Police in Franklin, Tenn., (20 miles south of Nashville) are investigating the assault of Lorenzo Molina Ruiz, a trumpet player for The Mavericks, and his friend, Orlando Morales. The assault occurred in the early morning hours on Oct. 4 at Tony’s Eat & Drink, a bar in Franklin, Tenn. According to Lorenzo, he and Orlando…… MORE
Watch The Highwomen Perform “Crowded Table” on “The Tonight Show”
The Highwomen—Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires, Maren Morris and Natalie Hemby—made a virtual apperance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Oct. 6 to perform their new single, “Crowded Table.” Penned by Natalie, Brandi and Lori McKenna, “Crowded Table” is featured on the foursome’s 2019 self-titled debut album, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard…… MORE
Listen to Carrie Underwood’s Majestic Rendition of “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee”
Carrie Underwood released her first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, on Sept. 25. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. The 11-song album features a combination of beloved traditional favorites, such as “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Silent Night” and “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee,” as well as original…… MORE
Ingrid Andress’ “More Hearts Than Mine” Wins NSAI Song of the Year
The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) announced its Song of the Year as part of its annual Nashville Songwriter Awards. Song of the Year: “More Hearts Than Mine” – Ingrid Andress, Sam Ellis, Derrick Southerland Penned by Ingrid, Sam and Derrick, “More Hearts Than Mine” was the lead single from Ingrid’s 2020 debut album, Lady…… MORE
Actress/Singer Chrissy Metz Releases New Video for “Talking to God” [Watch]
Actress/singer Chrissy Metz released a new video for her single, “Talking to God.” Penned by Nicolette Hayford, Connie Harrington, Jake Mitchell, Ashley McBryde and Aaron Raitiere, “Talking to God” will be featured on Chrissy’s forthcoming debut project. “The song is so special to me,” says Chrissy. “The first time I heard it, I was like,…… MORE
Kenny Chesney, Travis Tritt, Jason Isbell & More Country Stars Remember Rock Legend Eddie Van Halen
Eddie Van Halen, legendary rock guitarist and co-founder of Van Halen, died on Oct. 6 at age 65 after battling throat cancer. “I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,” said Eddie’s son, Wolfgang, via Twitter. “He was…… MORE
Listen to Dolly Parton & Jimmy Fallon Team Up for New Duet, “All I Want for Christmas Is You”
Dolly Parton released her new holiday album, A Holly Dolly Christmas, on Oct. 2. The 12-song collection features several holiday standards, including “Pretty Paper,” “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” “Holly Jolly Christmas” and more, as well as six original tunes that Dolly penned. The album also features duets with Billy Ray Cyrus, Miley Cyrus,…… MORE
Travis Denning, Ingrid Andress, Hardy & More to Perform at CMT Music Awards
CMT announced its second round of performers for the 2020 CMT Music Awards on Oct. 21: Caylee Hammack, Hardy, Ingrid Andress, Mickey Guyton, Riley Green and Travis Denning. Previously announced performers include Ashley McBryde, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan and Maren Morris. The fan-voted CMT Awards hand out annual awards…… MORE
Kane Brown to Join Team Blake Shelton as Advisor on Season 19 of “The Voice”
Season 19 of The Voice will return to NBC on Oct. 19. Blake Shelton—who has served as a coach on every season—will be joined by girlfriend Gwen Stefani, Kelly Clarkson and John Legend in the red chairs when the show returns this fall. Kane Brown will serve as an advisor on Team Blake during Season…… MORE
Gabby Barrett’s “I Hope” Is No. 1 for the 11th Week on Hot Country Songs Chart
Gabby Barrett’s “I Hope” is No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart (streaming, sales and airplay-based) for the 11th week, which is the second-longest run by a solo female artist in the history of the chart. Only Maren Morris’ “The Bones” enjoyed a longer reign with 19 weeks atop the chart. Penned by…… MORE
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