With the released of “I Should Probably Go to Bed” on July 31, Dan + Shay shared their first new music since “10,000 Hours” dropped in October 2019. After the COVID-19 pandemic forced the duo to cancel more than 30 dates on their 2020 Arena Tour, Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney decided to use their…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini to Release Stripped-Back Companion Album, “Ballerini” [Listen to “Club”]
After teasing an announcement with a few choice Easter eggs, Kelsea Ballerini revealed she will release a new album, Ballerini, on Sept. 11. The new project is the companion piece to her third studio album, Kelsea, which dropped in March 2020. Ballerini will feature reimagined versions of the 13 songs featured on Kelsea. “Different keys,…… MORE
“The Voice” Returns to NBC on Oct. 19 With Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, Kelly Clarkson & John Legend
Season 19 of The Voice will return to NBC on Oct. 19. Blake Shelton—who has served as a coach on every season—will be joined by girlfriend Gwen Stefani, Kelly Clarkson and John Legend in the red chairs when the show returns this fall. Gwen served as a coach during Seasons 7, 9, 12 and 17.…… MORE
Thomas Rhett & Big Machine Surprise MusiCares With $100,000 Donation for COVID-19 Relief Fund
Thomas Rhett teamed with Reba McEntire, Lady A’s Hillary Scott, Chris Tomlin and Keith Urban to record the bright new tune, “Be A Light,” which was released in March. Thomas Rhett co-penned the song with Josh Miller, Josh Thompson and Matt Dragstrem. TR and the song’s collaborators are donating all proceeds from “Be A Light”…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini Is Dropping Easter Eggs About New Project She’s “Never Been More Proud Of”
Kelsea Ballerini is once again dropping “Easter eggs.” In the lead-up to the release of her 2020 studio album, kelsea, the East Tennessee native often sported a gold “kelsea” necklace in photos/videos on social media. On Sept. 1, Kelsea posted a new video clip on Twitter and Instagram showing off a gold “ballerini” necklace with…… MORE
Miranda Lambert Surpasses Reba McEntire as Most Nominated Female Artist in CMA Awards History
Since dropping her debut album, Kerosene, in March 2005, Miranda Lambert has served as one of the de facto “voices” in country music. With a résumé that includes 34 ACM Awards (most all time), 13 CMA Awards and two Grammy Awards over the last 15 years, Miranda has built herself into one of the most…… MORE
ACM Awards Announce 2nd Round of Performers, Including Eric Church, Luke Bryan, Dan + Shay & More
The Academy of Country Music announced its second round of performers for the 55th ACM Awards: Eric Church, Mickey Guyton, Morgan Wallen, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Florida Georgia Line and Luke Bryan. Previously announced performers include Jimmie Allen, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Old Dominion, Riley Green,…… MORE
Farm Aid 2020 Live Stream to Feature Willie Nelson, Chris Stapleton, Margo Price & More
The 35th anniversary Farm Aid celebration, dubbed Farm Aid 2020 On The Road, will be live streamed on Sept. 26. In addition to performances from Farm Aid founders Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young and board member Dave Matthews, the lineup includes Chris Stapleton, Margo Price, Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Nathaniel Rateliff, Jamey Johnson, Lukas…… MORE
Country Stars React to Their CMA Awards Nominations, Including Maren Morris, Luke Combs, Reba, Dan + Shay & More
After nominations for the 54th CMA Awards were revealed on Sept. 1, many country stars—including Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Dan + Shay, Reba McEntire and more—posted their reactions to the news via social media. Check out some of the responses below, as we continue to update the page. Maren Morris via Twitter: “In the year…… MORE
2020 CMA Awards Nominations: 13 Snubs & Surprises
The nominations for the 54th CMA Awards were announce on Sept. 1, and there were more than a few questionable omissions—as well as surprising inclusions—in the nomination process. Here are 13 Snubs and Surprises—off of the top of my head sans any deep research—from the 54th annual CMA Awards nominations, which recognized artists’ works from…… MORE
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