Besides being Queen of Country, Dolly Parton has always had a philanthropic side that stretches back several decades ago. Since 1995, the country superstar has run Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a children’s literacy program that has grown into an international organization reaching all fifty states and also in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. The … Read more
Morgan Wallen’s popularity has exploded in the past year, taking the country music world by storm, all in the blink of an eye. It’s high time we get to know more about this artist. Check out these fast facts you might not know about today’s hottest country star. 1. He’s a native of Tennessee. Morgan … Read more
Country star Morgan Wallen has apologized – saying he is “embarrassed and sorry” – after a video of him yelling a racial slur has surfaced over the weekend. TMZ was the first to publish the video showing the 27-year-old singer being dropped outside a home in Nashville, Tennessee. Then the unexpected happened next, Wallen yelled … Read more
The boot-stomping country singer has definitely taken season 17 of The Voice by storm. Throughout the show, Jake Hoot has impressed viewers week after week. He delivered nothing but incredible performances that it was no longer a surprise when he kept on earning the highest number of Apple Music streams among the contestants. Here’s more … Read more
You will rarely hear Dolly Parton talk about her over half-of-a-century relationship with her husband, Carl Dean. Still, in one interview, the Queen of Country opened up about why they never had children and how that decision has impacted her life. Dolly Parton explained that not having kids had given her the chance to achieve … Read more
The Top 40 country songs for January 2021 are sure to include several of the best songs of the year. It’s just the start of another year, and we can already consider this list as the ultimate playlist for 2021, with hits from Luke Combs, Chris Stapleton, Kelsea Ballerini, Dan + Shay, Jon Pardi, Lee … Read more
Do you still remember the ‘The Dukes of Hazzard cast?’ The action-comedy television series debuted on CBS over four decades ago already – on January 26, 1979, to be exact. Guess we all now miss the two good-old cousins – Bo and Luke Duke – and their never-ending efforts to escape from their nemeses: the … Read more
If you want to listen to the best America songs, whether openly saluting our troops or just admiring the virtues of everyday life in America, country music is definitely a great place to begin. In this list below, we have included timeless tunes coming from some familiar voices, like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Toby … Read more
Keith Whitley’s death remains to be one of the saddest and darkest days in Nashville’s music history. It was early in the month of May 1989 when Whitley offered to take his wife and fellow country singer Lorrie Morgan to the Nashville airport to send her off on a promotional tour to Alaska. Within the … Read more
In 1983, the world’s largest brewer, Anheuser-Busch, used all of its ad time during the Super Bowl to introduce its iconic Budweiser brand. Since then, Budweiser has become synonymous with Super Bowl ads and even one of the most eagerly anticipated ads every year – thanks to its cute storylines that often feature funny frogs … Read more
Brad Paisley may just be the most romantic country singer out there, especially when you’ll hear him sing “She’s Everything.” Released in 2006 as the fourth and final single off his album Time Well Wasted, the song climbed to the top spot of Billboard US Hot Country Songs. It came courtesy of Nashville mainstay Wil … Read more
The Christian gospel music, “One Day at a Time,” has always provided us some comfort. It allows us to relax and feel the presence of a higher power. The best part is that it transcends the boundaries of age and generations. If you need an example for that, take a look at this truly blessed … Read more
Another decade has started, and it’s the best time we cook up the ultimate list of the best ’80s country songs ever. Some may remember this decade for its hard rock, heavy metal, and synth-pop instead of its country music, but any fans of honky-tonk out there will stand one’s ground that the ‘80s was … Read more
Let’s look back to the Top 40 country songs in 2020, according to Billboard’s year-end Hot Country Songs Chart. With music festivals, concerts, and live performances on pause, the country music scene felt absolutely different this year. Still, the genre remained to be a constant comfort and productive outlet through the restless year. Thanks to … Read more
Top 40 country songs for August 2020 has been the haven for country newcomers like Gabby Barrett, who’s currently reigning in the top spot. Her song “I Hope” is currently the most streamed and most purchased one in country music. There’s also Morgan Wallen, who impressively has his two songs on the top ten. The … Read more
