ABC RadioWe know it’s coming in November…but later on this month, we’ll find out exactly what day Garth Brooks‘ upcoming A&E TV special, Biography: The Road I’m On, will air. The trailer that’s out now promises “exclusive, unprecedented access” to the star, as he entertains stadiums full of fans and reflects on his incredible career. …
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Sep 18
“Luckiest dude in the world”: Ryan Hurd’s new Gold plaque fits him “To A T”
Alan PoiznerRyan Hurd’s having a pretty good week so far. The Michigan native was surprised with a Gold plaque last night in Nashville, as he was rehearsing for his opening slot on Old Dominion‘s upcoming Make It Sweet tour. The certification celebrates sales of half-a-million units of his latest single, “To A T” — and …
Sep 18
Luke Bryan will stop “Knockin’ Boots” long enough to flip the switch on Opry Goes Pink
Jim WrightLuke Bryan is coming to the Grand Ole Opry next month for two special concerts. On October 22, as part of the annual Opry Goes Pink breast cancer fundraiser, Luke will flip the switch on the switch on the Opry’s iconic barn backdrop, bathing it in pink light. He’ll then perform intimate, acoustic sets …
Sep 17
Matt Stell “Prayed for You” and struck gold, too
RECORDS/Arista NashvilleNewcomer Matt Stell is now officially a golden boy. The six-foot-seven former college basketball player found out Monday night — in front of a capacity crowd at the impromptu Nashville tradition known as Whiskey Jam — that his breakthrough hit, “Prayed for You,” has been certified gold. “Prayed for You” is also the Arkansas native’s first …
Sep 17
“Buy My Own Drinks” makes Runaway June the most successful all-girl trio since the Dixie Chicks
Broken BowNot only can Runaway June “Buy My Own Drinks,” these days, they may be buying some extra rounds to celebrate. This week, Naomi Cooke, Hannah Mulholland, and Jennifer Wayne are enjoying the first top five hit of their careers with “Buy My Own Drinks.” It’s also the biggest success by an all-female trio in sixteen years, as Runaway June picks …
Sep 17
Carrie, Kane, TR, Dan + Shay and Luke Combs are 2019’s ‘CMT Artists of the Year’
CMTCarrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Luke Combs, and Thomas Rhett will be honored as 2019’s CMT Artists of the Year next month, the network announced Tuesday morning on its socials. You’ll be able to watch this year’s ceremony — typically held at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center — on October 16 at 8 p.m. ET on CMT. Stay tuned to find out …
Sep 17
The Highwomen arrive at the top of ‘Billboard”s country album chart
Low Country Sound/Elektra/EMGThe Highwomen are living up to their name, debuting at the top of Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart this week. The supergroup — made up of Maren Morris, Americana Grammy-winners Brandi Carlile and Amanda Shires, and songwriter Natalie Hemby — is the first all-female act to top the country album ranking since Miranda Lambert’s Pistol Annies did back in November with Interstate Gospel. All in …
Sep 16
Take a peek inside “the hillbilly Smithsonian” as ‘Dolly: My Opry Memories’ opens in Nashville
ABC RadioDolly Parton will mark her 50th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry by performing two shows on Nashville’s most famous stage on Saturday, October 12. To kick off the celebration, the Dolly: My Opry Memories exhibit is now open at the Music City institution. The collection includes two dozen iconic items of clothing Dolly’s …
Sep 16
After conquering iTunes with Blake Shelton, Craig Morgan reunites with former label to tackle radio
Broken Bow Craig Morgan now has a new record deal, after Blake Shelton helped propel his new song to #1 on iTunes through a Twitter campaign. “The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost” is now going to be promoted to country radio stations via Broken Bow Records, Craig’s label home from 2002 until 2008. Craig wrote the song …
Sep 16
Midland’s ready to “Let It Roll” on tour and on TV on Tuesday
Big Machine Midland’s planning to Let It Roll Tuesday night on Late Night with Seth Meyers. Mark Wystrach, Cameron Duddy, and Jess Carson are set to perform the track “Playboys,” from their #1 sophomore album, on the show. You can tune in to watch starting at 12:35 a.m. ET on NBC. On Tuesday, the trio also kicks off their Let It …
