ABC/Image Group LAWhile we don’t know exactly when new music will be coming from Carrie Underwood, we do know there’s a major change on the way for her next album. The reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year is leaving her longtime label home, Arista Nashville, for Capitol Records Nashville. “It’s so inspiring to me …
Mar 28
“This One's for You”: A “Hurricane” of a first single leads the way for Luke Combs' debut
River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleWith his very first single, “Hurricane,” already in the top-15, the debut album from newcomer Luke Combs is officially on the way. This One’s for You will be released June 2. The 27-year-old from the Tar Heel State had a hand in co-writing all of the record’s dozen tunes. “These songs mean …
Mar 28
Your chance to play with Lady A: The “You Look Good” hitmakers hunt for a horn section
Capitol NashvilleIf you’re a horn player and a Lady Antebellum fan, this could be the gig for you! Lady A is looking for a brass section to join them on stage during their September 9 show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. To audition, you just need to post a video on social media of you playing their horn-fueled …
Mar 27
Why Jason Aldean needs your help finding “honorary roadies”
ABC/Image Group LAEver since Jason Aldean lost a close friend to breast cancer just as he was enjoying his first taste of success, he’s been an avid supporter of the Susan G. Komen Foundation charity. So it’s no surprise the ACM Entertainer of the Year will continue that tradition when he launches the They Don’t …
Mar 27
Chase Bryant and Lindsey Ell are red carpet ready for this Sunday's ACM pre-show
ABC/Image Group LA If you don’t want to miss a second of the action at this Sunday’s Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, you’ll want to be sure to tune in for the pre-show. ACM Red Carpet Live will stream exclusively on Twitter starting at 6 p.m. ET, lasting until the 52nd Academy of …
Mar 27
My Old Steer: Zac Brown brings home an impressive rodeo souvenir
Photo Courtesy of Houston Livestock Show and RodeoNot only did Zac Brown Band play the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo this weekend, but Zac also bought himself a pretty impressive souvenir. Zac and his wife Shelly were one of three couples who chipped in to buy the Junior Market Reserve Grand Champion Steer. Raised by …
Mar 27
Thomas Rhett's Home Team hits a home run at St. Jude
Valory Music Co.In the middle of three sold-out shows on his Home Team Tour, Thomas Rhett still found time to stop by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital this weekend. In fact, TR brought the whole gang along, with openers Kelsea Ballerini, Ryan Hurd, and Russell Dickerson all taking a moment to visit with the young patients at the Memphis cancer treatment …
Mar 27
Bro country: Cole Swindell shows off his camaraderie with Dierks Bentley in new “Flatliner” video
ABC/Image Group LACole Swindell’s new video not only showcases his latest single, “Flatliner” — it’s also a behind-the-scenes look at the What the Hell Tour with Dierks Bentley. Shot during their date in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the in-concert clip captures the moment when Cole returns toward the end of the headliner’s set to sing …
Mar 27
100 shows and counting: Carrie Underwood offers up her devotion to the Opry
Chris Hollo for Grand Ole OpryIt’s 100 Grand Ole Opry performances and counting for Carrie Underwood, after four sold-out shows at the legendary venue this past weekend. Country Music Hall of Famer Connie Smith welcomed the reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year to the iconic stage Saturday, thanking her for her dedication to the …
Mar 27
Jerrod Niemann says he now knows why “God Made a Woman”
CurbJerrod Niemann’s new song “God Made a Woman,” is a reflection of where Jerrod is in his life today. The lyric, a mature declaration of love, makes a point of not addressing the object of his affection with the overused term “girl.” “There’s that spectrum between a boy and a man and this song is …