You’d be hard-pressed to find someone on the planet who has had a better week than Chris Stapleton. In addition to celebrating his 40th birthday this week, Chris won two ACM Awards, earned nominations for five Billboard Music Awards and welcomed twin boys into the world. Reba McEntire made the announcement regarding the birth of…… MORE
CMA Fest week will get an unofficial kickoff during the second annual ’80s Dance Party to End Alz, which will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, on June 3 at Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon. This year’s event will feature Brad Paisley, Chris Young, Charles Esten and Lindsay Ell singing—and dancing to—their favorite ’80s songs. Additional artists will be…… MORE
The nominees for the 2018 Billboard Music Awards have been announced. Sam Hunt and Chris Stapleton lead the country contingent with five nominations apiece. Sam earned nominations for Top Country Artist, Top Country Male Artist and Top Country Song, as well as all-genre nominations for Billboard Chart Achievement Award and Top Selling Song (“Body Like…… MORE
Many performers, nominees and winners at the 53rd annual ACM Awards on April 15 got a coveted “ACM Sales Boost,” including Kane Brown, Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Midland, Luke Bryan and more. According to Nielsen Music, songs that were nominated enjoyed a 431 percent surge on April 15 compared to a baseline average on April…… MORE
After a 43-week run, Jordan Davis’ “Singles You Up” reached No.1 on both Billboard’s Country Airplay chart and the Mediabase chart. “From the bottom of my heart, I’m so grateful to the fans, country radio and everyone who helped make ‘Singles You Up’ the number one song in the country,” said Jordan via Twitter. “Thank…… MORE
Darius Rucker announced that his ninth annual Darius & Friends benefit concert will take place on June 4 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The concert, which benefits St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, will lead into Nashville’s CMA Music Festival on June 7–10. “When you see firsthand what this organization can do for families, it’s remarkable,” Darius…… MORE
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit will hit the road this summer for a string of tour dates, including stops in Austin, San Diego, Chicago, Los Angeles and more. Kicking off on July 5 and running through Sept. 28, Jason’s tour will feature a number of openers, including Hiss Golden Messenger, Brandi Carlile, Aaron Lee…… MORE
Marty Stuart’s 17th annual Late Night Jam will once again feature a bevy talented artists this year, including Margo Price, John Prine, Connie Smith, Chris Stapleton, Gary Mule Deer, The Grand Ole Opry Squaredancers and The Wandering Hearts. The concert, which takes place at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on June 6, has become a staple of…… MORE
Miranda Lambert had a big night at the 53rd annual ACM Awards on April 15, taking home three trophies for Female Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year (performer and songwriter for “Tin Man”). Miranda now has 32 ACM awards, topping Brooks & Dunn’s longstanding record of 29 trophies. “I didn’t know that…… MORE
NCD was backstage at the ACM Awards on April 15 to snag photos of many of the night’s big winners, including Miranda Lambert, Lauren Alaina, Jason Aldean, Midland, Old Dominion, Brett Young and more. Check out the photos, courtesy of Arroyo-O’Connor/AFF-USA.com. If the gallery does not display, visit nashcountrydaily.com to see the pics. Miranda Lambert:…… MORE
A new “Air Bud” movie is in the works, and expected to hit theaters next summer. It’s called “Air Bud Returns”. New in Theaters: “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” TV This Weekend: “Happy Gilmore 2” he world lost an ’80s icon yesterday when Hulk Hogan passed away. But did you know that he and Dolly…
75-year-old Stevie Wonder isn’t going anywhere. He says, quote, “For as long as you breathe, for as long as your heart beats, there’s more for you to do . . . as long as you let your mind work, you don’t have to retire.” Riley Green played the York State Fair in Pennsylvania on Sunday…