Visitation for Gary Haskew (Dr Basketball) will be 6-9pm, Thursday, July 7th at Stuart Heights Baptist Church, Hixson Pike at Cloverdale. Celebration of Life: Friday, July 8th, 7:30pm at the Church. It is with deep regret and the heaviest of hearts that we confirm the passing of Gary Haskew AKA Doctor Basketball. Gary passed away this…… MORE
Runaway June Talks Reality TV, Family, Dixie Chicks and Other Musical Influences
Lisa chats with Runaway June about their very different origins, how they came together as a trio in Nashville, Jennifer’s famous grandfather John Wayne, Naomi’s happy Amish childhood, Hannah’s vegetarian cooking website, The Poor Herbivore, songwriting with Eric Paslay and more! Show Participants Runaway June Naomi Cooke, lead singer and guitar Hannah Mulholland, singer and mandolin Jennifer…… MORE
Singer Ashley Gearing Parts Ways With Label After Nine Years
Nash Country Daily has learned that Ashley Gearing and Curb Records have parted ways. Ashley made an immediate impact on country music in 2003 when, as a 12 year old, she became the youngest female artist to enter the country charts with “Can You Hear Me When I Talk to You.” The song eventually peaked…… MORE
Lari White Kick-Starts New Project with “Old Friends, New Loves”
It was the early ’90s when Lari White burst on to the country music scene and produced hits like “Now I Know, “That’s My Baby” and “That’s How You Know (When You’re in Love)” from her 1994 album Wishes. Lari, originally signed to RCA Records, became the flagship artist signed to Lyric Street records when…… MORE
Miranda Lambert Shuts Down Her Ladysmith Bed & Breakfast in Oklahoma
After splitting from husband Blake Shelton in July 2015, Miranda Lambert put her adopted hometown of Tishomingo, Okla., in her rear view and set up shop in a $3.4 million estate south of Nashville. In May 2016, Miranda announced the closing of her Pink Pistol boutique in Tishomingo, and it was later revealed that ex-hubby…… MORE
Kenny Chesney Reveals Collaboration With P!nk, Pushes New Album to October
Kenny Chesney announced via a press release on July 6 that his new album, Some Town Somewhere, which was initially slated to drop on July 8, is being pushed back to an October 28 release date. Kenny also revealed that Grammy-winning singer P!nk will be featured on a duet on the new album’s “Setting the…… MORE
Dolly Parton Sets the Record Straight on Supporting Hillary Clinton & Says Political Race Could “Use More Boobs”
Dolly Parton’s recent comments about supporting a woman in the White House were misinterpreted by news organizations around the world and spread on social media like wildfire. In an interview with The New York Times, Dolly was asked how she felt about a female presidential nominee. Her response to that question: “Well, I think that…… MORE
Watch Producer Dave Cobb in His Own Pickup Truck Commercial
Following in the tire tracks of Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton, producer Dave Cobb has secured his own Ram Truck commercial. The spot features the song “The Way Home,” a tune by Rich Robinson that appears on the 2016 concept album Southern Family, which Dave conceived and produced. “Dave Cobb likes his music honest, raw,…… MORE
One of the Men Behind the Band Perry’s Concert Cancellation Is Arrested
The Band Perry cancelled their concert in Shelbyville, Del., on July 3 after two men allegedly made alarming statements to employees at the Americana Bayside Welcome Center. The cancellation came less than a month after former Voice contestant Christina Grimmie was killed by a crazed fan during an autograph signing in Orlando. Police announced today…… MORE
Watch Keith Urban Invite Fan Onstage to Perform “Good Thing”
On Saturday night (July 2) in Gilford, N.H., an audience member at Keith Urban’s concert got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play Keith’s guitar onstage. During his concert, Keith took a moment to talk to the audience in between songs. As he looked out into the crowd, a sign caught his eye and he invited the…… 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…