Singer-songwriter Zach Bryan is again atop the Top Americana/Folk Albums for August 2023 with his critically acclaimed, chart-topping album, American Heartbreak. Indeed, the impact of Bryan’s songs from this 34-track album – including “Sun to Me,” “From Austin,” and, of course, his first radio single and biggest hit to date, “Something In the Orange” – … Read more
There’s actually a historic milestone among the top three hit singles in the top 40 country songs for August 2023. In case you missed it, Jason Aldean’s “Try In A Small Town,” Morgan Wallen’s “Last Night,” and Luke Combs’ “Fast Car” claimed the top three spots on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The trio marks … Read more
Leading the Top Bluegrass Albums for August 2023 is the American Bluegrass band led by award-winning guitarist Molly Tuttle. Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway struck gold on their enchanting new album City of Gold, which contains a batch of heartfelt songs with relatable stories that are being played so magically. Also on the list is … Read more
Country music today has witnessed something that has never happened before! For the first time in 65 years, the genre has occupied all top three positions on the Billboard Hot 100 chart – with Jason Aldean leading the trio of country musicians presently making history. Aldean’s “Try That in a Small Town” has ascended to … Read more
The ultimate country music fan experience – CMA Fest – has endured five decades of bringing together country music fans with their most adored artists. Ever since it kicked off in 1972 as Fan Fair, there has been nothing that’s quite like it in the world. What started as a music festival drawing 5,000 fans … Read more
Superstar country duo Dan + Shay has unveiled new music called “Save Me The Trouble,” which will serve as the lead single off their forthcoming album, Bigger Houses – their first new album in two years. The duo, composed of Shay Mooney and Dan Smyers, revealed that Bigger Houses will be on the market on September 15. It will … Read more
Mark your calendars as Stagecoach Festival 2024 has announced its comeback. The annual outdoor country music festival will return to the Empire Polo Club in Indio, Southern California, from April 26 to 28, 2024. So, Where Can You Get The Tickets? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stagecoach (@stagecoach) RELATED: Tidal Wave … Read more
On July 17, 2023, Nashville music executive and Country Music Hall of Famer Jerry Bradley died at his home in Mount Juliet, Tennessee. Senior director of media relations for BMI Nashville, Elice Cuff-Campbell, has announced his death but did not provide a cause. He was 83. Kyle Young, Chief Executive Officer of the Country Music … Read more
Country star Jason Aldean had no choice but to cut short his Saturday (July 15) concert in Hartford, Connecticut, after experiencing what was later revealed to be a heat stroke. In a video captured by a concertgoer, Aldean can be seen performing “Crazy Town,” – an up-tempo country rock song that became his tenth consecutive … Read more
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled on Thursday (July 13, 2023) that singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley died of natural causes. According to an autopsy report, her cardiac arrest resulted from “sequelae of a small bowel obstruction.” This particular complication happens when a blockage in the small intestine prevents or slows down the movement of … Read more
Country star Miranda Lambert and retro-soul singer Leon Bridges are turning heads with their new duet, “If You Were Mine.” The must-hear genre-bending collaboration blends Lambert’s signature country vocals with Bridges’ fan-favorite R&B style – and it’s something you can never resist. “If You Were Mine” marks Lambert’s first release as a “free agent” after … Read more
Toby Keith has recently issued a health update and a glimpse into his current condition after a full year and a month since he first revealed to fans that he has been battling stomach cancer. On June 2, the country star graced the pre-tournament gala for the Toby Keith & Friends Golf Classic. It was … Read more
Carly Pearce has joined forces with country star Chris Stapleton for a powerful new duet called “We Don’t Fight Anymore.” In it, she displayed her musical sensibilities as she stepped into the next chapter of her musical journey and cemented her place as a supreme storyteller. The song was released in June 2023 as the … Read more
Trace Adkins highlights Americans’ spirit of hope and resilience through his newly released music video for “Somewhere In America.” The short clip premiered on July 7 and has pulled on the heartstrings of many as it tells the story of the tornado-ravaged Mayfield, Kentucky. Directed by Mike Stryker – who also produced the music video … Read more
For ten years now, our hearts have been captured by the beautiful ballads – such as “Tequila,” “Speechless,” and “10,000 Hours” with Justin Bieber – released by pop-country duo Dan + Shay. Amazingly, from 2019 to 2021, they won three consecutive Grammy Awards for Best Country Duo/Group Performance. However, following their string of successes, the … Read more
