Beth Gwinn/Getty Images’90s hitmaker Jo Dee Messina has been diagnosed with cancer. The announcement was made in a message Wednesday from Messina’s team on the “I’m Alright” singer’s website. The message gave no specifics about the nature of Messina’s illness, just saying “she was recently diagnosed with cancer. It has been a trying summer, but …
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Sep 07
Thomas Rhett is ready for a “ton of comments” on The Chainsmokers-inspired track on “Life Changes”
Valory Music Co. Thomas Rhett admits he’s dealing with a few nerves, as he gets ready for the release of his third studio album, Life Changes, on Friday. On the other hand, he calls it “the best representation of me today.” “This record was not made out of any sort of fear,” the “Unforgettable” singer explains. “It …
Sep 06
Brad Paisley Band(s) Against Cancer with the Grand Ole Opry
ABC/Image Group LABrad Paisley will headline a special Sunday-night edition of the Grand Ole Opry next month to help the fight against cancer. The “Last Time for Everything” hitmaker is this year’s spokesperson for Band Against Cancer, a campaign to raise awareness about available treatments by Sarah Cannon, which is the Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare. Sarah …
Sep 06
CMT will focus on Hurricane Harvey at its 2017 Artists of the Year bash
CMTCMT will honor Chris Stapleton, Florida Georgia Line, Jason Aldean, Keith Urban and Luke Bryan as its 2017 Artists of the Year — but the 8th annual event will be different this year. The 2017 edition will also focus on the heroes and survivors of Hurricane Harvey. The show will air live from Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center, starting at 8 p.m. ET …
Sep 06
Together again: Chris Stapleton & Justin Timberlake team up for “A Concert for Charlottesville”
Courtesy of A Concert for Charlottesville and partnersChris Stapleton will represent country music at the all-star A Concert for Charlottesville later this month, as the Virginia community continues to come together after violent white nationalist rallies on August 11 and 12. Charlottesville rockers Dave Matthews Band will headline the September 24 show at UVA Scott Stadium. Pop stars Ariana Grande and Pharrell Williams will …
Sep 06
Help after Harvey: Dustin Lynch plans Dallas benefit after visiting shelter
ABC/Randy HolmesAfter being inspired by a visit to a Texas shelter this past weekend, Dustin Lynch is heading back to the Lone Star State to further help the victims of Hurricane Harvey. The “Small Town Boy” will headline a benefit for the American Red Cross next Tuesday at Cowboys Red River in Dallas. “The spirit of Texas …
Sep 06
“For Her”: The top-ten hit that's motivating Chris Lane fans to pop the question
ABC/Image Group LA “For Her” becomes the second top-ten hit of Chris Lane’s career this week, following his chart-topper from the summer of 2016, “Fix.” Thanks to the video the North Carolina native did for the track, the romantic ballad may also be the reason quite a few couples are tying the knot. “For the music …
Sep 05
Old Dominion's self-fulfilling prophecy: “Happy Endings” lives up to its name
RCA Nashville Old Dominion decided to name their sophomore album Happy Endings, and so far, it’s living up to its title. This week, OD’s second record debuts at the top of Billboard’s country chart, as it checks in at #7 on the all-genre tally as well. “You’re looking at 5 humbled and grateful guys,” the band tweeted, along with …
Sep 05
King George throws his hat in the ring to help after Hurricane Harvey
ABC/Image Group LA King George is stepping up to help his home state in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. George Strait and his Ace in the Hole Band will headline a Hurricane Harvey Relief Concert on September 12 at the Majestic Theatre in San Antonio, Texas. Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, and Texans Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen will also perform. Tickets go on …
Sep 05
Jason Aldean travels to Memphis for baby name
ABC/Image Group LA Jason Aldean is tipping his hat to Tennessee, with the name of his first son. The two-time ACM Entertainer of the Year says he and wife Brittany will name their little boy Memphis, revealing the news in a social media post that includes a picture of the nursery. It’s decorated with the baby’s name spelled out in …