Nashville native Conner Smith always dreamed of stepping into the sacred wooden circle at the Grand Ole Opry. In late March, Thomas Rhett granted him his lifelong wish, and on (May 3) Smith revealed that he would be making his Opry debut Saturday, May 28, with a sentimental video. The multi-platinum superstar surprised Smith with……… Continue Reading
Lori McKenna Shares her “Extraordinary” Experience Songwriting with Taylor Swift
Lori McKenna has had a hand in writing some of country music’s biggest hits, including Tim McGraw’s “Humble and Kind,” Carrie Underwood’s “Cry Pretty” and Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush.” But Taylor Swift might be her most famous collaborator. The pair wrote Swift’s hit “I Bet You Think About Me” before Swift played at Gillette……… Continue Reading
Chayce Beckham Shares How his Rock Bottom Led To Winning ‘American Idol’
One year ago this month, Chayce Beckham’s life changed forever. On May 23, 2021, Beckham won “American Idol,” effectively trading in his career as a heavy machinery operator for that of a full-fledged country star. “It’s taken a lot of adjusting,” Beckham said. “To get love and support from people, it’s really a special thing……… Continue Reading
EXCLUSIVE: Jessie James Decker Reveals Her Secret Workout And How Husband Eric Decker Became Her Biggest Cheerleader
Country music star Jessie James Decker proves that a fitness junkie can also be a wine connoisseur. CMT recently caught up with the breakout star in Napa Valley at Live In The Vineyard Goes Country. Following her high-energy set at Charles Krug Winery, the “Should Have Known Better” singer revealed the key to a bikini-ready……… Continue Reading
Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie, Eminem and More to Be Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Dolly Parton is going into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame whether she likes it or not. Although she requested to “respectfully bow out” of consideration for the prestigious honor, Wednesday, it was announced that Parton would join Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran, and Pat Benatar as the Rock Hall’s 2022……… Continue Reading
Laine Hardy Released From Prison And Performed During “American Idol” Reunion
Despite Laine Hardy’s recent arrest in Louisiana, the country artist performed on “American Idol’s” reunion segment last night, May 2. The singer and former contestant Laci Kaye Booth joined forces and kicked off the night with a cover of “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around” by Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty, and the Heartbreakers. The……… Continue Reading
Laine Hardy Released From Custody, Performed Via Pre-Tape on “American Idol” Reunion
Despite Laine Hardy’s recent arrest in Louisiana, the country artist performed on “American Idol’s” reunion segment last night, May 2. The singer and former contestant Laci Kaye Booth joined forces and kicked off the night with a cover of “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around” by Fleetwood Mac’s Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty, and the Heartbreakers. The……… Continue Reading
Tim McGraw Says His Mom Encouraged Him To Move To Nashville After Dropping Out Of College
Before Tim McGraw dedicated his livelihood to music, he had his mind set on becoming a well-respected lawyer. The “Humble And Kind” singer recently (May 2) caught up with Big Machine Label Group to reminisce on a conversation he had with his mother that ultimately changed the trajectory of his career. At just 12-years-old, McGraw……… Continue Reading
Dolly Parton Shares Condolences, Says She and Naomi Judd Were ‘Very Similar’
Dolly Parton waited a few days after Naomi Judd’s death to share her condolences, but they came from the heart when she did. “I was so shocked to hear about Naomi’s passing,” Parton said on Instagram. “Naomi and I were close. We were very similar.” Parton points out that she and Judd were the same……… Continue Reading
Matt Stell Celebrates Women in New Song ‘Man Made’
Matt Stell’s new single “Man Made” isn’t an ode to mamas, but just in time for Mother’s Day, he’s giving them a lot of credit. Written by Brett Sheroky and Ian Christian and produced by Stell and Ash Bowers, “Man Made” includes the lyrics: All us boys wanna grow up and make our mamas proud|……… Continue Reading
