Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay surprised their fans on Oct. 21 by announcing a new Spring Tour. The 19-date tour kicks off on Feb. 28 in New Orleans and makes additional stops in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Chicago, Seattle and more. Morgan Evans will serve as the opener during the first nine shows,…… MORE
“Women Want to Hear Women With Elaina” Featuring Delta Rae
A few weeks ago I mentioned that I really wanted to start involving more men into the Women Want to Hear Women conversation, because the only way to change the conversation is by working together. I thought the perfect guests would be the men and women of Delta Rae. The group, composed of two women…… MORE
Watch the Wedding Fireworks in Kane Brown’s New Video for “Good as You”
Kane Brown is giving fans a glimpse into his recent wedding in a new video for “Good as You,” a tune from his upcoming album, Experiment, which drops on Nov. 9. The video for the new slow-jam features highlights of Kane’s marriage to Katelyn Jae on Oct. 12 in Nashville, including the ceremony, reception, fireworks…… MORE
Watch Ricky Skaggs Play “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” on Bill Monroe’s Mandolin at His Hall of Fame Induction
The Country Music Hall of Fame formally inducted three new members on Oct. 21: Ricky Skaggs (modern era), Dottie West (veteran era, decreased) and Johnny Gimble (musician, deceased). A number of Hall of Fame members and other country artists were in attendance for the celebration, including Randy Travis, Charlie Daniels, Garth Brooks, Vince Gill, Emmylou…… MORE
Lauren Alaina’s Step-Dad Passes Away After Cancer Battle
Lauren Alaina’s step-dad, Sam Ramker, passed away on Oct. 21, after battling Stage IV cancer since March. Lauren shared the news via Instagram, stating: “My stepdad, Sam, went to heaven at one o’clock this morning. He was the purest example of how to love and live life fully. His last few hours were some of…… MORE
CMA Awards Announce First Round of Performers, Including Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney & More
The Country Music Association announced its first round of performers for the 52nd annual CMA Awards: Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Dan + Shay, Old Dominion, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban. Hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, the CMA Awards will air live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville…… MORE
Cody Johnson Talks Small-Town Texas Roots, Success as an Indie Artist, New Single, Upcoming Major-Label Debut Album & More
Jim Casey talks with Cody Johnson about: growing up in the small town of Sebastopol, Texas learning the drums from his father at a young age the advantage of having a background in drums being surrounded by gospel music from his family members early musical influences, from Elvis to Billy Joe Shaver gaining respect from…… MORE
OCTOBER 19, 2018
JOHN STAMOS CRIED on “Live with Kelly and Ryan” yesterday, after they showed a picture of him with his new son Billy . . . just because he MISSED HIM. He also revealed that he and his wife are trying for another kid, even though Billy was just born in April. “Taste of Country”…… MORE
Lauren Alaina Cancels More Shows Due to “Family Medical Emergency”
Due to a “family medical emergency,” Lauren Alaina will not perform on Oct. 19 in Sugar Land, Texas, or Oct. 20 in New Braunfels, Texas, as part of Cole Swindell and Dustin Lynch’s Reason to Drink Another Tour. Lauren’s step-dad, Sam Ramker, has been battling Stage IV cancer since March. Lauren and her teamed shared…… MORE
Who’s New: Nora Collins
Born: Brookfield, Wis. Lives: Nashville Age: 24 Single: “Plain Jane” EP: Strings (Nov. 2) Twitter: @Nora_Collins Instagram: @Nora_Collins Facebook: @NoraCollinsOfficial How did you get started playing music? I have always loved to sing. It all started in the church choir. The director saw something in me and suggested to my parents that we look into…… MORE
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THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2025
Lainey Wilson was performing recently in Wildwood, New Jersey, when she saw a young woman with a special sign. It said, “I leave for the U.S. Army next month.” So, Lainey paused the show and got the fan onstage so she could be properly honored. Lainey said, “Thank you so much for your service. Because…
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