (Dec. 15) to talk about her new movie Lion, for which she is nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress. After chatting about the new film, Ellen delved into Nicole’s Christmas plans, including what husband Keith Urban was getting her. “And Keith, what will…… MORE
Dan + Shay’s Tour Bus Gets Vandalized in Baltimore
The duo Dan + Shay is on the road right now for their 2016 Obsessed Tour, a 15-date trek that began in Denver on November 10 and caps in Boston on December 17. With only three dates left before the tour ends, the boys made their way to downtown Baltimore, Md., yesterday (Dec. 14) for…… MORE
Dolly Parton’s “Smoky Mountains Rise” Telethon Raises Nearly $9 Million . . . and Still Counting
Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountains Rise telethon on Dec. 13 has already raised nearly $9 million, and the total amount is expected to rise as mail donations are counted and the telethon is rebroadcast to new audiences over the next five days. More than 1300 families have been displaced due to the wildfires that spread across…… MORE
Watch Jennifer Nettles’ Stunning Version of “UnLove You” on the Grand Ole Opry Stage
She may be in the midst of select dates on her Christmas tour and promoting her holiday album, To Celebrate Christmas, but Jennifer Nettles found a moment to stop by the Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday night (Dec. 13) to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. Jennifer commanded the stage from the center circle with powerhouse…… MORE
There’s a New Sheriff in Town: Reba McEntire Slated to Star as a Small-Town Sheriff in New TV Series on ABC
According to Variety, Reba McEntire is headed back to television to star in a new series on ABC. The new hour-long series from creator Marc Cherry (Desperate Housewives, Devious Maids) is described as a “Southern Gothic soap opera” set in motion after a suspected act of terrorism happens at a Fourth of July parade in the…… MORE
Team Blake Shelton’s Sundance Head Wins 11th Season of “The Voice”—Billy Gilman Finishes Second
Season 11 of The Voice came to a close last night (Dec. 13) when Sundance Head from Team Blake beat out Billy Gilman from Team Adam for the top spot. Sundance’s victory is Blake Shelton’s fifth win as a coach, which extends his career lead over Adam Levine, who has three wins as a coach.…… MORE
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Ella Langley Opens Up About Struggling With Mental Health While Experiencing Career Success
During an appearance on Sharla McCoy’s Buckin’ Broadcast during ACM week, Ella Langley opened up about her struggles with mental health despite her recent success in her music career. The country star reflected on her challenging week leading up to the 60th ACM Awards, where she was the most nominated artist and won five awards,…
Post Malone Partners With Stanley 1913 To Launch New Tumbler Range
Post Malone is collaborating with Stanley 1913 for a limited-edition range of drinks tumblers, that are set to launch on June 16th. Fans can sign up now via the brand’s website to secure items from the collection, which was teased through a playful Instagram video featuring the chart-topping country music superstar. “I’ve always been a…
Reba McEntire Says She Initially Declined Joining ‘The Voice,’ And “Dreaded” Doing The Show At First
During an appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers on Tuesday (May 13), Reba McEntire revealed that she initially hesitated to join The Voice as a coach, having turned down the offer in the past due to not wanting to critique contestants harshly. “I was really dreading it at first because I don’t want to…
Trisha Yearwood And Rascal Flatts Lead Lineup For CMA Fest’s Fan Fair X Events
Trisha Yearwood and Rascal Flatts lead a stellar lineup of country music stars that are taking part in the exciting Fan Fair X events at CMA Fest taking place from June 5-8 in Nashville’s Music City Center. The event will offer special panels, unique performances, meet-and-greets, and more. As part of the Artist of the…
Bruce Springsteen Shares Unheard Honky Tonk Tune, “Repo Man,” From ‘Tracks II’ Box Set
On Wednesday (May 14), Bruce Springsteen shared the previously unreleased song, “Repo Man,” a rollicking honky tonk number recorded during the same sessions as 1995’s The Ghost of Tom Joad. The song is another preview from Springsteen’s upcoming Tracks II: The Lost Albums box set, with “Repo Man” featured on the country-inspired Somewhere North of…