During the season finale of American Idol on May 17, a number of Idol alum will return to the show to perform a special rendition of “We Are the World.” Idol judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Katy Perry will perform “We Are the World” with Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Kellie Pickler, Laine Hardy, Gabby…… MORE
Bono’s List of “60 Songs That Saved My Life” Features Johnny Cash’s “Hurt”
In honor of his 60th birthday on May 10, Bono compiled a list of “60 Songs That Saved My Life.” The U2 frontman created the playlist—which is available via Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more—and will release a fan letter via U2.com to accompany each song. Six of the letters were released on May 10. “These…… MORE
Kenny Chesney Ties Garth Brooks With 9th No. 1 Album on the All-Genre Billboard 200 Chart
Kenny Chesney scored his ninth No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard 200 Albums chart with his new record, Here & Now Here and Now moved 233,000 equivalent album units, according to Nielsen Music. Kenny’s nine No. 1s on the Billboard 200 chart tie him with Garth Brooks for most all time among country acts. The…… MORE
Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini & Morgan Evans to Perform on the Opry on May 16
The Grand Ole Opry will tally its 4,924th consecutive Saturday night broadcast on May 16 with a showcase featuring Opry members Keith Urban and Kelsea Ballerini, as well as Morgan Evans. The show will air at 7 p.m. CT on 650 AM WSM and be broadcast live on Circle Television, as well as streamed on…… MORE
Watch Miranda Lambert Dedicate Her “Tonight Show” Performance of “Bluebird” to First Responders & Essential Workers
Miranda Lambert dedicated her Tonight Show performance of “Bluebird” on May 8 to COVID-19 first responders and essential workers. “I want to send this one especially out to the first responders and healthcare workers and grocery people that are keeping us safe and fed,” said Miranda before her at-home video performance. “We’re praying for y’all…… MORE
May 11: Live-Stream Calendar With Chris Knight, Sara Evans, Ross Ellis, Lewis Brice & More
Country stars are trying to do their part to keep us entertained during our self-quarantines (hopefully) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a rundown of what to expect as some of our favorite stars perform live and chat via social media. May 11 (updated throughout the day) Stephanie Quayle: 10 a.m. CT – Facebook Tyler…… MORE
Tim McGraw Releases New Video for “I Called Mama” Featuring Never-Before-Seen Footage of Tim & His Mom [Watch]
Tim McGraw released a lyric video for his brand-new single, “I Called Mama,” on May 8. 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. The new lyric video features never-before-seen footage of Tim and his mom. Tim’s official…… MORE
Keith Urban Announces Release of New Album, “The Speed of Now Part 1” on Sept. 18
Keith Urban revealed that he will release his 11th studio album, The Speed of Now: Part I, on Sept. 18. Keith shared the news in a nifty 3-minute video that posted via YouTube. “In October 2019, this album title came to me,” says Keith. “I liked it because I felt like life was flying by…… MORE
Maren Morris Releases New 4-Song EP, “Live From Chicago”
Maren Morris dropped a new four-song EP, Maren Morris: Live From Chicago, on May 8. The EP was recorded at the inaugural show of Maren’s Girl: The World Tour on March 9, 2019, at the Riviera Theatre in Chicago. The EP features performances of “Girl,” “A Song for Everything,” “Common” and “The Bones.” “Feeling so…… MORE
Dustin Lynch to Host Westwood One’s Memorial Day Weekend Special
With fun-in-the-sun tunes like “Sun Don’t Go Down on That” and “Ridin’ Roads,” it’s no secret Dustin Lynch loves the summertime. To help usher in the unofficial start to the summer season over Memorial Day weekend (May 23–25), Dustin will team with Westwood One to host a four-hour Summer Kickoff special. The four-hour broadcast, which…… MORE
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