ABC/Image Group LAFor Luke Bryan, “What Makes You Country” is more than just the title track of his latest album and likely the song that will be his next number one: it’s an anthem for folks just like him, who grew up in rural America. “I love the song. It’s a statement song,” Luke says. “And …
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Feb 21
A little bit country, a little bit rock and roll: Tim McGraw and Rascal Flatts to headline festival with Aerosmith and REO Speedwagon
ABC/Image Group LARascal Flatts will join Tim McGraw in headlining the three-day Twin Cities Summer Jam Festival, along with rock legends Aerosmith. Rapper Pitbull and eighties rockers REO Speedwagon are on the bill as well for the July 18-20 event, which takes place on the infield of the Canterbury Park racetrack in Shakopee, Minnesota. Tim’s not just one of the performers, by the …
Feb 21
Dolly Parton marks the passing of Country Music Hall of Famer Fred Foster, the man behind her first record deal
L-R: Kris Kristofferson, Fred Foster, Willie Nelson; Erika Goldring/Getty ImagesCountry Music Hall of Famer Fred Foster passed away Wednesday night at the age of 87, after a short illness. The 2016 inductee into the Hall led the legendary record label Monument, and was instrumental in the careers of Kris Kristofferson and Roy Orbison, among others. Perhaps most notably, he gave Dolly …
Feb 21
Vegas or bust: Is Kelly Clarkson making plans for this year’s ACM Awards?
Carter SmithCould Kelly Clarkson be planning on making a special appearance — or even performing — at this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards? The original American Idol is nominated for Music Event of the Year at the 54th ACMs for “Keeping Score,” her collaboration with Dan + Shay from their current self-titled album. Responding to the news, Kelly tweeted, “YES!!!!! #Keeping …
Feb 21
Watch now: Ellen DeGeneres reveals big baby news for FGL’s Tyler Hubbard
ABC/Image Group LAFlorida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard won’t soon forget his appearance this week on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He and his wife Hayley were supposed to find out the sex of their second child on Friday, but Ellen sped up the process for the couple with a surprise gender reveal. Prior to the big news, both Tyler and Hayley agreed they …
Feb 21
Listen now: Jon Pardi does a tried-and-true take on “My Next Broken Heart,” as Brooks & Dunn reveals the “REBOOT” lineup
Arista NashvilleThe track listing is out for Brooks & Dunn’s twelve-cut REBOOT of their biggest hits, which teams them with a who’s-who of the hottest names in country music. Highlights of the set promise to be Thomas Rhett’s rendition of “My Maria,” Brothers Osborne doing “Hard Workin’ Man,” and Midland tackling “Boot Scootin’ Boogie.” The full album won’t be out until April 5, …
Feb 21
Coming soon: Maren Morris unveils “The Bones” of her “GIRL” album
Columbia NashvilleYou’ll be able to hear the third new song from Maren Morris’ sophomore album, GIRL, tonight at 11 p.m. CT. Maren’s been teasing “The Bones” by sharing some of the lyrics on her socials: “The house don’t fall when the bones are good.” She also included the artwork for the track, which is a simple pencil drawing …
Feb 21
Fifteen years into his career, Dierks Bentley’s four ACM noms are “sweeter” “now more than ever”
Capitol NashvilleFor Dierks Bentley, waking up to four Academy of Country Music nods Wednesday was a great way to start the day, since he hadn’t slept particularly well the night before. “I have a dog that’s 15 years old, George,” Dierks explains, pointing out he adopted George at the same time as his beloved Jake, who passed away …
Feb 20
Maren Morris’ 14-track “GIRL” includes a collaboration with her “Favorite People,” Brothers Osborne
Columbia NashvilleMaren Morris’ sophomore album boasts 14 tracks, including two collaborations. She revealed the details on her socials on Wednesday by sharing a photo of the back cover of the record. The project kicks off with its title cut, “GIRL,” which has already broken into the top thirty on the country chart. It also includes “All My …
Feb 20
Future bride & groom Michael Ray and Carly Pearce dream of matching ACM Awards
Academy of Country MusicNot only are Michael Ray and Carly Pearce headed down the aisle in the coming months, they’re also headed to Las Vegas to possibly pick up matching trophies at this year’s ACM Awards. Michael’s up for New Male Artist of the Year, while Carly competes for the New Female honor. “PRETTY SURE ALL OF LA JUST …