A father from South Carolina who police said killed his five young children in their own home and then drove their bodies around for more than a week is now on trial. The Timothy Jones Jr. murder trial case resumed late Tuesday morning after an emotional Monday afternoon in the Lexington Country Courthouse. Timothy Jones … Read more
Rosanne Cash, the eldest daughter of country legend Johnny Cash, was born on May 24, 1955. Today, let us celebrate her 64th birthday and get to know more about her music. If you have parents who are prominent in the world of country, one can only expect that you will follow in their footsteps. Rosanne … Read more
Jessi Colter’s Life Jessi Colter born as Miriam Johnson was raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Her parents were a preacher and a car-race driver. At an early age, she was already playing piano in their church. In her high school year, she began singing in clubs. She got married to Duane Eddy and had a child … Read more
Blake Shelton‘s Ole Red Nashville doubles as a great country music hall and a restaurant for fans and patrons alike. This year, it once again partners with Spotify to host more than 50 artists during CMA Fest on June 6-9. Blake Shelton’s Spotify House The event will be called Spotify House, and its roster includes … Read more
Recently, rumors have been swarming the marriage of the country powerhouse couple Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. But is their 23-year-marriage really on the rocks or is it all just what it is – baseless rumors? Are Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Splitting? Several tabloids and magazines begged the question of the stability of their … Read more
Doing a Hank Williams Song Yet Again Mason Ramsey shows that he is a big fan of the country legend, Hank Williams Sr. This time, Mason Ramsey chose to sing Williams’ “I Saw the Light.” We have heard a lot of country artists from today and back then cover this gospel classic. But, it is … Read more
Shelly West, singer of the 1983 classic hit “Jose Cuervo,” turns 61 today. The singer was born on May 23, 1958. You might know her as the daughter of country legend Dottie West, but Shelly also made a name for herself. Her musical talent was because of her mother, and of course, she developed it growing … Read more
Who is Mac Wiseman? Mac Wiseman‘s life is remarkable. Our bluegrass legendary artist should have been celebrating his 94th birthday today. Wiseman was an American bluegrass singer, guitarist, and songwriter. He started his music career being the upright bass player on the band of Country singer, Molly O’Day. He entered his first band Foggy Mountain … Read more
Laine Hardy proved that he is America’s rising country/rock star. He collaborated with Jon Pardi, who’s known for his neotraditional style. This was a huge step for Laine’s introduction to the music industry. Laine Hardy’s performance with Jon Pardi is a banger. Since Pardi is known to be a neotraditional country artist, Pardi is a … Read more
Reba McEntire’s Greatest Achievement Reba McEntire’s greatest dream was to be able to enter into the Country Music Hall of Fame. So, she strove hard to reach that dream. As a result, she became one in May 2011. In 1961, CMA created the Country Music Hall of Fame for them to recognize those artists with … Read more
Saddle up and get ready to explore the wonderful world of Kacey Musgraves in a brand new exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Kacey Musgraves: All of the Colors Opening on the 2nd of July and running through the 7th of June, 2020, the new exhibit explores the musical, as well as the … Read more
On the heels of announcing the official release of his new single “Beer Never Broke My Heart,” breakout country star Luke Combs is back with another huge announcement. Luke Combs’ New Project The “Beautiful Crazy” singer has a new EP called The Prequel coming out really soon, and the project will feature four brand new … Read more
Country star Jimmie Allen gets candid about his mental health in a recent interview. The rising star shared that he’s been living with bipolar disorder, and continued to explain why his diagnosis keeps him motivated to spread a positive message. Jimmie Allen Opens Up In a recent interview with Chicago’s Big 95.5 radio station‘s Brooke … Read more
The latest season of American Idol came to a close Monday evening and has crowned eighteen-year-old country rocker Laine Hardy as this season’s champion. But, what does he get from winning one of the biggest singing competitions in the world? The Prizes on Previous ‘Idols’ At a certain point, winning American Idol was a guaranteed … Read more
Grammy Award-winning country music star Travis Tritt was involved in a fatal car accident that left two dead after a drunk driver drove the wrong way up to a South Carolina highway. Travis Tritt’s Accident The country star was on his tour bus when the collision happened. The accident happened just before 3 AM on … Read more
