Can you imagine Kelly Clarkson singing Travis Tritt’s feisty single “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)?” The country superstar proves over and over again that she can truly sing just about anything. On The Kelly Clarkson Show, she takes the stage to perform Kellyoke covers of hit songs – and she never fails to … Read more
Country legend Ernest Tubb was famous for a lot of things. He is regarded with deep respect as the Father of Honky Tonk Music and the Texas Troubadour, who first introduced the electric guitar to the Grand Ole Opry. He is indeed one of the most influential artists in the genre’s history. But what endured … Read more
Mother’s Day was even more special for Luke Bryan’s family as they welcomed a new member. The Bryans did not only celebrate the family’s matriarch, but they packed their bags and all headed down to the “Drunk on You” singer’s hometown of Georgia to meet a bundle of joy. Luke Bryan just revealed that his … Read more
The chemistry between John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara onscreen and their close bond behind the camera led many to believe that the two legendary actors were actually a couple. But were they? Let’s take a phenomenal throwback to these late screen legends’ long relationship that spanned nearly four decades. The Start of A Friendship That … Read more
The whole country music community woke up to heartbreaking news last May 1. Ashley Judd and Wynonna Judd, through the The Judds official Instagram account, announced the death of their mother Naomi just a day before. In their statement, the sisters expressed their profound grief after losing their beautiful mother ‘to the disease of mental … Read more
Mickey Gilley, known for his pioneer work in launching the Urban Cowboy movement and hit songs “Stand By Me,” “Room Full of Roses,” and “Lonely Nights,” passed away last May 7, Saturday. There has been no official announcement on the cause of death, but the late singer canceled all of his scheduled May performances at … Read more
Kelly Clarkson received the greatest and most special gift she could ever ask for on Mother’s Day. The three-time Grammy Award winner recently opened up about her nanny’s priceless gift. “So, my nanny — I literally almost cried — like, she walked into the kitchen and was like, ‘Hey, for Mother’s Day, I’m going to … Read more
On May 26, 1933, the world of country music lost the man who started it all. Jimmie Rodgers, who was honored as the Father of Country Music, died at the age of 35 after years of fighting tuberculosis. He succumbed to pulmonary hemorrhage brought by the disease. View this post on Instagram A post shared … Read more
From rural Appalachia, Dolly Parton has undeniably made her way to the heart of country music. She had no big money or name but what she did have – distinctive style, overflowing talent, and good heart – were things that only a few were blessed with. And now, decades later, after she first debuted, she … Read more
Last week, May 7, a private funeral service for Naomi Judd was held to celebrate the life of the late singer. The event, which was shared by Ashley Judd to have been planned by her mother herself, was full of performances from fellow country musicians. Dolly Parton, Ricky Skaggs, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Isaacs, … Read more
In her self-titled 1972 album, Linda Ronstadt gifted fans with an ‘easter egg’ – a rare, live recording of her cover of Patsy Cline’s “I Fall To Pieces” – which was sneaked in at the beginning of the B-side. The track was originally released by Cline two years before her tragic and untimely death, and … Read more
Last May 7, country singers, friends, and family gathered in Nashville to celebrate and remember Naomi Judd of the renowned country vocal duo The Judds. Naomi passed away last April 30 after a long struggle and battle with her mental health. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Nash Country Music News … Read more
Country superstar Carrie Underwood was one of the many mamas celebrated in honor of Mother’s Day. In addition to being one of the biggest artists in the genre, the “Before He Cheats” singer keeps herself busy as a loving mother to her two sons: Isaiah and Jacob. While she said her family doesn’t have any … Read more
While the path he’d been on was a little bumpy, it led Cody Johnson to his present — a chart-topping country artist who regularly sells out shows across the country. Indeed, the sky is now the limit for the country music hitmaker. But in addition to his successful music career, there are actually several other … Read more
Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town kicked off The Bandwagon Tour on Friday, May 6, at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands, Texas. Lambert and Little Big Town members Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook then made sure they honor the late Naomi Judd. In a video recorded by one fan, … Read more
