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Nashville notes: Fresh tunes from Ryan Griffin, Kat Luna + Caitlyn Smith

Nashville notes: Fresh tunes from Ryan Griffin, Kat Luna + Caitlyn Smith

"Salt, Lime & Tequila" singer Ryan Griffin has dropped "Just Like You Said," his first new song since 2023's Phases EP. "Ain’t turning back this time," Ryan says of his… Source ... Continue Reading
Nate Smith strikes ‘California Gold’ with album #2

Nate Smith strikes ‘California Gold’ with album #2

Nate Smith has released his sophomore album, California Gold, and it's a nod to his home state.Spanning 16 tracks, the project showcases Nate's multigenre versatility and influences, and includes the #1 hit… Source ... Continue Reading
Meet Conner Smith, ‘The Storyteller’

Meet Conner Smith, ‘The Storyteller’

Conner Smith's back in his "natural state as a songwriter" with The Storyteller EP.Out now, the five-song set features the thought-provoking title track, sentimental "Nostalgia" and inspiring "Faith From a Farmer.""I had the title… Source ... Continue Reading
Dolly Parton’s donating $1 million to help Hurricane Helene victims

Dolly Parton’s donating $1 million to help Hurricane Helene victims

Dolly Parton is making a $1 million donation to the Mountain Ways Foundation, a nonprofit providing immediate aid to Hurricane Helene flood victims.Dollywood Parks & Resorts, Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show and… Source ... Continue Reading
All royalties from Eric Church’s “Darkest Hour” to support North Carolina’s flood relief efforts

All royalties from Eric Church’s “Darkest Hour” to support North Carolina’s flood relief efforts

Eric Church's first solo song in three years has arrived at a critical time in his home state.The Granite Falls, North Carolina, native released "Darkest Hour (Helene Edit)" Friday and announced… Source ... Continue Reading
Megan Moroney’s not just ‘Okay’, she’s ‘Fine’

Megan Moroney’s not just ‘Okay’, she’s ‘Fine’

Don't worry about Megan Moroney, she's doing just Fine.That, of course, is what Megan's chronicled in her newly released deluxe album, Am I Okay? (I Am Fine).Expanded to 17 tracks, the collection features its lead single and title… Source ... Continue Reading
‘Tis the season for Little Big Town’s ‘The Christmas Record’

‘Tis the season for Little Big Town’s ‘The Christmas Record’

It's finally here: Little Big Town's long-awaited holiday album, The Christmas Record, has arrived.The 11-track record features new originals and covers of your favorite yuletide classics, including Elvis Presley's "Santa Claus Is Back… Source ... Continue Reading
Tucker Wetmore was feeling blue when he wrote “Wind Up Missin’ You”

Tucker Wetmore was feeling blue when he wrote “Wind Up Missin’ You”

Did you know Tucker Wetmore wrote his debut single, "Wind Up Missin' You," and breakout song "Wine Into Whiskey" in the same week?"I remember writing ['Wind Up Missin' You'] like it was yesterday," Tucker recalls in… Source ... Continue Reading
Garth Brooks responds to lawsuit: “I am not the man they have painted me to be”

Garth Brooks responds to lawsuit: “I am not the man they have painted me to be”

Through his representatives, Garth Brooks has issued a statement responding to a lawsuit filed against him by a woman who accuses him of sexual assault and battery. In the statement,… Source ... Continue Reading
Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault and battery by former makeup artist

Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault and battery by former makeup artist

Garth Brooks has been accused of sexual assault and battery, according to a lawsuit obtained by ABC News.The plaintiff, referred to throughout the court documents as Jane Roe, filed the… Source ... Continue Reading
Nashville notes: Luke Grimes’ Opry debut + Carly’s ‘hummingbird’ vinyl

Nashville notes: Luke Grimes’ Opry debut + Carly’s ‘hummingbird’ vinyl

Country newcomer and Yellowstone actor Luke Grimes will make his Grand Ole Opry debut on Nov. 15. "It's hard to explain what an honor it is to be making my… Source ... Continue Reading
Shaboozey on his rise to stardom: “I’m just a regular guy”

Shaboozey on his rise to stardom: “I’m just a regular guy”

It's no secret that Shaboozey's one 2024's biggest breakout stars, with his debut single, "A Bar Song (Tipsy)," topping the country charts and beyond.But success and celebrity status aside, the Woodbridge, Virginia, native… Source ... Continue Reading
Blake Shelton wishes Gwen Stefani happy birthday: “My favorite girl”

Blake Shelton wishes Gwen Stefani happy birthday: “My favorite girl”

Gwen Stefani got a big birthday shout-out from her husband, Blake Shelton.The "God's Country" singer hopped on social media to wish Gwen a happy birthday, complete with sweet couple photos."HAPPY BIRTHDAY… Source ... Continue Reading
Hailey Whitters channels “lonely disco cowgirl” for Brooks & Dunn collab

Hailey Whitters channels “lonely disco cowgirl” for Brooks & Dunn collab

Hailey Whitters and Brooks & Dunn's collab won't drop until Nov. 15, but the country duo are giving fans a sneak peek on Instagram.Brooks & Dunn recently posted a video of their time… Source ... Continue Reading
Russell Dickerson pranks Sam Hunt in full ‘Locked Up’ mode

Russell Dickerson pranks Sam Hunt in full ‘Locked Up’ mode

Russell Dickerson went out with a criminal bang on his last Locked Up Tour show with Sam Hunt.Inspired by "Cop Car" and the tour name, Russell and his crew dressed up as… Source ... Continue Reading
Luke Bryan shares his ‘Mind’ on ‘American Idol’, Carrie Underwood + new album

Luke Bryan shares his ‘Mind’ on ‘American Idol’, Carrie Underwood + new album

Auditions for American Idol's 23rd season are underway now, and Luke Bryan's giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the process with new judge Carrie Underwood.Appearing on Wednesday's The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,… Source ... Continue Reading
Why Kane Brown had to hold back on releasing his Jelly Roll collab

Why Kane Brown had to hold back on releasing his Jelly Roll collab

A second collab with Marshmello pushed back the release of his Jelly Roll collab, but that's not stopping Kane Brown from unleashing it to the world soon.While an exact release date… Source ... Continue Reading
Nashville notes: Ryan Griffin’s new tune + Jamey Johnson inks a record deal

Nashville notes: Ryan Griffin’s new tune + Jamey Johnson inks a record deal

Kenny Chesney is celebrating the 13th birthday of his dog, Poncho. "Happy 13th Birthday to my best friend Poncho. He loved the stage and feeling the energy of the crowd… Source ... Continue Reading
Darius Rucker’s got new fall sports gear for you

Darius Rucker’s got new fall sports gear for you

Darius Rucker is expanding his sports-themed clothing line with new fall pieces.Dubbed The Darius Rucker Collection by Fanatics, the merchandise line, which started with NFL pieces in 2021, now includes MLB, NHL… Source ... Continue Reading
Here’s how Chris Janson keeps the positive + “Good Vibes” going

Here’s how Chris Janson keeps the positive + “Good Vibes” going

How does Chris Janson stay positive? Well, first, it starts with "making memories."The "Good Vibes" singer recently hopped on Instagram to share with fans how he maintains positivity in his… Source ... Continue Reading