George Strait will be keeping busy in 2020 with a handful of tour dates, including a newly announced stadium performance with Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town. George will be performing at the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn., on Aug. 22 with LBT and Stapleton, followed by two new dates in Las Vegas with…… MORE
2020 Grammy Awards: Everything a Country Music Fan Needs to Know About the Show
From nominations and notes to performers and presenters, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about the 2020 Grammy Awards on Sunday, Jan. 26. The Notes Date: Jan. 26 Location: Staples Center in L.A. Time: 8 p.m ET Channel: CBS Live Stream: CBS All Access Host: Alicia Keys Non-Televised Awards: Grammy.com at 3:30…… MORE
Nashville Singer/Songwriter David Olney Dies Onstage During Florida Festival
Singer/songwriter David Olney, 71, died onstage during the 30-A Songwriters Festival in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla., on Jan. 18. David collapsed onstage after an “apparent heart attack” during a showcase alongside Amy Rigby and Scott Miller. Amy shared details of the tragedy via Facebook, saying: “David Olney, a beautiful man, a legend, a songwriting poet…… MORE
Lady Antebellum Honored With “Angels Among Us Award” by St. Jude Children’s Hospital
Following in the esteemed footsteps of Randy Owen, Jake Owen, Brad Paisley, John Rich, Darius Rucker and more, Lady Antebellum was honored with the 2020 Angels Among Us Award by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Lady A was recognized at the 31st annual Country Cares for St. Jude Kids on Jan. 18 in Memphis. The…… MORE
Gene Watson Invited to Join the Grand Ole Opry
During his set on the Grand Ole Opry on Jan. 17, Gene Watson was surprised by Vince Gill with an invitation to join the esteemed club. “He’s one of the greatest country singers that’s walked the earth,” said Vince during Gene’s introduction. After Gene performed “Sometimes I Get Lucky and Forget” and “Nothing Sure Looked…… MORE
New Court Date Set for Sam Hunt’s DUI Case
Sam Hunt is scheduled to appear in a Nashville court on March 17 at 9 a.m. to face misdemeanor charges of driving under the influence and having an open container. The new case details were released after Sam’s initially scheduled court date on Jan. 17. Sam was arrested in Nashville on Nov. 21. According to…… MORE
American Country Countdown Chart – Week of January 20, 2020
Check out the 40 hottest hits for the week of January 20, 2020, based on the official Billboard Country Airplay Chart powered by Nielsen.… MORE
The Song Remembers When: Carrie Underwood – “Southbound”
We take you behind the scenes and explore the making of one of our favorite tunes with The Song Remembers When… This week, we take a look at Carrie Underwood’s “Southbound.” … MORE
Heroes of the Week: The Irwin Family and the Australia Zoo
We honor the Irwin family and the Australia Zoo, who have stepped up to help the wildlife in their country. Have someone who has made a difference in your life? Learn how you can nominate them as our Hero of the Week.… MORE
Ashley McBryde to Release Sophomore Album, “Never Will,” on April 3
After breaking out in 2018 with her Grammy-nominated debut album, Girl Going Nowhere, Ashley McBryde announced she will drop her sophomore album, Never Will, on April 3. The 11-song offering, which was produced by Jay Joyce, features lead single “One Night Standards” and newly released track “Martha Divine.” Ashley co-penned nine of the 11 tracks.…… MORE