Jason Isbell was among one of the first artists to announce he would require a COVID-19 vaccine, or negative test, to attend his show, and he isn’t backing down. The 42-year-old, who fronts the band Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit, explains why he is so insistent on implementing the policy, as numbers of the delta variant of COVID-19…
Country music has a lot of songs about drinking and partying, but for numerous artists, they might sing about alcohol, but they choose not to imbibe. We found 17 country music artists who, due to former addictions, health issues or just personal beliefs, are completely sober. 1. Tim McGraw Tim McGraw gave up drinking thanks in large part to…
The Nitty Gritty Band is heading out on one final tour. The group, which released their eponymous freshman album in 1967, will embark on their massive ALL THE GOOD TIMES: The Farewell Tour, kicking off on March 21st in Bowling Green, Kentucky. “‘All The Good Times’ perfectly describes our career,” the band says in a statement. “Playing our music…
Country music has a lot of songs about drinking and partying, but for numerous artists, they might sing about alcohol, but they choose not to imbibe. We found 14 country music artists who, due to former addictions, health issues or just personal beliefs, are completely sober. 1. Tim McGraw Tim McGraw gave up drinking thanks in large part to…
Country music might be filled with songs about whiskey, beer, and wild nights on the town, but there are several artists within the genre who choose not to imbibe. Whether it’s because they have successfully battled an addiction, or simply choose not to partake, we found 12 singers in country music who have chosen to remain sober. 1. Tim…
Amy Grant is still soaking up the recent Kennedy Centers Honors ceremony, where she was recognized alongside U2, Gladys Knight, George Clooney, and composer and conductor Tania León. The gospel singer was honored in several musical tributes, as well as a tribute by Katie Couric, with the ceremony airing on December 28 on CBS. Grant spoke out about the extraordinary…
Country music might be filled with songs about whiskey, beer, and wild nights on the town, but there are several artists within the genre who choose not to imbibe. Whether it’s because they have successfully battled an addiction, or simply choose not to partake, we found ten singers in country music who choose to remain sober. 1. Tim McGraw…
Travis Tritt is speaking out about his recent announcement that he is canceling his concerts in venues that require the COVID-19 vaccine, a recent negative COVID test, and/or the wearing of masks. The Grand Ole Opry member says he made the decision after finishing his run on the road with Brooks & Dunn, on their Reboot Tour, based on what…
John Legend might be one of the reigning pop and R&B superstars, but he is no stranger to country music either. The 42-year-old has collaborated with artists like Carrie Underwood and Kane Brown, and is a good friend to Blake Shelton, thanks to their time together on The Voice. “Those boundaries are artificial anyway, to begin with,” Legend tells…
Travis Tritt is speaking out against artists and venues who are requiring concert attendees to be vaccinated to attend shows. The Grand Ole Opry member issued a statement on Friday, August 20, saying those requirements go against the rights of those who want to attend shows without being vaccinated. “In light of recently announced policies and mandates from some…
