Country music hitmaker T.J. Osborne came out of the closet in early February of last year. Since becoming the first openly-gay country artist signed to a major label, Osborne has used his platform to advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and to express himself. The Grammy Award-winner recently caught up with Proud Radio with Hunter Kelly……… Continue Reading
BlackHawk Releases New Album With Van Stephenson Who Died Two Decades Ago
When BlackHawk member Van Stephenson died of cancer in 2001, bandmates Henry Paul and Dave Robbins promised to keep the band going after Stephenson’s passing. And they kept their word – even managing to incorporate Stephenson on the new album, “Blue Highway,” released more than two decades after his death. “It was a way to……… Continue Reading
Taylor Swift, Maren Morris, Breland and More Weigh in On Roe V. Wade Decision
A shock wave rippled through the nation on Friday when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday, which returned the power to determine abortion laws to individual state legislatures. The ruling is expected to impact half of the United States. President Biden called it “a sad day for the country.” Over the last……… Continue Reading
Pics: Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman Celebrate Wedding Anniversary
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman celebrated a loved-up milestone over the weekend – their 16th wedding anniversary. The pair were married June 25, 2006, a Sunday night, in a candlelit wedding ceremony at Sydney, Australia’s Cardinal Cerretti Memorial Chapel on St. Patrick’s Estate at Manly. The guest list included included Russell Crowe, Hugh Jackman, Naomi……… Continue Reading
CMT Premiere: Curt Chambers Debuts “Say My Name,” A Tribute Track To His Mother
Like many individuals, Grammy Award winner Curt Chambers wants to make his parents proud. The genre-bending musician, known for his impressive fusions of country, rock, gospel, and hip hop – released “Say My Name,” a tribute track dedicated to his mother, Sharon. The Philadelphia native penned the vulnerable single alongside multi-platinum artist Chris Young and……… Continue Reading
CMT Premiere: Madison Kozak Debuts “One Girl To Another,” A Thank You To The Girl Who Came Before Her
Madison Kozak’s new song “One Girl To Another” is a balm for a jealous heart as she sings about appreciating her boyfriend’s ex for breaking his heart and helping him become the man he is today. Written by Kozak, Pete Good, AJ Babcock, and Brandon Ratcliff, song lyrics include: From one girl to another| Girl,……… Continue Reading
Zac Brown Band, Cole Swindell and More Host Private Parties for Fans in Nashville
Artists including Zac Brown Band, Cole Swindell, Ingrid Andress and Morgan Evans recently joined their record label Warner Music Nashville to take over Nightscape in Nashville. The effort brought fans various unique one-on-one opportunities catered to each artist’s music. The events included meet and greets, listening sessions, and more in a space that each singer……… Continue Reading
Maren Morris Reveals Her Pre-Show Rituals On Humble Quest Tour
Country music powerhouse Maren Morris has verified that there’s never a dull moment on her nationwide Humble Quest Tour. The multi-city trek is officially in full swing, and the “Circles Around This Town” singer has solidified her daily routine. Morris recently (June 23) shared a video to TikTok displaying her pre-show rituals, and several of……… Continue Reading
Carly Pearce Talks Unexpected Encounter With Kenny Chesney’s Mom
Kenny Chesney would be the first person to attest that mothers really do know best. The chart-topping musician’s mother swung by her son’s stadium show in Charlotte, North Carolina, in early April and came with one request – to see a duet with Carly Pearce. The ACM Female Vocalist of the Year recently ( June……… Continue Reading
5 Pride Moments That Will Go Down In Country Music History
The country music genre has experienced a positive shift in the last few years, and has become a safer space for the LGBTQ+ community. Notable names within the country landscape such as Chely Wright, Ty Herndon, Brooke Eden, T. J. Osborne, CMT’s very own Cody Alan, and more have used their voices to advocate for……… Continue Reading
