New Report Blasts TV Show “Nashville” for Costing Taxpayers More Than $45 Million

As the sixth and final season of Nashville comes to a close on July 26, research organization the Beacon Center has released a report on the “ineffectiveness of film incentives in Tennessee,” citing that Nashville cost Tennessee taxpayers more than $45 million. According to its profile, “The Beacon Center is an independent, nonprofit, and nonpartisan…MORE

Reba McEntire Named 2018 Kennedy Center Honoree for Lifetime Artistic Achievement

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced that Reba McEntire will be one of the four honorees at the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors. Reba will follow in the hallowed footsteps of past Kennedy honorees Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn and more. “The Kennedy Center Honors recognizes exceptional artists who…MORE

Craig Campbell: See You Try Tour

Craig Campbell is hitting the road for a new tour this summer and fall. Kicking off on Aug. 3, Craig’s See You Try Tour will make more than 20 stops from coast to coast, including dates in Des Moines, Indianapolis, San Diego, Knoxville and more. See You Try Tour Aug. 3 – Providence, KY –…MORE

JULY 25, 2018

DEMI LOVATO warned us she was off the wagon, but yesterday, she ended up in the hospital after an apparent OVERDOSE. Early reports said it was HEROIN, but now TMZ claims it wasn’t. Last night her rep said she was “awake and with her family.” Police were called to Demi’s house a little before noon,…MORE

Music City Walk of Fame Announces Four 2018 Inductees

The Music City Walk of Fame announced its 2018 inductees: Ben Folds, Brenda Lee, Jeannie Seely and Ray Stevens. Following in the footprints of stars Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Randy Travis and more, Ben, Brenda, Jeannie and Ray will inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Aug. 21 at 11:30 a.m…MORE

Dan + Shay Announce New Single Shipping to Country Radio on Aug. 6 [Listen]

After lead single “Tequila” recently spent two weeks at the top of the Billboard Country Airplay chart, Dan + Shay have announced that “Speechless” will be the follow-up single from their 2018 self-titled album. Penned by Dan Smyers, Shay Mooney, Jordan Reynolds and Laura Veltz, the song was inspired by Dan’s marriage to Abby Law…MORE

Jordan Davis Talks Success of “Singles You Up,” Releasing “Take It From Me,” Making His Opry Debut & Touring With Jake Owen & Kip Moore

Jim Casey talks with Jordan Davis about: the success of his No. 1 debut single, “Singles You Up” having a hand in writing every track on his debut album, Home State releasing his new single, “Take It From Me” co-writing “Take It From Me” with Jason Gantt and his brother, Jacob getting support from his…MORE

Cam Announces 16-Date “Road to Happiness Tour”

Cam will hit the road this fall for her biggest headlining tour to date. Dubbed the Road to Happiness Tour, the 16-date trek will kick off in Nashville on Sept. 26 and make stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Denver and more. Lucie Silvas will serve as the opener. Cam, who is currently on the road…MORE

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TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2025

TV Tonight:  “Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute” and the series finale of “Andor” BIRTHDAYS Here’s some facts about 32 year old Morgan Wallen: 1.  His full name is Morgan Cole Wallen and he was born on May 13th, 1993. 2.  He was raised in Sneedville, Tennessee by his parents Tommy and Lesli Wallen…

MONDAY, MAY 12, 2025

Morgan Wallen wasn’t at the ACMs last week, but he had a good reason.  He was in Northern Ireland playing golf with Tom Brady. In the post Morgan shared from the golf course, he’s even catching a football thrown by the G.O.A.T. himself.  His caption was, “Had a little mustard on it.” In addition to…