The man behind 15 years of hits was almost father to Bo-Berry McCreery

Scotty McCreery fans will be able to take a walk down memory lane when his greatest hits collection, titled 15, comes out on Friday.  The North Carolina native was only 17 when he won American Idol in 2011, and since then, he’s gone on to build his life in the public eye. He married longtime girlfriend Gabi Dugal… Continue reading The man behind 15 years of hits was almost father to Bo-Berry McCreery

Nashville notes: Russell Dickerson’s Sandwich and Dan + Shay’s ‘Jesus’

Dan + Shay will release the track “Her, the Kids, and Jesus” on July 24, ahead of the Aug. 21 arrival of their new album, Young. You can check out a preview on their socials. Country Music Hall of Famer Bill Anderson will celebrate his 65th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry at Saturday’s… Continue reading Nashville notes: Russell Dickerson’s Sandwich and Dan + Shay’s ‘Jesus’

Post Malone headlining FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony

Post Malone will be headlining the FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony. He’ll be performing just before the final soccer match takes place at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, known for the World Cup as the New York/New Jersey Stadium, on Sunday. “At a time when sport, culture and global attention converge, Post Malone will deliver a performance… Continue reading Post Malone headlining FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony

Ashley Cooke drops song titles, even more clues about album #2

What do gold stars, a glass of wine, California, Florida, hotel keys, acoustic guitars, a journal, a pen and Geminis have to do with Ashley Cooke’s self-titled sophomore album?  Well, you’ll mostly have to wait until it drops Aug. 14 to find out. But the track listing should give you some clues. The “your place” hitmaker… Continue reading Ashley Cooke drops song titles, even more clues about album #2

Move over, Chief: Eric Church’s Band takes center stage for charity

The Eric Church Band continues its tradition of giving back with Music Row for MusiCares, set to take place Sunday, Aug. 9, at Chief’s on Broadway. Band members Jeff Hyde and Driver Williams will be joined by songwriters Casey Beathard, Luke Dick, Jonathan Singleton and Dan Isbell for a Nashville evening of stories and songs.  Since they’re… Continue reading Move over, Chief: Eric Church’s Band takes center stage for charity

‘What If’ you put an Honest Woman in bluegrass’s most famous band?

What if you made Carly Pearce a member of Alison Krauss & Union Station? It’s something you’ll likely be able to envision once you hear Carly’s new Honest Woman preview. “Bluegrass has always been part of who I am,” Carly writes on her socials. “I can’t wait for y’all to hear ‘What If You Loved Me’ with Molly Tuttle… Continue reading ‘What If’ you put an Honest Woman in bluegrass’s most famous band?

Mitchell Tenpenny will be traveling at the Speed of Light when he meets his daughter

Mitchell Tenpenny will continue touring at the Speed of Light this fall.  The “Drunk Me” hitmaker’s adding 14 dates to his schedule, starting Sept. 18 in Des Moines, Iowa. He’ll wrap Nov. 21 in Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. Presales for Mitchell’s Night Owl fan club are underway now, with tickets becoming available to the public… Continue reading Mitchell Tenpenny will be traveling at the Speed of Light when he meets his daughter

The Kenny Chesney artifact that’s too big for the Country Music Hall of Fame

The colorful bus from Kenny Chesney’s “American Kids” video and the cover of The Big Revival album will be on display in Nashville the opening weekend of his new exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.  The “American Kids” Bus Pop-Up Experience will take place in Walk of Fame Park, right across from the Hall, from Wednesday,… Continue reading The Kenny Chesney artifact that’s too big for the Country Music Hall of Fame

Drew Baldridge mixes ‘Maker’s Mark’ and Jesus

Drew Baldridge is serving “Maker’s Mark” as he releases the first song from the FAITH chapter of his upcoming album.  The “She’s Somebody’s Daughter” hitmaker co-wrote the new song that features Anne Wilson.  “‘Maker’s Mark’ is one of my favorite songs on the record,” Drew says. “At its core, it’s about the legacy a person leaves behind.… Continue reading Drew Baldridge mixes ‘Maker’s Mark’ and Jesus

It’s time to Deale with new music from Brothers Osborne

There’s new music on the way from Brothers Osborne, and it has something to do with their hometown.  “1,030 days since our last full body of work. The wait is almost over,” the duo wrote on Instagram Sunday. The post includes a montage of John Osborne and TJ Osborne exploring the place they grew up, with an atmospheric… Continue reading It’s time to Deale with new music from Brothers Osborne