Jeremy PolzelBetween his opening spot on Miranda Lambert’s Wildcard Tour and his single, “Pretty Heart,” Parker McCollum has been generating plenty of buzz over the past few months. In 2019, he signed to Universal Music Group’s MCA Nashville, and in a new interview with Billboard, the singer reveals that there was a special extra reason for him to choose that particular …
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Apr 10
Mitchell Tenpenny reminds fans to be ‘Here’ with his gratitude-filled new song
Riser House/Columbia NashvilleMitchell Tenpenny counts all the important things he wants to do during his life in his grounded, gratitude-filled new tune, “Here.” The singer says the song’s poignant subject matter was inspired by a real-life experience he had after losing his dad. “When I went into my writing session the day we wrote this song, …
Apr 10
Easton Corbin is still ‘A Little More Country Than That’ ten years later, with acoustic release
Thomas CrabtreeA decade after he released his hit debut single, “A Little More Country Than That,” Easton Corbin is revisiting his beloved tune with an acoustic treatment. The new version strips “A Little More Country Than That” down to its essentials, spotlighting an acoustic guitar and the singer’s voice. Easton still remembers the moment he found out …
Apr 10
Dolly Parton sums up the quarantine mood in a hilarious poem dedicated to COVID-19
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 …
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 …