Everybody loves Little Big Town—not just as musicians, but as human beings. There I’ve said it. They are known in the industry as some of the nicest people you’d ever want to meet, so it’s understandable that there would be high demand to catch their recently announced residency at the Ryman—Little Big Town at the…
The Recording Academy just upped its country cred with the announcement that Little Big Town and Sturgill Simpson will perform at the 59th Grammy Awards on Feb. 12. Two-time Grammy winners Little Big Town and Sturgill, who is nominated for Album of the Year and Best Country Album for A Sailor’s Guide to Earth, join…
Controversy can be a double-edged sword in country music. On the one hand, some spirited conversation about a song or album can elevate an artist’s profile, particularly in our present on-demand world. On the other, there’s a real risk of being banished from radio. Here are 10 of country music’s most controversial tunes, in order…
Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood and Little Big Town took home trophies at the People’s Choice Awards last night (Jan. 18). Blake became the first country artist ever to win the People’s Choice Award in the all-genre Favorite Album category, where his 2016 album, If I’m Honest, knocked off Rihanna’s Anti, Ariana Grande’s Dangerous Woman, Beyoncé’s…
Over the weekend, Little Big Town added some “magic” to the most magical place on earth. The fabulous foursome made the day of some Ohio students from Wadsworth High School when they made a surprise appearance at the Disney Performing Arts workshop at Saratoga Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., to share some inspiring…
Congratulations are going out to Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman and her husband Stephen, who welcomed a new addition to the family — a new daughter Dolly Grace. Just this morning (Jan. 12), Kimberly broke the surprise news on her twitter page with a photo of her new bundle of joy. “The New Year brought…
Before the kickoff to the 2017 College Football National Championship game last night (Jan. 9) in Tampa, Fla., Little Big Town had the honor of performing the national anthem. The country music quartet performed a beautiful a cappella anthem in front of more than 74,000 people in attendance and the millions watching at home. Check…
Congratulations are in order for Little Big Town’s Karen Fairchild and Jimi Westbrook who have added a new member to the Westbrook family. The couple and their son, Elijah, added a brand-new puppy, Honey Westbrook, to their crew. Honey, who looks to be a golden doodle, was introduced by Karen on her Twitter page (@KarenFairchild)…
Little Big Town—Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet—found themselves in a precarious situation as the visited Jimmy Fallon last night (Nov. 14) on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The band was there to perform their new song, “Better Man,” but as most guests learn upon arrival, they are lured into some…
Some of country’s biggest stars kept the party rolling last night (Nov. 2) after the CMA Awards by taking part in Jimmy Kimmel Live’s Mean Tweets. Trace Adkins, Bonnie Raitt, Randy Houser, Cassadee Pope, Dan + Shay, Cole Swindell, Jana Kramer, Granger Smith, Miranda Lambert, Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen, Little Big Town, Brett Eldredge,…
On Friday (April 18), Maren Morris released her latest single, “Bed No Breakfast,” from her upcoming album Dreamsicle, which is due out May 9 via Columbia Records. The new song is also accompanied by a music video, joining the previously released single, “Carry Me Through.” “Bed No Breakfast” was co-written by Morris alongside Delacey, John…
On Wednesday (April 16), Post Malone’s ex-fiancée, Hee Sung “Jamie” Park, filed for custody of their two-year-old daughter in Los Angeles Superior Court. In the filing, Park is seeking primary physical custody of the girl, referred to as DDP, along with joint legal custody, while granting Malone visitation rights. Park has reportedly been the sole…
The Academy of Country Music has just announced the details of the ‘Play Something Country’ 60th Anniversary Gala, which will honor Brooks & Dunn. The event is set to take place on May 7 at the Omni PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas, and will feature performances by Eric Church, Cody Johnson, Megan Moroney, Keith Urban,…
Morgan Wallen claims his 17th career No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with “I’m the Problem,” as the title track to his forthcoming album climbs one place to reach the top spot this week. “I’m the Problem” reached No. 1 in just 11 weeks, becoming the third track from Wallen’s upcoming record to rule…
On Friday (April 18), Lana Del Rey released a new ballad, “Bluebird,” and the singer shared an Instagram video where she revealed the song’s origins in a heartfelt story. Lana describes witnessing a little bird flying into her window as she was preparing to take a walk with an old boyfriend. “I was shocked, and…