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“Earth:” Zac Brown Joins Lil Dicky and an All-Star Cast for Ecology Anthem ‘Earth’

Zac Brown joins his contemporaries to help comedian and rapper Lil Dicky with his latest song entitled “Earth.”  Brown appears as a cow in the video and like the majority of the star-studded cast, he sings funny one-liners that would describe the animal that he was embodying. There is also a reason why he only … Read more

Brandi Carlile Took Dave Ghrol Busking in Seattle

On Saturday, the 20th of April, breakout star Brandi Carlile surprised market-goers at Seattle’s Pike Place Market by not only giving an impromptu show but also bringing out Foo Fighter’s Dave Grohl with her on the adventure. A Seattle native, Carlile dragged the rocker out to replicate how she started her career: busking. Busking with … Read more

Tim Bergling, aka Avicii, Bridge the Gap Between Country Music and EDM

Tim Bergling, aka Avicii, Bridge the Gap Between Country Music and EDM

There are no other artists in the history of EDM music that can fuse country and progressive house together than Tim Bergling aka Avicii. His previous tracks “Wake Me Up” and “Hey Brother” brought EDM a step closer to country music. It may not be the kind of country music we have known but, Bergling … Read more

How Much Do You Know Johnny Cash’s Brother, Tommy Cash?

Probably the closest relatives of Johnny Cash we know who also excel in the country music world are his wife, June Carter, and children Rosanne Cash and John Carter Cash. But did you know that he has a younger brother named Tommy Cash who also made his own name in Nashville music industry? How did … Read more

Marty Stuart is 2019 Artist-in-Residence at the Country Music HOF

There is no doubt that Marty Stuart is one of the biggest names to pave the way in the country music industry. And, in recognition for being one of the greatest torchbearers and most enduring talents, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has dubbed Stuart to be its 16th artist-in-residence. Marty Stuart’s Shows … Read more

The Red Bandana Tour 2019: Aaron Watson’s New Tour

Country star Aaron Watson will hit the road this summer for ‘The Red Bandana Tour.’ It is named after the Texas native’s upcoming album. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Watson noted that he’s completely comfortable on the road. “Touring is what we do, it’s how we built the business and met so many amazing fans … Read more

‘Blue on Black:’ Brantley Gilbert, Queen’s Brian May, and More Recruited for Special Cover

Country crooner Brantley Gilbert teamed up with the rock band Five Finger Death Punch, the legendary Brian May of Queen, and Kenny Wayne Sheperd for a special and updated version of the song ‘Blue on Black.’ Blue on Black Five Finger Death Punch is no stranger to making several good covers of songs. They have … Read more

Kelsea Ballerini Gets Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry

Country singer, and now officially the youngest member of the Grand Ole Opry, Kelsea Ballerini has been inducted into the prestigious country music stage concert. Fellow country powerhouse Carrie Underwood gave her the award and officially inducted her into the exclusive country group. Underwood herself was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry family in 2008. … Read more

Reboot: Brooks & Dunn Top Country Albums Chart

Country Duo Brooks & Dunn are back on top for the first time in a decade. The iconic duo has landed on the number 1 spot on the Billboard Top Country Albums Chart with their latest album Reboot. This marks their seventh appearance on the charts. The all-star collaborations effort features the iconic duo Kix Brooks … Read more

Hal Ketchum Suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease

Hal Ketchum, the 90’s country hitmaker known for his songs “Small Town Saturday Night,” “Past the Point of Rescue,” Sure Love,” and more, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease/ dementia. This is according to a post made by his wife Andrea on Ketchum’s official Facebook Page. Hal Ketchum’s Condition His wife Andrea shared the news … Read more

William Shatner: Country Music Star at Age 88

William Shatner is no stranger to versatility. The actor boldly flexes his musical skills for the launch of his new album ‘Why Not Me?’ at age 88. William Shatner’s Musical Stylings This isn’t the first time that Shatner has dabbled in music. His musical style has often been referred to as something unique, and much-parodied … Read more

Country Artists Dominate The Voice, Five Winners Out of 15 Seasons

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

Tornadoes Devastate the South

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

Reese Witherspoon Shows Country Women Her Support

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

8 Best Christian Country Artists You Need For Your Gospel Music Fix

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

Did “Burden” Bring Keith Urban Luck at the 54th ACM Awards?

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 to be Honored in the ‘Hall of Great Westerners’

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 to Kick Off Exciting 2019 CMA Fest Week at the Opry

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

Heart of Gold: Taylor Swift Donates $113,000 & Gives Heartwarming Gift to Fan

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

Earl Thomas Conley Dead at 77

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

Country Music Star Cassadee Pope Partners With Luxury Brand Vera Bradley

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

“All the Proof I Need:” Bryce Mauldin’s Great Debut Single

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

Good Samaritan Tragically Dies After Picking Up Tabs in Waffle House

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

Tanya Tucker Addresses “Abuse and Neglect” at a Zoo

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

Roadside Bars & Pink Guitars Tour 2019: Miranda Lambert’s Amazing New Tour

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