Black River EntertainmentCMT Crossroads is uniting two trailblazers in the pop and country world for its 70th episode. CMT announced on Thursday that Kelsea Ballerini and pop star Halsey will take the stage together in Nashville for an upcoming episode of the cross-genre series. The taping will take place at Nashville’s Ascend Ampitheatre on October 11 and is open to …
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Oct 03
Take Me to The Bones of the Church? Maren Morris teaming up with Hozier for collaboration
Columbia NashvilleMaren Morris has found another genre-bending collaborator. The country superstar announced on Thursday on Twitter that she’s dropping a collaboration with Grammy-nominated Irish singer/songwriter Hozier, best known for his hit “Take Me to Church.” Based on the cover art Maren shared, it’s a new version of her song “The Bones.” Hozier shared the same message on his Twitter account, along …
Oct 03
Blake Shelton shares love for Gwen Stefani in humorous birthday post
Andrew EcclesBlake Shelton celebrated Gwen Stefani‘s birthday with a social media post that blends sincerity with a sense of humor. The country superstar took to Twitter today to pen a short and sweet message to Gwen, who’s celebrating an important birthday as she turns 50. “Happy Birthday @gwenstefani!!!! I love you so much it’s actually stupid… And possibly illegal in the …
Oct 03
Chris Stapleton is giving back to Kentucky with special benefit concert
ABC/Image Group LAChris Stapleton has booked a benefit concert for his home state of Kentucky next year. Titled A Concert For Kentucky, the show will feature performances by Chris, a native of Staffordsville, along with Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow and Yola. All of the proceeds from the concert will go toward Chris and wife Morgane‘s newly formed Outlaw State of Kind Hometown …
Oct 03
Midland to perform one-night-only show at historic honky tonk
Big Machine RecordsContinuing on their quest to connect with the history of country music, Midland is performing a one-night-only show at the legendary Palomino Club this month. The famous venue in North Hollywood, which closed in 1995, will re-open its door for a special showcase with the trio. Opened in 1949, the Palomino Club was a popular …
Oct 03
“Head Over Boots”: Jon Pardi is engaged to Summer Duncan
Katie KaussJon Pardi and his girlfriend Summer Duncan are engaged. The “Head Over Boots” singer popped the big question during his second headlining show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville last night. Dierks Bentley came to the show to support his friend and former tourmate, sharing photos on Instagram showing Jon down on one knee and embracing Summer after she said …
Oct 03
Blake Shelton producing second Hallmark holiday film based on his song
Andrew EcclesChristmas has come early for Blake Shelton fans: The singer is producing his second Hallmark holiday film, Time For You to Come Home For Christmas, Entertainment Tonight reports. Serving as the followup to his debut Hallmark film, 2018’s Time For Me to Come Home For Christmas, the new project stars Alison Sweeney and Lucas Bryant as Katherine and Jack, with Blake as executive producer. The …
Oct 03
“GIRL” with a Grammy? ‘Rolling Stone’ sees Maren Morris as a 2020 winner
Columbia NashvilleMaren Morris will walk away with the 2020 Best Country Album Grammy, Rolling Stone predicts in its October issue. Citing her six nominations last year — even though she was technically in-between albums — the magazine sees her doing “even better” in 2020, thanks to GIRL’s, “infectious pop smarts, empowering lyrics, and sharp country songcraft.” RS goes on to …
Oct 03
Jimmie Allen gave explaining his career to his son his “Best Shot,” but all he cares about is Disney World
ABC/Image Group LA Jimmie Allen made it all the way to number one last November with his debut single, “Best Shot.” Now, almost a year later, he has his second top twenty hit with the follow-up, “Make Me Want To.” Still, he admits his five-year-old son Aadyn‘s not too terribly impressed with his success. In fact, Jimmie …
Oct 02
Rascal Flatts will discuss 20 years in country music industry at Country Radio Seminar
Robby KleinRascal Flatts will be among the featured speakers during a special 2020 Country Radio Seminar event. The award-winning trio will take part in a lengthy discussion about their 20-year career at an event titled Rascal Flatts: 20 Years Of Country Radio Success on February 19. Country Music Association CEO Sarah Trahern will conduct an hour-long Q&A with the band …
