ABC Carrie Underwood is celebrating her 40th birthday Friday with a surprise new song, “Out Of That Truck.” Out now, the uptempo breakup tune finds Carrie playing the character of a bitter ex who’s certain her old flame won’t ever get over her. “When you’re runnin’ around in that stick shift Chevy/ I bet it drives you crazy/ Thinking …
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Mar 10
Cody Johnson’s “Human” is his most autobiographical song yet
ABC Although Cody Johnson didn’t write his current single, “Human,” he knew he wanted to record it because of its deeply personal story. “That’s probably the most autobiographical song I’ve ever recorded,” Cody says of his Travis Meadows– and Tony Lane-penned track. “When I heard it, obviously I’ve never wanted to be anything but a cowboy, but somewhere I picked up this guitar, things …
Mar 09
Nashville notes: The Opry’s Luke Combs giveaway + Brett Young’s dad’s new book
The Grand Ole Opry is giving fans a chance to win a trip to Nashville to attend Luke Combs‘ concert, and meet the country superstar and Opry member in person. Winners will also get an autographed copy of his album Gettin’ Old, a two-night stay at The Gaylord Opryland Resort and $2,000 for travel expenses. For contest details and to …
Mar 09
Grab a pint of Jimmie Allen’s new peach cobbler Frobert
Chris Beyrooty/CBS Jimmie Allen has teamed up with The Frozen Farm to launch a special peach cobbler-flavored Frobert named after his mom. “Y’all, I am so excited to finally announce my partnership with The Frozen Farmer and introduce you to — MISS ANGIE’S PEACH COBBLER FROBERT,” he writes on Instagram alongside an announcement video. “Frobert is a blend of ice cream …
Mar 09
Kenny Chesney to take fans down a nostalgic road with his I Go Back 2023 Tour
Lisette M. Azar/CBS Get ready to “go back” in time with Kenny Chesney on his upcoming I Go Back 2023 Tour. With nearly 30 songs on the set list, Kenny is making sure longtime fans get to hear the nostalgic songs and massive hits that they grew up with. “All those songs that time-stamped people’s lives, I want to …
Mar 09
Lainey Wilson wants you to join her new Fast Lainers fan club
ABC Lainey Wilson has launched a new fan club and is inviting you to be a part of it. “I figured it was about time we made things official y’all [sparkle emoji] I’m launching a new official fan club for my Fast Lainers,” Lainey wrote in the caption of her Instagram post. “I’ve loved gettin to know and meet y’all, …
Mar 09
Scotty McCreery wants you in his new “It Matters to Her” video
Courtesy of Triple Tigers Records Attention all Scotty McCreery fans: Here’s your chance to be in featured in an upcoming fan music video for Scotty’s single “It Matters to Her.” In a callout on social media, Scotty wrote, “Y’all have been telling me how much ‘It Matters to Her’ means to you — now I want you to show me! Submit your …
Mar 09
Gabby Barrett cruises with two 2023 CMT Music Awards nominations
Alexander Tamargo/Getty Images for Audacy Gabby Barrett‘s autobiographical music video for “Pick Me Up” has earned two nominations at the 2023 CMT Music Awards. An RIAA-certified Platinum hit, the song received nods in both the Video of the Year and Female Video of the Year categories. Its heartfelt visualizer, which was directed by Alexa Campbell, highlights the selfless love shared between Gabby and her …
Mar 09
Sam Hunt is ready to get back to basics with his Ryman show
Todd Owyoung/NBC As Sam Hunt prepares to headline Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on Friday, March 10, he says that he’s ditching the typical big production for an acoustic-leaning setup that’s apt for a “special” venue. “In keeping with this sort of more traditional approach that I’ve lately been taking with the songwriting, even the production, I just like the idea of maybe stripping …
Mar 08
Nashville notes: Country Music Hall of Fame’s new exhibit + Caitlyn Smith’s headlining tour
The Country Music Hall of Fame has unveiled its latest American Currents: State of the Music exhibition series. Launched March 8, the display spotlights notable developments in country music over the last year. Featured artists include Wynonna Judd, Miranda Lambert, Reba, Cody Johnson, Jordan Davis, Scotty McCreery, Parker McCollum and the Black Opry. Caitlyn Smith has announced her headlining The Great Pretender: Solo tour. Kicking off in Austin, …