ABC/Image Group LA Reba McEntire is set to headline the 20th anniversary fundraiser for Nashville’s Thistle Farms. Titled “Love Letters,” the May 3 event at Music City’s Ryman Auditorium will support the two-decade-old organization that works to heal, empower and employ women who are survivors of trafficking, prostitution and addiction. Jason Isbell and Nashville legend John Prine are on …
Apr 11
Here Comes the Bride: Kelsea Ballerini says wedding bells are a sure thing for 2017
Even though she just got engaged in December, Kelsea Ballerini tells Billboard there’s definitely a 2017 wedding in her future. “We’re just now planning it,” she says of her upcoming nuptials to aspiring Australian artist Morgan Evans, adding that the two are “absolutely” tying the knot this year. The 23-year-old’s sophomore album is also a sure …
Apr 11
Cam's “Untamed” curls land her an endorsement deal
PRNewsfoto/John Frieda Hair CareCam’s blonde, curly ‘do has long been one of her most distinctive features, and now the “Burning House” hitmaker has the endorsement deal to go along with her unforgettable mane. The California native will be one of the faces of John Frieda Hair Care’s “Your Hair Talks, Make a Statement” campaign, which …
Apr 11
Country Music Hall of Famer Jeff Cook comes off the road with Alabama to battle Parkinson's disease
Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Country Music Hall of Fame & MuseumCountry Music Hall of Famer Jeff Cook will come off the road with Alabama at the end of the month, after revealing that he’s been battling Parkinson’s disease for the past four years. “This disease robs you of your coordination, your balance, and causes tremors,” …
Apr 11
Why Darius Rucker and his friends are on the move in 2017
ABC/Image Group LA For its eighth year, Darius Rucker’s annual CMA-Music-Festival-week fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is getting an upgrade. In 2017, the Darius and Friends benefit show will move from its longtime home at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon to the larger Ryman Auditorium just down the street. This year’s concert will be Monday, June …
Apr 11
Together again: Deacon and Rayna's doubles reunite, as CMT promises “Nashville” season 6
CMTFans of the TV show Nashville can rest easy. Not only has CMT announced the drama will return June 1 with the second half of season five, the cable network has also revealed Nashville has been renewed for season six. And even though Connie Britton is now only a memory on Nashville after her character …
Apr 11
Sam Hunt scores the biggest crossover hit of his career with “Body Like a Back Road”
ABC/Mark LevineIt’s not just country fans who are clamoring to hear Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road.” While it’s no surprise Sam’s lead single from his forthcoming sophomore album is currently sitting at #3 on the country chart, this week, the track also becomes the Georgia native’s first top-10 hit on Billboard’s Hot 100, alongside tunes …
Apr 10
“Life made”: Lauren Alaina celebrates her very first #1
ABC/Lou RoccoLauren Alaina celebrates a career milestone this week, as her very first #1 song tops both the Billboard and MediaBase country charts. “I cannot believe I have the number one song in the country,” she says of her current single, “Road Less Traveled.” “I have dreamed of this day my entire life. The five …
Apr 10
“She's with Me”: High Valley's Curtis Rempel welcomes baby girl
ABC/Image Group LAThe population of High Valley just went up by one. This weekend, Curtis Rempel and his wife Myranda welcomed their second little one. Millie June was born on Friday, and joins her big brother, 3-year-old Ben. You can catch a glimpse of the new baby girl with her mom and dad on High …
Apr 10
Florida Georgia Line dominates the country categories at 2017 Billboard Music Awards
Image Courtesy BillboardFlorida Georgia Line is the most-nominated country act at this year’s Billboard Music Awards, picking up a total of six nods for Top Duo/Group, Top Country Artist, Top Country Album and Top Country Collaboration. Tyler Hubbard and Bryan Kelley are nominated twice for Top Country Song, for both “H.O.L.Y.” and “May We All” …