Country

Thirty-six years ago, on Jan. 29, 1988, Randy Travis achieved a new career milestone: It was on that date that the singer-songwriter earned his first double-platinum album, signifying sales in excess of 2 million copies, with his disc Always & Forever. Always & Forever, Travis’ sophomore release, came out in 1987 and spawned four No. 1 singles, including

Back when variety television shows were all the rage, few came out of central casting quite like Glen Campbell. His musical appeal and down-home personality crossed genre and generation gaps without compromise, pleasing fans of such varied talents as Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and Andy Williams. Toss in the success of the Grammy-winning album Wichita

Taylor Swift joined boyfriend Travis Kelce on the field to celebrate his AFC Championship win on Sunday (Jan. 28). His team, the Kansas City Chiefs, defeated the Baltimore Ravens 17-10 to punch their ticket to the Super Bowl. The pop star was photographed hugging her man and planting plenty of kisses on him after his

Kane Brown and his wife, Katelyn, are re-teaming for a new duet after the smash success of their previous collaboration, “Thank God.” The couple turned to social media on Saturday (Jan. 27) to tease a new song they have recorded together. The country star sings along to the audio of the track in a clip

Traditional and contemporary country fans are in for a treat: A duet version of Glen Campbell‘s “Hold on Hope” with Eric Church dropped on Friday (Jan. 26). The surprise roll-out arrives as part of the new posthumous and reimagined version of Campbell’s 2011 Ghost on the Canvas, that’s due out April 19 via Surfdog Records and Big

Morgan Wallen wasn’t planning to re-record and re-release his new song “Spin You Around,” and it sounds like he didn’t even want to. The singer shared the acoustic love ballad with fans on Friday, explaining how a decision made 10 years ago forced his hand. “Spin You Around” was part of the Stand Alone EP, released

The Grand Ole Opry is arguably country music’s most revered stage. When artists get their first invitation to come perform a show at the hallowed venue — and later, when they earn official membership — it’s likely to be one of the most special moments in their career. However, not every country star maintains an

Chris Young has been cleared of all charges stemming from Monday night’s incident at a bar in Nashville. Nashville’s District Attorney Glenn Funk released a statement saying the charges will be dismissed “after a review of all the evidence in this case.” Young was arrested at the Dawg House on Demonbreun Street in downtown Nashville

Terry Bradshaw has sold his massive rural estate in Oklahoma, and pictures show a stunning home that’s fit for a sports and broadcasting legend. The NFL legend and sportscaster listed his 8-bedroom, 8,600-square-foot estate in late 2022 for $22.5 million. Online property sites show that Bradshaw received his full asking price in a deal that closed

Dwight Yoakam looked to be country music’s most disrespected singer, but then we stumbled upon the resume of another legendary country act. Yoakam has a career .081 batting average (3-37) at the CMA, ACM and Grammy Awards, but he still has three wins. The Bellamy Brothers would be so lucky! This duo is an unbelievable 0-29 at

Riding high with her profile on the rise, Carnival Music artist Kylie Frey celebrate new music and a new honor this week. On Tuesday (January 23), the country-to-the-core singer-songwriter was revealed in CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2024, highlighted as one of the most promising new female artists in country music. Now in

Quartz Hill Records’ country trio Runaway June released their latest EP SMOKE, WINE & WHISKEY today across all digital streaming platforms. Leading with the boot-stomping, fire-worthy single “Make Me Wanna Smoke,” which debuted on The Bobby Bones show, the percussive and rhythmic track – written by Jason Sellers, Ella Langley and Bobby Hamrick – keeps

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Loretta Lynn‘s family is requesting prayer after her the singer’s son, Ernest Ray Lynn, underwent “a critical surgery” to address his kidney failure on Tuesday (Jan. 23). “In moments like these, we are reminded that all that really matters is faith and family. We would love to know that you are praying with us for

Walker Hayes just shared a new song he wrote about his recent Twitter skirmish with fellow singer-songwriter Zach Bryan, but you’d be hard pressed to call it a diss track. On the contrary, Hayes’ new track reflects on the nature of insecurity, and wonders why people so often wind up “butt hurt” by their peers’

One thing country music is known for? Drinkin’ songs. For some, there’s nothing like tipping back a cold one to a tune about tipping back a cold one. For others, a glass of the good stuff is the only way to mend a broken heart or set the tone for one heck of a party.

An iconic Nashville-area home that once belonged to country music legend Conway Twitty has been spared from demolition after its current owners reconsidered their plans due to an outcry from the public. Twitty’s estate in the affluent Nashville suburb of Hendersonville, Tenn., also served as the site for his popular Twitty City tourist attraction, which

Elle King‘s upcoming show at famed honky-tonk Billy Bob’s Texas has been postponed until September. The news comes just days after King’s tumultuous performance at the Grand Ole Opry’s Opry Goes Dolly show on Friday (Jan. 19), which was a celebration of Dolly Parton‘s 78th birthday. During her time onstage at that event, King appeared

Rising country star and Carnival Music singer-songwriter Kylie Frey hits the ground running in early 2024, announcing a rough-and-tumble, full-throttle honky tonker as her new single – “Miss Thang.” Arriving Friday, January 26, the up-tempo track was co-written by the country throwback with Adam Hood and Brent Cobb – aloud-and-proud dream-chaser’s anthem laced with full

Heartland country-rocker Logan Mize is teaming up with country artist, New York Times bestselling author, lifestyle influencer and TV personality Jessie James Decker on a new late-night duet “If You’re Up,” out today (1.19) via Big Yellow Dog Music. Listen to “If You’re Up,” here: stem.ffm.to/ifyoureup “I’ve loved this song for quite some time and