The members of Lady A – Dave Haywood, Charles Kelley, and Hillary Scott – got the surprise of their lives when their longtime friend and fellow artist Darius Rucker invited them to join the Grand Ole Opry. Plus, it was announced that their membership is effective immediately! The emotional moment happened during the taping for … Read more
Deep down and welling in every one of us is the frustration that the novel Coronavirus has brought us: the canceled tours, the canceled plans, or even the grand vacation getaway is something that is out of grasp night now to avoid physical contact with other people. But for a group like Drive-By Truckers, the … Read more
Fans of Dolly Parton got some special treat when the country legend released two TV movies. The first one was released in December 2015, called Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors, based on Parton’s hit song of the same name released in 1971. The song “Coat of Many Colors” tells the tale of how Parton’s … Read more
Hillary Scott’s daughters are the most adorable ones you’ll see today. The country music singer-songwriter of the music group Lady A has been three times blessed with daughters. Scott and her husband, drummer Chris Tyrrell, welcomed their two youngest – twins Betsy Mack and Emory JoAnn – in 2018. Since then, the proud mom has … Read more
One of the rising themes among country music lovers, artists, and fans alike is their longing for their hometown or the people they missed. Two good examples are Laine Hardy’s ‘Tiny Town’ and Luke Comb’s ‘Nothing Like You.’ But unlike the usual nostalgia approach, High Valley’s brothers Brad and Curtis Rempel did something along the … Read more
Have you been singing George Strait’s “Love’s Gonna Make It Alright” and got impressed by how well-written it is? Well, it was actually written by another country superstar, and it’s no other than the award-winning Chris Stapleton. Before Stapleton was winning every single award at every award shows he attended ever since his solo career … Read more
Home Free songs never stopped impressing us ever since they won The Sing-Off in 2013. The a cappella group has released amazing covers of country and pop hits – tackling some of the most cherished country classics of all time. Of course, there’s also their original music that is just breathtaking. Here are some of … Read more
Have you ever competed in any talent show when you were in high school? This fun-filled event can surely be a great way for students to showcase their talents and build their confidence. For the most part, we already know what to expect from one of these talent shows: someone will get up with their … Read more
Kid Rock’s “Warrior” proves the singer is proudly supporting the military members and is taking a profound stance on politics. Rock recorded “Warrior,” considering the men and women who selflessly put the lives of others before their own. It is accompanied by a captivating music video to honor those who fight, serve, and protect the … Read more
This year is ending with a bang for the music industry, with hit singles from two young stars leading the top 40 country songs for December 2020. Morgan Wallen’s “More Than My Hometown” is still holding the top spot as strong as it did last month. The Tennessee native’s success is without a doubt the … Read more
This video of a young boy singing in a crowded parking lot in the Philippines was first uploaded in 2012 but is making the rounds again, and it’s clear to see why! And for his choice of song? It is no other than the Queen of Country‘s “I Will Always Love You.” Belting out the … Read more
There’s no doubt about it – country music icon Loretta Lynn’s talent has been passed down through generations, and the crowd in Salina, Kansas, got to witness it firsthand. In 2016, Lynn performed in the city at the Stiefel Theatre of Performing Arts. While everyone was expecting a splendid country performance from The Coal Miner’s … Read more
Jukebox songs have entertained us for ages! Many things have already changed in the world of music. We went from vinyl to cassettes to CDs to mp3s, and finally, to streaming services as our primary source of day-to-day listening. All through those changes, however, one source of music remains – the jukebox. You can walk … Read more
Country legend Willie Nelson has accomplished a great deal in his eighty-seven years, but the Red Headed Stranger has an addition to his long list of accolades. In case you don’t know, Nelson got his fifth-degree black belt in a martial art called GongKwon Yusul in 2014. And this is no honorary black belt or … Read more
Morgan Wallen is becoming a force to be reckoned with, who is not only leading the top 40 country songs for November 2020 but also has another hit sitting near the top ten. With Dan + Shay in between, Wallen is followed by another proud redneck country boy, Hardy. Both Wallen and Hardy may be … Read more