Get ready for a big end-of-summer blowout bash with Jason Aldean when he hosts Workin’ Hard Country, Westwood One’s Labor Day salute to America’s work force, airing Labor Day Weekend (Sept. 3–5). Jason will kick off the holiday music special with his latest single “A Little More Summertime,” followed by hits “Lights Come On,” “Burnin’ It…… MORE
Ho, Ho, Ho, Chris Young’s New Christmas Album Has “Surprises for Everyone”
I hope you’re on Santa’s “Nice List” this year, because Chris Young is making a Christmas present for you. On June 30, Chris announced via Facebook Live that he’s been busy in the studio recording his first Christmas album. “We are making a Christmas record,” Chris said. “I am so excited. You guys know Christmas…… MORE
Up With Kelsea
Kelsea Ballerini will perform on ABC’s Good Morning America Summer Concert series on Friday, Aug. 18. Tune in from 7 a.m.–9 a.m. ET to see the country sweetheart sing songs from her debut album, including her gold-certified hit “Peter Pan,” which is Top 5 at country radio. photo by David O’Donohue… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini Performs “Dibs” Outside The Bluebird Cafe for Surprised Fans
Tonight (Aug. 18), out in front of the as-seen-on-TV Bluebird Cafe, headliner Kelsea Ballerini stepped out and delighted fans waiting in line with a surprise performance of her No. 1 song “Dibs.” Watch a video of the impromptu performance right here: After finishing the songs, Kelsea signed a few quick autographs and headed back in to prepare for…… MORE
Watch Maren Morris Perform “My Church” On CMT’s “Next Women Of Country” Digital Series.
With just herself and a guitar, Maren Morris took to CMT’s Nashville Studio stage to perform her debut single, “My Church.” Taking part in the new digital series—Next Women of Country Live—Maren flawlessly tackles her Top 5 hit. When CMT launched their digital series they kicked off the show with a live performance by rising…… MORE
Chris Young and Cassadee Pope Share Heartfelt Sentiments in Celebration of No. 1 Song “Think of You”
When you think of No. 1 parties for “Think of You,” think of Chris Young and Cassadee Pope. Makes ya think, huh? Chris and Cassadee celebrated the success of their chart-topping duet, “Think of You,” last night (Aug. 16) at a reception at the Country Music Hall of Fame. “Think of You,” which was co-penned…… MORE
31 Years Ago Today
August 17th, 1985, The Highwaymen snagged their only #1 hit with “Highwayman”. The band consisted of country legends Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, and Johnny Cash. The song sold half a million copies and the album was certified gold. “Highwayman” was co-written by Glen Campbell and Marty Stuart added guitar to the song. … MORE
Joe Nichols Talks About His College-bound Daughter & Making His New Single “Undone” More Risqué
Joe Nichols sits down with Chuck Wicks and Kelly Ford for a new episode of Chuck Wicks Off the Record. Joe jokes about sending his oldest daughter off to college, golfing in Texas, his new single, “Undone,” progress on his upcoming album, and more. Show Participants Joe Nichols Chuck Wicks, America’s Morning Show co-host Kelly Ford,…… MORE
Meghan Linsey and Friends Create GoFundMe Page to Help Louisiana Flood Victims
Louisiana native Meghan Linsey—formerly of country duo Steel Magnolias and runner-up on Season 8 of NBC’s The Voice—is helping those affected by the massive flooding in her home state by creating a GoFundMe page in an effort to raise money for the victims. GoFundMe is a crowdfunding platform that helps people raise money for wide-ranging…… MORE
Welcome Back: The Mother Cluckin’ Dixie Chicks Return to Nashville
They say time heals all wounds. In the case of the Dixie Chicks, “they” are wrong. Tonight (Aug. 17), the trio is returning to Music City and playing a sold-out show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. In fact, the majority of the shows on the Chicks’ 55-city DCX MMXVI World Tour have been or will be…… 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.…
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…