ABC/Image Group LADolly Parton is bringing her signature blend of honesty, keen observation and a healthy dose of humor to the COVID-19 pandemic. The superstar offered a goofy new poem dedicated to all those going stir crazy while cooped up in quarantine. Dolly kicks things off by yelling at someone off camera: “Can you hold it down in …
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Apr 10
‘American Idol’ champ Laine Hardy showcases his Louisiana roots with two-pack of songs, music video
Hollywood Records/Industrial MediaSince winning American Idol in 2019, Laine Hardy has been hard at work in Nashville, immersing himself in the songwriting community and writing and selecting his next songs. Now, the singer is ready to share the first two tunes from his next batch of music. Laine puts his Louisiana upbringing front and center in the new songs, …
Apr 10
After nearly five years, Maddie & Tae reveal ‘The Way It Feels’ to finally release their sophomore album
Mercury NashvilleIt’s been nearly five years since Maddie & Tae‘s debut, Start Here, came out in August of 2015. After a long wait and a label change, the duo’s sophomore album, The Way it Feels, finally arrives Friday. “This album really represents perseverance and redemption for us, with how many struggles it took to get here,” Maddie Marlow tells ABC …
Apr 09
‘CMT GIANTS Kenny Rogers: A Benefit for MusiCares’ to rebroadcast tonight
Piper FergusonCMT will rebroadcast its CMT GIANTS Kenny Rogers: A Benefit for MusiCares special, a tribute to the life and legacy of Kenny Rogers, via YouTube tonight beginning at 8PM ET. The special, which originally aired on Wednesday, includes performances and interviews from a number of Kenny’s musical friends. Artists such as Dolly Parton, Lady Antebellum, Rascal Flatts and Vince Gill selected their favorite songs from …
Apr 09
‘Made for You’: Jake Owen’s next single is the ballad he sang at Carly Pearce and Michael Ray’s wedding
ABC/Image Group LAOn the heels of the eighth number-one single of his career, “Homemade,” Jake Owen has announced that the next song he’s planning to send to country radio is “Made for You.” A romantic ballad professing eternal love and dedication, “Made for You” comes off of Jake’s newest album, Greetings From…Jake. He’s already seen the song’s power …
Apr 09
‘Whatever you’re feeling is ok’: Kelsea Ballerini touches base with fans amid COVID-19 shutdown
ABC/Image Group LAAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep country artists and fans alike inside their homes in order to help halt the spread of the virus, Kelsea Ballerini has posted a heartfelt message of support to those struggling in quarantine. “Whatever you’re feeling is ok,” Kelsea wrote, going on to say that there’s no one right way to …
Apr 09
Chase Rice to deliver a virtual performance and special announcement on ‘Good Morning America’
Good Morning AmericaChase Rice had plans to head to New York City for a stop on “Good Morning America” before the COVID-19 shutdown took effect, and though he won’t be there in person, the singer has found a creative way to keep his date with the show. “We always have such a fun time bringing the …
Apr 09
Tucker Beathard tells an enigmatic, heavy-hearted story in the music video for ‘You Would Think’
Erika Goldring/Getty ImagesIn the music video for his tumultuous new song, “You Would Think,” Tucker Beathard tells a powerful story that the singer says is intentionally left open to interpretation. The story centers on a daughter’s role as conflicted caregiver for her alcoholic mother. But in a climactic scene set in Dee’s Cocktail Lounge, a beloved dive …
Apr 09
Luke Combs, Kelsea Ballerini and more share early versions of songs in social media demo challenge
ABC/Image Group LAAcross social media, country stars have been heeding the call of the “Demo Challenge,” a viral game that calls on artists to post the earliest versions of their songs. Jake Owen offered up an unreleased cover of John Prine’s “Let’s Talk Dirty in Hawaiian,” which he posted in tribute to the songwriting great after John …
Apr 09
Ryan Hurd’s ‘Wish for the World’ video shares a timely message of solidarity
RCA NashvilleIn the midst of the COVID-19 shutdown, it’s been weeks since country fans got to gather live and watch their favorite artists perform. Now, Ryan Hurd is reliving a little bit of the magic of connection in the live music video for “Wish for the World,” the song he used to close each stop on his …