ABC AudioCarrie Underwood was in tears Friday afternoon at Country Radio Seminar as she received a Platinum album for her most recent release Cry Pretty, which she co-produced.
"This means a lot, 'cause I feel like this is the project that I've done, and the album that I've done, that is the most 'me,'" Carrie said through sobs, as two executives from her record label gave her the giant plaque.
"And the fact that you guys were there supporting the whole way and didn't laugh at me when I said I wanted to produce, and were equally as excited about these songs as I ... Continue Reading »
Sara HertelLeAnn Rimes donned Western wear and headed to a saloon-themed Gruene, Texas photo studio for the latest installment of her LovE Sessions. The singer’s newest cover performance taps pop singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved.”
The breakup ballad’s subject matter may tug on the heartstrings, but LeAnn says she was equally inspired by Lewis’ goofball sense of humor.
“It’s such a beautiful song! Definitely one of my favorites that’s come out in the last few years,” LeAnn says of “Someone You Loved.” “I adore Lewis Capaldi’s voice, but I adore his wacky sense of humor just as much. So, in honor of not ... Continue Reading »
Round Here RecordsRaeLynn’s bold new release, “Keep Up,” is an attitude-packed anthem for country girls who know how to work, play and party every bit as hard as their male counterparts. The singer also dropped a music video to match, which encapsulates the same high-energy fun.
“I want women to take away from ‘Keep Up’ that they can be just as rowdy as the guys can!” the singer explained to ET Online. “This is the country girl anthem that we need. From the moment I wrote ‘Keep Up,’ I had a vision for a fun video that incorporates my personality and all ... Continue Reading »
Legacy RecordingsCountry legend Willie Nelson will drop the 70th solo studio album of his career, First Rose of Spring, on April 24. The new release comes right before the singer’s 87th birthday on April 29.
In addition to a variety of original material, Willie will tip his hat to a series of other iconic artists in the track list of his new project. The record includes a rendition of Toby Keith’s “Don’t Let the Old Man In,” Billy Joe Shaver’s “We Are the Cowboys” and Pete Graves’ “Just Bummin’ Around,” a tune that’s also been recorded by the likes of Dean Martin and Jimmy Dean.
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Warner Music NashvilleTucker Beathard returns with an emotional new power ballad that’s all about the pain of still caring about someone who no longer cares for you.
Called “You Would Think,” the song describes a breakup that ends on one-sided terms -- but Tucker says that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s about a romantic relationship.
“We all had different impressions of it while we were writing it,” he tells American Songwriter. “I was under the impression that it was talking about a kid and his relationship to his father. We kept it open to interpretation and we didn’t specify what we were talking about.”
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Rick DiamondThe King of Country Music has a new stadium show on the books: George Strait will headline the University of Notre Dame’s stadium in South Bend, Indiana on August 15. It’s an unbeatable lineup for country fans, with Brothers Osborne and Chris Stapleton set to open for the legendary performer.
The newly announced show is one of a handful George is planning for August of 2020. He recently shared plans for a stadium show in Minneapolis; Chris is also serving as direct support for that show, along with Little Big Town. After that, at the end of the month, George will head to Las Vegas for two ... Continue Reading »
Diego PerníaThey may still be in the middle of their 2020 The Owl Tour, but the Zac Brown Band is already expanding on their upcoming summer plans. The group revealed five new tour stops on their 2020 Roar with the Lions run, as well as an exciting new pair of openers.
Longstanding live favorites Old Crow Medicine Show will join the trek for two newly announced shows in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and Noblesville, Indiana on September 10 and 11, respectively.
Following that, ZBB have tacked three California dates onto the end of their tour, on October 23, 24 and 25. Rising country hitmaker Riley Green will join them ... Continue Reading »
Warner Music Nashville After teasing new music for several weeks and even sharing the title of his next single, Kenny Chesney’s next tune is finally available for us to hear.
“Here and Now” is the name of the song, which serves as an uptempo reminder of the importance of staying present in the moment.
Kenny and his co-writers, including “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” duet partner David Lee Murphy, wrote the song "Here and Now" while sharing cold drinks, soaking up the sun and telling stories about life.
“This song kind of blew my mind,” Kenny says. “The chorus is everything I feel about that time ... Continue Reading »
Comstock/ThinkstockOn this day in 1958, one particularly rough-and-tumble country legend was transferred to San Quentin Prison after a failed attempt to break out of Bakersfield Jail. Do you remember who it was? ANSWER: Merle Haggard.
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Burke/Triolo Productions/ThinkstockAmericana legend John Prine announced that he’ll be taking a break from touring in order to recover from a hip injury. A post on the singer’s Instagram explained why John’s taking some time off the road, adding that he’ll be back in time for Merle Fest in late April.
Eric Church, Shooter Jennings and more are featured in a new documentary, Chasing Whiskey -- the Untold Story of Jack Daniels. The new film is a deep dive into the history and making of Jack Daniels whiskey. The documentary will be available in select cinemas for one night only on May 11.
Kree Harrison’s new single, “Make it Easy,” ... Continue Reading »