Grab your cowboy hats and boots y’all because the CMA Award 2019 here! The 53rd Annual Country Music Association Awards is less than a month away and we all are excited about it! Here’s a series of what we need to know about one of the most prestigious awards show in country music! Everything About … Read more
Ty Herndon reissued “What Mattered Most” with some of its words changed as his way to comfort and inspire at-risk youths. It’s an incredible way of supporting LGBT youth in the country. “What Mattered Most” The song was written by Gary Burr and Vince Melamed and was released in 1995 as a debut single of … Read more
Contemporary Christian artist Ryan Stevenson brings us one great worship song entitled “When We Fall Apart.” Ryan Stevenson is one of the most influential Christian singers today. He started performing in the early 2000s. His best-known songs are “Eye of the Storm” and “No Matter What.” His renditions show that he is a true devotee … Read more
From the song to the movie, to TV shows and musicals, and now to a documentary, Dolly Parton and her iconic song “9 to 5” reached its peak legendary status! Dolly Parton is Still Working ‘9 to 5’ Back in 1980, Parton’s movie debut was in 9 to 5, and the movie went on to … Read more
Ashley Campbell is the daughter of the late country singer Glen Campbell, but she surely made her own name in the country music industry. She may not be as extravagant as other country stars but she certainly has her own style. She can make people listen to her with her sweet, sweet voice. Ashley Campbell … Read more
Trace Adkins finally marries his fiancé Victoria Pratt and both are very happy. The two knew each other back in 2014 when they met at a movie set. The actress was still married at that time until they officially became a couple back in 2016. This is the 4th marriage of the country singer and … Read more
Back in 1955 and early 1956, the top song was about the hard life and poverty of being a coal miner called Tennessee Ernie Ford’s “Sixteen Tons.” The song was written and released back in the 1940s, although it became a big hit when Ford covered it. In 2015, the song was recognized by the … Read more
Girl power continues to shine this year! Ashley McBryde will be presented with a special honor at this year’s CMT Artists of the Year ceremony! Ashley McBryde to be Honored at CMT Artists of the Year Award for 2019 McBryde will be receiving the Breakout Artist of the Year Award for her outstanding track record … Read more
Luke Combs is one of country music’s rising stars. His hit songs “Hurricane” and “Beautiful Crazy” are well-loved because of how he pours all of his emotions to the song. With the success of the singer, he has been touring all around the country. At a recent concert in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the singer brought … Read more
“One of These Days” was written by Marcus Hummon, Kip Raines, and Monty Powell. It was first recorded by Marcus Hummon for his album All in Good Time in 1995. In 1997, Tim McGraw covered it as his 4th single album Everywhere. It reached No.2 on the U.S. Country Chart and No.1 in Canada. Guilt … Read more
New details regarding the tragic death of Kane Brown’s drummer Kenny Dixon surface as the investigation pursues. Police Say Kenny Dixon was Speeding Kane Brown‘s drummer, Kenny Dixon, was likely speeding when his car left the highway and crashed on Saturday morning. According to reports made by the Tennessean, it indicated that the drummer’s car … Read more
Randy Travis is a great country singer with a lot of country hits on the charts. When his career started to slow down, the singer slowly transitioned to Christian music. This brought him to make a couple of gospel albums that we all know and love today. Travis’ rendition of “Above All” has a different … Read more
Pat Barrett and the popular Christian band, Housefires, made a beautiful rendition of the song “God is so Good.” Housefires is one of the most popular Christian groups today. This band started in 2014 and was formed in Atlanta, Georgia at Grace Midtown Church. Pat Barrett is an active singer and songwriter. His best-known song … Read more
That’s right, folks. Dolly Parton has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry for 50 years. Since becoming a member on the 4th of January, 1969, she’ll be celebrating her golden anniversary starting on the 12th of October with an all-star concert on the Opry stage in Nashville. Although the show has long been … Read more
Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame will welcome its new members during its 49 anniversary gala at the Music City Center on October 14, 2019. 6 new members will join the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame this month. The 2019 Inductees 1. Larry Gatlin Larry Gaitlin is an American Country Southern gospel singer and songwriter. He … Read more
