This past Sunday country music remembered one its greatest that left this world way too soon. May 9th was the 32nd anniversary of the passing of Keith Whitley. During the 1980s Keith had a string of hits including “I’m No Stranger To The Rain,” “When You Say Nothing At All,” and “Don’t Close Your Eyes.”…
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – May 5th On this day in 2020, Kelsea Ballerini’s “Yeah Boy” is certified Platinum In 2017, Chris Stapleton released – From A Room: Volume 1 which featured “Broken Halos” On this day in 2006, Rascal Flatts’ Me and My Gang, was at number-1 on…
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – May 4th On this day in 2020, “Nobody But You” by Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani was at number-one In 2018, Jimmie Allen made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry – while not his debut, check out Jimmie singing his current single “Freedom Was A…
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – May 3rd On this day in 2019, Brett Young had the number-1 song with “Here Tonight” Today in 2017, Thomas Rhett released the vide for “Craving You” which featured Maren Morris. In 2011, the band Alabama returned to the Grand Ole Opry stage to play “Old Alabama” with Brad…
Elvie Shane recently released his debut EP, County Roads, and that same day he also made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry. Recalling the performance of his single “My Boy” at the Opry, Elvie shared, “Almost couldn’t make it through this one… performing ‘My Boy’ at the Grand Ole Opry with Caleb right there…
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – April 28th On this day in 2019, the episode of Game of Thrones with Chris Stapleton‘s cameo airs on HBO. Last year, while promoting his album, Starting Over, Chris stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live, and talked about the experience. In 2018, Jason Aldean‘s Rearview Town, was number-1 on the album…
Gary LeVox performed live from the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Wednesday night (3/31) as a part of the Grand Ole Opry’s Circle sessions, hosted by Nan Kelly. Even without a live audience Gary joked, “I’m just so glad to be standing on a stage that I can’t even see straight.” When it comes to his…
This weekend Carly Pearce debut a song that she co-wrote to one of her musical idols — Loretta Lynn. Carly shares the story about being introduced to Loretta’s music and also about the new song, “My grandma introduced to me to her music when I was a little girl, and made sure I understood that…
Carly Pearce recently shared a video that features part of the her life story with narration from Grand Ole Opry legend Jeannie Seely. Carly and Jeannie have not only been friends for years, but they are also neighbors. Jeannie was more than happy to add her voice track to the video sharing Carly’s highlights, she…
Parker McCollum made his Grand Ole Opry debut on February 6th 2021, and a week later he says “Still high from this night.” He also shared his performance of his number-one song “Pretty Heart” from that night — which you can check out right here… Photo Credit: Carlos Ruiz
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…