In the wake of fears over Covid-19, the strain of Coronavirus that has medical professionals and governments around the world concerned for the safety and well-being of citizens, many artists and promoters have canceled or rescheduled shows and festivals. Find out which artists and festivals are affected by clicking here.… More
Music News
South By Southwest Music Festival 2020 Canceled Amid Coronavirus Fears
The Austin mayor is so terrified of Coronavirus he has canceled SXSW. The decision comes on the heels of sponsors backing out of the festival, several music festivals in other countries being canceled and major artists canceling tours and appearances. The annual music festival is in it’s 34th year and was scheduled for March 13-22.…… More
Fulfilling Grand Ole Opry Obligations: Who Did, Who Didn’t In 2019
Membership in the Grand Ole Opry is an honor for Country artists but it also comes with an obligation to play 5-10 performances per year on the Opry stage. So who fulfills their Opry obligation and who doesn’t? Click here to find out which artists keep their commitment and who’s a deadbeat.… More
Willie Nelson To Release 70th Studio Album, ‘First Rose Of Spring’
Country music legend Willie Nelson is set to release his 70th studio album in late April. On this album, Nelson left the songwriting to others including Randy Houser, Billy Joe Shaver, Toby Keith and Chris Stapleton, just to name a few. Read more about the album and pre-order your copy here.… More
Marty Stuart, Steve Miller Band To Tour
Their 2019 idea is coming to life. Marty Stuart and his band, The Fabulous Superlatives will hit the road this year with The Steve Miller Band on what they are billing as the ‘Americana Tour’. “Touring with Marty and the Superlatives is inspirational,” says Steve Miller. “This is undoubtedly one of the most talented touring combinations I’ve ever…… More
Luke Combs, Tyler Childers To Be Featured On Austin City Limits
March 24. That’s the date Tyler Childers will tape his first Austin City Limits appearance while Luke Combs is booked on April 27. Although it’s not as big a deal as being a member of The Grand Ole Opry(Combs has that accomplishment on his resume’), being featured on ACL is certainly a distinct honor. Read…… More
Johnny Cash Won Big At Super Bowl LIV
The Kansas City Chiefs won the Lombardi trophy in this year’s Super Bowl, but Johnny Cash is the musical performer who received the largest boost in revenue. Find out why here.… More
Willie Nelson On Marijuana, His ‘Willie’s Reserve’ Brand And Why He’s Stopped Smoking
It was an eye-opening experience. The CMA Awards last month and Willie Nelson struggling to not only sing, but to breathe. The 86-year-old, an outspoken advocate of marijuana smoking, couldn’t ignore his breathing problem any longer. Click here to read about Willie’s decision to stop smoking, his Willie’s Reserve product line and his continued advocacy…… More
Country News
Morgan Wallen Says Upcoming Album Is “Officially Done,” Shares Teaser Of New Song
On Friday (March 14), Morgan Wallen took to Instagram to announce that his highly-anticipated new album, I’m The Problem, is completely finished, while also sharing a teaser of an unreleased new song titled, “Just In Case.” Wallen captioned his post, “Album is officially done. More news for y’all next week, but here’s a clip of…… More
Jelly Roll’s “Liar” Tops Country Airplay Chart For His Career-Best Fifth Week
Jelly Roll’s “Liar” maintains its No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Country Airplay for the fifth consecutive week, marking his longest-leading hit on the chart. Jelly co-wrote the track with Ashley Gorley, Ben Johnson, and Taylor Phillips, and it was produced by Zach Crowell. “Liar” is lifted from his 2024 album, Beautifully Broken, which debuted at…… More
Blake Shelton Announces Upcoming New Album ‘For Recreational Use Only’
Blake Shelton is set to release his new album, For Recreational Use Only, on May 9, his first record for his new label home, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Shelton’s 12-song album features collaborations with his wife, Gwen Stefani, along with John Anderson and Craig Morgan, with contributions from a series of renowned country songwriters. “It’s…… More
Dolly Parton Makes First Public Appearance Since Husband Carl Dean’s Death
Dolly Parton made her first public appearance after her husband Carl Dean’s passing on March 3 at the age of 82. On Friday morning (March 14), the country legend took part in a celebration of Dollywood’s 40th anniversary season. According to the Knoxville, Tennessee news station WVLT, Parton started off the event by thanking guests…… More
Morgan Wallen Becomes First Artist To Have Two Albums Spend 100 Weeks In Top 10 Of Billboard 200 Chart
Morgan Wallen’s One Thing at a Time has just secured its 100th nonconsecutive week in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart. With this achievement, Wallen becomes the only solo artist to have two albums reach that milestone. His previous album, Dangerous: The Double Album, has spent 158 weeks in the Top 10, the…… More
Charley Crockett Releases ‘Lonesome Drifter,’ His Debut Album For Island Records
Charley Crockett takes his music career in a new direction with his current album, Lonesome Drifter, which was released on Friday (March 14). Over the last ten years, Crockett has released 14 albums on his independent label, Son of Davy, partnering with Thirty Tigers for nine of those releases. “The last few years, all the…… More
Jelly Roll Reveals How One Of His Beloved Tattoos Represents ‘Second Chances’
In a new interview with People, Jelly Roll revealed the significant meaning behind the broken chain tattoo on his arm. “It is just about breaking chains in life — anything that is bounding us, any bondage that we have, any addiction, anything we think God can’t get us through,” he shared. “We can break those…… More
Luke Bryan Reveals He Passed On Recording “Sand In My Boots” To Avoid Becoming Country’s “One-Trick Pony”
During a recent appearance on Bobby Bones’ BobbyCast, Luke Bryan revealed that he initially passed on Morgan Wallen’s song, “Sand in My Boots.” The current American Idol judge felt like there was an over-saturation of truck references in his own music at the time, so he turned down the HARDY, Ashley Gorley, and Josh Osborne…… More
