Did you catch last week’s CMA Awards? Along with all the trophies handed out, the broadcast also included amazing performances from host Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Thomas Rhett, Luke Combs, Gabby Barrett, Dan + Shay, Zac Brown Band, Chris Young and Kane Brown, Jimmie Allen, Eric Church, Ashley McBryde and Carly Pearce, Jason…
Congrats to Chris Young who is a 3-time CMA Award nominee this year. His song “Famous Friends”, which he sings with Kane Brown, racked up nominations in the categories of Single, Musical Event, and Video of the Year. Talking about his nominations, Chris says “I was blown away by the fact that there were three…
Following the death of Charley Pride on Dec. 12 in Dallas, Texas, due to complications from Covid-19, the Country Music Association released a statement regarding its Covid-19 protocols at the CMA Awards on Nov. 11. Charley was presented with the 2020 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award in Nashville at the 54th CMA Awards on Nov.…
Jon Pardi paid tribute to one of his favorite artists, Joe Diffie, by performing a rousing rendition of “Pickup Man” at the CMA Awards on Nov. 11. Joe Diffie, who passed away in March due to COVID-19 complications, scored a number of hits during the 1990s, including “John Deere Green,” “Pickup Man,” “Home” and more.…
Chris Stapleton may not have taken home any trophies at the CMA Awards on Nov. 11, but he reminded everyone watching why he is regarded as one of music’s finest vocalists—in any genre—with a breathtaking performance of his new single, “Starting Over.” Penned by Chris and Mike Henderson, “Starting Over” is the title track to…
Miranda Lambert performed her new single, “Settling Down,” at the CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 11. Penned by Miranda, Luke Dick and Natalie Hemby, “Settling Down” is featured on Miranda’s 2019 album, Wildcard. The mid-tempo tune is currently No. 38 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart after seven weeks. The new single juxtaposes Miranda’s…
Luke Combs continued his hot streak at the CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 11. Luke picked up two CMA Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (What You See Is What You Get). Luke now has five CMA Awards, including wins in 2019 for New Artist, Male Vocalist and…
Maren Morris had a huge night at the 54th CMA Awards on Nov. 11 in Nashville. Maren picked up three trophies, including Female Vocalist of the Year, Single of the Year (“The Bones”) and Song of the Year (“The Bones”). Maren now has six CMA Awards, including New Artist of the Year (2016) and Album…
After receiving four nominations for CMA Entertainer of the Year (2015, 2017, 2019, 2020), Eric Church finally won country music’s most-coveted award on Nov. 11 at the 54th CMA Awards in Nashville. The win marks Eric’s fourth CMA Award, following trophies for Album of the Year (2012, 2016) and Musical Event of the Year (2015).…
The winners for the 54th annual CMA Awards will be revealed on Nov. 11 beginning at 7 p.m. CT on ABC. We’ll keep the list of winners updated as they are announced, including the early winners. Musical Event of the Year “10,000 Hours” – Dan + Shay (with Justin Bieber), Producer: Dan Smyers “Be A Light” –…
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…
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…
In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Kacey Musgraves clarified her previous comments on her marijuana use, revealing that she still smokes, though not to the extent she did when she was younger. “I never said I don’t ever partake,” says the 36-year-old singer. “I just don’t wake up and hit a gravity bong…
Reba McEntire has been one of the top female country stars since the ’80s, but she realizes she wouldn’t be anywhere without the support of her dedicated fans. In the new Variety cover feature on McEntire as part of their Power Of Women Nashville issue, the 70-year-old country music icon says she owes everything to…
In a new interview with Variety for their Power of Women Nashville issue, Sheryl Crow reflected on the evolving landscape of women in music, while celebrating the rise of young and talented female musicians. “The caliber of writing is just so good with Chappell Roan, Olivia Rodrigo, and Phoebe Bridgers, and these women are not…