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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Nov 02
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 …
Nov 02
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 …
Oct 30
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 …
Oct 30
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 …
Oct 30
“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 …
Oct 30
“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 …
Oct 30
Kane Brown’s wife and daughter co-star in his woodsy “Worship You” music video
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicKane Brown’s latest single, “Worship You,” is a tribute to his family. In its lyrics, he sings about how his wife Katelyn and the couple’s one-year-old daughter, Kingsley, elevate his faith, bringing him closer to God and spirituality. In the music video for the song, Kane takes that premise to ethereal new heights, bringing …
Oct 30
The second half of Granger Smith’s ‘Country Things’ album is on its way
Jeremy Cowart/BBR Music GroupLast month, Granger Smith unleashed his Country Things Vol. 1, the first half of his tenth studio album. But the singer’s not done: He announced plans on Friday to drop the second leg of the double album on November 27. Like the first half of the project, Country Things Vol. 2 will …
Oct 30
Luke Combs gears up for Amazon livestream performance and fan Q&A
ABC/Image Group LALuke Combs will be taking the virtual stage next week for a conversation with his fans and a livestream performance of some of the songs off his new deluxe album, What You See Ain’t Always What You Get. The stripped-down show comes courtesy of Amazon Music, and will kick off Friday, November 6 …