For those of you who can’t wait until January 5 when the TV Show Nashville returns on CMT—you’re in luck. CMT has released a behind-the-scenes video of the cast and crew talking about the shows return, after cancellation from ABC, and their new network. “Well, I never had a doubt for a second,” laughs Charles…
CMT announced today (Sept. 13) the recipients of their 2016 Artists of the Year honors. This year’s honorees include Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Florida Georgia Line, Luke Bryan and Thomas Rhett. The seventh annual CMT Artists of the Year special will take place on Oct. 20 at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Carrie, FGL and Luke…
The second season of I Love Kellie Pickler premiered Thursday night (Aug. 25) on CMT and there were a few things we learned about our friend Kellie Pickler. Kellie and husband Kyle Jacobs, who have been married for five years, started their reality show in 2015, with Season 1 giving us a glimpse into their…
For all you #Nashies waiting to find out the fate of Juliette Barnes on the popular television show Nashville—your wait is over. On January 5, 2017 Nashville returns for a fifth season with a special two-hour premiere on CMT. In May, when ABC unexpectedly announced the show would be cancelled after the Season 4 finale,…
The last four months have been a roller coaster ride for fans of the television drama Nashville. First, on May 12, ABC unexpectedly announced the show would be cancelled after the Season 4 finale on May 25. Cue the audible gasps. Second, during the Season 4 finale in May, viewers were left wondering if Hayden…
CMT announced today (July 27) their new hit series, Still The King, starring Billy Ray Cyrus, and Joey Lauren Adams has been picked up for a second season. The one-hour season finale airs Sunday, Aug. 14. Season two kicks off production in the fall and is slated to begin airing next year.
CMT has launched a new digital series—Next Women of Country Live—that aims to highlight some of country music’s most talented females. Each week, the network will release a performance filmed live from CMT’s Nashville studio. Upcoming performances include Cassadee Pope, Maren Morris, Clare Dunn, Cam, Kelleigh Bannen, RaeLynn, Mickey Guyton, Jana Kramer, Lauren Alaina, Maggie Rose, Brooke Eden, Lucie Silvas, Lindsay Ell, Carly Pearce and Brandy Clark. Kelsea Ballerini…
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…