During an appearance at the coveted New Faces of Country Music showcase at CRS 2025 in Nashville over the weekend, Dasha captivated the crowd with a performance of her upcoming single, “Not At This Party.” The rising country star introduced her new song by saying it “is kicking off this new album cycle for me,”…
On Monday (February 24), Morgan Wallen shared a teaser of his emotional new song, “Superman,” with fans on TikTok. The track is dedicated to the country superstar’s four-year-old son, Indie, and features poignant lyrics that touch on Wallen’s personal struggles with the law and concerns about how his wilder days will shape his son’s perception…
Ruston Kelly has announced the upcoming release of his new five-track covers EP, Dirt Emo, Vol. 2, on March 14th. The collection will include his rendition of Avril Lavigne’s “Complicated” featuring fellow Nashville musician Annie DiRusso, as well as his cover of Morgan Wallen’s chart-topping 2021 hit, “Sand in My Boots.” Kelly, who was married…
Cole Swindell earns his 13th career Top 10 spot on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with “Forever to Me,” as the tune climbs up a spot to reach No. 10 this week. Swindell co-wrote his current hit with Rocky Block and Greylan James, and the country star pays tribute to his wife, Courtney, whom he married…
A new kids’ book titled, Howdy: Welcome to the Grand Ole Opry, will be published this fall by Abrams Books for Young Readers. The book is written by the Opry’s Director of Archives and Content Management, Emily Frans, and illustrated by Susannah Chapman, and it features a foreword written by country music superstar – and…
During her tour stop in Charlotte, North Carolina on Thursday (February 20), Kelsea Ballerini made a personal connection with a young boy she spotted in the crowd. The fan held a sign that said, “I get bullied at school because I am a boy and I love you. Can we take a selfie?” In a…
As governmental funding cuts threaten cultural programs across the United States, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Indiana is in jeopardy. Governor Mike Braun has proposed reducing the state’s contribution to the program to $0, despite a previous pledge to match 50% funding starting in 2023. Parton and the Dollywood Foundation have urged the state to…
Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR’s first collaborative album, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, debuts at No. 1 on this week’sBillboard 200 chart. It’s the first chart-topper for PARTYNEXTDOOR, and the fourth Top 10 record of his career. $ome $exy $ongs 4 U is the 14th career No. 1 album for Drake, among 17 total Top 10s, as…
During an appearance at the Country Radio Seminar, Ella Langley revealed the intriguing backstory of her breakout hit, “You Look Like You Love Me.” Langley discussed the spontaneous writing session with Aaron Raitiere in Nashville, praising his role in crafting the song’s unique spark while calling him “the most creative human I’ve ever met.” While…
In a new interview with Billboard, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Bill Medley shares the inspiration behind his new release, Straight From the Heart, a country album featuring duets with iconic artists like Michael McDonald and Vince Gill. Despite initially believing his recording days were over, the 84-year-old, known for his memorable hits…
The 60th Annual ACM Awards took place on Thursday (May 8) at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, hosted by Reba McEntire for a record 18th time. Lainey Wilson was the night’s big winner, taking home the ceremony’s highest award, Entertainer of the Year, along with Album of the Year for Whirlwind,…
Grand Ole Opry icon Jeannie Seely is recovering from multiple recent health issues, including back and abdominal surgeries, an extensive stay in the ICU, and pneumonia. The 84-year-old country legend expressed gratitude for the support and love she received during her ordeal. “Over the past several weeks, I’ve received so many wonderful messages of love…
On Wednesday (May 7), Lainey Wilson found out that she had been named the 2025 ACM Awards’ Artist-Songwriter of the Year, surprisingly receiving the honor from fellow country music stars Miranda Lambert and Reba McEntire a day before the big ceremony. The trio are set to debut their new collaborative single, “Trailblazer,” at the awards…
As Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani approach their tenth anniversary, the country music superstar reflects on their enduring love in a new interview with People. “It honestly does [feel like time is flying by]. It’s like, how did this happen so quickly?” says Shelton, 48. He admits that “10 years is a long time,” but affectionately…
During Lainey Wilson’s recent performance, Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO shared a heartwarming moment as they danced to Wilson’s love ballad “4X4XU,” captured in a TikTok video posted by Bunnie on Wednesday (May 7). Initially hesitant, Bunnie was coaxed onto the stage by Jelly, who pleaded, “Mama, it’s our song! Come dance with me.” The…