When ACM noms didn’t ‘Happen’ for Russell Dickerson, this made him feel better

At Wednesday’s #1 party for “Happen to Me” at BMI in Nashville, Russell Dickerson was open about being shut out of the nominations for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, after having the biggest year of his career so far.  It’s a disappointment made better by the fact that he’s up for best country… Continue reading When ACM noms didn’t ‘Happen’ for Russell Dickerson, this made him feel better

Nashville notes: See a ‘Lighter’ Jelly Roll + Jon Pardi’s ‘Boots Off’ co-star

You can check out Jon Pardi’s new video for his hit “Boots Off” co-starring his wife, Summer Pardi.  Craig Campbell will celebrate the fourth anniversary of his Grindstone Cowboy coffee shop in Eagleville, Tennessee, with a Kentucky Derby Party on Saturday, May 2.  Jelly Roll’s music video for “Lighter” with Carín León is out now. It’s from the official FIFA World… Continue reading Nashville notes: See a ‘Lighter’ Jelly Roll + Jon Pardi’s ‘Boots Off’ co-star

‘My Way’: Riley Green is Cowboy As It Gets with tour kickoff, Marshals debut

It’s a busy week for Riley Green, as he sets his Cowboy As It Gets Tour in motion Thursday in Southaven, Mississippi.  Justin Moore, Drake White and Mackenzie Carpenter join him for the first show, with Zach John King, Hannah McFarland and Adam Hood coming along later in the run.  Sunday brings his much-anticipated debut… Continue reading ‘My Way’: Riley Green is Cowboy As It Gets with tour kickoff, Marshals debut

‘What He’ll Never Have’: Why Dylan Scott’s son shouldn’t expect a check from dad just yet

Dylan Scott’s son Beckett Scott Robinson has been interested and involved in what his dad does for a living ever since he was singing “Old Town Road” as a toddler back in 2019. The 8-year-old finally got to make his studio debut late last year on his dad’s “Two Christmas Trees” recording.  “He crushed it, man. I was… Continue reading ‘What He’ll Never Have’: Why Dylan Scott’s son shouldn’t expect a check from dad just yet

Luke Combs is as down-to-earth as he seems — just ask Ed Sheeran

For someone who’s on the cover of TIME‘s annual issue ranking the 100 most influential people in the world, Luke Combs is decidedly low-key.  “I get sneezed on or thrown up on like every day,” the father of three tells TIME in the accompanying interview. “You catch me Monday through Friday, I’m at the house, Mr. Mom, changing dipes,… Continue reading Luke Combs is as down-to-earth as he seems — just ask Ed Sheeran

As Alan Jackson retires from the road, you can drive away in his Corvette

If you’re an Alan Jackson fan and an auto enthusiast, this is the ultimate: AJ’s giving away his personal 2013 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport convertible as part of a fundraiser. You can also win a VIP trip to Last Call: One More for the Road — The Finale June 27 at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium. That’s especially significant… Continue reading As Alan Jackson retires from the road, you can drive away in his Corvette

Zach Top’s rarely ‘South of Sanity’ thanks to his tribe

Reigning ACM new artist of the year Zach Top grabbed five nominations for the upcoming 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, second only to Chris Stapleton as the male artist with the most chances to win.  In February, the “South of Sanity” hitmaker won his first Grammy for best traditional country album for Ain’t in It for My… Continue reading Zach Top’s rarely ‘South of Sanity’ thanks to his tribe

Luke Combs wakes up to 20th #1 with ‘Sleepless in a Hotel Room’

Luke Combs claims the 20th #1 of his career as “Sleepless in a Hotel Room” rises to #1 on the Billboard Country Airplay tally.  His most recent chart-topper, “Back in the Saddle,” spent two weeks at the top in November. Both tunes come from The Way I Am, which debuted at #1 on the Top Country Albums chart earlier in… Continue reading Luke Combs wakes up to 20th #1 with ‘Sleepless in a Hotel Room’

Parker McCollum’s ‘Pretty Heart’ turns Platinum 4 times over

Parker McCollum’s debut single, “Pretty Heart,” has just been certified quadruple Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.  The Texas native co-wrote the song from 2021’s Gold Chain Cowboy that went on to become his first #1.  “Man…all I have to say is thank you! The amount of support you all have shown me over these… Continue reading Parker McCollum’s ‘Pretty Heart’ turns Platinum 4 times over

HARDY and his wife have their hands full with their 1-year-old

When it comes to writing hit songs for himself and other artists, HARDY is an undeniable master of the craft, having penned close to 20 number ones. When it comes to being the father of a 1-year-old, however, he’s finding there’s more of a learning curve.  “I’m just not a patient person — and that… Continue reading HARDY and his wife have their hands full with their 1-year-old