Category: ABC Country News

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Parker McCollum’s got a “Handle” on a Gold certification

ABC Parker McCollum‘s “Handle On You” has been certified Gold by the RIAA.  “Another Gold record – what an awesome thing to be able to say,” Parker shares. “I can’t thank the fans enough for always showing up. Y’all keep this whole thing going and I couldn’t do it without you.” “Parker McCollum is a redefining, culture shaping …

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You can “Bank” on it: Hannah Dasher’s back with new music

Jeremy Ryan Hot off her latest appearance on the Rachael Ray Show, Hannah Dasher‘s premiering her new track, “Cryin’ All the Way to the Bank,” exclusively with ABC Audio. With her first new music since 2021’s The Half Record, the Georgia-born force of nature tells a classic country cheatin’ story of marriage gone wrong and divorce gone right. She jokes …

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Nashville notes: Lily’s married + Justin and Riley’s collab

Congratulations are in order for rising artist Lily Rose, who married her longtime partner Daira Eamon on Saturday, March 25. “We are just excited to start this next chapter and to call each other ‘my wife!’” Lily and Daira told People. View photos from the wedding on Lily’s Instagram. Justin Moore will release “Everybody Get Along” with Riley Green on Friday, March 31. “We’re pretty much the same height.. …

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For Thomas Rhett, family’s always first

ABC Thomas Rhett loves writing songs, recording music and performing for fans onstage. There’s no doubt about that. But at his core, Thomas, who turns 32 on March 30, also knows what’s of utmost importance, and that’s his family. “The last couple years to me was more of a rearranging of priority, if you will. Not …

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Cody Johnson + Carrie Underwood have recorded a duet

ABC Cody Johnson and Carrie Underwood have just recorded a duet. That’s right, two powerhouse vocalists are going to be on a song together. This news was casually shared by Cody on the CMT Music Awards Nominee Special on March 27.  “I actually just recorded a duet with her yesterday for my new album coming out,” the “‘Til You Can’t” hitmaker revealed. …

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Dolly Parton + Garth Brooks to host the 2023 ACM Awards

Art Streiber/Dick Clark Productions Global country superstars Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks have been announced as hosts for the 58th annual Academy of Country Music Awards. The event will take place on Thursday, May 11, at The Star in Frisco, Texas, and will stream worldwide exclusively on Prime Video. “I am thrilled to return to host the ACM Awards, this time with …

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Megan Moroney’s mom was shocked after hearing “Tennessee Orange”

ABC Fans may have fallen in love with Megan Moroney‘s debut single, “Tennessee Orange,” but the song was not one her mom loved the first time she heard it. “Mama” was shocked that her Georgia daughter actually wore a T-shirt representing another state. “I wrote the song. I sent it to my mom and she immediately called me and was like, ‘What’s …

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Nashville notes: Billy’s tour + Vince and Amy’s Christmas plans

Billy Currington announced a new tour on Facebook. The multiple-city trek will kick off in Santa Barbara, California, on May 6 before concluding in Mankato, Minnesota, on September 23. Special guests include Eli Young Band, Chris Janson, Jessie James Decker, Morgan Evans and Hannah Ellis. For a full list of dates and tickets, visit Billy’s website. Amy Grant and Vince Gill will return to the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville this …

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Hannah Dasher’s “Cryin'” & cooking with Rachael Ray

Jeremy Ryan/Kevin Fisher Hannah Dasher‘s “Cryin’ All the Way …” to Rachael Ray.  The Stand by Your Pan viral cooking phenomenon returns to the Rachael Ray Show Wednesday, March 29, ahead of the release of her new track, “Cryin’ All the Way to the Bank” on Friday. It’s the first new music from the Georgia native since 2021’s The Half Record. This time Hannah’s amping …

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Scotty McCreery returns to Garner for UScellular campaign

Catherine Powell/FilmMagic Scotty McCreery has partnered with UScellular for their Locally Grown, Locally Live music campaign. The campaign, which spotlights artists, and the people and places that have shaped them, will also feature Greylan James, Kalie Shorr, Corey Kent, Hailey Whitters and Morgan Wade. “I love how UScellular is creating an opportunity for me and other artists to stay connected with fans in …

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