Dick Clark ProductionsCarrie Underwood will compete against Adele, Beyonce and Justin Bieber for the coveted Artist of the Year trophy at the 2016 American Music Awards. The “Dirty Laundry” hitmaker is the most-nominated country artist overall, grabbing nods for Favorite Country Female and Favorite Country Album for Storyteller as well. The 10 nominees in the Artist of the Year category will be narrowed …
Oct 10
Reba's Mom Becomes a College Graduate at 89
Photo Credit: Justin McIntoshWhen Reba won her very first CMA Award for Female Vocalist of the Year back in 1984, she gave one of the most iconic acceptance speeches in the 50-year history of the show, paying tribute to her mother. “The first time me and Mama came to Nashville,” the present-day Country Music Hall of Famer …
Oct 10
Why Granger Smith's Cinderella Song Is a Perfect Fit for the Women in His Life
BBR Music GroupEven though Granger Smith’s new single, “If the Boot Fits,” is just now breaking into the top 20, he says it’s been a hit with the ladies in his life for a long time, especially his wife Amber. “She loves [it]. That’s probably her favorite,” the father of three says. “It’s a love song. I …
Oct 10
Strip It Down: Luke Bryan Bares His Bruise on Social Media
Capitol NashvilleFor all the fans who’ve ever wished they could get a better look at Luke Bryan’s famous booty — well, this weekend, thanks to the down-to-earth CMA Entertainer of the Year and social media, they came pretty close. On Friday, Luke carried on with his second Farm Tour stop in as many days, even after …
Oct 10
Why Dan + Shay's Shay Mooney Will Soon Be on Diaper Duty
Warner Music NashvilleDan + Shay’s Shay Mooney is about to be a daddy! The prospective father made the announcement Saturday on social media. “Gonna have a new band member in the Mooney family,” he tweeted, along with a photo of him holding up an “I’m with the Band” onesie, alongside fiancée Hannah Billingsley. Back in August, Shay announced his …
Oct 07
Garth Brooks Brings His Yankee Stadium Shows into Your Living Room
Mark TuckerFor two nights last summer, the cameras rolled as Garth Brooks took over Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, playing the first country concert in the iconic venue, as well as his first New York City show since his legendary Central Park stand in 1997. Next month, you’ll be able to experience the event for …
Oct 07
Miranda Doubles Up on "The Weight of These Wings"
Courtesy of Sony Music NashvilleFans who’ve been waiting for new music from Miranda Lambert will get a double dose of it come November 18. Miranda’s announced that her long-awaited new disc, The Weight of These Wings, will be a double album, packed with 24 songs. Each disc has a specific title, too: Disc 1 is …
Oct 07
Enjoy a Friday-Night Date with Newcomer Aubrie Sellers
Atlantic Records/Warner Music NashvilleIf you’ve yet to experience the powerful sound of Aubrie Sellers, tonight’s your chance. Though she’s often remembered as one of the little girls in mom Lee Ann Womack’s iconic “I Hope You Dance” video, she’s all grown-up now, pioneering her own music she likes to call “garage country.” Tonight, Aubrie’s featured …
Oct 07
Even with a Broken Clavicle, Luke Bryan Vows the Show Must Go On
Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan is having kind of a tough week. First, he was forced to cancel the first show of this year’s Farm Tour in Gaston, South Carolina Wednesday, because of Hurricane Matthew. Then on Thursday, Luke broke his clavicle in a bike accident, even tweeting a picture of his rather painful-looking x-ray. “All good. Show is …
Oct 07
Potential Best New Artist Maren Morris Indulges Billboard's Grammy Dreams
Columbia NashvilleIf you’re judging by the latest issue of Billboard magazine, you can expect Maren Morris to follow in the footsteps of Sam Hunt, Carrie Underwood and Zac Brown Band. The “My Church” hitmaker is featured on the cover of the music industry mainstay as one of the likely nominees for this year’s Best New …