Country fans are known to be an avid supporter of the music genre. With this, The Voice has produced five country artists from its 15 seasons. This just proves that country music is still well-loved by the American public. Contrary to the belief that country music is fading to obscurity, The Voice proves that country … Read more
Over the weekend, a total of 17 tornadoes were reported hitting states from Texas to Alabama, the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center Bob Oravec told Reuters. The National Weather Service said severe storms, damaging wind, and hail hit many areas across the deep South, particularly from Eastern Texas to Western Alabama. There were multiple … Read more
The Academy of Country Music Award is another glaring evidence that women were heavily excluded in the country music scene. Host Reba McEntire had some sharp jabs about this fact. And, certain studies have proved that women don’t get that much air time either. That’s why Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon took it to Twitter to … Read more
Music has always been one of the tools that humankind used to get close to our creator. It is one way to channel our faith and our intentions to the higher beings that govern our world. And, it is in these as well that we can reconnect with what was once lost with our relationship … Read more
Being nominated for the ACM Entertainer of the Year for the tenth time, Keith Urban was excited. It’s much like every nominated artist who attended the show last April 7. But, it’s also possible that he’s ten times more excited than the rest of the artists for another reason. Specifically, he was excited to make … Read more
Clark McEntire, Reba McEntire‘s father is set to be included into the Hall of Great Westerners at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City on Saturday (April 13). Reba has always been a proud Oklahoman — a trait she undoubtedly inherited from her father, who along with the rest of the family … Read more
Carrie Underwood, Travis Tritt, Chris Janson, and more stars band together as the CMA fest officially begins on the 6th of June at the Grand Ole Opry. Carrie Underwood and More Starks Kicks Off The Celebrations CMA Fest officially begins at the 6th of June, but the Grand Ole Pry will kick things off on … Read more
Kane Brown gave a very special fan the surprise of his life during an episode of Pickler & Ben on Thursday, the 11th of April. The Special Basketball Star Clay Warner is a high school senior from Polk City, Iowa. He was a premature baby, born at 23 weeks. He has cerebral palsy and is … Read more
Superstar Taylor Swift proves that she has a huge heart of gold. She has donated $113,000 to the Tennessee Equality Project, and she sent flowers to a fan. Taylor’s Heart of Gold The Tennessee Equality Project is an LGBTQ+ advocacy group led by Chris Sanders. The advocacy group has been fighting a series of bills … Read more
Legendary country music sensation Earl Thomas Conley, known for his hit songs including “Holding Her and Loving You” died on Wednesday morning in Nashville. He was 77 years old. His brother Fred Conley confirms his death to The Tennessean, saying that the country crooner died at 12:20 in the early hours of Wednesday in Nashville. He … Read more
The iconic women’s fashion and lifestyle brand Vera Bradley, Inc. has partnered with country music sensation Cassadee Pope as she headlines the “CMT Next Women of Country Tour,” which brings out fresh female voices to the spotlight of country music. The tour kicks off on the 11th of April in Tampa, Florida. Vera Bradley The … Read more
Bryce Mauldin is a rising country music artist who hails from Webster, Florida. His discovery of the genre happened prior to 2016, at the time his primary interest was racing motocross. It’s something he dreamed of making a career out of it and spent almost all of his life for. That’s why music has never … Read more
A Floridian good Samaritan was picking up people’s tabs and giving out money at a local Florida Waffle House when he was shot dead in a fight that seemed to have been sparked by his generosity, officials said. According to a statement from the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, Craig Brewer, 41, was shot in the … Read more
Country superstar Tanya Tucker is teaming up with the Animal Legal Defense Fund to address the rampant “abuse and neglect” she witnessed during a recent trip to the Special Memories Zoo in Greenville, Wisconsin. She penned the aforementioned zoo in an open letter addressing several areas of concern including animals housed in filthy enclosures, lack … Read more
The hits just keep on coming for Kacey Musgraves. Fresh from her win at the Grammys, she bags big wins for her Golden Hour album. She talks candidly about it, as well as her skyrocket to fame and how deviating from the mainstream can actually do a whole lot of good for you. Another Big … Read more
