On the strength of his massive World Tour, Garth Brooks took home the 2016 CMA Award for Entertainer of the Year, his first win in the category since 1998. Garth, who has won the award five times (1991, 1992, 1997, 1998, 2016), bested Luke Bryan, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban in this year’s…… MORE
Watch Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, FGL & More Read Mean Tweets on “Jimmy Kimmel”
Some of country’s biggest stars kept the party rolling last night (Nov. 2) after the CMA Awards by taking part in Jimmy Kimmel Live’s Mean Tweets. Trace Adkins, Bonnie Raitt, Randy Houser, Cassadee Pope, Dan + Shay, Cole Swindell, Jana Kramer, Granger Smith, Miranda Lambert, Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen, Little Big Town, Brett Eldredge,…… MORE
The CMAs In Tweets
The stars of country music were out for the 50th Annual CMAs and the were tweeting all night long. Here are some of the highlights. Martina McBride was thrilled to pay tribute to Dolly Parton: Thomas Rhett celebrated with his wife: Cam loved the Beyonce/Dixie Chicks collaboration: Carrie Underwood hangin’ out after tearing up the…… MORE
CMA 50th Anniversary Red Carpet Photo Gallery: Carrie Underwood, Tim and Faith, Miranda Lambert, Garth and Trisha and More
The stars came out tonight (Nov. 2) for the 50th Annual CMA Awards held at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. In celebration of the golden anniversary, legends and today’s hottest artists walked the expansive red carpet before entering the tribute filled show. From Charlie Daniels, The Oak Ridge Boys and Charley Pride to Garth and Trisha,…… MORE
2016 CMA Awards Nominees & Winners
Hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, The 50th annual CMA Awards airs live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m CT on ABC. Check out the full list of nominees below and winners as they are announced. 2016 CMA Award Nominees Musical Event of the Year WINNER: “Different for Girls” –…… MORE
Beyoncé Set to Perform at Tonight’s CMA Awards Show
The CMA Awards Show is well known for its cross-genre collaborations. Alabama and Lionel Richie in 1986. Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake in 2015. Beyoncé and ???? in 2016. Multiple sources—as well as a tweet from Good Morning America—have confirmed to Nash Country Daily that Beyoncé will perform at tonight’s 50th annual CMA Awards Show…… MORE
Jennifer Nettles Talks New Christmas Album and “Country Christmas” TV Show
While most people are slowing down to relax during the holidays, Jennifer Nettles is ramping up. As if the Georgia native didn’t have enough to do this holiday season with the release of her new To Celebrate Christmas album, performing select dates on tour in support of the album and starring in Dolly Parton’s Christmas…… MORE
Watch Dierks Bentley Brighten Up Nashville With a Dark Performance of “Black” on “GMA”
After a show in Orlando yesterday (Nov. 1), Dierks Bentley traveled through the night so he could make it back to Nashville to perform bright and early on Good Morning America (Nov. 2). As he prepared to perform for the crowd, Dierks got a nice little surprise: he was informed that he won the CMA…… MORE
Red Carpet Photo Gallery: Stars Shine Bright at BMI Awards
The 64th annual BMI awards—where country stars get decked out and awards are doled out—were held last night (Nov. 2) at the BMI offices in Nashville.The event honors songwriters and publishers of the most-performed country songs of the past year. It was a big night for Kenny Chesney, who was honored with the BMI President’s…… MORE
Florida Georgia Line, Dolly Parton, Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton & More to Read Mean Tweets on Tonight’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
The 50th annual CMA Awards Show may end at 10 p.m. CT on ABC, but the night is still young. Following the CMAs, Jimmy Kimmel Live will broadcast live from Hollywood and via hologram from the CMA Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville. Guests tonight include Academy Award-nominee Jessica…… 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…