ABC/Image Group LARussell Dickerson’s chart-topping hit “Love You Like I Used To” has achieved a new milestone: It’s now spent 21 weeks inside the top 10 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. That puts the song in a tie for longest-running top-10 single with Lonestar’s “Amazed,” which achieved the same feat back in 1999. “I don’t …
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Feb 17
Vince Gill responds to Morgan Wallen’s use of racial slurs: “It’s derogatory, dismissive and hurtful”
Jason Kempin/Getty ImagesVince Gill was among the country artists weighing in on the genre’s race reckoning during a special CBS feature this week. The conversation was structured in part as a response to Morgan Wallen’s recent use of racial slurs, including the N-word. Morgan’s music was subsequently removed from many country radio stations, and his …
Feb 17
Jordan Davis might be sporting a shocking new look in his upcoming “Almost Maybes” video
ABC/Image Group LAJordan Davis is set to drop his “Almost Maybes” music video on Friday, and the singer just might unveil a dramatic change to his appearance in the clip. Ever since rising to fame with his 2017 radio debut, “Singles You Up,” Jordan’s signature feature has been his long, thick beard. In interviews, he’s …
Feb 17
Luke Combs makes the 2021 ‘TIME100 Next’ list, with a tribute penned by Garth Brooks
ABCLuke Combs is representing country music on the 2021 TIME100 Next list, a roundup of 100 stars who are poised to become the next group of most influential people in the world. In a short essay paying tribute to the “Does to Me” hitmaker, Garth Brooks praised Luke’s work ethic and humble, grassroots approach to …
Feb 16
Russell Dickerson’s music helps his son fall asleep: “He’s already a fan”
ABCRussell Dickerson‘s son is only five months old, but he’s already a fan of his dad’s music. Russell and his wife Kailey welcomed son Remington in September, and so far the singer says it’s been smooth sailing — except for the sleepless nights. However, he’s found a personal remedy that helps the newborn fall sound asleep, that being the …
Feb 16
Chris Lane partners with Belk for “Big Big Plans” campaign
Randy ShafferChris Lane is partnering with clothing store Belk to make a couple’s proposal even more special. Belk has launched a new campaign encouraging people to share their plans to propose to their significant other, along with details of the couple’s love story including how they met, what a dream proposal would entail and if they’ve faced any …
Feb 16
Luke Bryan says it’s “heartbreaking” not being able to hug contestants on ‘American Idol’
ABC/Brian Bowen SmithThe COVID-19 pandemic has brought a new way of life to the set of American Idol. Judge Luke Bryan says that due to the ongoing pandemic, there’s a set of new rules and restrictions in place to keep everyone safe. The singer shares that one of the aspects he and fellow judges Lionel Richie and Katy Perry miss most is the …
Feb 16
Kenny Chesney mourns pilot friend killed in crash: “She was such a huge part of my island life”
Allister Ann Kenny Chesney is mourning the loss of friend. Kenny turned to Instagram Monday to remember his friend and helicopter pilot Maria Rodriguez, who was one of four people killed Monday in a helicopter crash in St. Thomas. In the post, Kenny shares that he and Maria had flown together many times over the past 15 years. “She …
Feb 16
Morgan Wallen extends lead on ‘Billboard’ 200 for fifth straight week
Jason Kempin/ACMA2020/Getty Images for ACMMorgan Wallen‘s Dangerous: The Double Album has dominated the Billboard 200 for a fifth straight week. Not only that, the embattled country singer’s debut album If I Know Me rose to number 10 — which previously peaked at number 13. Wallen’s Dangerous album sold an additional 37,000 albums over the past week — a nearly 50 percent rise in sales since the last …
Feb 16
Taylor Swift’s rerecording of “Love Story” sells over 10,000 copies in its first day
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for AmazonPeople are falling in love with Taylor Swift‘s “Love Story” all over again. After the 31-year-old singer rereleased her updated version of the single, fans were quick to get their hands on a copy. Billboard reports that the song sold 10,000 times in its first day of release, which was February 12. For comparison, just …
