Although you may not know Bob McDill by name, country fans across the globe have fallen in love with his brilliantly written songs since the early 1970s. Born on April 4, 1944, in Beaumont, Texas, McDill embraced his love for music as a young child up through his teen years, even forming his own band
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Thirty-eight years ago today (April 4, 1985) was an historic day for the Judds: It was on that date that the mother-and-daughter duo, made up of Naomi and Wynonna Judd, earned their first gold album, signifying sales of 500,000 units, with Why Not Me. Why Not Me was the Judds’ first full-length album; they had
Chely Wright may be one of the most underrated country music artists to emerge from the genre’s 90s heyday. For many, she is known for her No. 1 hit, “Single White Female,” but Wright’s discography — and career — is much richer than just one song. Born Oct. 25, 1970, in Kansas City, Mo., Wright was raised
The Country Music Association created the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961, to recognize both creatives and key music business players within the country music industry. In the 60 years since, the CMA’s Hall of Fame Panel of Electors — an anonymous group of voters appointed by the CMA Board of Directors — has voted in country
Tanya Tucker, Patty Loveless and Bob McDill have been chosen as the Country Music Hall of Fame’s class of 2023. This year’s roster of inductees was unveiled during a live-streamed press event on Monday (April 3) hosted by Vince Gill. Tucker, who has been enjoying a recent career renaissance following the release of her critically acclaimed 2019 record While I’m Livin’,
Fifty-two years ago today, on April 3, 1971, Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty‘s “After the Fire Is Gone” claimed the top spot on the charts. The song is the first single that Lynn and Twitty released as a duo; it comes from their debut album, We Only Make Believe. Written by IE White, “After the Fire Is
Some of country and rock’s biggest acts came together to celebrate the life and music of Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member Gary Rossington during the 2023 CMT Music Awards on Sunday night (Apr. 2). Rock legend Peter Frampton introduced the tribute, as well as introducing the CMT Awards crowd to those close to Rossington and his Lynyrd Skynyrd band
Some of country music’s biggest acts are putting on their best looks for the 2023 CMT Music Awards, which kick off tonight (April 2) at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas. Tonight’s ceremony, co-hosted by Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini, will spotlight and celebrate some of the genre’s best new talent and most beloved superstars. Wild
Lisa Marie Presley‘s former mansion in Florida is currently for sale, and it’s every bit as spectacular as you’d expect for rock music royalty. Presley’s former 9-bedroom, 9.5-bathroom, 7,815-square-foor Florida estate sits directly on the ocean in Clearwater, Fla., and it’s listed for just a shade under $5.995 million dollars. According to online property sites, that
Sixty-seven years ago today (April 2, 1956) was a career-changing day for Johnny Cash: It was on that date that he recorded “I Walk the Line,” for his freshman album, With His Hot and Blue Guitar. “I Walk the Line,” which became the third single from Cash’s debut record, shot straight to No. 1 when it was
Garth Brooks will take on the role of ACM Awards co-host for the first time in his career this May. The country star will join forces with Dolly Parton, who debuted as the ceremony’s host last year, to present the 58th annual event. “I am thrilled to return to host the ACM Awards, this time
Two steals and three Playoff Passes were up for grabs going into Tuesday’s (March 28) night’s 1-hour episode of Season 23’s The Voice. But contestants had to give it their all to be a potential recipient of either of them. The esteemed Playoff Pass, a game-changing feature that was added this season, allows handpicked individuals
In their brand new track “Middle of the Morning,” Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit offer a raw interpretation of the frustrations and fears many of us faced during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Penned while navigating lockdown at home, Isbell was forced to navigate a new normal away from the road and
Margo Price, Sheryl Crow, and Old Crow Medicine Show‘s Ketch Secor will join Nashville mayor John Cooper and Council Member Russ Pulley to honor victims of the March 27 shooting at The Covenant School. According to the Tennessean, the three singer-songwriters will be on hand for the Nashville Remembers vigil, which begins at 5:30 PM CT tonight (March 29) at Public
With their very first albums, these 10 country artists made a statement. From Johnny Cash in 1957 to the Dixie Chicks (now the Chicks) in 1998, Connie Smith in 1965 to Chris Stapleton in 2015, these albums changed the game. Whether they ushered in a new sound, brought tradition back to the genre, filled a gap in the
Despite long navigating the realm of hard-driving honky tonk that led to the name of her debut record, Hardliner, Hannah Juanita aims to open up and show a new side of herself with her latest single, “Memory of You.” The 2023 Ameripolitan Award nominee for Honky Tonk Female of the Year describes the song, out
Fifty-six years ago today (April 1, 1967) was a big day for country music and the genre’s fans: It was on that date that the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opened in Nashville, Tenn. The Country Music Association (CMA) originally established the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961 and spent six years
George Strait was a heartthrob when he first ventured onto the country music scene in his 20s, and it could be argued that he’s even better looking today, in his late 60s, sporting a fit build, the same distinguished features and a million-dollar smile. So, when you combine Strait, his hit songs and a music video
Brooklyn trio Camp Bedford offer up a transportive and magical set of tracks on their upcoming debut EP, So Often and So Sweet. Comprised of members Roxanne Quilty (guitar, vocals), Mariela Flor Olivo (lead rhythm guitar, vocals) and Tallen Gabriel (cello), the queer and femme-led outfit bring a modern mysticism to familiar folk-pop sounds. This unique sonic blend,
Country hitmaker Ty Herndon is teaming up with LGBTQ advocacy organization GLAAD to revive their star-studded Concert for Love and Acceptance this June. First held in 2015, the event will return as an in-person fundraiser for the first time since 2019 after being streamed as a virtual-only event for two years due to the COVID-19