After the Country Music Association released its all-star medley “Forever Country” in September, pundits, fans and media outlets have been speculating whether the 30 artists featured in the song will perform the tune onstage at the 50th anniversary of the CMA Awards on Nov. 2. According to CMA board member and “Forever Country” producer Shane…… MORE
ASCAP to Honor Chris Stapleton With the Vanguard Award
CMAs, ACMs, Grammys . . . Chris Stapleton has taken home a bunch of awards over the past year based on his solo debut album, Traveller. And he can add one more award to the list. ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, will present Chris with the ASCAP Vanguard Award at the…… MORE
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Slay Hometown Crowd at Ryman and Announce Soul2Soul Tour
It was the announcement heard around the country music world. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill gathered friends, family and fans for a special performance at the Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday night (Oct. 4) to announce they would be heading back out on the road together for the 2017 Soul2Soul tour. Tim and Faith kicked off…… MORE
Who’s New: Troy Cartwright + Listen to a Sneak Preview of His New Album
Born: Dallas Lives: Nashville Age: 26 EP: Don’t Fade (Oct. 7) Single: “Busted” Website: troycartwright.com Twitter: @troycartwright Influences: Pete Yorn, Ryan Adams, Bob Schneider, Robert Earl Keen In Short When Texas native Troy Cartwright was 12, his dad gave him his first guitar—not the scooter that he had hoped for. It turns out that father…… MORE
Watch Vince Gill Sing “Go Rest High On That Mountain” at Golf Legend Arnold Palmer’s Funeral
Today (Oct. 4) a public memorial service was held for golf legend Arnold Palmer, who died on Sept. 25. Country Music Hall of Fame member Vince Gill, who was one of Arnold’s longtime friends, performed two songs at the ceremony in memory of his golfing buddy: “Go Rest High On That Mountain” and Carole King’s…… MORE
Redneck Revival! Jeff Foxworthy and Bill Engvall Reruns Return to Television
If you enjoyed The Jeff Foxworthy Show andThe Bill Engvall Show during the mid 90’s, you might be a redneck — a phrase uttered for years by comedian Jeff Foxworthy. Or you just might enjoy some down home country comedy. Either way, you’re in luck. Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 11 you will be able to re-watch…… MORE
12-Year-Old Tegan Marie Is Making Waves in Country Music for the Next Generation
For a new generation of artists, YouTube has become a popular platform for breaking into the music industry. Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen, Tori Kelly, Shawn Mendes and Kane Brown shot to stardom by posting performance clips that racked up millions of views on the video-sharing website. That’s exactly how 12-year-old Tegan Marie began her…… MORE
Luke Bryan Cancels First Farm Tour Stop in South Carolina Due to Hurricane Matthew
According to Luke Bryan’s website, the Georgia native has cancelled the first stop of his 2016 Farm Tour in South Carolina due to Hurricane Matthew, which is expected to make landfall in the area. Posted on Luke’s farm tour page was a note about the cancellation: Due to Hurricane Matthew evacuation orders that begin on…… MORE
Shania Twain To Receive CMT’s Artist Of A Lifetime Award
There is no arguing that Shania Twain has made an impact in country music. Selling over 75 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling artists of all-time, and opening doors for female artists that followed—Shania Twain has made her mark. There’s one more mark to be added to her list of accomplishments. Shania…… MORE
Dolly Parton to Receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at Upcoming CMA Awards
Dolly Parton is certainly one of popular music’s most colorful characters—a gifted singer and songwriter, a savvy entrepreneur and a multi-media entertainer. On Nov. 2, Dolly will be the 2016 recipient of the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be presented during the 50th annual CMA Awards. The announcement was made last night (Oct.…… MORE
