Butterfly Records/Big Machine Label Group Dolly Parton was able to reunite Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr for her upcoming Rockstar album, and we’re finally going to get to hear it. Dolly announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, that she’s releasing her cover of The Beatles “Let It Be” on Friday, August 18. Not only does the song feature Paul and Ringo, but it …
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Aug 16
Justin Moore shares kids’ back-to-school photos
Jason Kempin/Getty Images The first day of school for Justin Moore‘s children started with one activity: posing for a photo for their daddy. Justin posted the snapshots on Instagram with the caption, “Today was the kids’ first day of school! 8th, 6th, 4th, and 1st grade.” In the first photo, Justin’s daughters Ella, Kennedy, Klein and son South stand together in a line for their first-day-of-school sibling snapshot. The …
Aug 16
Hear Luke Combs’s new live version of “Fast Car”
Courtesy of Sony Music Nashville Luke Combs has released a live rendition of his cover of Tracy Chapman‘s “Fast Car.” Complete with a brief introduction from Luke and crowd cheers, the track was recorded during Luke’s sold-out show at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis earlier this year. “Fast Car” is featured on Luke’s latest album, Gettin’ Old, which dropped in March. Most …
Aug 16
Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson + more earn People’s Choice Country Awards nominations
ABC/Connie Chornuk The nominees for the People’s Choice Country Awards have been announced. Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson and Kelsea Ballerini are among the artists vying for the night’s biggest honor, the People’s Artist of 2023 award. Bailey Zimmerman, Jelly Roll, Kane Brown and HARDY, and Carrie Underwood, Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde and Megan Moroney are among those nominated in the Male Artist of 2023 and Female Artist of 2023 categories, …
Aug 16
Thomas Rhett on his strengths in school + daughters’ academic journeys
ABC If you ever wondered what Thomas Rhett was like in school, he’d be the first to admit that he “was an okay student.” “I made good grades, I think, because I felt like I had to, Thomas recounts. “But when I got to college, it really started to be like, ‘I really dislike this.’” “I’ve always …
Aug 15
Nashville notes: Tim McGraw’s signed bundle + Eli Winders’ “Pack My Hometown”
Tim McGraw has “just finished signing posters” for his Standing Room Only Exclusive Signed Poster Bundle. Limited quantities are available now at store.timmcgraw.com. Tim’s new album, Standing Room Only, arrives August 25. Country newcomer Eli Winders has released his Atlantic Records/Bad Realm Records debut song, “Pack My Hometown.” The emotional ode was penned by Eli and Eric Arjes. Of the song, Eli shares, “‘Pack My Hometown’ is about …
Aug 15
Want to perform at Dollywood? Here’s your chance
Miller Mobley/NBC Dollywood’s entertainment team is looking for singers, singers who dance, improvisational actors, costumed characters and character performers to take the spotlight at its iconic theme park in 2024. Available roles for the 2024 season include full-time positions as well as seasonal (summer and Christmas) opportunities. Performers must be at least 18 years of age. Submissions …
Aug 15
Morgan Wallen’s reign continues on Billboard’s Hot Country Airplay + Hot 100 charts
ABC Morgan Wallen‘s smash hit “Last Night” shows no signs of slowing down on the charts. The song now sits atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart for a 25th week, making it the fourth longest-running track “since the survey became the genre’s main chart in 1958,” according to Billboard. Morgan is preceded by Bebe Rexha and Florida Georgia Line (“Meant To Be”), Sam Hunt (“Body Like a …
Aug 15
Russell Dickerson’s “God Gave Me A Girl” video may tug at the heartstrings
Courtesy of Triple Tigers Records Russell Dickerson has unveiled the music video for his romantic single, “God Gave Me A Girl.” The moving visualizer features Russell performing the track as a fictional couple faces seemingly insurmountable tribulations together. Fortunately, the video ends on a happy note as the husband and wife share happy tears and smiles, with a kid of their own. …
Aug 15
Cole Swindell drops high-energy “Drinkaby” video
Courtesy of Warner Music Nashville Cole Swindell has released the music video for his single, “Drinkaby,” The spirited visualizer was directed by Michael Monaco and features live concert footage from Cole’s onstage performances. “When I first heard this song I envisioned it being the show opener on the Home Team Tour, and it’s been a blast playing it live,” shares …