ABC/Image Group LA If you can imagine how a surprise serenade from Keith Urban might brighten your day — well, you know exactly how some special kids in Nashville felt earlier this week. The Aussie superstar surprised the families at The Children’s Hospital at Tristar Centennial by showing up to commemorate a decade of the Musicians on …
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Feb 02
Through the Years: Luke Bryan's Gone Back in Time to Consider How to Put His Stamp on the Super Bowl Anthem
ABC/Image Group LA On Sunday, Luke Bryan has the coveted — and much-scrutinized — privilege of singing “The Star Spangled Banner” before the Super Bowl. He confesses he initially didn’t realize he’s the first man to sing the national anthem in a decade, since Billy Joel delivered his version in 2007. “Through this process, I’ve kinda gone back through …
Feb 02
“The Devil Don't Sleep”: Why You Should Never Play “Madden” with Brantley Gilbert
BMLGAs Brantley Gilbert heads out on The Devil Don’t Sleep Tour tonight, the “Weekend” hitmaker admits he’s just getting to know his two opening acts. While he may just be getting acquainted with newcomer Tucker Beathard, Brantley knows his father, hit songwriter Casey Beathard, pretty well. “I’ve written songs with his dad for a while,” …
Feb 02
Maren Morris Warms Up for Her Summer Dates with Sam Hunt with a Sold-Out Headlining Tour
ABC/Image Group LATonight in New York City, four-time Grammy nominee Maren Morris kicks off her first-ever headlining trek with two sold-out shows at the Bowery Ballroom. “The rehearsals are going great,” she says of the Hero Tour. “I’m excited to… have a longer set list and really play with lighting. I mean I’m getting into …
Feb 01
“God's Problem Child”: Willie Nelson Addresses Death Rumors and the 2016 Election on New Album
Legacy RecordingsWillie Nelson returns this spring with his first album of all-new material since 2014’s Band of Brothers.The April 28 release of God’s Problem Child is timed to coincide with the Country Music Hall of Famer’s 84th birthday, which happens to be the next day. The 13-song collection finds Willie in fine form, being both funny and thoughtful, as …
Feb 01
Zac Brown Band Says “Welcome Home” with “My Old Man”
Elektra/Warner NashvilleThere’s new music on the way this week from Zac Brown Band. The group will release their new single, “My Old Man,” Friday morning, ahead of the May 12 debut of their new album, Welcome Home. Teased as a throwback to the band’s beginnings, Welcome Home will be on the Elektra label, after a one-album deal with Big …
Feb 01
Reba's Set to Share Her Views Next Week on ABC
ABC/Image Group LA If you wonder what Reba McEntire thinks about the goings-on in the world these days, you’re likely to have a chance to find out next Wednesday. Reba’s set to share her opinions with the ladies of The View on February 8, as she joins the panel as a co-host on the ABC morning talkfest. The Country …
Feb 01
Blake and Gwen Joke About “Hooking Up” in New “Voice” Promos
NBCBlake Shelton’s main squeeze, Gwen Stefani, returns as a coach for the upcoming 12th season of The Voice, and judging from the promos, it looks like we can expect the sparks to fly. “I just did a country song with Blake Shelton. I got the hookup!” Gwen brags in an exclusive Entertainment Tonight clip. “That …
Feb 01
Sam Hunt Drives “Body Like a Back Road” to Country Radio
MCA NashvilleIf Sam Hunt’s web leak of his tune “Drinkin’ Too Much” was just enough to get you in the mood for some new music from the man who broke through with Montevallo, you’ll be happy to hear this — Sam’s now released the first official single from his sophomore album: “Body Like a Back Road.” Melodic, …
Feb 01
Soul2Soul Confessions: Faith's a Fan of Tim's Beard. His Dancing? Not So Much
ABC/Image Group LA Tim McGraw is sporting a beard, and Faith Hill’s hair is shorter than when we saw her last. Those are just two of the things we learned as the country music power-couple took to Facebook Live Tuesday afternoon to announce half a dozen new dates on their upcoming Soul2Soul trek. They also revealed they’ll …