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Matt Stell sends “Everywhere but On” to top of ‘Billboard’ country airplay chart

Dustin HaneyMatt Stell is back at number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with his latest single, “Everywhere but On.”  This marks Matt’s second consecutive chart-topper, following his 2019 debut, “Prayed For You,” which made him the only country artist in 2019 to send his debut single to the top of the chart. “Everywhere but One” is …

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Circle network to air CMA Awards retrospective series featuring Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire & more

Alysse Gafkjen/ABCIn honor of the 2020 CMA Awards, the Circle Network is presenting a retrospective series, Circle Celebrates the CMA Awards.   The TV channel that broadcasts the Grand Ole Opry will devote two days of programming leading up to the show, celebrating CMA moments and Grand Ole Opry performances from some of the genre’s biggest stars.  On …

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‘What You See Is What You Get’: Luke Combs returns to the top of the ‘Billboard’ 200

Sony Music Nashville Luke Combs continues to dominate the charts.  Billboard reports that the powerhouse singer’s sophomore album, What You See Is What You Get, has retaken the number-one spot on the Billboard 200 following the release of the album’s deluxe edition on October 23.  Previously sitting at number 21, the hit-spawning album that was originally released in November 2019 raced …

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Thomas Rhett honors daughter Willa’s 5th birthday: “You make me such a better human being”

Jason Kempin/Getty ImagesThomas Rhett commemorated daughter Willa Gray‘s 5th birthday with a heartfelt letter.  On Sunday, the country superstar turned to Instagram to share his admiration for his eldest daughter, citing her as an “amazing” big sister to Ada James and Lennon Love, in addition to being wise beyond her years.   “WG you continue to amaze me with your heart, your …

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Taraji P. Henson to host 2020 American Music Awards

ABC/Sami DrasinAcclaimed actress Taraji P. Henson has been announced as the host of the 2020 American Music Awards, which will air Sunday, Nov. 22 from 8 to 11 p.m. ET on ABC. “The AMAs brings together the music community to celebrate what really drives all artists — the fans. I’m proud to take the stage as this year’s …

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Five years after ‘Untamed,’ Cam’s finally on ‘The Otherside’

Triple Tigers/RCA RecordsNearly five years since the release of her debut, Cam‘s sophomore album is finally out. Along the way, the “Burning House” hitmaker got married, had a baby, and changed record labels.  “I think The Otherside is such an apt title,” she reflects, “because in the middle of it, just like life, you’re frustrated it’s just not …

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Josh Turner nabs two 2x platinum RIAA plaques for “Would You Go With Me” and “Why Don’t We Just Dance”

UMG NashvilleJosh Turner has ended this week on a high note, as he heads into the weekend with two brand-new RIAA 2x platinum certifications. The new plaques are awarded to two of his biggest career hits, 2006’s “Would You Go With Me” and 2010’s “Why Don’t We Just Dance.” Both songs were multi-week chart-topping singles,  and …

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Ashley McBryde signs on as a CMA Foundation ambassador to advocate for music education

ABC/Image Group LAAshley McBryde is the first-announced artist ambassador for the Country Music Association’s Unified Voices for Music Education initiative. As part of the brand new program, the “Martha Divine” star will work with music educators throughout the month of November in a variety of ways. She’ll create a band-specific video lesson plan, meet virtually …

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“This has been quite a journey”: As ‘Buy Me a Boat’ goes gold, Chris Janson looks back at the past five years

Jared C. Tilton/Getty ImagesFive years ago, Chris Janson roared into the country mainstream with the release of his “Buy Me a Boat” and a debut album of the same name. Since then, the singer has amassed four chart-topping singles, a spot as a Grand Ole Opry Member, one billion global career streams and many more …

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“Through My Ray-Bans,” Eric Church sees the power of human connection from the vantage point of the stage

UMG NashvilleEven in the midst of a difficult year, Eric Church is placing his bets on the resilience of the human spirit. That’s because he’s seen it first-hand, he sings in the lyrics of his just-released song, “Through My Ray-Bans.” The song celebrates the magic and solidarity Eric has seen while performing onstage, looking out …

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