Jason Kempin / Staff Garth Brooks is set to perform at Matthew McConaughey‘s 11th annual fundraising event, Mack, Jack & McConaughey, on Thursday, April 27. Led by Matthew, and co-organized by singer/songwriter Jack Ingram and ESPN analyst and Texas coaching legend Mack Brown, the joint nonprofit effort aims to raise funds to empower kids through various charity organizations. “They team up …
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Apr 27
Wynonna Judd joins CMA Fest Artist of the Day lineup
ABC The Country Music Association has announced Wynonna Judd as the fourth and final artist on the Artist of the Day lineup. Wynonna will take the CMA Close Up Stage inside Fan Fair X on Sunday, June 11, for an up-close-and-personal conversation hosted by Trisha Yearwood. Wynonna joins previously announced Dierks Bentley (June 8), Reba McEntire (June 9) and Brothers Osborne (June 10) as part of the …
Apr 27
Reba McEntire + Brooks & Dunn drop acoustic version of “If You See Him, If You See Her”
MCA Nashville Reba McEntire and Brooks & Dunn are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their hit “If You See Him, If You See Her” with a newly recorded acoustic version. Produced by acclaimed producer Dave Cobb, the track features a more piano- and acoustic guitar-driven production than its original 1998 recording, which became a multiple-week number-one single that year. “If You See Him, …
Apr 27
Star-studded performance lineup revealed for 2023 ACM Awards
Academy of Country Music The performance lineup for the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards has been announced. Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Morgan Wallen, Keith Urban, Kane Brown, Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, Jo Dee Messina, Ashley McBryde, Jelly Roll, Cole Swindell, The War And Treaty, Bailey Zimmerman, and co-host and country legend Dolly Parton are set to perform from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Additionally, Dolly will debut her …
Apr 27
“Gold” made Dierks Bentley fall in love with Nashville again
Capitol Records Nashville Dierks Bentley‘s “Gold” is fast moving to the top of the country chart. Penned by Dierks, Ashley Gorley, Luke Dick and Ross Copperman, the track boasts uplifting lyrics that encourage listeners to count their blessings amid life’s highs and lows. “I got some rust on my Chevy but it’s ready to roll/ I got a rhinestone sky and a …
Apr 26
Nashville notes: Drake Milligan’s merch + Miranda Lambert’s meatloaf
Drake Milligan has launched his first line of merchandise, which includes T-shirts, hoodies and tote bags. Fans of his debut single “Sounds Like Something I’d Do” can also grab a T-shirt and keychain with the song title on it. Check out Drake’s online store for more. Miranda Lambert was on the Tamron Hall Show to talk about her new cookbook, Las Vegas residency and more. Miranda and …
Apr 26
Enjoy Paula Deen’s Lemon Curd Pudding in 30 minutes
Aaron Davidson / Stringer If you’re craving something sweet and tart, you’ll have to check out Paula Deen‘s Lemon Curd Pudding recipe. Paula recently posted an Instagram video of her making her Lemon Curd Pudding from scratch, accompanied by the official recipe in the post caption. “I’m making a treat for my grandchildren, y’all. I had this request for my Lemon Curd …
Apr 26
George Strait added to Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday concert lineup
Jason Kempin/Getty Images George Strait, Dwight Yoakam, Jamey Johnson, Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, Rodney Crowell and more have been added to the performance lineup at the upcoming Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90, a star-studded concert celebrating Willie’s 90th birthday. They join the previously announced superstar-stacked bill, which includes Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert and The Chicks. Willie is set to take the stage to perform, as well. Willie’s music-filled birthday …
Apr 26
Kelsea Ballerini says singing “Penthouse” to fans has been a “guttural moment”
ABC/Connie Chornuk Kelsea Ballerini dropped her surprise post-divorce EP, Rolling Up the Welcome Mat, in February. The autobiographical set features six songs, including the deeply personal ballad “Penthouse.” In a recent interview with People, Kelsea talked about her EP and how “Penthouse” has been resonating with fans at live shows. “When I sing ‘Penthouse,’ it’s a guttural moment with every woman in the room …
Apr 26
Charles Kelley drops live video of “As Far As You Could”
ABC/Connie Chornuk Charles Kelley has released a live performance video of his latest solo song, “As Far As You Could,” recorded in London, Glasgow and Dublin. Dubbed Charles’ “personal goodbye letter to alcohol,” the video features Charles performing a stripped-down rendition of his emotional track as fellow member Dave Haywood and guitarist Slim Gambill accompany him on acoustic guitars. The arrival of the “As Far …