Jim Casey talks with Kristian Bush about his transition from being a member of a duo—first with Billy Pilgrim and then Sugarland—to being a solo artist, receiving validation for his first solo album, Southern Gravity, from fans and critics, his new song, “Sing Along,” upcoming new album, producing Lindsay Ell’s new EP, Worth the Wait,…
Lindsay Ell is taking fans behind the scenes of her newly released debut EP, Worth the Wait, in a video that has her sharing the story behind each of the six tracks contained on the album. Lindsay kicks off the video talking about “Waiting For You,” the first track on the album and the song…
To celebrate the musical power of women, innovative online music series Skyville Live held a concert last night (March 20) with an all-female ensemble featuring Melissa Etheridge, Cam, Lindsay Ell, Orianthi and Troi Irons. Filmed in front of an intimate studio audience, the show was live-streamed to online viewers on Rated Red’s Facebook page. In…
Rock ’n’ roll’s founding father Chuck Berry passed away on Saturday, March 18, at the age of 90. The pioneering guitarist and singer was responsible for iconic songs such as “Johnnie B. Goode,” “Maybellene,” “Roll Over Beethoven,” “You Never Can Tell” and more. Country stars Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley and more posted remembrances…
You won’t have to wait much longer to hear Lindsay Ell’s debut EP, appropriately titled, Worth the Wait. The singer announced today (March 17) that she will be releasing her new project on Friday, March 24. The new EP enlists the talents of many of Nashville’s hottest songwriters, including Fred Wilhelm, Caitlyn Smith, Heather Morgan,…
The Academy of Country Music revealed today (Feb. 9) the musical lineup and additional fan events for the 5th annual Party for a Cause in Las Vegas, March 30–April 2. The four-day country music smorgasbord culminates with the 52nd annual ACM Awards on April 2 in Las Vegas. The Week Vegas Goes Country will feature…
Kristian Bush is squeezing out every bit of “new” that the “new year” has to offer. In addition to scoring the new musical, Troubadour, a romantic comedy set in Nashville in the 1950s that opens in Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre on Jan. 18, the former Sugarland patriarch is releasing a new single, “Sing Along,” on January…
You’ve heard the saying “All good things must come to an end,” well apparently no one told Brad Paisley. The singer announced today (Dec. 12) that he will be extending his successful Life Amplified Tour into 2017, with dates in the northeastern part of the U.S. and Canada. The extended leg will kick off on…
Kelsea Ballerini, Scotty McCreery, LOCASH, Mickey Guyton, Lauren Alaina and Lindsay Ell are among the country artists that have put their voices together on a new single and music video, “The Human Race.” “The Human Race,” an empowering anthem, is set to premiere Thursday, Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. ET on Radio Disney and Radio…
There was a plethora of collaborations during the 50th annual CMA Awards last night (Nov. 2), but none more energizing than Carrie Underwood’s performance of her current single, “Dirty Laundry,” backed up by some of country’s hottest female newcomers. If you weren’t paying attention, you may not have noticed Carrie’s awesome backup band. But if…
Kelsea Ballerini made a fan’s dream come true when she wore custom bedazzled boots gifted by 23-year-old Dani Krapf during her headlining tour stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 5. Krapf, a longtime fan of Ballerini, sparkled the personalized pair with colorful gemstones inspired by the singer’s past musical eras and song titles. Ballerini surprised…
Post Malone has joined forces with Raising Cane’s to donate $500,000 to Notes for Notes, a Nashville-based charity supporting future musicians. The funds were generated from the sale of limited-edition Post Malone posters at Cane’s locations in Utah and Texas. The donation will benefit youth by providing free access to music instruments, instruction, and recording…
Brad Paisley has been announced as the headliner for the NFL Draft Concert Series on April 26, which will bring an end to the 2025 NFL Draft held in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Paisley will perform at the Draft Theater near historic Lambeau Field, offering fans a free concert following Round 7 of the draft. “There’s…
On Wednesday (April 16), Morgan Wallen announced the track list for his highly-anticipated fourth album, I’m the Problem. The country star revealed that there are a total of 37 songs on his upcoming record, which is due out May 16 via Big Loud / Mercury. The project includes an impressive list of special guest collaborators,…
Jackson Dean, known for his high-energy live performances, will be releasing his new single “Be Your Man” on May 9. The country rocker’s intense stage presence, highlighted by moments of pushing himself to the point of blacking out, has fueled his successful career following his 2022 chart-topping debut single, “Don’t Come Lookin’.” With a distinct…