John Prine and Margo Price are just two of the countless artists rallying to fight the oppressive Alabama abortion ban. These two veteran country artists are joining together to raise money to fight the newly signed Alabama abortion ban. John Prine and Margo Price Team Up The country icon and the celebrated singer-songwriter have teamed … Read more
The forthcoming film Satan is Real re-tells the story of the influential music that the Louvin Brothers are known for and the erratic lives that they lived behind it. Satan is Real: The Story of the Louvin Brothers Hollywood star and Blaze director Ethan Hawke and actor Alessandro Nivola will star in the upcoming film. … Read more
On the heels of the passing of the controversial abortion bill in Alabama, Kacey Musgraves joins the conversation with a scathing question to the senators who passed it. Kacey Musgraves’ Sharp Tweet “Sooo what’s gonna happen when one of those Alabama senators knocks up one of his mistresses?” writes the outspoken artist on her Twitter … Read more
Some of country music’s brightest stars are donating their items for charity. All for the sake of girls rocking the world and the current stars are helping shape the next generation. Girls Rock Reverb is the leading online marketplace dedicated to buying and selling music gear. They have partnered with other artists across the music … Read more
Luke Bryan teams up with Jason Aldean for headlining a concert in Mexico. Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean Headliners Bryan will return for the sixth Crash My Playa in Mexico, and Aldean will make his debut. The pair were just announced as headliners for three of the four nights of the annual January country music … Read more
It’s official! Country icons Brooks & Dunn and country legend Reba McEntire have extended their long-running Las Vegas residency this coming winter. Thanks to the high influx of demands from their dedicated fans that McEntire, Kix Brooks, and Ronnie Dunn have decided to book eight new shows up till December. Reba, Brooks & Dunn: Together … Read more
Country singer Jimmie Allen had some choice words for Black Entertainment Television. Jimmie Allen’s Predicament Allen vented out his frustrations at BET Tuesday morning for refusing to play his music videos. He praised the Nashville scene at the same time. Jimmie Allen is considered as a huge breakout star in the Nashville scene, based on … Read more
Edgar Leon Rausch, known as “the voice” of the seminal western swing band Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys, has died at the age of 91. This is according to the Bob Wills Facebook Page, where it was posted that Rausch died on Tuesday morning in Fort Worth, Texas. “Edgar Leon Rausch, the beloved Voice … Read more
Social media is a powerful tool that everybody utilizes for their own reasons. The stars, including music icon Taylor Swift, have used it for a plethora of reasons. These platforms are where she shares the different facets of her life and career: from her cats to album teasers. Clearly, Swift is well aware of the … Read more
Country superstar Dolly Parton was one of the people who pushed for efforts to raise funds for the 2016 Smoky Mountains Wildfires. And now, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has honored her for her efforts. Dolly Parton’s Newest Honor Parton is already very decorated in her own right. She had won eight Grammy Awards, 10 … Read more
The 18th Americana Music Association Awards have definitely reflected the talented and inspiring women that have been dominating the genre. Brandi Carlile, Kasey Musgraves, Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Susan Tedeschi, and The War and Treaty’s Tanya Totter, there are 21 female musicians nominated in 2019’s six categories. The 2019 artist of the year nominees features an … Read more
Maybelle Carter’s Biography Our late Maybelle Addington is known as “Mother” Maybelle or Maybelle Carter. She was born May 10, 1909, in Virginia. She was known as an American Country musician. Her unique style of playing guitar made a mark in the Country Music industry. In 1926, Maybelle married Ezra Carter. She was 17 years … Read more
A Colorado shooting had eighteen-year-old Kendrick Ray Castillo killed, and eight others wounded in the shooting at STEM School Highlands Ranch. First-degree murder and attempted murder charges will be filed, according to 18th Judicial District Attorney George Brauchler. The attack took place just 8 km (5 miles) from Columbine High School, the site of one … Read more
Miranda Lambert has always been a strong voice in the advocacy of having more female power in country music. But now, she says she’s tired of the conversation and insists that we do something about it instead. Miranda’s Not Interested in Talking Anymore Lambert has been a strong powerhouse when it comes to this advocacy. … Read more
Country star Wynonna Judd recently took the matters of prison reform into her own hands, when she set up a meeting with White House officials to discuss the issue. Wynonna Goes to the White House During a White House event for the National Day of Prayer, Judd was front and center saying that it was … Read more