Country music’s most prestigious family, the Country Music Hall of Fame, grew by three when legendary female performers Patty Loveless and Tanya Tucker and prolific songwriter Bob McDill officially became its newest members. On Sunday (October 22), the three iconic artists were awarded their Country Music Hall of Fame induction medallions at downtown Nashville’s CMA … Read more
Ahead of Valentine’s Day, on February 10, 2023, Luke Combs released “Love You Anyway” as the lead single off his fourth studio album, Gettin’ Old. The love and heartbreak song immediately captured the hearts of many fans, and it reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. Amazingly, Combs’ version of “Fast Car” ranked at No. … Read more
On September 7, 2023, Morgan Wallen released “Thinkin’ Bout Me” as the sixth single out of the 36 tracks on his ground-breaking album, One Thing at a Time. The song quickly became one of the many highlights of his massive collection. It helped Wallen earn his 10th No. 1 title in October 2023 when it claimed … Read more
On January 30, 2023, Dustin Lynch released “Stars Like Confetti” as the third single of his fifth studio album, Blue in the Sky. The song was a hit for Lynch, climbing to No. 6 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart while sitting at No. 21 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Story Behind The Song Written by … Read more
Earlier in the month, Blake Shelton had been teasing fans with a new run of shows, and now, the country star has finally confirmed everyone’s suspicions. Shelton has finally unveiled the second leg of his Back to The Honky Tonk Tour. The 17-show trek will kick off on February 22, 2024, at the GIANT Center … Read more
Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd are ending their country music romance and, sadly, their marriage of five years. The “GIRL” singer has filed in a Nashville, Tennessee, circuit court a dissolution of marriage from her singer-songwriter husband. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ryan Hurd (@ryanhurd) According to the divorce petition filed … Read more
Laine Hardy leaves no room for doubt, sending the message loud and clear that he is still fervently pursuing his passion for music and diligently striving to release new tunes. Unfortunately, like many aspiring artists, Hardy faces the daunting challenge of keeping up with the financial aspects of his career. So, to continue chasing his … Read more
Billy Ray Cyrus has found love again with fellow musician Firerose. The two seemingly confirmed their relationship in August 2022 and sparked engagement rumors a month later, which they eventually confirmed. In October 2023, a little over a year after being engaged, the couple married in the “most perfect, ethereal celebration of love we could … Read more
Congratulations are in order for Billy Ray Cyrus and Australian singer Firerose, who got hitched in what they call “the most perfect ethereal celebration of love” on Tuesday (October 10). The newly married couple took to social media to share the exciting news and a few breathtaking photos. In a joint statement, the “Achy Breaky … Read more
Chris Stapleton is under the weather, and his doctor’s orders have forced him to postpone several dates on his remaining All-American Road Show Tour. The “Tennessee Whiskey” hitmaker broke the news to his fans in a message posted on his official Instagram page last Wednesday (October 11), revealing that he was diagnosed with “bronchitis and laryngitis.” … Read more
Zach Bryan proves he’s now officially a country star as he continues his chart breakthrough in 2022. Amazingly, the Oklahoma native has taken over our top 40 country songs for October 2023, logging thirteen songs on the list and claiming six out of the top 15 slots. Bryan has recently released his self-titled album, which … Read more
On August 25, 2023, Zach Bryan released his highly anticipated self-titled album, which showcased an exceptional collaboration with fellow country star Kacey Musgraves. The somber duet titled “I Remember Everything” was the most talked-about track on Bryan’s celebrated project and was an immediate hit! The song debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100, becoming both Bryan … Read more
The country music world finds themselves smiling and reminiscing on past love as they listen to “Watermelon Moonshine” by Lainey Wilson. The song caught many fans’ attention when Wilson performed the enchanting ballad during her appearance in Yellowstone Season 5 towards the end of 2022. In her role as Abby on the show, Wilson’s character … Read more
Garth Brooks is all set to unveil his honky-tonk and bar in the heart of downtown Nashville, Tennessee – promising an exciting addition to the city’s entertainment scene. The country music sensation revealed that his Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk will open its doors on Friday, November 24, to coincide with Black Friday. More importantly, … Read more
Country music has a rich storytelling tradition, and one frequent theme in this genre is the celebration of independence and the single life. We’ve seen an abundance of country songs about being single that perfectly captures different emotions – whether this is the bliss of finding freedom or the resilience of moving on after a … Read more
