ABC/Larry McCormack Jon Pardi is set to become the Grand Ole Opry’s newest member on October 24. It’ll be a milestone for both the Opry and Pardi, as the “Last Night Lonely” hitmaker will be the institution’s first California native member. “I mean, [the Grand Ole Opry is] a thing that country music is historic for, and …
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Oct 23
Bob Seger surprises Patty Loveless as she and Tanya Tucker join the Hall of Fame
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum The country and rock worlds came together Sunday night in Nashville as Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Bob Seger made a surprise appearance to help induct Patty Loveless into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Patty was visibly shocked as the “Old Time Rock & Roll” …
Oct 23
Kane Brown zombifies for 30th birthday party
Trae Patton/NBC Halloween came knocking on Kane Brown‘s door a little early this year. The singer celebrated his 30th birthday in style with a Halloween-themed birthday party planned by his wife, Katelyn. “Thanks baby for an unforgettable 30th birthday [kissing face emoji] above and beyond! Thanks for all the birthday wishes and everyone who came out to celebrate love you …
Oct 23
Chayce Beckham on his Opry debut: “What a moment, what a night”
ABC/Eric McCandless Chayce Beckham is beaming with gratitude after making his long-awaited Grand Ole Opry debut. The milestone moment took place October 18 as Chayce took the hallowed stage to perform his autobiographical single, “23,” and the powerful “Till the Day I Die.” “Hello, from The Grand Ole Opry,” Chayce captioned an Instagram carousel of photos of him on the Opry stage. “What a moment, what a …
Oct 23
Megan Moroney shares how interning for Kristian Bush led to him producing her debut album, ‘Lucky’
David McClister/Courtesy of Sony Music Nashville It’s not every day that an undergraduate gets to intern for a Grammy winner. But that was certainly the case for rising country artist Megan Moroney. While studying at the University of Georgia, Megan did an internship with Sugarland‘s Kristian Bush and his brother, Brandon. Speaking to ABC Audio recently, Megan recounted how that exciting opportunity happened and how it led …
Oct 20
Nashville notes: Debut projects from Restless Road, Luke Grimes + Colin Stough
Country group Restless Road has dropped their long-awaited debut album, Last Rodeo. The 18-track record includes “On My Way,” a motivational anthem about not giving up on one’s dreams. “We’ve been through so many ups and downs as a band, and that’s what this is about. Never giving up and always keeping your eyes on the road,” Restless Road shares. Yellowstone actor …
Oct 20
Experience Dollywood’s Harvest Festival before it ends
Katherine Bomboy/NBC If you haven’t checked out Dollywood’s Harvest Festival yet, here’s your last chance. Open now through October 30, the fall event takes place at Dollywood’s location at the foothills of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains and offers many family-friendly activities. Visitors will be treated to the autumn-colored trees; delectable fall treats, such as bean pumpkin chili, …
Oct 20
Sam Hunt gets personal in “Came the Closest”
Courtesy of MCA Nashville Sam Hunt has released his new song, “Came the Closest.” Penned by Sam, Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally, the introspective number has Sam pondering how he’s failed to be the man his romantic partner wanted. “‘Cause I always gotta know what’s behind the other door/ I’m never gonna be that straight-laced Sunday morning man you were lookin’ …
Oct 20
Scotty McCreery kicks off Christmastime with “Feel Like the Holidays”
Courtesy of Triple Tigers Records Scotty McCreery is kicking off the festive season with his new song, “Feel Like the Holidays.” The track was written by Bobby Hamrick, Derek George, Frank Rogers, Jeremy Bussey and Monty Criswell, and it captures the sights and sounds of Christmas through nostalgic storytelling. “They’re hanging up tinsel in the windows on Michigan Avenue/ And ice is freezing …
Oct 20
Lainey Wilson plots 2024 Country’s Cool Again Tour
Todd Owyoung/NBC Lainey Wilson has announced her headlining Country’s Cool Again Tour. The 2024 trek kicks off in Nashville on May 31, with stops in New York, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Raleigh, Pittsburgh, Omaha and more cities. She’ll wrap things up in Monroe, Louisiana, on November 15. Jackson Dean, Ian Munsick and Zach Top will open for Lainey on select dates. “Nothing …