Tim McGraw performed his new single, “I Called Mama,” on Late Night With Seth Meyers on June 3. Penned by Lance Miller, Marv Green and Jimmy Yeary, “I Called Mama” is about the special connection mothers share with their children, especially when times are tough. “My mom worked hard,” said Tim, when the song was released…… MORE
Jamie O’Neal Plans Upcoming Album With New Single, “The World Goes On” [Listen]
Jamie O’Neal is planning to release a new album, Now and Then, this fall. The upcoming album will feature six news songs, as well as new versions of songs from Jamie’s past catalog, including “There Is No Arizona” and “Somebody’s Hero.” Jamie topped the charts with back-to-back No. 1 hits “There Is No Arizona” and…… MORE
Watch Kelsea Ballerini Cover “You’ve Got a Friend” on “CMT Celebrates Our Heroes”
Kelsea Ballerini covered the timeless classic, “You’ve Got a Friend,” on CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special on June 3. The two-hour special featured tributes and performances as a number of stars perform from their own homes. The show highlighted stories of unsung heroes who have done exceptional things for their…… MORE
Kip Moore Says New Album “Wild World” Is “Rowdy, Like an Old Analog Record”
Kip Moore released his fourth studio album, Wild World, on May 29. The 13-song offering features 12 songs that Kip co-wrote, including lead singe, “She’s Mine,” which is currently No. 26 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart after 38 weeks. In addition, Kip co-produced the album with David Garcia, Luke Dick and Blair Daly on select…… MORE
Carrie Underwood Is Planning to Release a Holiday Album Later This Year
Carrie Underwood is planning to release a Christmas album later this year. Carrie shared the news during a virtual fan club party on June 3. Over the years, Carrie has released a number of holiday tracks, including “Do You Hear What I Hear,” “O Holy Night,” “The First Noel” and more, however, the upcoming record…… MORE
Watch Miranda Lambert Perform “Bluebird” on “CMT Celebrates Our Heroes”
Miranda Lambert performed her current single, “Bluebird,” on CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special on June 3. The two-hour special featured tributes and performances as a number of stars perform from their own homes. The show highlighted stories of unsung heroes who have done exceptional things for their communities during the…… MORE
Kane Brown Releases Uplifting New Song, “Worldwide Beautiful,” to Benefit America’s Youth [Listen]
Kane Brown released an uplifting new song, “Worldwide Beautiful,” at midnight on June 4. Proceeds from the new song benefit the Boys and Girls Club of America to advocate for justice and equality for America’s youth. “I’m releasing this song early that I’ve been holding onto for a year,” said Kane, in part, via Instagram.…… MORE
Watch Darius Rucker Cover Randy Travis’ “Forever and Ever, Amen” on “CMT Celebrates Our Heroes”
Darius Rucker performed a cover of Randy Travis’ “Forever and Ever, Amen” on CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special on June 3. Penned by Paul Overstreet and Don Schlitz, “Forever and Ever, Amen” is featured on Randy’s 1987 sophomore album, Always & Forever. Randy scored a No. 1 single with tune…… MORE
Watch Thomas Rhett Perform “Be a Light” on “CMT Celebrates Our Heroes”
Thomas Rhett performed his new single, “Be a Light,” on CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special on June 3. Thomas Rhett co-penned the song with Josh Miller, Josh Thompson and Matt Dragstrem. TR and the song’s collaborators have been donating all proceeds from “Be a Light” to the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief…… MORE
Mickey Guyton Soars on Powerful New Ballad, “Black Like Me” [Listen]
Mickey Guyton released a powerful new ballad, “Black Like Me,” at midnight on June 2. Co-penned by Mickey, Nathan Chapman, Emma Davidson-Dillon and Fraser Churchill, “Black Like Me” addresses racial inequality in America—delivered with soaring vocals from one of the few minority artists in the country genre. “It’s Here!!!!” says Mickey, in part, via Instagram.…… MORE
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