ATO RecordsLee Ann Womack admits her eighth studio album has a rather ominous title. “I tell people those are the people I sing for,” she laughs, “the lonely, the lonesome and the gone.” On her new record, the 2001 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year takes a back-to-basics approach that highlights the similarities between country and …
Oct 27
Eric Church, Lady A, Darius & Keith to open CMA Awards; Tim and Faith to perform
The 51st annual CMA Awards will get underway with an all-star group performance. The show, airing November 8 on ABC, will feature Eric Church, Lady Antebellum, Keith Urban and Darius Rucker, along with other as-yet-unannounced artists, taking the stage for what’s described as an “unprecedented opening collaboration.” In addition, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill have …
Oct 27
“Live in No Shoes Nation”: How an audience in Kansas City set the tone for Kenny Chesney’s new record
Blue Chair Bay/Columbia NashvilleKenny Chesney’s 30-song Live in No Shoes Nation album comes out Friday, showcasing ten years’ worth of the superstar’s performances. Even better? The “All the Pretty Girls” hitmaker sifted through an arsenal of concert recordings himself to choose the tracks. “Going through a decade of hard drives was an amazing experience because you …
Oct 26
Blake Shelton brings his BS to the fashion world
Warner Music NashvilleThe business of Blake Shelton is booming, and now the star of The Voice is expanding into fashion. The “I’ll Name the Dogs” hitmaker will launch his new clothing line at Macy’s with an appearance at New York City’s Herald Square location on November 2. The Oklahoma native shared the news on Instagram, along with a photo of …
Oct 26
Thomas Rhett’s forced to keep the Home Team in the dugout this weekend
The Valory Music Co.Sometimes even the Home Team has to stay at home. Due to illness, that’s what Thomas Rhett will be doing this weekend. TR was to bring the Home Team Tour to St. Paul, Minnesota; Brookings, South Dakota; and Omaha, Nebraska starting Thursday night. He and Old Dominion and newcomer Walker Hayes are still coming — fans will just …
Oct 26
Luke Bryan debuts “Light It Up” video, dates for first leg of What Makes You Country tour
Capitol NashvilleThere’s lots of Luke Bryan news this morning. First, he’s premiered the video for his new single, “Light It Up.” Second, he’s announced the first leg of his 2018 What Makes You Country tour. The video for “Light It Up” stars Jimmy Butler of the Minnesota Timberwolves, a country fan who’s been Luke’s guests …
Oct 25
Kidney stones, mountain remedies and a “Chemo Hero”: Dolly talks medicine with Dr. Oz on Thursday
Webster Public Relations/Sony Pictures TelevisionLook for Dolly Parton to make a special appearance on Dr. Oz on Thursday. The entertainment icon stops by to discuss a variety of topics, including the “mountain medicine” she grew up with, as well as her own personal battles with kidney stones. Dolly also takes Dr. Oz on a visit to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville …
Oct 25
Something’s coming from Cam: “Burning House” hitmaker teases lead single from sophomore album
ABC/Image Group LA Cam’s “Burning House” was a bona fide, #1 smash that went on to grab Grammy, CMA and AMA nominations, but it’s been awhile since we’ve heard new music from the Untamed singer. That’s all about to change. “New song. This Friday. Love, Cam,” she tweeted earlier this week, adding “Can’t wait for you to meet …
Oct 25
Get ready for a “Record Year” as Eric Church sends “61 Days in Church” to vinyl
ABC/Mark LevineIf you love Eric Church and you love vinyl — well, all your dreams are about to come true. The Chief continues to roll out new live recordings from his Holdin’ My Own Tour on Apple Music, as part of his 61 Days in Church project. Now, the massive undertaking is entering the vinyl world in a big …
Oct 25
2019 Corn Palace Mural theme announced
With four USS South Dakota crew members looking on, Mitchell Mayor Jerry Toomey announced the 2019 Corn Palace mural theme: “A Salute to the Military.” He says it came from a community member. “That maybe we ought to look at a salute to the military and I thought it was a great idea,” said Toomey. …
