Warner Music NashvilleShy Carter is best known as the songwriter and producer behind some of country music’s biggest hits. He’s worked with the likes of Billy Currington, Keith Urban and Sugarland, and country fans got a taste of Shy’s vocal flair when he had a guest spot on Tim McGraw’s “Way Down” in 2019. Now, …
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Jun 19
“We Are the Cowboys”: Willie Nelson’s latest offering is a classic country waltz
Legacy RecordingsWillie Nelson delivers a traditional, sway-along country ballad in “We Are the Cowboys,” the fourth single off his forthcoming album, First Rose of Spring. This isn’t the first time Willie has sung on a studio version of the track, was originally recorded by Billy Joe Shaver in 1981. Willie first cut “We Are the …
Jun 19
After more than “a few”: Travis Denning recalls his single’s “stressful” 65-week crawl to the top
ABC/Image Group LATravis Denning’s single, “After a Few,” finally hit #1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart for the week of June 13, after a whopping 65-week climb. That’s a record for the Country Airplay chart, marking the longest rise to the number-one spot of any single in its entire history. “Well man, honestly, [it was] …
Jun 19
Her “own little Goldmine”: Gabby Barrett shares her highly-anticipated studio debut
Warner Music NashvilleGabby Barrett released her debut album, Goldmine, this week. The highly-anticipated project features her mega-hit single, “I Hope.” Gabby made waves in a big way when she sent “I Hope” to radio in January of 2019. Not only has it become her first chart-topping hit, but it also scored over 10 million single-week …
Jun 19
Rascal Flatts looks at the big picture with “How They Remember You”
Big Machine RecordsRascal Flatts is thinking about their legacy in the brand-new single, “How They Remember You,” which ponders the big question of how each of us will be remembered once we’re gone. Fans know and love the superstar trio for their substantive lyrical content and soaring vocal harmonies, and their newest song doesn’t disappoint …
Jun 19
Thomas Rhett shares an “Unforgettable” year of “Life Changes” with his dad, Rhett Akins
Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Pepsi’s Rock The SouthFather’s Day is Sunday, and during this past year, Thomas Rhett got to share a pretty unique experience with his dad, Rhett Akins: He took him on the road to open his VHS Tour. “He’s always come on the road with me to write,” TR explains. “But we’ve never actually nailed down …
Jun 18
Trisha Yearwood, The Judds are among the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2021
ABC/Image Group LATrisha Yearwood, The Judds and Kelly Clarkson are among the artists who will receive their very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as part of the Class of 2021. The full, 35-honoree class was announced today during a livestreamed event hosted by the organization. Each year, a panel of artists and …
Jun 18
Jason Aldean helped his sister Kasi and brother-in-law Chuck Wicks “stay positive” on their road to pregnancy
ABC/Image Group LASinger-songwriter Chuck Wicks and his wife, Kasi, recently shared the good news that they’re expecting a baby boy. However, getting pregnant wasn’t easy for the couple: They struggled with Chuck’s infertility, ultimately conceiving through in vitro fertilization (IVF). Through it all, the couple has found a massive source of support in Kasi’s brother, …
Jun 18
Dolly Parton joins forces with drag star Nina West for “Kindness is Queen” collection
ABC/Lou RoccoDolly Parton is teaming up with drag performer and Ru Paul’s Drag Race star Nina West for a limited-edition collection that launches this week, Billboard reports. Intended to “foster kindness and hope during this difficult time,” the initiative will drive home the message that “Kindness is Queen.” That’s the motto that serves as a …
Jun 18
Jimmie Allen was “broke” when he found out he was going to be a first-time dad: “I was scared”
ABC/Image Group LAThese days, Jimmie Allen is a successful country star and proud papa to two children, 6-year-old Aadyn and 3-month-old Naomi. But years ago, when he first found out that Aadyn’s mother was pregnant, the “Best Shot” singer admits that his life was in a much more turbulent place. “I was broke when I …