CMT announced Ashley McBryde will co-host the 2020 CMT Music Awards on Oct. 21, with previously announced hosts Kane Brown and Sarah Hyland. “I am beyond excited, and maybe a little nervous, to host an awards show for the very first time,” says Ashley. “Luckily, it’s not all about me—it’s about celebrating badass music videos…
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CMT announced the six finalists for Video of the Year at the 2020 CMT Music Awards on Oct. 21. Carrie Underwood – “Drinking Alone” Keith Urban – “Polaroid” Kelsea Ballerini – “homecoming queen?” Luke Combs – “Beer Never Broke My Heart” Miranda Lambert – “Bluebird” Tanya Tucker – “Bring My Flowers Now” Fans can vote…
Tanya Tucker will release a new album, Live From The Troubadour, on Oct. 16. The 15-song offering was recorded at West Hollywood’s iconic venue, The Troubadour, in October 2019. Live From The Troubadour features a number of tunes from Tayna’s catalog, including “Delta Dawn,” “Strong Enough To Bend,” “Blood Red and Goin’ Down,” “Would You…
Tanya Tucker is planning a busy 2021 with more than 30 tour stops, including rescheduled dates on her headlining CMT Next Women of Country Tour. Originally scheduled CMT Tour dates in Spring/Summer 2020 were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tickets purchased for the original tour dates will be honored for the rescheduled dates. In…
From artists and honorees to streaming platforms and times, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about Ty Herndon’s 5th Concert for Love and Acceptance. Date: June 30 Time: 6 p.m. CT Streaming Platform: CMT’s Facebook & YouTube Hosts: Ty Herndon, Kristin Chenoweth & Cody Alan Performers and Participants: Lauren Alaina, Matt Bomer, Lewis…
Ty Herndon’s 5th Concert for Love and Acceptance will take place online on June 30. The virtual event will stream across CMT’s Facebook and YouTube channels at 7 p.m. CT. Hosted by Ty, Cody Alan and Kristin Chenoweth, the concert will feature performances and appearances from Lauren Alaina, Matt Bomer, Lewis Brice, Terri Clark, Everette,…
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The nominees for the 2020 Americana Honors & Awards were announced on June 15. Artists with multiple nominations across the six categories include Tanya Tucker, Brandi Carlile, The Highwomen, Nathaniel Rateliff, Black Pumas, Brittany Howard and more. The winners will be announced during the Americana Honors & Awards on Sept. 16 at Nashville’s historic Ryman…
Tanya Tucker revealed the rescheduled dates for her 2020 CMT Next Women of Country Tour, which will resume in August. Originally scheduled dates in March, April, May and June were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tanya’s tour will kick back up in Cleveland on Aug. 5. Tickets purchased for the original tour dates will…
The nomination for the 55th ACM Awards were announce on Feb. 27, and while artists like Dan + Shay, Maren Morris and Thomas Rhett racked up multiple nominations, there were more than a few questionable omissions—as well as inclusions—in the nomination process. Based on my first glance, here are the snubs and surprises from the…
The star-studded 7th All for the Hall benefit concert on Feb. 10 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, which was hosted by Keith Urban, helped raise more than $800,000 for the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum’s education programs. The all-star lineup featured performances by Keith Urban, Ingrid Andress, Luke Combs, Lauren Daigle, Brothers Osborne, Carly Pearce,…
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…