Country

Luke Combs is no stranger to making country chart history, but his latest chart feat just might be his most impressive yet. On the Billboard Country Airplay chart dated Sept. 9, Combs’ “Love You Anyway” ascends to the No. 1 spot, marking his 17th single to top the chart. Meanwhile, his cover of Tracy Chapman’s

Jimmy Buffett‘s final concert was an impromptu performance in Rhode Island two months before his Sept. 1 death. The build-up to the show and what started to happen afterward were quiet clues that his health was worse than he let on. When the 76-year-old “Margaritaville” singer postponed shows in Sept. 2022 and May 2023, he did

Zach Bryan becomes the latest country star to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart, as his duet with Kacey Musgraves debuted at No. 1 this week. “I Remember Everything” is on Bryan’s self-titled album, which debuted atop of the all-genre Billboard 200 chart last week. The song is the fourth straight country song to hold the

When talking about making new music with Miranda Lambert, JT Osborne of The Brothers Osborne had this to say: “Her voice when we were singing together, I just loved it… it just adds this whole angelic mystery to it” This entry was posted in Brothers Osborne, Featured, Miranda Lambert by Shauna “WhiskeyChick” Castorena. Bookmark the

Aug. 31 was a big anniversary in George Jones‘ career. It was on that day in 1974, 49 years ago, that the country music hitmaker earned his sixth No. 1 hit with his single “The Grand Tour.” “The Grand Tour,” which was written by Norro Wilson, Carmol Taylor and George Richey, is the title track of Jones’ 41st

Forty-two years ago today, on Sept. 4, 1981, George Strait released his debut album, Strait Country. The record was released on MCA Records. Three singles were released from Strait Country: “Unwound,” “Down and Out” and “If You’re Thinking You Want a Stranger (There’s One Coming Home);” both “Unwound” and “If You’re Thinking You Want a Stranger”

Thirty-two years ago today, on Sept. 4, 1991, the country music community was in mourning: It was on that date that Dottie West died, from injuries sustained in a car crash. West was 58 years old at the time of her death. In her early 20s, West became friends with several up-and-coming singers and songwriters, including

Blake Shelton is grieving the loss of Jimmy Buffett after the legendary singer-songwriter’s death on Friday (Sept. 1.) In a social media post, Shelton paid tribute to Buffett’s massive impact, saying that he was “heartbroken” to hear that he had died. “What an incredible talent and man. His songs will live on forever,” the country

Taylor Swift has become a cultural phenomenon. Her Eras Tour is receiving rave reviews, and now everyone who missed it can catch it in theaters. Swift was an absolute superstar before the pandemic, her fame has skyrocketed in recent years, and she’s now one of the highest-earning musicians of all time. The Eras Tour was subject to tons of issues,

Self-declared “Coconut Man” and country hitmaker Billy Currington has arrived with a brand-new song, “Anchor Man.” Paul Overstreet and Scotty Emerick penned the song, and the laid-back tune invites listeners to trade their “bad news” and problems for “salt air and freedom,” just like the song’s protagonist. It opens with simple acoustic guitar figures as

Riley Green has put his spin on Tim McGraw’s song, “Damn Country Music.” The tender rendition features a slowed-down, more ruminative delivery as compared to McGraw’s 2015 release. Though the song’s dressed with a simpler production style, it allows Green’s pained sentiments on pursuing a dream to take center stage. “You might get lost in

Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett has died at the age of 76. While no cause of death has been revealed, a statement posted to his website says he died on Friday night (Sept. 1), surrounded by loved ones. “Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” the

Alan Jackson is one of the many fans, friends and colleagues who turned to social media to remember Jimmy Buffett on Saturday (Sept. 2) after the news of his death. Buffett died “peacefully” on Friday night (Sept. 1), surrounded by his loved ones, according to a statement on his website. He was 76 years old.

Jimmy Buffett‘s cause of death has been revealed. In a new update from TMZ, sources tell the celebrity news site that Buffett died from skin cancer that turned to lymphoma. TMZ reports that Buffett was diagnosed with skin cancer four years ago, attributing the information to “sources with direct knowledge” of the matter. “He lived

Jimmy Buffett lived the good life in real life just as much as he celebrated it in his songs. The late singer-songwriter had a tidy real estate portfolio that included a staggering mansion in Palm Beach, Fla., and pictures show a property that looks like a perfect place to enjoy a cheeseburger in paradise. According

Kenny Chesney is paying tribute to his longtime friend Jimmy Buffett, who died on Friday (Sept. 1). The country singer found a fitting spot on the beach in Key West, Fla., to sing one of Buffett’s songs, “A Pirate Looks at Forty.” “Mother, mother ocean, I have heard you call / Wanted to sail upon

Kelsea Ballerini will bring big country energy to the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards as she makes her debut as a performer. To make things extra special, the show will take place on the same day as the singer’s 30th birthday: Tuesday, Sept. 12. “Performing at the @vmas,” the star writes on social media, promoting the

Seventeen years ago today was an unforgettable day for Taylor Swift: It was on that date (Sept. 1, 2006) that the then-16-year-old made her debut on the Grand Ole Opry. At the time of her Opry debut, Swift was just beginning her rapid ascent to stardom: She had recently signed to Big Machine Records, a then-recently

Forty-four years ago today, on Sept. 1, 1979, Leon Russell and Willie Nelson both had one very good reason to celebrate: Their remake of the Elvis Presley classic “Heartbreak Hotel” soared to No. 1 on the country charts. Nelson and Russell’s version of “Heartbreak Hotel” was on their collaborative album, One for the Road, which went

Sam Hunt brought a party to Central Park as a part of Good Morning America‘s Summer Concert Series on Friday (Sept. 1). The singer provided a double feature of his hits to entertain not just the crowd, but viewers across the nation. The country singer showed off his latest single “Outskirts” as the audience sang along: