It’s no secret Chris Stapleton holds Waylon Jennings in high esteem. Chris is quick to cite Waylon as one of his seminal influences, and critics are fond of drawing comparisons between the two artists famous for their powerful voices and gritty lyrics. “[Waylon is] in a lot of what I do, whether I am trying…… MORE
Big Day: Luke Bryan Releases New Album, Makes the Media Rounds & Celebrates 11th Wedding Anniversary
Luke Bryan got his wife, Caroline, a big ol’ diamond ring for their 10th wedding anniversary on Dec. 8, 2016. This year, Luke may have to get Caroline the matching necklace. Today (Dec. 8), Luke released his sixth studio album, What Makes You Country—yup, his 11th wedding anniversary. Luke is in New York City making…… MORE
Wade Bowen Talks About His Texas Roots, Early Influences, Touring, Upcoming 2018 Album & More + Performs 2 New Songs
Jim Casey talks with Wade Bowen about: his 2002 debut album, Try Not to Listen his musical upbringing as a kid in Waco, Texas getting serious about music as an 18-year-old discovering his soulful voice starting his first band, West 84, while at Texas Tech earning a Public Relations degree from Texas Tech working at…… MORE
Cheers, Dierks Bentley Is a Good Human . . . and We’ve Got Proof
Dierks Bentley is a good human, as evidenced by the many humanitarian efforts he has been a part of, including Miles & Music for Kids, a motorcycle ride/concert that has raised more than $4 million for charities over the years. In recognition of his philanthropic endeavors, Dierks is being honored by the Country Radio Broadcasters…… MORE
Keith Urban Has Been Working on His Upcoming 10th Studio Album for Almost a Year: “It’s a Real Balancing Act”
Keith Urban gave fans the first taste of his upcoming—and as of yet unannounced—10th studio album when he released his new single, “Female,” in November. While the empowering tune came together at the speed of sound—penned by Nicolle Galyon, Ross Copperman and Shane McAnally on Oct. 10 and recorded by Keith on Oct. 31—Keith normally…… MORE
Touring Is Still What Blake Shelton “Has the Most Fun With in This Business”
Between his gig as a coach on The Voice, releasing new music and making the media rounds, Blake Shelton has carved out some time in 2018 to headline a new tour. Blake will hit the road in February for his Country Music Freaks Tour. Kicking off on Feb. 15 in Tulsa, Okla., Blake will make…… MORE
Country Music Hall of Fame Announces 2018 Exhibits, Including Little Big Town, The Judds, Emmylou Harris & More
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum announced its slate of 2018 exhibitions. The 2018 schedule includes exhibits featuring Little Big Town, Ralph Stanley, the Judds and Emmylou Harris. In addition, American Currents: The Music of 2017 will include artifacts from Brothers Osborne, Kane Brown, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Randy Travis and…… MORE
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman List Nashville-Area Home for $3.45 Million
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have listed their estate in Franklin, Tenn., (20 miles south of Nashville) for $3.45 million. The four-bedroom, four-bathroom, 5,086-square-foot house, which was built in 1987, sits on 35.73 acres and features a gym, guest cottage, barn, garden trails, hilltop building site and more. Keith and Nicole also own a 12,000-square-foot…… MORE
Morgan Wallen: Up Down Tour
Moran Wallen will hit the road for his headlining Up Down Tour on Feb. 2 in Indianapolis. Morgan will make more than 20 stops during the coast-to-coast trek, including performances in Myrtle Beach, Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas and more. “I can’t wait to get on the road and play some new music for…… MORE
Walker Hayes: Good as Gold Tour
Walker Hayes will launch his 13-city Good as Gold Tour on Feb. 1 in Uncasville, Conn. Walker will makes stops in Boston, Chicago, Indianapolis, Detroit and more before capping the tour on April 27 in San Martin, Calif. “I am so humbled by folks wanting to see this live that we can do this,” said…… MORE
