CMA After Kane Brown topped the chart with “Heaven,” Darius Rucker followed him to #1 with “For the First Time.” Fittingly, it was the first time in the history of the Billboard Country Airplay chart that two black artists have had consecutive #1 songs. Kane told ABC Radio he’s proud of the accomplishment. “It’s cool …
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Jun 08
Chris Stapleton pop-up shop opens in Nashville
ABC/Image Group LAChris Stapleton fans visiting Nashville for CMA Fest will be able to visit a pop-up shop in honor of the singer at The George Jones. The shop, located in downtown Music City, will be open today through Sunday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. It includes exclusive merchandise, custom Louisville Slugger bats, and more. …
Jun 08
Watch Now: Kelsea Ballerini reveals why Kelly Clarkson gave her a “panic attack”
CMA Kelsea Ballerini’s stripped-down performance of “I Hate Loves Songs” on this week’s CMT Music Awards impressed another star who was there: Kelly Clarkson. And after Kelly praised Kelsea on Twitter, Kelsea says she freaked out. While Kelsea’s award show performances are usually big production numbers with glamorous outfits, at the CMT Awards, she wore …
Jun 08
Kelsea Ballerini to debut video for “I Hate Love Songs” at CMA Fest
ABC/Paula LoboKelsea Ballerini will premiere her new music video for “I Hate Love Songs” tonight, following her performance at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium as part of CMA Fest 2018. Country fans in attendance will get a first look at the clip, which will debut on the big screens in the stadium. “I Hate Love Songs” was filmed …
Jun 08
Watch now: Darius Rucker talks star-studded “Straight to Hell” single and video
CMA This week’s CMT Music Awards featured a thrilling live performance of “Straight to Hell,” Darius Rucker’s new single, featuring Lady Antebellum‘s Charles Kelley, Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean. Backstage at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium Thursday night, Darius told ABC Radio he thought they sounded pretty good, considering they’d never played the song before. “Oh yeah, …
Jun 08
Watch Now: Brothers Osborne have “the best of both worlds” with CMA Fest and Bonnaroo performances this weekend
CMA Brothers Osborne are pretty busy. Last night, they played Nashville’s Nissan Stadium as part of CMA Fest. Sunday, they’ll do an afternoon set at the Bonnaroo Music Festival and then return to Nashville to join Dierks Bentley for his 10 p.m. set at the Stadium. John Osborne says he and brother TJ have attended …
Jun 08
Travis Tritt joins judging panel for new TV singing competition “Real Country”
David A. Beloff/Getty ImagesTravis Tritt is the latest country artist to sign on as a judge for the upcoming TV singing competition, Real Country. He joins previously announced judges Jake Owen and Shania Twain; Shania will also serve as executive producer of the show. “I’ve been influenced by so many amazing country artists in my career, and the key to …
Jun 08
Watch Now: Thomas Rhett gives update on the girls, “Life Changes” video and more
CMA Last night, Thomas Rhett performed at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium as part of CMA Fest, but lately, he’s been on the road with his two daughters, and he gave ABC Radio an update on how they’re doing. “Willa is crazy, as she should be. She’s two-and-a-half,” he laughs. “And my youngest, Ada, is now starting …
Jun 08
Watch Now: Carly Pearce talks CMT Award win, CMA Fest stadium performance for “65,000 loving, loving, loving country music fans”
CMA It’s been a big week for Carly Pearce: Wednesday night, she won the Breakthrough Video of the Year trophy at the CMT Music Awards for “Every Little Thing,” and Thursday night, she played her first-ever stadium gig at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium as part of CMA Fest. Telling ABC Radio about her emotional reaction to …
Jun 08
Darius Rucker heads to the Wild West with famous pals in new “Straight to Hell” video
ABC/Image Group LADarius Rucker teamed up with some of his best friends in country music to record his cover of “Straight to Hell” by Georgia rockers Drivin’ N’ Cryin’. Now, the Southern rock song has its own video, and it includes appearances by all the participants: Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean and Lady Antebellum‘s Charles Kelley. The five-minute clip was directed by TK McKamy and …