The grieving is still fresh for sisters Wynonna Judd and Ashley Judd after their mom Naomi Judd passed away last April 30. The 76-year-old singer lost her long-haul battle with mental health, a topic that she had been open with and passionately advocating for the past few years. And with the celebration of Mother’s Day … Read more
News of Mickey Gilley’s death circulated in the country music community shortly after a press release by Jeff Wagner, mayor of Pasadena. The legendary country music singer, songwriter, actor, and pioneering member of the genre passed away in Branson, Missouri, last May 7, 2022 with friends and family by his side and after finishing off … Read more
On May 15, 2003, June Carter Cash – the five-time Grammy winner and wife of country giant Johnny Cash – died in a Nashville hospital of complications from heart surgery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by June Carter Cash (@junecartercash) A few months before June’s death, she reportedly complained of pain around … Read more
The success of Eddy Arnold songs paved the way for later singers such as Conway Twitty, George Strait, and Kenny Rogers, among others. Taken together, he was the first bona fide country music superstar of the modern era – and definitely, the most successful country hitmaker of all time, who had had a nine-year run … Read more
Eddy Arnold has carved out a character as a suave crooner never regulated nor limited by the frills associated with country music stardom. After all, he’s considered as the greatest performer of songs of the heart whose contributions can’t be defined. He played an important role in transforming “hillbilly music” from a rural sensation into … Read more
Guy Clark had a long, storied career that makes him one of today’s national treasures and folk icons, serving as a role model to a younger class of maverick musicians. His music defied conventional categorization, blending folk, country, and bluegrass. While this left record-label executives puzzled about how to market him, Guy Clark songs were … Read more
Maureen O’Hara and John Wayne’s on-screen chemistry was undeniable. Their heart-tugging romance can completely sweep an audience without fail, and they just had that rare command of the screen. O’Hara and Wayne have starred together from the 1950s until the early 1970s – Rio Grande (1950), The Quiet Man (1952), The Wings of Eagles (1957), … Read more
It’s no secret that the Louisiana native is a total heartthrob. Laine Hardy has stolen the hearts of many ladies, in and outside the realm of country music. But the American Idol Season 17 winner is more than just good looks. His antics and talent could always drive the audience crazy – and pop superstar … Read more
The Top 40 country songs for May 2022 are still dominated by today’s hottest country stars, artists you barely have heard of ten years ago. There’s Morgan Wallen, Walker Hayes, Thomas Rhett, and of course, Cody Johnson – who’s consecutively dominated the top spot. More Top 40 Country: April 2022 | March 2022 | February 2022 | January 2022 | December 2021 | November … Read more
American singer and rapper Kid Rock collaborated with Nova Scotia rock band The Trews for the alternate version of “Highway of Heroes,” a song dedicated to honor all of the men and women who have sacrificed in service of the country. The original song was published in 2010, while Kid Rock’s feature was released in … Read more
Country music icon Travis Tritt has blessed us with power ballads and contemplative stories through the songs he wrote and released – but sometimes, he would cover and recreate the magic exuded by some popular country classics. And in this very incredible instance, the Grammy award-winning singer is joined by someone special – his only … Read more
A three-year-old named Zach took the town and social media by storm with his huge rainbow trout catch last May 2018 at the Jamaica Pond in Boston, Massachusetts. And the most interesting part of this experience is that he did so with a blue and red toy Spiderman rod! The Massachusetts Governor and the State, … Read more
Just weeks after The Judds announced their final tour and a day before they were set to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Naomi Judd took her own life. She was 76. Trigger Warning (TW): Mental Health (MH), Mental Illness (MI), and Mention of Suicide If you or someone you know is … Read more
Dolly Parton recently took to Instagram to express her grief when she heard about Naomi Judd’s passing. According to the country music icon, she and the late singer were close friends who shared a lot of similarities – their age, their zodiac sign (both Capricorns), and their love for big hair, the makeup, and of … Read more
On stage his Speed of Now tour in Manchester, Keith Urban took a moment to pay tribute to the late singer Naomi Judd by performing a short cover of The Judds’ hit song “Love Can Build A Bridge.” Naomi passed away last Saturday, April 30, at 76 after her long battle with mental health. Her … Read more