Big Loud Records Chris Lane has officially been a dad since welcoming his baby boy Dutton in mid-2021, Now, he’s proving that his dad joke game is strong: His new song, “Howdy,” is a play on words, juxtaposing the title against sentiments like “How’d he ever let you go?” and “How’d he ever walk away?” …
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Feb 11
Maren Morris’ “Background Music” takes the long view on life and love
ABC Maren Morris pens a love letter to those closest to her in “Background Music,” the newest release to come off her upcoming studio album, Humble Quest. It’s a celebration of savoring life, especially in light of the knowledge that a person’s time on earth can’t last forever. “We’ve got time, but we’re only human …
Feb 11
Luke Bryan’s “comfortable in his own skin,” both onstage and in bed, thanks to self-confidence + a CPAP
ABC As Luke Bryan heads into tonight’s opening show of his Las Vegas residency, he’s grateful to be at a place in his career where he’s truly comfortable and confident onstage. “I think as you get more and more comfortable in who you are as an artist and all the true stresses of life — …
Feb 10
Nashville notes
Willie Nelson has announced the release of his next album, A Beautiful Time. It’ll arrive April 29, which is Willie’s 89th birthday. The first single, “I’ll Love You Till the Day I Die,” is out now. Randy Travis’ More Life documentary premieres tonight at 8:30 p.m. EST on the Circle Network. Dustin Lynch is teasing …
Feb 10
Miranda Lambert “humbled” by ACMs recognition as she ties a nominations record with Reba McEntire
ABC Miranda Lambert scored five 2022 ACM Awards nominations this week, making her one of the events most-nominated artists. Among her nods is an Album of the Year nomination courtesy of The Marfa Tapes, her acoustic project with Jon Randall and Jack Ingram, which the trio recorded around a campfire during a five-day stay in …
Feb 10
“Beyond a dream”: Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde celebrate their joint ACM mentions and individual noms
ABC When the 2022 ACMs nominees list arrived on Thursday morning, Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde both got multiple mentions. They’re going head to head in the Female Artist of the Year category, and both artists agree it’s an honor to be in the mix alongside such talented women. “There’s nothing better than celebrating alongside …
Feb 10
Chris Janson enlists superstar pals and his wife + kids for his “Cold Beer Truth” video
Warner Music Nashville Fans can catch quite a few celebrity appearances in the music video for “Cold Beer Truth,” the latest new song to be released from Chris Janson. Kid Rock is just one of the stars to make an appearance in the clip, playing the role of a buddy showing up to have a …
Feb 10
Chris Young, Walker Hayes, Miranda Lambert + Chris Stapleton lead 2022 ACM Awards nominees
ABC Chris Young is a frontrunner after the 2022 ACM Awards nominees were announced Thursday morning. He earned the most nominations of any artist, thanks largely to his mega-hit duet with Kane Brown, “Famous Friends.” Chris earned seven mentions in total over four categories. He’s double-nominated in three of those, due to his role as …
Feb 10
Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen reveal noms for the 57th ACM Awards
Academy of Country Music Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen, two of the 2022 ACM Awards’ three co-hosts, revealed the first nominees for the 57th ACM Awards on Twitter. This year’s event takes place on March 7 at 8 p.m. ET in Las Vegas and, for the first time, will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. …
Feb 10
‘Welcome to the Block Party’: Priscilla Block is “sassy,” “trashy” and so much more on her full-length debut
UMG Nashville Priscilla Block drops her debut album, Welcome to the Block Party, on Friday, and as the title suggests, it’s an artistic mission statement designed to introduce fans to all sides of who she is. “It’s me as a whole,” Priscilla details. “What is the Block Party? It’s sassy. It’s trashy. It’s sad sometimes. …