Jason Aldean Named ACM Artist of the Decade

The Academy of Country Music revealed that Jason Aldean will receive the ACM Artist of the Decade Award at the upcoming 54th ACM Awards on April 7. Jason, who is a three-time—and reigning—ACM Entertainer of the Year and 13-time ACM Award winner, joins five past winners of the prestigious Artist of the Decade Award: Marty…MORE

John Anderson Comes Out Swingin’ With New 40-Song Album

John Anderson is celebrating his four-decade career with a new 40-song album, 40 Years and Still Swingin’. The new two-disc album features both new tunes and fresh takes on many of his No. 1 hits, including “Swingin’,” “Black Sheep,” “Wild and Blue,” “Straight Tequila Night” and “Money in the Bank.” “This year has started out…MORE

MARCH 7, 2019

Did you know that mixing Coca-Cola and MILK was a thing? A fairly big thing, apparently. The hashtag The TV show “Laverne & Shirley” had a running gag in the ’70s about how Laverne’s favorite drink was milk-and-Pepsi . . . because it was actress Penny Marshall’s favorite drink in real life.  Well, “Milk Coke”…MORE

Lindsay Ell Documents Health Scare & Surgery in New “PSA” Video

“Go book a doctor’s appointed.” That’s the advice Lindsday Ell shares in her recent What the Ell? vlog that chronicles her surgery to have pre-cancerous cells removed on Feb. 28. The abnormality was diagnosed during a routine doctor’s checkup a couple of weeks ago. Lindsay’s vlog serves as an unofficial PSA to go get a…MORE

MARCH 6, 2019

A young couple at an Atlanta Braves spring training game wanted an autograph from CHARLIE CULBERSON. But they didn’t have anything for him to sign . . . so they asked him to sign their FIVE-MONTH-OLD BABY. Now, he didn’t sign the actual baby . . . like its naked skin . . . he…MORE

Justin Moore Readies Most Traditional-Sounding Album to Date, “Late Nights & Longnecks”

Justin Moore revealed he will release his upcoming fifth studio album, Late Night and Longnecks, on April 26. Justin co-wrote every track on the 10-song offering, which also features songwriters Casey Beathard, David Lee Murphy, Paul DiGiovanni, Rhett Akins, Jeremy Stover and more. With backing from guitar virtuoso Brent Mason and pedal steel icon Paul…MORE

Kelsea Ballerini Says Top 20 Single “Miss Me More” Has an Important Message for Women: “You’re Always Worth Standing Up For”

Kelsea Ballerini has another Top 20 hit on her hands with her current single, “Miss Me More,” which is No. 17 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart after 19 weeks. “Miss Me More” was penned by Kelsea, David Hodges and Brett McLaughlin at a time when Kelsea says she was rediscovering herself after a bad breakup. The…MORE

Chris Janson’s New “Good Vibes” Video Is an Uplifting Family Affair [Watch]

Chris Janson released a family-friendly video—starring his wife and children—for his new single, “Good Vibes.” The video for the uplifting tune, which was directed by Michael Monaco, also features non-actors—like police officers and a military member—sharing positive experiences with others. Penned by Chris, Ashley Gorley and Zach Crowel, “Good Vibes” is the lead single from…MORE

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THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2025

George Strait has won the most solo male artist ACM awards ever.  But did you know he has the most Entertainer of the Year LOSSES, too? In 39 years, he’s been nominated for Entertainer of the Year 14 times . . . and only won TWICE. So, the moral of the story is:  Don’t hold…

TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025

Country music is known for its storytelling, and honest depictions of everyday people.   Which is why it’s funny, that so many country stars have used STAGE NAMES this whole time. Here are some country artists, and their real names, that might surprise you: 1.  Garth Brooks’ full name is Troyal Garth Brooks. 2.  Hank Williams’…