Chris Stapleton will be the musical guest on Saturday Night Live on Jan. 27 as Will Ferell tackles the hosting duties. Chris made his first appearance on SNL in January 2016. Of the 10 Best-Selling Country Albums of 2017, Chris copped the No. 1, 2 and 7 spots on the list with From A Room:…
No one’s stock in country music has increased more in the past couple of years than Chris Stapleton’s. The Kentucky native became the darling of the 2015 CMA Awards, winning three trophies, while putting on a show-stopping performance with Justin Timberlake during their collaborations on “Tennessee Whiskey” and “Drink You Away.” Grammys Awards, ACM Awards…
It’s no secret Chris Stapleton holds Waylon Jennings in high esteem. Chris is quick to cite Waylon as one of his seminal influences, and critics are fond of drawing comparisons between the two artists famous for their powerful voices and gritty lyrics. “[Waylon is] in a lot of what I do, whether I am trying…
It’s been two years since Chris Stapleton became a household name courtesy of his dueling performance with Justin Timberlake at the CMA Awards in November 2015. Since that time, Chris’ debut solo album, Traveller, has sold more than 2 million copies and been certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. CMA Awards,…
Following the release of From A Room: Volume 1 in May 2017, Chris Stapleton announced that Volume 2 will be released on Dec. 1. Taking its name from Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A—where it was recorded in 2016 with producer Dave Cobb—Volume 2 will feature nine songs. Seven of the nine songs were co-penned by…
1. WINNERS: Brothers Osborne 2. LOSERS: Florida Georgia Line Brothers T.J and John Osborne scored two big wins: Vocal Duo of the Year and Music Video of the Year (“It Ain’t My Fault). After upsetting Florida Georgia Line to win Vocal Duo of the Year in 2016, many insiders—including myself—felt that FGL homeostasis would be…
Following the release of From A Room: Volume 1 in May 2017, Chris Stapleton announced that Volume 2 will be released on Dec. 1. Taking its name from Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A—where it was recorded in 2016 with producer Dave Cobb—Volume 2 will feature nine songs. Seven of the nine songs were co-penned by…
Chris and Morgane Stapleton are expecting twins. Morgane shared the news on Instagram on Oct. 30, sneaking the upcoming birth announced into a heartfelt post with an image of the couple looking lovingly at each other: “14 years, 2 babies, & 2 more on the way. Happy 10 year anniversary babe! You make my whole…
Following the release of From A Room: Volume 1 in May 2017, Chris Stapleton announced that Volume 2 will be released on Dec. 1. Taking its name from Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A—where it was recorded in 2016 with producer Dave Cobb—Volume 2 will feature nine songs, including seven co-penned by Chris. One of the…
Following the release of From A Room: Volume 1 in May 2017, Chris Stapleton announced that Volume 2 will be released on Dec. 1. Taking its name from Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A—where it was recorded in 2016 with producer Dave Cobb—Volume 2 will feature nine songs, including seven co-penned by Chris. The two songs…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…