At this point, Willie Nelson seems to have surmounted the ability to surprise people. At the age of ninety, he marks the release of his first-ever full album of bluegrass music and now sits atop our top Bluegrass Albums for October 2023. The album Bluegrass contains twelve reinterpretations of songs from Nelson’s back catalog – … Read more
Zach Bryan continues to impress as he reigns the top Americana/Folk Albums for October 2023 with none other than his self-titled album. It has become his first album to rank No. 1 on Billboard’s Folk Albums chart and Billboard 200, Billboard’s Top Country Albums and Top Rock Albums chart. Meanwhile, all 16 tracks from the … Read more
Here’s great news for all our fellow country music enthusiasts and football fanatics! We’ve gathered some of the best country songs about football that would provide the perfect soundtrack as you cheer on your team. We’ll explore the songs that capture the essence of the game. After all, country artists have a knack for putting … Read more
Country icon Jimmy Buffett was beloved for his catchy tunes with laid-back, coastal seagoing vibe -mostly with daydreaming themes. Lucky for us, Buffett has released a boatload of tunes for us to enjoy – with more than 50 albums, including live records and movie soundtracks throughout his six-decade career. Now, let’s take a moment to … Read more
On Monday (September 25), The Voice marked its first-ever season without Blake Shelton sitting on his signature spinning chart. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) RELATED: Exploring the Love Story of Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani The country singer announced in October 2022 that he would be stepping away from NBC’s … Read more
Rory Feek is, without a doubt, known for being a man with many talents, a doting father, and, above all, a devoted husband to his wife, Joey Feek. The couple teamed up and became the country duo Joey + Rory we all came to love after they joined on the first season of CMT’s reality … Read more
While most country fans identify Ronnie Dunn as one-half of the beloved country duo Brooks & Dunn, the Texas native also made a name for himself. In fact, Dunn has also released solo albums – wherein his debut solo studio album entered No. 1 on Billboard Top Country Albums, as well as No. 5 on … Read more
Country star Kane Brown was one of the night’s biggest honorees during the 2023 ACM Honors, taped on August 24, 2023, at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and aired on FOX on September 18, 2023. The Tennessee native has achieved tremendous success internationally throughout the years and has become one of the most recognized country … Read more
On the night of September 18, 2023, country music group Lady A took center stage at the 2023 ACM Honors to pay tribute to prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black, who has long been heralded as one of the brightest stars in the genre. The award-winning vocal trio of Hillary Scott, Dave Haywood, and Charles Kelley delivered … Read more
Chris Stapleton won big during the 2023 ACM Honors broadcasted on Fox on the evening of September 18, 2023. The “Tennessee Whiskey” singer was present at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium on Lower Broadway to receive the honor for the ACM Triple Crown Award, which is somewhat challenging to win. According to the Academy of Country … Read more
Just a few months ago, almost no one had heard of the artist Oliver Anthony – but now, he has become one of the most talked about men in the music industry. It’s all thanks to his undeniably catchy track “Rich Men North of Richmond,” which went wildly viral and became a fast-rising hit. The … Read more
Guess we can all agree that Dolly Parton is a living legend. Ever since she graced the music industry more than five decades ago, the gorgeous blonde proved she had the kind of undeniable star power one can’t simply replicate. On top of that, her sincere songcraft and sassy personality never failed to capture the … Read more
Have you already heard “Religiously” by Bailey Zimmerman? In early 2022, we saw Zimmerman – a previously obscure and unfamiliar artist – quickly becoming a household name in country music and now continuously proving that he’s no one-hit country wonder. RELATED: Discovering Fascinating Facts About Bailey Zimmerman, the Future Star of Country Music He has … Read more
On August 25, 2023, country fans rejoiced as Zach Bryan’s new self-titled album was finally released. The 16-track album is his very ambitious and serious project so far – featuring collaborations with some of the biggest country stars today. What’s even more amazing is that Bryan himself produced the album. He even wrote almost all … Read more
On the night of September 1, 2023, legendary singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett – who epitomized folksy tales of living and loving on tropical sandy beaches with a cold drink in hand – passed away peacefully in his home in Sag Harbor on Long Island, New York. He was “surrounded by his family, friends, music, and dogs.” … Read more