Big MachineBrett Young is giving his fans what they want, with the fourth — and likely final — release from his self-titled debut album. “‘Mercy’ is the new single because of the amazing fan response,” the California native says. “It’s the feeling you get when someone breaks your heart but won’t let you move on. ‘Mercy’ …
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Feb 21
“Break Up in the End” is the beginning of Cole Swindell’s new album
Warner Bros.We’ll get our first listen to music from Cole Swindell’s third album on Friday, as the Georgia native releases his new song, “Break Up in the End.” “This is one of those songs from the first time I heard it I knew it was special,” Cole said on social media, as he revealed the single’s cover. …
Feb 21
Chris Janson’s Opry induction set for March 20
Photo by Chris Hollo for the Grand Ole OpryChris Janson will officially become the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry during a ceremony set to take place March 20. The “Fix a Drink” hitmaker found out when he’ll be inducted on Tuesday night, during his first performance on the Opry since he was first invited …
Feb 21
From the “Back Road” to the Speedway, Sam Hunt is headed to the Indy 500
ABC/Mark LevineSam Hunt is taking “Body Like a Back Road” to the racetrack. The Georgia native will headline this year’s Legends Day Concert at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday, May 26. The 102nd Indianapolis 500 follows on Sunday. “Love You Like That” hitmaker Canaan Smith will open, along with newcomer Filmore. Tickets for the show are on sale now. …
Feb 21
The recipe for success Chris Stapleton borrowed from ZZ Top
ABC/Image Group LA With a collection of critically acclaimed gold and platinum albums to his credit, as well as CMA Awards and Grammys, Chris Stapleton says his philosophy of making records is actually pretty simple. “I heard Billy Gibbons from ZZ Top, I read an interview with him one time,” Chris explains, “where he said he always just tried to …
Feb 20
“Good Girl”: Carrie Underwood helps injured policeman from her hometown
ABC/Image Group LA Carrie Underwood is pitching in to help an injured police officer from her Oklahoma hometown. Checotah Assistant Police Chief Justin Durrett suffered multiple neck injuries on February 11, after his truck ran off the road, flipped, and pinned him underneath, according to the Tulsa World. Carrie donated $10,000 to the GoFundMe account created to help the 35-year-old father …
Feb 20
Scotty McCreery needs your help creating new fan-sourced “Five More Minutes” video
Triple TigersScotty McCreery is teaming up with Cracker Barrel to create a new video for his top three hit “Five More Minutes” — and he needs your help. The American Idol winner is asking fans to submit videos with loved ones they’d like to spend “Five More Minutes” with, for a chance to be included in the clip. …
Feb 20
Toby Keith marks 25 years of his breakthrough hit with Shoulda Been a Cowboy Tour
Shock Ink Toby Keith is celebrating the silver anniversary of his very first hit with a 2018 tour. The Should’ve Been a Cowboy Tour XXV marks a quarter-century since the Oklahoma native’s debut single — and first #1 — was released. The trek kicks off April 6 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Here’s a look at …
Feb 20
Chris Young continues Losing Sleep, adding new tour dates in the fall
ABC/Image Group LA Chris Young is extending his Losing Sleep World Tour, adding nine new dates in September, including his first-ever headlining show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The Murfreesboro, Tennessee native has already sold out five consecutive weekends on the winter leg of the tour this year, just as the trek’s title song became his tenth …
Feb 16
Dan + Shay’s Dan Smyers borrows a trick from Keith and Nicole
ABC/Image Group LA If you listen closely to Keith Urban’s top-15 hit, “Female,” you’ll find it’s actually his wife, actress Nicole Kidman, who’s contributing some of the background vocals. The Aussie superstar may have started a trend, because now Nicole isn’t the only spouse who’s adding BGVs to a current tune. Dan + Shay’s Dan Smyers revealed to Billboard that it’s …