ABC/Mark LevineReba McEntire will join the esteemed ranks of Kennedy Center honorees this year, as she’s celebrated alongside Cher and the creator of the Broadway musical Hamilton in Washington, D.C. in December. “Country music songstress Reba McEntire has inspired us over four decades with her powerhouse voice and music that conveys heartfelt, heart-warming honesty,” the John F. Kennedy for the …
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Jul 25
Keith Urban’s on a mission to give Merle Haggard his first #1 since the 80’s: “It’s just about time, I say!”
ABC/Randy HolmesEven though Keith Urban grew up in Australia, Merle Haggard’s music was such a part of his formative years that it inspired his latest hit, “Coming Home” — the song kicks off with a sample of Merle’s classic “Mama Tried.” And as the second single from Graffiti U nears the top of the chart, the Aussie is particularly excited …
Jul 24
Little Big Town offers Lemon:Aid to cure your “Summer Fever” on The Bandwagon Tour
Live NationIf you’ve got “Summer Fever,” a glass of lemonade would probably taste pretty good. Little Big Town is making that easy for you, and helping out a good cause at the same time. Fans who go to see the CMA Vocal Group of the Year and Miranda Lambert on The Bandwagon Tour will spot Lemon:Aid Stands at the …
Jul 24
Dan + Shay’s wives leave them “Speechless” and inspire new single
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay can thank their brides for their new single, “Speechless,” the follow-up to their #1, “Tequila.” “‘Speechless’ is definitely inspired by our wives,” Shay Mooney reveals. “It’s very cool to release songs that are not only stories of our lives but also very personal experiences.” “Seeing our wives for the first time in their …
Jul 24
“Dream Chasers” The Judds to be honored with new exhibit at Country Music Hall of Fame
Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumLegendary duo The Judds will be immortalized in a new exhibit opening next month at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The display, titled Dream Chasers, will debut August 10 in Nashville. “The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is sacred ground, regarded with reverence and respect,” Naomi Judd reflects. “I am …
Jul 24
FGL passes George Strait at the biggest hitmaker on “Billboard”‘s Hot Country Songs chart
ABC/Image Group LA Florida Georgia Line has now spent more time atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs tally than any other artist in the history of the chart, which debuted in 1958. FGL’s latest chart-topper, “Meant to Be,” extends their career-long reign to 90 weeks in total, topping George Strait, who previously held the record with 84 weeks at …
Jul 23
Kenny Chesney manages to “Get Along” at #1 for another week
Blue Chair/Warner Bros. NashvilleKenny Chesney‘s record-setting 30th career #1 “Get Along” remains at the top of the chart for a second week, just days before his new album comes out on Friday. The superstar from East Tennessee is donating all the proceeds from Songs for the Saints to help his beloved Virgin Islands recover from last year’s …
Jul 23
Jason Aldean sells out his once-in-a-lifetime show at the home of the Atlanta Braves
ABC/Image Group LA A sold-out crowd of nearly 38,000 turned out to see Jason Aldean play the home of the Atlanta Braves on Saturday. Hootie & the Blowfish, Luke Combs, and Lauren Alaina all joined the three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year for the show at SunTrust Park. “Playing SunTrust was one of those nights I’ll never forget,” Jason reflects. “So …
Jul 23
Cam follows the “Road to Happiness” on fall tour
ABC/Image Group LA Cam will set out on her Road to Happiness Tour September 26 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. The “Burning House” hitmaker announced her fall trek Monday on social media. It’s named after the latest release from her forthcoming sophomore album. Lucie Silvas, wife of Brothers Osborne‘s John Osborne, will open most of the dates. Tickets go on …
Jul 23
Sam Hunt’s “Downtown’s Dead” deception: Why shooting a destination video was a bit of a ruse
MCA Nashville When Sam Hunt traveled south of the border to film the new video for “Downtown’s Dead,” the Georgia native admits he had a bit of an ulterior motive. “The destination video thing was an excuse for me to travel a little bit,” he admits. “I’ve had the travel bug over the past couple …