Category Archives: NCD News

See How Some of Your Favorite Country Stars Dress Up for Halloween

See How Some of Your Favorite Country Stars Dress Up for Halloween

Some of our favorite country stars got into the spirit of Halloween by donning funny, scary and crazy costumes. Check ’em out, and check back in as we update pics throughout the day and night. Nailed it! Even got a minion in! #toystory #freakfest pic.twitter.com/UuqE658xDn — Jon Pardi (@JonPardi) October 30, 2016 One more! 🎃…MORE

Vote Now: Who Should Win the CMA Video & Musician of the Year Awards

Vote Now: Who Should Win the CMA Video & Musician of the Year Awards

In the lead-up to the CMA Awards on Nov. 2, Nash Country Daily will be conducting its own election to let you—the readers—decide who should win each of the 12 categories at this year’s show. We’re taking politics out of the equation and letting the popular vote speak for itself. The good news is there…MORE

Brandy Clark and Dwight Yoakam Team Up for Studio Version of “Hold My Hand”

Brandy Clark and Dwight Yoakam Team Up for Studio Version of “Hold My Hand”

Musical chemistry was in the air when Brandy Clark and Dwight Yoakam teamed up at the 2015 Grammys to sing “Hold My Hand,” a song from Brandy’s 2013 album, 12 Stories. In fact, there was so much musical chemistry between Brandy and Dwight that the tandem decided to record a studio version of tune and…MORE

Cole Swindell Is Feeling Right at Home With New EP and Tour

Cole Swindell Is Feeling Right at Home With New EP and Tour

Not only does Cole Swindell have something of a hot streak working, but he’s also striking while the iron is hot. The hot streak? His first five singles—“Chillin’ It,” “Hope You Get Lonely Tonight,” “Ain’t Worth the Whiskey,” “Let Me See Ya Girl” and “You Should Be Here”—have reached No. 1 on the Billboard and/or…MORE

CMT Announces Next Women of Country 2016

CMT Announces Next Women of Country 2016

CMT has released the list of its 2016 Next Women of Country franchise—a campaign to bring awareness to inspiring female vocalists in country music. The acts selected by CMT for the Class of 2016 include Caitlyn Smith, Jamie Lynn Spears, Jillian Jacqueline, Kree Harrison, Logan Brill, Lucie Silvas, Maggie Rose, Margo Price and—for the first…MORE

Who Are the Most Marketable Country Stars? Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton, According to Nielsen

Who Are the Most Marketable Country Stars? Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton, According to Nielsen

In addition to monitoring radio airplay, online streaming and music consumer behavior, Nielsen is the authority in tracking what music people are buying both in-store and digitally. That’s why outlets like Nash Country Daily and Billboard, among others, often cite Nielsen’s statistics in its articles and charts. An interesting stat that NCD came across this…MORE

Vote Now: Who Should Win the CMA Single & Musical Event of the Year Awards

Vote Now: Who Should Win the CMA Single & Musical Event of the Year Awards

In the lead-up to the CMA Awards on Nov. 2, Nash Country Daily will be conducting its own election to let you—the readers—decide who should win each of the 12 categories at this year’s show. We’re taking politics out of the equation and letting the popular vote speak for itself. The good news is there…MORE

Who’s New: Mike Ryan

Who’s New: Mike Ryan

Born: San Antonio Age: 30 Single: “New Hometown” Website: mikeryanband.com Twitter: @MikeRyanBand Playing more than 150 shows a year, San Antonio native Mike Ryan has developed a passionate fan base in the Lone Star State and beyond by headlining revered venues like Billy Bob’s in Fort Worth and Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa. His 2014 album,…MORE