Fans of Josh Turner are in for a treat as the multi-platinum-selling artist announces the release of a collection of his biggest hits and fan favorites called Josh Turner: Greatest Hits on September 8. The album features eleven of his biggest career songs across his two-decade career. It includes all five of his No. 1 hits – … Read more
Grammy-winning folk and soul artist Tracy Chapman was just as surprised as everyone else when her classic hit, “Fast Car,” found a new life after three decades and a half since it was originally released. Chapman released “Fast Car” as the lead single off her 1988 self-titled debut studio album. After performing on the Nelson … Read more
To say the American actor Brendan Wayne got massive boots to fill while making his way as an actor is such an understatement – he might as well be an amputee, and the shoes are the Grand Canyon. It is confirmed! Brendan Wayne has ties to the popular Hollywood icon John Wayne – whose acting … Read more
We’ve all known and loved Jelly Roll for his long, curly hair – which often flows out of the back of his hat and has been part of his overall signature look. However, the “Son of a Sinner” surprised everyone when he shared that he is a long-haired country boy no more! Apparently, he bid … Read more
Noah Kahan certainly reached a new level this month with his third studio album Stick Season not just entering the top Americana/folk albums for July 2023 but also sitting atop. In fact, the album shoots all the way from No. 100 to No. 3 on U.S. Billboard 200. Indeed, many connect to Kahan’s songs that … Read more
Nickel Creek’s fifth studio album Celebrants tops the top bluegrass albums for July 2023. It is actually the California bluegrass trio’s first release since 2014, during which members Chris Thile, Sara Watkins, and Sean Watkins pursued solo careers and other projects. However, now they are back with an album they refer to as the most … Read more
This list of top 40 country songs for July 2023 is absolutely a breath of fresh air. It contains new entries from our old-time favorites, such as Parker McCollum, Tim McGraw, Luke Bryan, Chris Young, Sam Hunt, and Kelsea Ballerini. A brand-new duet between country superstars Carly Pearce and Chris Stapleton even made it to … Read more
Country music has a lengthy and not-so-proud reputation for being intensely homophobic. Gay country singers were, sadly, not warmly welcomed. Singing queer love songs was even enough to end careers. For instance, Patrick Haggerty, whose band called Lavender Country, released what is widely believed to be the first explicitly gay record in 1973, ultimately leading … Read more
Last October 2022, CBS dropped its new action- and drama-packed procedural series Fire Country and leading the fiery cast is Bode Donovan, played by SEAL Team actor Max Thieriot. He also co-created the show, inspired by his hometown in Sonoma County, California. “Fire Country is my baby and something I’ve poured my heart into. Frankly, I didn’t imagine that … Read more
Just two episodes into its freshman run, CBS’s new firefighter series Fire Country has already received a full order for season 2. Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment, said, “Fire Country has so many appealing entry points for the audience. It combines high-stakes action with small-town charm, mystery, and romance, and a family franchise at its core.” Despite … Read more
The relationship between Chris Stapleton and Morgane Stapleton has grown wonderfully over the years. They endlessly support and inspire each other in various ways – both in their personal lives and within their careers. What’s even more amazing is that they are not afraid to get passionate about their love, making their relationship one of … Read more
Are you a Coca-Cola fan, or do you relish a glass of Pepsi more? Does your heart often sink whenever you’re at a restaurant and the waiter tells you your preferred cola is unavailable? Whether you’re a casual soda drinker or a soft drink beast, chances are you have a solid opinion regarding the longstanding … Read more
Are you looking for country songs about redemption? Redemption is the magnificent act of saving or being saved from a blunder, sin, or evil. It’s a process wherein someone who has committed a mistake, transgression, or even a crime finds forgiveness and absolution. In Christian culture, redemption is being saved from a dire fate. It … Read more
More often than not, we neglect to be true to ourselves. Most of us find it a little scary to be different in our society. We conform to the norms that make us lose our own identity. If this is a struggle you’ve been dealing with for quite some time, fret not, as there are … Read more
Life will never always consist of rainbows and sunshine. Along with its beauty and bliss come struggles, setbacks, and challenges – no matter how much you want everything to be perfect. Luckily, there are many country songs about the struggles of life to remind you that you are not alone. While it’s quite hard to … Read more