Miranda Lambert goes back to the road this fall for the 2019 Roadside Bars & Pink Guitars Tour. And, she’s bringing along some serious female power on selected dates including Maren Morris, Elle King, the Pistol Annies, Tenille Townes, Ashley McBryde, and Caylee Hammack. Miranda Lambert’s New Tour The Roadside Bars and Pink Guitars Tour … Read more
Are you all excited for this year’s winner of ACM’s Song of the Year? We are all excited to know who brought home the award. However, before we announce the winner, let’s take a look at the winner last year. Last Year’s Winner of ACM Song of the Year Last year, Miranda Lambert‘s “Tin Man” … Read more
We’ve all seen this coming. And frankly, country legend and host for this year’s ACM awards Reba McEntire has something to say about female exclusion. Reba’s Sharp Criticism She dealt with sharp criticism at the show for failing to nominate a single female artist for the night’s biggest honor: The Entertainer of the Year Award. … Read more
The night had been spectacular! With all the glitz and glam, the 2019 ACM Awards was surely a night to remember. The 54th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards happened Sunday in Las Vegas, with country superstar Reba McEntire hosting it for a record-breaking 16th time. 2019 ACM Awards Full List of Winners Below is … Read more
Dan + Shay won the Single of the Year and Song of the Year award for their song “Tequila.” The song went toe to toe with other country music hits like “Meant to Be” by Bebe Rexha, and “Heaven” by Kane Brown. However, the big win still went to the Duo. It seems that these … Read more
The “party of the year” in country music has just concluded! It’s time to check out who among the big country stars shone the brightest at the 54th ACM awards. It seems that this year’s country music party is for the duo Dan + Shay. When the official list of nominees was out earlier, they … Read more
The Academy of Country Music Awards is one of the biggest shows in country music. Also, this is a gathering wherein you will get to see a lot of legends and stars. Anyway, this awards night is one of the most awaited events. The ACM is like the highest prize for an artist if they … Read more
Kacey Musgraves proves that women can rule the world by winning the Album of the Year against four men in the category. Kacey’s Grammy-winning album just got her first ACM Award for Album of the year. Now, those are two big awards for one amazing album. Golden Hour for Kacey Kacey Musgraves continues her winning … Read more
Twitter is one of the most used social media of today. This social media platform lets you say (tweet) something from your profile. You can say whatever you want; to whoever you choose any time of the day. And our country artists are the latest victim (guests) to the Jimmy Kimmel Live where his guests … Read more
Women in country music have certainly campaigned for their voices to be heard. However up until this point, their voices and perspectives – particularly those of more mature female artists and songwriters – are not being heard in Music City. Studies Show Women are Being Excluded In an article published by NPR, the University of … Read more
Jim Glaser is known as both a solo artist and a member of the sibling trio Tompall and the Glaser Brothers. He died at 82 years old. According to a post on his official Facebook page, Glaser died on Saturday, the 6th of April. “We come to you this morning with great sadness and heavy … Read more
If you’ve been dying to get a hold of the Terry Douglas Band’s first-ever CD, wait no more because it will be available this Saturday, April 6. You read it right, folks! The Ohio-based country music group has just announced the release of The Devil You Don’t Know CD on their Facebook page. The great … Read more
The nominees for the 2019 Billboard Music Awards have been announced and some of the brightest stars in contemporary country music are included in the prestigious list! Country superstar and cover queen Kelly Clarkson, and breakout country duo Dan + Shay were on the 8 AM ET hour of the Today show on Thursday, the … Read more
Wednesday marked the groundbreaking initiative of country singer Brad Paisley and his wife Kimberly Williams-Paisley on the site where they were to open a free grocery store later in 2019. Brad Paisley’s Non-Profit Grocery Affectionately named “The Store,” Paisley partners with his alma mater, Belmont University. It is a new nonprofit business that will serve … Read more
Although Wilson had passed away back in 2017, his legacy remains. Let us take a look back at the journey of the singer-songwriter as we celebrate his special day. 40 Years in the Business With Norro’s longevity in the music industry, it is no surprise that he worked with a lot of country artists. He … Read more