Courtesy of Sony Music Nashville As “Tennessee Orange” continues its ascension on the country charts, Megan Moroney is recalling how the song almost never saw the light of day. “We weren’t even going to put out ‘Tennessee Orange,’” Megan reveals to ABC Audio. “It was almost football season about the time it was supposed to come out. And I was like, ‘Honestly, if we don’t put this …
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Jun 13
Nashville notes: Lee’s acoustic “Save the Roses” + Danielle’s “Runaways”
Lee Brice is set to release an acoustic version of his poignant single “Save the Roses.” The track serves as a tribute to his longtime friend, the late Kyle Jacobs, who also co-wrote and co-produced the song. Presave “Save the Roses (Acoustic)” now and while you wait, listen to the studio version. Danielle Bradberry‘s “Runaways” is out now. The midtempo number is Danielle’s latest release …
Jun 13
Design your award at the Country Music Hall of Fame
Jason Davis/Getty Images for Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum You’re invited to design your very own award at the Country Music Hall of Fame. The event is inspired by the ongoing Chris Stapleton: Since 1978 exhibit, which showcases Chris’ numerous awards, including his Grammy nods and a Waffle House Tunie award for having the most-played song on Waffle …
Jun 13
Three weeks later, Morgan’s “Last Night” still reigns at #1
NBC Morgan Wallen‘s “Last Night” is #1 on the Mediabase Country chart for a third week. Morgan’s latest single, “One Thing At A Time,” is also #7 on the chart, making him the sole artist with two songs concurrently in the top 10. Additionally, “Last Night” continues its #1 streak on Billboard‘s all-genre Hot 100 chart for a 10th consecutive week. Both songs are featured on Morgan’s …
Jun 13
Dierks Bentley has chosen his next single
ABC “Something Real” will be Dierks Bentley‘s next single on country radio. The meaningful, uptempo track was written by Dierks, Ross Copperman, HARDY, Ashley Gorley and Luke Dick during a writing retreat in Colorado. “I think we are all seeking something a little deeper than what’s on the surface, the things we see on social media. For me, that looks like putting my phone down, …
Jun 13
Garth Brooks responds to backlash over Bud Light being served at upcoming Nashville bar
Theo Wargo/Getty Images Country music superstar Garth Brooks is speaking out after causing what he described as a “little bit of a stir” by saying he would serve “every brand of beer” in his new Nashville bar. Brooks’ comment, made in an interview with a Billboard reporter on June 7, was interpreted by many as saying his upcoming Friends in Low …
Jun 13
Tim McGraw surprises Randy Travis with cover of his hit
Jason Kempin/Getty Images Tim McGraw and Randy Travis shared a sweet moment backstage at the recent CMA Fest. The “Live Like You Were Dying” hitmaker surprised Randy with an a cappella cover of his 1986 #1 hit, “On the Other Hand.” Randy appeared excited as he sang along with Tim and Tim’s nephew, Timothy. “I can’t tell you how much it meant to see …
Jun 13
Carrie Underwood’s new deluxe album will include a live track
Courtesy of Capitol Records Nashville Carrie Underwood has revealed the track list for her upcoming Denim & Rhinestones (Deluxe Edition) album. Arriving on September 22, the expansive 18-song collection will feature six additional songs, including the recently released “Take Me Out,” new single “Out of That Truck” and a special live version of “She Don’t Know” from her Denim & Rhinestones Tour. Denim & Rhinestones (Deluxe …
Jun 13
Jelly Roll on his multigenre success: “I just make the music, I let them pick the box”
ABC After hitting #1 on country radio in January with “Son of a Sinner” and on rock radio last year with “Dead Man Walking,” Jelly Roll is proving his multigenre success wasn’t a fluke. His current single, “Need a Favor,” is currently #7 on Billboard‘s Hot Country Songs chart and simultaneously at #3 on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. “Aw dude, I love it, man,” Jelly Roll tells ABC …
Jun 12
Nashville notes: Kameron Marlowe’s rootsy song + Restless Road’s “Last Rodeo”
Kameron Marlowe‘s revisiting his country roots in the neotraditional-leaning “I Can Lie (The Truth Is).” Of his new rootsy track, Kameron says, “When people hear it, I want them to be taken back in time to the 1970s when western outlaw country was taking over.” Country group Restless Road has dropped a new song, “Last Rodeo.” The anthemic breakup number was penned by the trio’s Colton Pack, Garrett Nichols and Zach …