Embedded from www.youtube.com. In late 2010 Lauren Alaina–then a teenager brimming with dreams of a career in music–auditioned for American Idol. She made it through round after round, impressing the judges–and just as importantly, Idol viewers–with her soaring vocals and charismatic personality. She ultimately placed second in the competition, and went on to earn a……… Continue Reading
CMT Weekly Roundup: Nelly, Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson, and More
CMT’s Weekly Roundup of new hits this week features eagerly-anticipated new material from a group of stars defining the present and future of country music. Click here to take a listen to the following tunes. Embedded from www.youtube.com. Nelly, Breland, and Blanco Brown – High Horse Nelly’s forthcoming Heartland EP of “country-inspired” music is one……… Continue Reading
LISTEN: Kacey Musgraves Previews Two New Songs
While a guest on cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Maya Shankar’s A Slight Change of Plans podcast, Kacey Musgraves sang previews of two songs tentatively titled “Camera Roll” and “If I Was An Angel,” which could be expected to be included in her Greek tragedy–inspired forthcoming album, the followup to her 2018-released, Grammy-winning album Golden Hour. 🚨our……… Continue Reading
Garth Brooks Says Opening His Own Bar Would “Be an Honor”
Garth Brooks has previously noted that he would be open to launching his own bar on Nashville’s Lower Broadway, going so far as to tell reporters last summer that “It’s coming, I would say, probably in the next two years, three years,” and saying, “It’ll be its own place very much like Blake’s is his……… Continue Reading
Reba McEntire Reveals She’s Recovered From COVID-19
“Stay home. Just stay safe. Stay healthy. It’s not fun to get this. I did get it. Rex [Linn] and I got it and it’s not fun. You don’t feel good. We were both vaccinated and we still got it, so stay safe, stay home, and be protected the best you can.” Embedded from www.youtube.com….…… Continue Reading
Florida Georgia Line, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett Help Raise $450K During Charity Concert
On Tuesday, Aug. 3, Florida Georgia Line and friends raised over $450,000 to aid food insecurity in Nashville, via the charity concert Together: Feeding Nashville. The concert marked the inaugural show at new Franklin, Tennessee venue FirstBank Amphitheater. Also on the bill were Lauren Alaina, Breland, Blanco Brown, Russell Dickerson, Maren Morris, Nelly, Thomas Rhett,……… Continue Reading
Thomas Rhett’s Tennessee Home Featured in ‘House Beautiful’
Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren Akins showcased their Nashville, Tennessee home for the August/September 2021 issue of House Beautiful. The images featured in the photo spread include a children’s bedroom (complete with bunk beds), a living room featuring a stone fireplace, and dining areas. The home, designed by the couple’s friend April Tomlin, is filled……… Continue Reading
Tiera Signs Record Deal With The Valory Music Co.
Singer-songwriter Tiera, who was named one of CMT’s Next Women of Country in 2020, has inked a record label deal with Big Machine Label Group imprint The Valory Music Co. The label roster also includes Thomas Rhett, Sheryl Crow, Brantley Gilbert, Justin Moore, Eli Young Band and Aaron Lewis, alongside Tyler Rich, Avenue Beat, Conner……… Continue Reading
Dolly Parton Named to Forbes’ 2021 List of America’s Richest Self-Made Women
Recently, Forbes Magazine’s 2021 list of richest self-made women was released. Of the newcomers added to the list was country icon Dolly Parton, clocking in at $350 million. Regarding the accomplishment, Forbes noted the following: “In a year when most of the music industry slowed down, the country singer and co-owner of amusement park Dollywood……… Continue Reading
WATCH: Ronnie Dunn Sings “Neon Moon” at Bobby Bones’ Wedding
Radio and television personality Bobby Bones just celebrated a recent wedding. His new wife, Caitlin Parker, shared footage of a touching moment from the proceedings where star performer Ronnie Dunn — of Brooks & Dunn fame — sang his 1992-released Billboard Hot Country Songs chart No. 1 single, “Neon Moon.” The song, famously a story……… Continue Reading
