ABC/Kelsey McNeal“Meant to Be” is proving to be the hit that just keeps on going. Currently at a record-setting 39 weeks and counting on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs tally, the collaboration between Florida Georgia Line and pop star Bebe Rexha is already the biggest hit ever in the chart’s history. Just this week, the smash locked in nominations in three …
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Aug 30
On the wings of a Dove: Rascal Flatts to sing at this year’s Christian music awards
ABC/Image Group LA Rascal Flatts is set to sing at the 49th Annual GMA Dove Awards, taking place this fall in Music City. The award-winning trio will perform with gospel artist Jason Crabb, whose most recent album, Unexpected, was produced by RF’s Jay DeMarcus. Lead singer Gary LeVox also duets with Crabb on the track, “Chose to Be My Friend.” The …
Aug 30
“Jukebox Junkie”: Walker Hayes spins 21 tunes in three minutes in “90’s Country”
Monument RecordsHow do you squeeze 21 country classics from the ’90s into two minutes and 52 seconds? It’s not easily accomplished, but it’s a skill Walker Hayes has mastered with his new single, “90’s Country.” Walker debuted the first new tune from his sophomore album Thursday on ABC’s Good Morning America. If you missed his performance, you can …
Aug 30
Lauren Alaina cancels Labor Day weekend concert to be with her family
ABC/Lou RoccoIt’s been a tough week for Lauren Alaina, and now she’s been forced to cancel her appearance at the Labor Day weekend country music festival in Panama City, Florida. “Due to a family medical emergency, Lauren Alaina will not be performing at this weekend’s Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam,” a message on her socials reads. “She is grateful …
Aug 30
#TTWDT: Morgan Evans teases big announcement on Instagram Live later today
Warner Music NashvilleHot on the heels of his first #1, Morgan Evans is counting down to a big reveal on social media later today. “Instagram Live. 5 p.m. CT,” the Aussie singer shared on his socials Thursday morning. “Make your favorite drink and let’s cheers to a big announcement together.” Morgan also added the hashtag #TTWDT, though it’s not …
Aug 29
“O, say can you see…her again?” Carly Pearce may be NASCAR’s most popular anthem singer
ABC/Image Group LA Carly Pearce’s version of “The Star Spangled Banner” is so good, she keeps getting invited back for encores. The Kentucky native returns to the Brickyard 400 on September 9 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to perform the national anthem for the second year in a row. This will be at least her third time …
Aug 29
Chase Rice, newcomer Jon Langston and the Peach Pickers join Luke Bryan for his 10th Farm Tour this fall
ABC/Ida Mae AstuteLuke Bryan has revealed who’ll be joining him on his annual Farm Tour this fall. “Ready Set Roll” hitmaker Chase Rice will open the shows, along with newcomer Jon Langston, who’s just launched his first single, “When It Comes to Loving You.” As is his tradition every year, Luke will also bring along his fellow Georgians The Peach …
Aug 29
Kane Brown starts the countdown to the AMAs by revealing the nominees next month
ABC/Image Group LA Kane Brown will help reveal the nominees for this year’s American Music Awards on Wednesday, September 12. The “Lose It” hitmaker will be live from YouTube Space L.A. with Bebe Rexha, who of course scored a smash with Florida Georgia Line on “Meant to Be. “Boo’d Up” singer Ella Mae and Fifth Harmony member Normani complete the lineup. You can watch …
Aug 29
Get ready to go back to the 90’s with Walker Hayes’ new single, coming on Thursday
Monument RecordsWalker Hayes is throwing it back to the nineties with his new single. The “You Broke Up with Me” hitmaker will debut his new release, “90’s Country,” live on ABC’s Good Morning America on Thursday. Expect Walker to namecheck huge hits from the decade, from Deana Carter’s “Strawberry Wine” and the Dixie Chicks’ “Cowboy Take Me Away” to “She …
Aug 29
“Tour rat” Luke Bryan ponders a third win as CMA Entertainer of the Year
ABC/Image Group LA The coveted CMA Entertainer of the Year is largely seen as a touring award. Both Kenny Chesneyand Luke Bryan mounted major stadium tours this year, while Jason Aldean, Keith Urban and Chris Stapleton set out on major treks as well. Luke agrees tour success plays a big part, but points out it’s not contrived. “I don’t set out and go, …