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The title track of Kenny Chesney’s upcoming 21st album, Silver Sands Marina, isn’t some mythical getaway — it’s a family-owned business in New Hampshire and it’s probably about to get a whole lot busier.  “When you hear the song, it’s so perfectly drawn, you almost can’t believe it’s real,” he says. “But, of course, it is a real… Continue reading Explore New Hampshire’s Silver Sands Marina in Kenny Chesney’s new video

Brian Kelley’s officially declaring it a “Jimmy Buffett Summer” with his new song, the first he’s ever co-written with his wife, Brittney Kelley.   “Brittney and I have built a whole lot of life together, and this song feels like another little piece of our story,” he says. “She’s always been my muse, but writing with her brought… Continue reading Kick off a ‘Jimmy Buffett Summer’ with Brian Kelley

Josh Ross has already enjoyed multiple number ones in his native Canada and been crowned entertainer of the year twice by the Canadian Country Music Association.  But success in the States can prove more elusive, making Josh’s second trip to the top in the U.S. even more significant.  “I just wanted to say thank you guys… Continue reading It’s all love from Josh Ross, as ‘Hate’ goes #1

Shania Twain has so far only offered two glimpses of what she’s up to on Little Miss Twain, releasing the title track with Tanya Tucker and the first single, “Dirty Rosie.”  But now the country/pop superstar’s giving us a better picture of the 15-song album. “Alright, I’ve kept these songs under my hat long enough,” she… Continue reading Shania Twain warns Little Miss Twain songs ‘may cause a little trouble’

It seems Ella Langley’s time atop the Billboard Hot 100 is simply not done, as “Choosin’ Texas” rises to #1 on the all-genre ranking for a record sixth time. In all, this is its 11th week at the pinnacle. The lead single from Ella’s Dandelion first hit the top the week of Feb. 14, returning on March 7, March 21-28, April… Continue reading Ella Langley’s still obliterating any non-Texas options on the Hot 100

Thomas Rhett’s dad, Rhett Akins, will officially become a member of the Grand Ole Opry later this year, after Jon Pardi extended the surprise invitation on Sunday.  It came during a special Opry Celebrates ’90s Country show. It’s important to remember that before he became famous as TR’s dad, Akins topped the chart with “That Ain’t My… Continue reading TR’s dad, Rhett Akins, to be inducted as newest member of Grand Ole Opry

Tim McGraw’s here with a “Song for America,” just in time for the United States’ 250th birthday.  It’s an occasion that instantly transports Tim back in time to his childhood. “As a kid, the first thing I remember about Fourth of July was 1976 in Rayville, Louisiana, and riding my bicycle downtown a couple miles from where… Continue reading Tim McGraw delivers a ‘Song for America’ for July Fourth

Reba McEntire will debut her new song, “Ain’t Gonna Keep It Waitin’,” on Saturday’s Disney Celebrates America: Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash. It’s the title track of the legend’s third music capsule, which is out now. Reba picks up the tempo on the new collection with her “best songs for driving with the windows down,” including her hits “I’d Rather Ride… Continue reading Reba McEntire’s ready with a new song to celebrate this Fourth of July

Gabby Barrett’s focusing on faith in her first new music of 2026.  “If you’re thinking of someone who’s walking through a confusing season, send this to them,” she posted on Instagram. “My new song ‘In On It’ is officially out now. This song is really about trusting God even when life feels confusing or heavy.” “I think we’ve… Continue reading If you’re looking for encouragement, Gabby Barrett’s ‘In On It’

Carly Pearce’s pivotal 2021 album, 29: Written in Stone, painted an unflinching picture of a young woman in the aftermath of a very public divorce from fellow star Michael Ray.  On 2024’s hummingbird, she began to spread her wings, somewhere between the breakup angst of “We Don’t Fight Anymore” and the revenge anthem “Truck on Fire.” Now,… Continue reading The ‘Church Girl’ is an Honest Woman: Carly Pearce gets bold on album #5