Mark Wills’ musical dream came true on Jan. 11 when he was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. The singer was asked to join the esteemed organization by Vince Gill on Dec. 21. “I think that the induction was a complete, 100 percent shock, so I was actually kind of proud of myself that I…… MORE
Trisha Yearwood Says She Went With Her Instincts When Recording Sinatra Tribute Album With 55-Piece Orchestra
On Dec. 20, Trisha Yearwood released her first full-length studio album in more than 10 years with Let’s Be Frank, a collection of tune made famous by Frank Sinatra. Trisha recorded 11 Sinatra’s tracks live with a 55 piece orchestra at the iconic Capitol Records building in Hollywood using Sinatra’s microphone and sitting on the…… MORE
Watch Tim McGraw’s Nostalgic New Video for “Thought About You”
Tim McGraw released a new lyric video for “Thought About You,” a tune he dropped in October with his current single, “Neon Church.” The nostalgic new video, which was directed by JP Robinson, highlights the song’s theme of love and friendship through a series of photographs. “The cool thing about ‘Thought About You’ is that…… MORE
Watch Dierks Bentley’s Majestic Ice Skating Promo in Support of Burning Man Tour
Dierks Bentley dropped country music’s coolest tour promo. In support of his upcoming Burning Man Tour, which kicks off on Jan. 17, Dierks hit the ice—in skates, feathers and lace—for a majestic skating routine that features tourmates Jon Pardi and Tenille Townes. The promo has already gotten the attention of Olympic medalist Adam Rippon, who…… MORE
Dan + Shay Release Acoustic Versions of “Speechless” & “Tequila” [Listen]
Dan + Shay released acoustic versions of their two most recent No. 1 hits, “Speechless” and “Tequila,” at midnight on Jan. 10. The tunes are available across all major music service providers. “Speechless” is currently No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart for the fourth consecutive week. Penned by Dan Smyers, Shay Mooney, Jordan…… MORE
Tracy Byrd Hits the Road in 2019 for More Than 45 Dates
After taking a few years off from touring outside of Texas, Tracy Byrd will hit the road for more than 45 dates in 2019. In addition, Tracy will team up with fellow Texan, Mark Chesnutt, for select dates billed as The Beaumont Boys. “I am really enjoying getting back out on the road,” says Tracy.…… MORE
Keith Urban Covers Marshmello’s No. 1 Dance Hit, “Happier” [Listen]
Keith Urban recently stopped by Nashville’s Sound Stage Studios to record two songs for Spotify Singles, an ongoing series that beckons artists to record original tracks as well as unexpected covers of songs that have inspired them from a wide range of genres. In addition to recording his current single, “Never Comin’ Down,” Keith put…… MORE
Randy Houser Talks Inspiration Behind New Album “Magnolia,” Making Music for 10 Years, His Love of Songwriting & More
Jim Casey talks with Randy Houser about: releasing his debut album 10 years ago making a living doing what he loves the catalyst for his new album, Magnolia, which drops on Jan. 11 hitting the reset button and simplifying things on the new album co-writing all 12 tracks on the new album with a bevy…… MORE
Cassadee Pope to Drop Sophomore Album, “Stages,” on Feb. 1
Cassadee Pope will drop her sophomore album, Stages, on Feb. 1. The 11-song collection, which was produced by Corey Crowder, features Cassadee’s two most recent singles, “Take You Home” and “One More Red Light.” The new album follows Cassadee’s 2013 debut album, Frame By Frame. “For the first time in my life, I’m confident in…… MORE
Florida Georgia Line Announces 36-Date “Can’t Say I Ain’t Country Tour” With Dan + Shay, Morgan Wallen & More
Florida Georgia Line will embark on a 36-city Can’t Say I Ain’t Country Tour this summer. The tour takes its moniker from the duo’s upcoming fourth studio album, which is slated to drop on Feb. 15. Kicking off on June 12 in Rogers, Ark., the tour will make additional stops in Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, Atlanta,…… MORE
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