With the rise of Yeehaw fashion, let us take a look back at Dolly Parton and how she managed to make herself a true icon. She is the indisputable Queen of Country fashion and a quick google search would prove that. Even before, the country legend has always been extra when it comes to her … Read more
Alan Jackson, a multi-awarded country star, tells us about his real-life experience with his song “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning).” “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” was penned by Alan Jackson. This track talks about Jackson’s own experience back in September 2001. That day marks the 9/11 terrorist attack. The … Read more
Kane’s Brown‘s drummer in his touring band, Kenny Dixon, died on Saturday, the 12th of October at the age of 27 as a result of a car accident. Prayers go out to his family. Kenny Dixon’s Tragic Accident The crash that killed Dixon took place on the first anniversary of Brown’s wedding to Katelyn Jae. … Read more
A Little Something about Merle Travis Merle Travis was a guitar-playing country artist back in the mid-‘40s. He is from Kentucky where he worked in a studio recording, radio, and live stage shows. Travis was also an actor who played parts in some Hollywood films. In 1946, he signed a contract with Capitol Records and … Read more
Back in 2017, Vince Gill carved his new path by joining the iconic rock band The Eagles. The country singer had to fill in the position that was left by the late Glenn Frey who died back in 2016. Glenn left huge shoes to fill but Vince was ready to step up for the co-founder … Read more
Dolly Parton renders a beautiful song entitled “Touch Your Woman.” Dolly Parton is one of the biggest and most influential names in country music. She is a multi-talented woman who can play her role as a singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, author, businesswoman, and humanitarian. She is considered as one of the successful stars in … Read more
Tim McGraw is coming to a bookstore near you! After his collaboration with Jon Meacham in co-writing Songs of America: Patriotism, Protest, and the Music That Made a Nation, Tim McGraw has another book in his roster, his fitness book entitled Grit & Grace: Train the Mind, Train the Body, Own Your Life. It’s a … Read more
9 to 5 is a light comedy movie with a strong voice of feminism. It stars Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin, and Jane Fonda. It was directed by Colin Higgins and was produced by Bruce Gilbert. The story was written by Patricia Resnick. 9 to 5 Plot: The story unfolds in a busy consolidating office in … Read more
Tim McGraw performed one of his classic hit singles “Don’t Take the Girl.” Samuel Timothy McGraw professionally known as Tim McGraw is one of the most influential and multi-awarded country artists today. His best-known songs are “It’s Your Love,” “Just to See You Smile,” and “Live Like You Were Dying.” His musical career has already … Read more
The 2019 CMT Artist of the Year performers and presenters have already been announced and will include some of the top stars in country music as well as a star-studded lineup of celebrities from outside the genre. The 2019 CMT Artists of the Year Event Lady Antebellum, Sam Hunt and “This Is Us” star Chrissy … Read more
Have you heard of Hannah Dasher? If you have not yet, then you might be living on a rock or you are not updated about what’s going on in the world of country music. This upcoming country artist will surely get you hooked with country music all day long. She ain’t your ordinary country singer, … Read more
Patty Loveless is one of the female artists who had a breakout career during the ’90s. Her self-titled debut album was released back in 1986 but later on, she got her success with the release of her album Only What I Feel. The track contains one of Patty’s best songs “Nothin But the Wheel.” The country … Read more
3 songs of “The Gentle Giant” that swept our hearts away were all written by Roger Cook. Let’s get talking about the songwriter first before the songs. Roger Cook Roger Cook is an English singer, songwriter and record producer. He was born on August 19, 1940, in Fishponds, Bristol. He is best recognized as a … Read more
Patsy Cline recorded a classic love song called “So Wrong.” Virginia Patterson Hesley professionally known as Patsy Cline was one of the most influential singers in the 20th century. She was one of the first country music artists to successfully crossover to pop music. Her musical career has gathered several major hits, including 2 number … Read more
Southwest Airlines and Live In The Vineyard have teamed up for another On The Rise program! Southwest Airlines and Live In The Vineyard Providing Quality Entertainment Both prestigious organizations team up to send a lucky artist to perform at the upcoming event, set to take place from October 31st to November 3rd in the legendary Napa Valley, California. The … Read more