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Blake Shelton to Host 50+ Free Performances during CMA Fest

Blake Shelton's Ole Red Nashville partners up with Spotify to deliver free music during CMA Fest.

Is Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s Marriage On The Rocks?

Is Tim McGraw and Faith Hill's 23-year-marriage really on the rocks or is it all just what it is - baseless rumors?

Happy Birthday In Heaven Mac Wiseman: “The Voice With A Heart”

Mac Wiseman was raised in Crimora, Virginia. He suffered from polio at an early age. But he became a well known American bluegrass singer.

Mason Ramsey’s Beautiful Rendition of Hank Williams’ “I Saw the Light”

Mason Ramsey shows that he is a big fan of country legend, Hank Williams Sr. This time, Mason Ramsey chose to sing Williams' "I Saw the Light."

“Jose Cuervo” Singer Shelly West, Celebrates her 61st Birthday

Shelly West, singer of 1983 classic hit "Jose Cuervo," turns 61 today. The singer was born on May 23, 1958. She is the daughter of country legend Dottie West.

Laine Hardy Heats Up the Stage with Jon Pardi During the American Idol Finale

Laine Hardy proved that he is America's rising country/rock star. He collaborated with Jon Pardi for his final performance at the American Idol.

Reba McEntire Celebrates Her 8th Anniversary Hall of Fame Induction

Reba McEntire was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame 8 years ago, under the Modern Artist Era category. She is known as Queen of Country Music.

New Kacey Musgraves Exhibit at the Country Music HoF

Saddle up and get ready to explore the wonderful world of Kacey Musgraves in a brand new exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame. 

Luke Combs Announces New EP: The Prequel

Luke Combs is back with another huge announcement. He's back with new music and new EP entitled The Prequel.

Jimmie Allen Opens Up About His Bipolar Disorder

Country star Jimmie Allen gets candid about his mental health in a recent interview. The rising star shared that he's been living with bipolar disorder.

What’s Laine Hardy’s Prize for Winning ‘American Idol’?

American Idol came to a close and has crowned country rocker Laine Hardy as champion. But what does he get from winning?

Louvin Brothers Biopic in the Works

The forthcoming film Satan is Real re-tells the story of the influential music that the Louvin Brothers are known for and the erratic lives that they lived behind it.

Travis Tritt was in a Car Accident that Killed Two People

Grammy Award-winning country music star Travis Tritt was involved in a fatal car accident that left two dead. 

John Prine and Margo Price Raise Money To Fight Alabama Abortion Ban

John Prine and Margo Price are joining together to raise money to fight the newly signed Alabama abortion ban.

Kacey Musgraves Has Something to Say to Alabama

On the heels of the passing of the controversial abortion bill in Alabama, Kacey Musgraves joins the conversation with a scathing question to the senators who passed it.

Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, and More Donate Auction Items for Girls Rock Camp

Some of country's brightest stars are donating their items for charity. All for the sake of girls rocking the world.

Luke Bryan Teams Up with Jason Aldean for “Crash My Playa”

Luke Bryan teams up with Jason Aldean for headlining the Crash My Playa concert series in Mexico. 

Reba and Brooks & Dunn are Back in Vegas for the Smash Hit Residency!

It's official! Brooks & Dunn and country legend Reba McEntire have extended their long-running Las Vegas residency this coming winter.

Jimmie Allen Calls Out BET for Not Playing His Music

Country singer Jimmie Allen had some choice words for Black Entertainment Television. 

Leon Rausch, Texas Playboys Member, Dead at 91

Edgar Leon Rausch, known as “The Voice” of the seminal western swing band Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys, has died at the age of 91.

FBI Honors Dolly Parton for Fundraising Efforts

Country superstar Dolly Parton raised funds for the 2016 Smoky Mountains Wildfires. And now, the FBI has honored her for her efforts.

2019 Americana Awards: It’s a Woman’s World

The 18th Americana Music Association Awards have definitely reflected the talented and inspiring women that have been dominating the genre.

Taylor Swift Discusses The Downsides of Social Media

Music icon Taylor Swift have used social media for a plethora of reasons. But the star admits that it isn't all roses when it comes to the platform.

In Memory of Mother Maybelle Carter’s 110th Birthday

Mother Maybelle Carter became famous with her uniqueness in playing her guitar. She really loves music since chilldhood.

Miranda Lambert, Tired of the Talks about the Problem about Women in Country Music

Miranda Lambert says she's tired of the conversation and insists that we do something about it instead. 

Prison Reform: Wynonna Judd Advocates at the Whitehouse

Wynonna Judd recently took the matters of prison reform into her own hands, when she set up a meeting with White House officials to discuss the issue.

Colorado School Shooting: Suspects in Court, Students Vigil

A Colorado shooting had eighteen-year-old Kendrick Ray Castillo killed, and eight others wounded in the shooting at STEM School Highlands Ranch.

Keith Whitley Exhibit: Lorrie Morgan Opens an Exhibit Dedicated to Late Husband

Lorrie Morgan and Jesse Keith Whitley, her son, were proud to open the exhibit dedicated to the late Keith Whitley at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

California Wildlife Rescue: Devin Dawson Raises $12K for a Cause

Rising country star Devin Dawson shared to his fans that his California Smoke Tour was a huge success - and he did all of that for a good cause. 

5 Songs By Country Mothers for Mothers

Since Mother's Day is fast approaching, it's time to highlight and give thanks to the people who raised us to become the person that we are now.