ABC/Paula Lobo“Asphalt Cowboy” is now more than just a song on Jason Aldean’s self-titled debut album from 2005: It’s the title of his upcoming exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. “Jason Aldean: Asphalt Cowboy” will open May 26 and run through November 5, and it promises plenty of rare memorabilia from the …
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May 10
“Happens Like That”: How FGL's Tyler Hubbard and Tacoma, Washington helped inspire Granger Smith's new song
BBR Music Group Granger Smith co-wrote his new single with Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard, as the two were sitting on a tour bus, watching fans file into a show in Tacoma, Washington. “Writing on tour, in the heart of our fans… is a game changer for me,” Granger tells Billboard. “We can literally look out the window of …
May 10
Brett Eldredge says it's all in the name on album #3
Atlantic/Warner Music NashvilleBrett Eldredge’s new album will arrive August 4, and it’s so much a reflection of who he is, he’s calling it simply Brett Eldredge. Having previously called the lead single “Somethin’ I’m Good At” a reflection of his personality, the Illinois native now reveals he believes the same is true of his new project. …
May 10
Coming soon: Tyler Hubbard and Bryan Kelley to open FGL House in downtown Nashville
ABC/Image Group LAThe next time you plan a trip to Music City, you can stop by and vibe like the guys in Florida Georgia Line. Tyler Hubbard and Bryan Kelley have just revealed plans for FGL House, a four-story restaurant and entertainment destination that will be situated on 3rd Avenue South in the SoBro area …
May 10
Scotty McCreery speaks out to the “American Idol” naysayers: “Nobody's gonna support that show more than me”
Triple 8 ManagementWith the news that American Idol will return to TV on ABC next season, there’s no one who’s more pleased to see the show come back than its 2011 champion, Scotty McCreery. “I mean, nobody’s gonna support that show more than me, and there’s a bunch of us out there that will,” the North Carolina native …
May 09
Play On: Why Carrie Underwood will be the honorary coach for 100 girls sports teams this summer
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood is throwing out the opening pitch so 100 girls sports teams can play ball this summer. “The Fighter” hitmaker is donating $200,000 to pay for girls’ team sports projects on the education crowdfunding website DonorsChoose.org. The money comes from Carrie’s partnership with Dick’s Sporting Goods, which carries her Calia fitness and lifestyle products. …
May 09
Jake Owen offers up a three-minute tropical vacation in the video for “Good Company”
RCA RecordsIf you’re in desperate need of a tropical vacation, but you can’t quite make it the beach, Jake Owen is here to help you out. The Florida native offers three minutes of relief in the new video for his latest single, “Good Company.” The clip follows him all the way from his bus to a private …
May 09
“Something in the Water”: Miranda Lambert gets into the movie business
ABC/Image Group LAMiranda Lambert is dipping her toe into the movie business. She’s set to write an original song and be the executive music producer for the new comedy Something in the Water, which is expected to shoot in Nashville later this year. The movie centers around a group of women who challenge the men in their …
May 09
Brett Eldredge gives fans a peek at album #3
Atlantic/Warner NashvilleWe may not know the title or the release date of Brett Eldredge’s follow-up to his sophomore Illinois album, but thanks to his excitement, we do know what it will look like. “Album 3 is coming!!!!!!!!! Here’s the COVER!” the “Wanna Be That Song” hitmaker shared on social media Tuesday. In the moody photo, a dressed-down Brett leans against …
May 09
Kelsea Ballerini, Thomas Rhett & Keith Urban dominate CMT Music Awards nominations
CMTKelsea Ballerini, Thomas Rhett, and Keith Urban lead the nominations for this year’s CMT Music Awards, with four nods each. Carrie Underwood, Florida Georgia Line, Lauren Alaina, and Luke Bryan are close behind, with three apiece. The mammoth Video of the Year category — the evening’s top prize — is crowded with practically everyone in …