Vince Gill is the latest recipient of the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award. Gill was honored at the 2025 CMA Awards, starting with Brandi Carlile and Patty Loveless singing “When I Call Your Name” in tribute to Gill. George Strait surprised the crowd by appearing to give Gill the honor. “It’s such an honor to be here tonight for…
There isn’t a genre of music that is more patriotic than country music, and with good reason. Many of the past and present hitmakers also served in the military prior to their careers in music. In honor of Veterans Day, we are celebrating seven artists who also proudly served in the Armed Forces. 1. George Strait George Strait enlisted…
Country music is rich in songs about faith. With the heart of country music located in Nashville, Tennessee, in the middle of the Bible Belt, it makes sense that so many artists would record songs about their spiritual beliefs. While there are far too many songs about faith within country music to count, we picked ten of our favorites….
A new collaboration is out, and it’s a career first. The Oak Ridge Boys teamed up with Willie Nelson for a new duet, “I Thought About You, Lord,” out now. The song marks the first time the two Country Music Hall of Fame member acts have worked together throughout their legendary careers. “I Thought About You Lord,” was penned…
George Strait is headlining a show later this year, with Carrie Underwood, Willie Nelson and Little Big Town serving as his opening acts. The King of Country Music will headline the second night of ATLive, on October 21, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Strait announced the news on social media. Atlanta! George is heading to ATLive 2023 at…
Sheryl Crow will be inducted later this year into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, along with Willie Nelson, Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, Missy Elliott, the late George Michael and the Spinners. For Crow, there isn’t another artist that she would rather join her in this year’s class than Nelson. “I got to sing with Willie the other…
It’s official! Willie Nelson will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The 90-year-old was announced as a nominee earlier this year, with the final class just announced, which includes Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, Missy Elliott, the late George Michael and the Spinners. Nelson’s upcoming induction comes one year after fellow Country…
Country music is rich in songs about faith. With the heart of country music located in Nashville, Tennessee, in the middle of the Bible Belt, it makes sense that so many artists would record songs about their spiritual beliefs. While there are far too many songs about faith within country music to count, we picked ten of our favorites….
Willie Nelson will turn 90 years old on April 29, but he’s still as healthy — and active — as ever. The Texan credits his longevity to a mostly healthy diet, and an active schedule, in spite of his advancing age. “I don’t eat a lot,” Nelson tells E! News, adding that enjoys eggs, waffles, toast and plenty of…
The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees have just been announced, and the list includes one country music superstar, and one artist with deep ties to country music. Willie Nelson and Sheryl Crow are among the list of nominees, along with Missy Elliott, the White Stripes, the late George Michael, Cyndi Lauper, the late Warren Zevon ,and…
