Rock ’n’ roll’s founding father Chuck Berry passed away on Saturday, March 18, at the age of 90. The pioneering guitarist and singer was responsible for iconic songs such as “Johnnie B. Goode,” “Maybellene,” “Roll Over Beethoven,” “You Never Can Tell” and more. Country stars Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley and more posted remembrances…
You won’t have to wait much longer to hear Lindsay Ell’s debut EP, appropriately titled, Worth the Wait. The singer announced today (March 17) that she will be releasing her new project on Friday, March 24. The new EP enlists the talents of many of Nashville’s hottest songwriters, including Fred Wilhelm, Caitlyn Smith, Heather Morgan,…
The Academy of Country Music revealed today (Feb. 9) the musical lineup and additional fan events for the 5th annual Party for a Cause in Las Vegas, March 30–April 2. The four-day country music smorgasbord culminates with the 52nd annual ACM Awards on April 2 in Las Vegas. The Week Vegas Goes Country will feature…
Kristian Bush is squeezing out every bit of “new” that the “new year” has to offer. In addition to scoring the new musical, Troubadour, a romantic comedy set in Nashville in the 1950s that opens in Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre on Jan. 18, the former Sugarland patriarch is releasing a new single, “Sing Along,” on January…
You’ve heard the saying “All good things must come to an end,” well apparently no one told Brad Paisley. The singer announced today (Dec. 12) that he will be extending his successful Life Amplified Tour into 2017, with dates in the northeastern part of the U.S. and Canada. The extended leg will kick off on…
Kelsea Ballerini, Scotty McCreery, LOCASH, Mickey Guyton, Lauren Alaina and Lindsay Ell are among the country artists that have put their voices together on a new single and music video, “The Human Race.” “The Human Race,” an empowering anthem, is set to premiere Thursday, Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. ET on Radio Disney and Radio…
There was a plethora of collaborations during the 50th annual CMA Awards last night (Nov. 2), but none more energizing than Carrie Underwood’s performance of her current single, “Dirty Laundry,” backed up by some of country’s hottest female newcomers. If you weren’t paying attention, you may not have noticed Carrie’s awesome backup band. But if…
The 64th annual BMI awards—where country stars get decked out and awards are doled out—were held last night (Nov. 2) at the BMI offices in Nashville.The event honors songwriters and publishers of the most-performed country songs of the past year. It was a big night for Kenny Chesney, who was honored with the BMI President’s…
Calling all country music lovers. Looking for something to do? Well, we have just the thing for you. Head over to Las Vegas for the Route 91 Country Music Festival on Sept 30–Oct. 2. Headliners for the festival include Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley. Multiple acts will be joining the headliners throughout the…
Last night (Aug. 9) Lady Antebellum was awarded the Music Heals Award at the Musicians On Call Half a Million Moments Nashville Celebration. “We are excited to honor Lady Antebellum for all they have done for Musicians On Call and hospital patients throughout their career,” said Pete Griffin, Musicians On Call president. “This intimate event will celebrate…
