Daniel Knighton/Getty ImagesWant to own a piece of country music history? Tanya Tucker is selling off 500 personal items as part of an estate sale auction that kicked off June 16. Among the available mementos from her life and four-decade-long career are her pink 1992 Harley Davidson Screamin’ Eagle motorcycle, her 1965 green Ford Mustang …
Jun 17
"Ain't No Stopping…" Newcomer Kane Brown
Courtesy of RCA NashvilleThis summer, country audiences are getting to know newcomer Kane Brown a little better as he opens Florida Georgia Line’s Dig Your Roots Tour with Cole Swindell. Kane first made a name for himself on social media, scoring a viral hit with the song that would eventually be his first single, “Used to Love You Sober.” …
Jun 17
Florida Native Michael Ray Represents His Home State at Country Concert to Help Pulse Shooting Victims
Warner Music NashvilleMichael Ray grew up on the outskirts of Orlando, in the small town of Eustis, Florida. So it only seems natural he should be on the bill for the upcoming concert to help the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting. “In the wake of this heartbreaking and senseless tragedy, I’m proud to represent my …
Jun 17
Justin Moore "Kinda Don't Care" — but He Really Does
BMLGJustin Moore’s top-20 hit “You Look Like I Need a Drink” is the first preview of his new album, due out August 12. His fourth studio effort also includes a collaboration with tourmate Brantley Gilbert, “More Middle Fingers” — but the Arkansas native wants to make sure folks don’t misunderstand his provocative titles. “Naming the …
Jun 17
Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott Keeps Father’s Day Plans Low-Key
Capitol Records NashvilleIn addition to putting the finishing touches on the new, faith-based album she recorded with members of her immediate family, singer Hillary Scott is back at work with Lady Antebellum, which just kicked off a summer tour schedule of fairs and festivals after a short hiatus. As a result, she plans to keep the Father’s Day …
Jun 16
Busy Girl Jana Kramer Loves Busy Girl Bangles
Warner Music NashvilleActress, wife, country hitmaker and new mother — since Jana Kramer juggles that many roles, it’s no wonder Go Girl Designs had their eyes on her to be the spokesperson for its new invention, the Busy Girl Bangle. The Knoxville, Tennessee-based company came up with the accessory that doubles as both a bracelet …
Jun 16
Time Travel with LOCASH for Roller Rink Romance
Webster Public RelationsLOCASH transports viewers back in time to Chattanooga, Tennessee circa 1998 in their new video for “I Know Somebody.” Set at a roller rink near the turn of the century, the mini-movie tells the story of a boy conveniently named Cash who rents skates and wipes down tables while the girl of his …
Jun 16
Cole Swindell Can't Slow Down: New EP, Tour on the Way This Fall
Warner Music NashvilleIt was only last month that his sophomore album You Should Be Here came out, but we already know there’s new music on the way from Cole Swindell. The third EP of his Down Home Sessions will be out this fall, in conjunction with another installment of his Down Home Tour, this one sponsored by CMT. As for …
Jun 16
Fatherhood First: Dad of Four Chris Janson Says That's Job #1
Sweet Talk PublicityNow that he’s scored his breakthrough hit with “Buy Me a Boat,” you might think country singer is job number one for Chris Janson. But the father of four says you’re wrong. “I am a dad first and a husband first, and I take the most pride in that in my whole life,” he …
Jun 15
"If I Were a Carpenter": Alan Jackson, Home Builder
Courtesy of Ply GemKeosha Hendricks of La Vergne, Tennessee recently got an unforgettable housewarming present — Alan Jackson on her porch, handing over the keys to her new home. Alan stopped by to represent the Home for Good project, his partnership with Ply Gem that uses his song “You Can Always Come Home” as its …
