ABC/Image Group LAGarth Brooks is being honored for his talents as a songwriter. The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) will bestow Garth with its Songwriter Icon Award during a virtual ceremony in June. The award is given to artists who have made a significant impact on the craft of songwriting. Garth will receive the award during NMPA’s Annual Meeting next month, …
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May 26
“Does to Me”: Luke Combs and Eric Church ascend to number one on country chart
Sony Music NashvilleLuke Combs is back on top. The country superstar has clinched the number-one spot on the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week with his latest single, “Does to Me,” featuring Eric Church. This marks Luke’s eighth consecutive number-one hit, a first-time feat in the chart’s history. It follows previous chart-toppers including “Even Though I’m Leaving,” “Beer Never Broke My …
May 26
Travis Denning catches a spark in “Sittin’ by a Fire” video
Mercury NashvilleTravis Denning is fanning the flames of love in the video for his new song, “Sittin’ by a Fire.” The song opens with the singer scoring an invite to a bonfire party with his friends. He ultimately turns down the invitation, as he’s already basking in the glow of firelight with the woman he loves, with …
May 26
Little Big Town raise a glass to “Wine, Beer, Whiskey” in new single
Capitol Records NashvilleLittle Big Town is getting swanky with their new single, “Wine, Beer, Whiskey.” With a stomping, mariachi-esque melody anchored by a vibrant horn section, the lighthearted tune sees the group name-dropping a few of their famous friends, including Jose Cuervo, Jack Daniels and Captain Morgan, knowing they’ll carry them through any situation. “The wine, the …
May 26
Morgan Wallen apologizes following his arrest over the weekend
John ShearerMorgan Wallen has issued an apology following his arrest in downtown Nashville on Saturday. The “Whiskey Glasses” singer was at Kid Rock’s Big A** Honky Tonk Rock N’ Roll Steakhouse with a few friends when he was removed from the premises for “kicking glass items,” according to a police report obtained by WKRN. While on the …
May 26
Alan Jackson launching drive-in concert series in June
Kristy Belcher Alan Jackson is among the rising list of artists who are staging drive-in concerts during the era of social distancing. The country music legend will host the Small Town Drive-In concert series next month with two shows in Alabama. On June 5, he’ll perform at the open air site of the Rock the South Festival in …
May 26
Carrie Underwood marks 15th anniversary of her ‘American Idol’ win
Disney Channel/Image Group LAMonday marked 15 years since Carrie Underwood’s American Idol win, and the country superstar marked the anniversary by sharing a video put together by one of her fans. “WOW, I cannot believe it’s been 15 years since my @americanidol win!!!” Underwood, who beat out runner-up Bo Bice in the season four finale back in 2005, tweeted in a response to the YouTube …
May 26
Brothers Osborne have “All Night” — and all day — to paint and enjoy a new home
ABC/Image Group LA With live shows on hold for now, Brothers Osborne have found themselves with some time on their hands. In fact, TJ and John say it’s the first time they can remember when they’ve had the chance to pursue anything other than the career that they love. “I think it’s the first time we’ve ever done anything non-musically to …
May 22
Jordan Davis takes fans to “Church in a Chevy” in spiritual, nature-filled music video
ABC/Image Group LA Jordan Davis explores his spiritual side in the music video for his new song, “Church in a Chevy,” but the religious experience he describes doesn’t take place in a house of worship. Instead, the singer finds connection to his faith when he’s driving alone through the middle of nowhere. In the clip, Davis …
May 22
Brett Eldredge decides to have a “Good Day,” no matter what, in uplifting new video
ABC/Randy Holmes By CARENA LIPTAK, ABC News Amid the stress of everyday life, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be difficult to see the positive side of things. But Brett Eldredge is reminding fans to remain optimistic in his music video for “Good Day.” “I wrote this song when I was searching to find positivity in …