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Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker have released a new recording of “In the Ghetto.” Reba and Darius, who co-hosted the CMA Awards on Nov. 11, performed the tune during the show as a tribute to Mac Davis, who passed away in September. Mac penned the song, which Elvis Presley scored a Top 5 hit with…
Vince Gill helped welcome attendees back to the Grand Ole Opry on Oct. 3 as part of a showcase that also featured Dierks Bentley, Terri Clark and Lorrie Morgan. During his set, Vince paid tribute to singer/songwriter Mac Davis with a beautiful rendition of “In the Ghetto.” Mac, who passed away on Sept. 28 at…
Singer/songwriter Mac Davis, who died on Sept. 29 at age 78 following complications from heart surgery, will be laid to rest on Oct. 5 during a private family ceremony in Lubbock, Texas. The burial will be closed to the public, but fans and media are welcome to view the motorcade on Mac Davis Blvd. and…
A number of country artists paid tribute to singer/songwriter Mac Davis, 78, who passed away on Sept. 29 after heart surgery. Reba McEntire, Kenny Chesney, Travis Tritt, Jake Owen and more shared their messages of love and remembrance via social media and statements. Travis Tritt via Twitter: “Very sad tonight! I just heard that legendary…
Singer/songwriter Mac Davis died on Sept. 29 at age 78 following heart surgery. The announcement was made by Mac’s long-time manager and friend Jim Morey, who said Mac was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. “Mac Davis has been my client for over 40 years, and more importantly, my best friend,” Morey…
Singer/songwriter Mac Davis, 78, is “critically ill” following heart surgery, according to a statement on his Instagram page on Sept. 28. “We are sorry to report that legendary singer/songwriter Mac Davis is critically ill following heart surgery in Nashville. Your love and prayers will be deeply appreciated at this time. #PrayForMacDavis. Thank you, The Davis…
At the heart of the iconic Grand Ole Opry, one of the symbolic homes of country music, lies a team of dedicated women ensuring its 100-year legacy thrives. Associate producer of talent Gina Keltner, director of archives and content management Emily Frans, associate producer of show development Nicole Judd, and director of artist and industry…
Variety’s Power of Women Nashville cover star Mickey Guyton has defied the odds to become a prominent figure in country music, while inspiring many with her talent and resilience. Despite facing challenges as a female and Black artist in a predominantly white, male industry, Guyton has continued to make her mark with her powerful performances…
Ella Langley and Zach Top, fresh off being presented with ACM’s New Female Artist and New Male Artist of the Year awards, are both set to perform at the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by Reba McEntire. Langley leads all ACM nominees with eight total nods, on the strength of her successful debut album, hungover, and…
In a new interview with Variety for her Power of Women Nashville cover story, Kelsea Ballerini recalled the challenge of establishing her own identity separate from her idol, Taylor Swift, in order to make a mark in the music industry. She recalls an interaction with a record label executive who dismissed her early on by…
Beyoncé launched her Cowboy Carter Tour on Monday night (April 28) with a nearly three-hour performance at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The 35-time Grammy winner looked resplendent in an all-white outfit complete with cowboy hat, boots, and fringed jacket, with backup dancers dressed in similar attire. The 39-song set focused on Beyoncé’s 2024 Album…