The beginning of July means that 2018 is halfway over, which is the perfect opportunity to reflect on some of the noteworthy achievements from the past six months, including Gold certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Of the more than 40 songs from all genres of music that were released in 2018…
Lisa talks with Jessie James Decker about how she is evolving as a vocalist, growing up in different places as a “military brat,” how grateful she is for her loving husband and children, her “strong, independent” young female fanbase, her new album, Gold, and more. Show Participants Jessie James Decker Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show…
Beautiful. Stunning. Gorgeous. All adjectives one can use when describing Jessie James Decker’s outer beauty, but take a look on the inside and the word that comes to mind is gold. It’s no wonder the “Lights Down Low” singer chose that for the title of her latest EP. Jessie’s excitement over her new collection of…
With Valentine’s Day less than 24 hours away, Jessie James Decker is getting into the romantic spirit of things with a cover of Shania Twain’s sexy hit, “You’re Still the One.” “She is probably my biggest idol in country music,” says Jessie to Nash Country Daily. “I will forever be in love with Shania Twain.…
Recording industry trade organization RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) released its final numbers for 2016, and, as you can imagine, it’s good to be Garth. The reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year released a nine-album bundle set at Target in November, and each album has been certified platinum by RIAA for 1 million certified…
Mobilize Recovery has named Jelly Roll, Melissa Etheridge, and Noah Thompson as co-chairs for their 2025 Campus Surge initiative, which highlights their commitment to addiction recovery awareness and advocacy. The country singers will also be joined for this program by coach Scott Cochran and Sheriff Karl Leonard. Jelly Roll is known for both his music…
Rapper BigXthaPlug’s new collaboration with country singer Bailey Zimmerman, “All the Way,” debuts at No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart this week. The track was released on BigXthaPlug/UnitedMasters, with additional radio promotion provided by Atlantic Records. “All the Way” also claims the top spot on the all-genre Streaming Songs and Digital Song Sales…
During Thomas Rhett’s surprise appearance at Forrest Frank’s sold-out show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Sunday night (April 13), the country star ended up leaving the stage in a wheelchair due to a severe injury. As Frank began performing his hit collaboration with the eight-time ACM Award winner, “Nothing Else,” he asked the crowd, “I…
On Tuesday (April 15), Morgan Wallen and Post Malone announced the release date of their newest collaboration, “I Ain’t Comin’ Back,” which is due out this Friday (April 18). The country superstars are aiming to replicate their chart-topping success of their previous collaboration, “I Had Some Help,” which ruled at No. 1 on the Billboard…
Renowned country music songwriter Larry Bastian passed away on Sunday, April 6, at age 90. Born on September 1, 1934, in Porterville, California, Bastian initially worked as a biologist before pursuing a successful career in music. He made his mark in the 1970s as part of the influential Bakersfield Sound movement, collaborating with musicians like…