As the sixth and final season of Nashville comes to a close on July 26, research organization the Beacon Center has released a report on the “ineffectiveness of film incentives in Tennessee,” citing that Nashville cost Tennessee taxpayers more than $45 million. According to its profile, “The Beacon Center is an independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan…… MORE
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced that Reba McEntire will be one of the four honorees at the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors. Reba will follow in the hallowed footsteps of past Kennedy honorees Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn and more. “The Kennedy Center Honors recognizes exceptional artists who…… MORE
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Kacey Musgraves stopped by The Late Late Show With James Corden in May to promote her recently released album, Golden Hour. In addition to performing new tune, “Velvet Elvis,” Kacey treated fans at Stage 56 to a rendition of the album’s title track, which was broadcast on July 24. Kacey’s new 13-song offering follows her…… MORE
The Music City Walk of Fame announced its 2018 inductees: Ben Folds, Brenda Lee, Jeannie Seely and Ray Stevens. Following in the footprints of stars Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Randy Travis and more, Ben, Brenda, Jeannie and Ray will inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Aug. 21 at 11:30 a.m…… MORE
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After lead single “Tequila” recently spent two weeks at the top of the Billboard Country Airplay chart, Dan + Shay have announced that “Speechless” will be the follow-up single from their 2018 self-titled album. Penned by Dan Smyers, Shay Mooney, Jordan Reynolds and Laura Veltz, the song was inspired by Dan’s marriage to Abby Law…… MORE
The Judds will be the subject of an 11-month exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum. Opening on Aug. 10 and running through July 14, 2019, The Judds: Dream Chasers will explore the lives and careers of the Grammy-winning mother-daughter duo. Wynonna and Naomi Judd dominated the country charts during the 1980s…… MORE
Jim Casey talks with Jordan Davis about: the success of his No. 1 debut single, “Singles You Up” having a hand in writing every track on his debut album, Home State releasing his new single, “Take It From Me” co-writing “Take It From Me” with Jason Gantt and his brother, Jacob getting support from his…… MORE
Cam will hit the road this fall for her biggest headlining tour to date. Dubbed the Road to Happiness Tour, the 16-date trek will kick off in Nashville on Sept. 26 and make stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Denver and more. Lucie Silvas will serve as the opener. Cam, who is currently on the road…… MORE
Cole Swindell, Dustin Lynch and Lauren Alaina will team up for The Reason to Drink . . . Another Tour this fall and winter. The 25-date tour will launch on Oct. 4 in Tuscaloosa, Ala., and make stops in San Jose, Phoenix, New Orleans and more. “Being in a place in your career to go…… MORE
Three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean returned to his home state of Georgia on July 21 for a sold-out show at the Atlanta Braves’ new SunTrust Park Stadium. With direct support from Luke Combs and Lauren Alaina, as well as a reunited Hootie & the Blowfish, Jason treated the 37,935 fans to a…… MORE
