Keith Urban is getting a lot of “windshield time” right now. The “Coming Home” singer is in the midst of his 58-city Graffiti U Tour—which kicked off in June and continues through Nov. 3—with upcoming stops scheduled for Chicago, Philadelphia, Vancouver, New Orleans, Dallas and more. As Keith crisscrosses the U.S. and Canada on the…… MORE
Watch Brandi Carlile Perform “The Joke” With 13-Year-Old Benicio Bryant on “Late Night”
Americana stalwart Brandi Carlile took her talents to NYC on July 20 to perform “The Joke” on Late Night With Seth Meyers. Brandi’s performance featured special guest Benicio Bryant, a 13-year-old singer from Washington state who recently made it to the finals of The Voice Kids in Germany. “Benicio understands this song on a level…… MORE
Lauren Alaina Announces Engagement to Alex Hopkins
Lauren Alaina announced her engagement to longtime boyfriend Alex Hopkins on July 21. Lauren, who posted a pic on her Instagram page that shows off the new rock as she kisses her beau, captioned the photo: “Being yours forever has a nice “RING” to it. #HoppilyEverHopkins @_alex_hopkins WE ARE ENGAGED. EEEK. 💍❤️” Lauren, 23, and…… MORE
Watch Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Team With Michelle Obama for New “When We All Vote” PSA
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are part of a new PSA for When We All Vote, a new national, nonpartisan not-for-profit that endeavors to bring together citizens, institutions and organizations to spark a conversation about our rights and responsibilities in shaping our democracy. Tim and Faith join When We All Vote co-chairs Michelle Obama, Tom…… MORE
“Women Want to Hear Women With Elaina Smith” Featuring Shawna Thompson of Thompson Square
Not all female voices in country music come from solo artists. Little Big Town’s four-pronged power comes in equal measures from both Karen Fairchild and Kimberly Schlapman as well as Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet. Lady Antebellum soars with the combination of Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood. Maddie Marlow and Tae Dye of…… MORE
Jason Aldean Announces 3rd Annual “Concert for the Kids” on Sept. 6 to Benefit Hometown Hospital
Macon, Ga., native Jason Aldean will return to his hometown on Sept. 6 to headline his third annual Concert for the Kids. Jason, with the support of opener Lauren Alaina, will perform at the Macon Coliseum to benefit the city’s new Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital. Over the past two events, Jason has helped raise…… MORE
Watch Miranda Lambert’s Illuminating Performances on “Seth Meyers”
In between stops on her co-headlining Bandwagon Tour with Little Big Town, Miranda stopped by Late Night With Seth Meyers on July 18 for a double dose of fun. Miranda performed two illuminating cuts from her award-winning 2016 album, The Weight of These Wings. After leading off with “Pink Sunglasses,” Miranda returned to the stage…… MORE
Only One Country Artist Featured in Pollstar’s Top 10 Biggest Tours of 2018
Only one country star is featured in Pollstar’s Top 10 Tours of 2018. Thy name is Kenny . . . Kenny Chesney, who clocked in at No. 8. The list is based on how much money each tour has grossed from Jan. 1 to June 30, 2018, regardless of the number shows performed or ticket…… MORE
Tegan Marie Announces Summer Tour Dates
Tegan Marie will embark on her first major tour this summer. The 14-year-old will make eight appearances in support of her new single, “I Know How to Make a Boy Cry.” July 24 – Grand Junction, CO – Mesa County Fairgrounds July 31 – Broken Bow, NE – Custer County Fairgrounds Aug. 4 – Marion,…… MORE
Josh Abbott Serenades Wife Taylor With Heartfelt Wedding Song, “Taylor Made for Me”
Josh Abbott, frontman of the Josh Abbott Band, and Taylor Parnell tied the knot in front of 250 family and friends in Brazos Hall in Austin, Texas, on July 8. After the wedding ceremony, Josh serenaded his new bride with a song he penned just for her: “Taylor Made for Me.” “I wanted to write…… MORE
