Todd Williamson/E! Entertainment/NBC To celebrate its 65th anniversary and International Women’s Day (March 8), Mattel, Inc. is honoring Shania Twain and seven other global storytellers with its new Role Model series. “I am honoured to be recognised as a Barbie role model – I have my own one-of-a-kind Barbie doll!! Pinch me!!” Shania shares on …
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Mar 07
Old Dominion looks up to Dolly Parton
ABC In honor of Women’s History Month, Old Dominion‘s spotlighting a multi-hyphenate icon who’s inspired them: Dolly Parton. “One woman that has impacted us, and our music, and our life is Dolly Parton. She is one of the greatest songwriters to ever come along and just an all-around great person, entrepreneur, somebody that we look up to,” the …
Mar 07
Hear a snippet of Brantley Gilbert’s rocking song, “Off the Rails”
Ethan Miller/Getty Images Brantley Gilbert has shared a snippet of his new song, “Off the Rails,” ahead of its Friday release. The video features a collection of clips from Brantley’s live performances, soundtracked to his rocking tune. Sonically, the clip of “Off the Rails” showcases the rock-leaning production Brantley’s known for on hits like “Bottoms Up” and “Kick It …
Mar 07
What to know about Garth Brooks’ new Nashville bar, Friends in Low Places
Amazon Prime Video The iconic lead single off Garth Brooks‘ 1990 album, No Fences, “Friends in Low Places,” is getting the brick-and-mortar treatment. The country music superstar’s latest project, the Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky Tonk, has officially opened its doors, making it a permanent fixture in Nashville. The 17-time American Music Awards winner and two-time …
Mar 07
Carrie Underwood’s inspired by Reba, Dolly, Martina: “These women just juggle everything masterfully”
NBC To celebrate International Women’s Day (March 8), Carrie Underwood is sharing about the women in country music who inspire her personally and professionally. “I think my biggest influences musically, or career-wise, would have to be women like Reba [McEntire], Dolly [Parton], Faith Hill [and] Martina McBride,” says Carrie. “You see all of these women just juggle …
Mar 07
Miranda Lambert reflects on Vegas residency, teases what’s next
ABC As Miranda Lambert readies to kick off her final run of Vegas shows, she’s taking a moment to share some of her favorite things at the residency. “I think what I’ll miss about the shows in Vegas is the wardrobe because everybody dresses to the nines and it’s really fun to see,” Miranda says on an Instagram Reel, adding …
Mar 07
Conner Smith on the success of “Creek Will Rise”: “That song has changed my life”
Courtesy of The Valory Music Co. If there’s a song that’s taken Conner Smith‘s career to new heights, it’s “Creek Will Rise.” “It’s been crazy. That song has changed my life,” Conner tells ABC Audio. “It was really cool to watch the song as it was growing at radio. First top ten single that we’ve …
Mar 06
Nashville notes: Dylan Marlowe’s “Bat Outta Hell” + Maren’s benefit show
Dylan Marlowe has announced he’s dropping a new song, “Bat Outta Hell (With a Boat on the Back),” on March 15. You can check out its cover art now on Dylan’s Instagram. Maren Morris is playing a benefit show in Nashville to raise funds for the rebuilding of Camp Wayfarer “after a tragic fire took their dining …
Mar 06
Dollywood’s opening its doors with a music festival
Katherine Bomboy/NBC Dollywood’s springing into spring with its new I Will Always Love You Music Festival. Kicking off Dollywood’s reopening on Saturday, the event will offer visitors an immersive experience of “larger-than-life performances, colorful and interactive installations,” per the attraction’s website. There’ll be singalongs to Dolly Parton‘s timeless hits, numerous photo opportunities, glittery pink displays via …
Mar 06
Hailey Whitters is dropping a new collab soon
ABC Hailey Whitters is teaming up with Nashville-based singer/songwriter Ben Rector for a new song, “Color Up My World.” The announcement arrived via Ben’s Instagram alongside a snippet of the upbeat, banjo-driven track and its music video. “Color Up My World with my lovely tourmate @haileywhitters, March 15th. It feels unexpected and wonderful and I am …