Thomas Rhett‘s Christmas celebrations are always a big family affair, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. The father of four reveals that he and his wife, Lauren Akins, always host for the holidays, with lots of people, lots of food, and memories that Rhett hopes will last for years to come. “It’s insane,” Rhett reveals. “I mean, it genuinely…
Kenny Chesney‘s band, road crew and other staff are the ones getting honored, and no one is happier than their tour boss. The singer’s employees received a total of 17 CMA Touring Awards nominations after his 2024 Sun Goes Down Tour, in multiple categories including Tour Manager of the Year, Stage Manager of the Year, Unsung Hero of the…
Adam Bell-Bastien is the newest member of Home Free, joining over the summer after Austin Brown made the decision to leave the group, but he isn’t a stranger to the all-vocal band. Bastien’s history with Home Free goes back to their early years, when he almost became one of the members, never dreaming that he would become part of the…
Jelly Roll just celebrated his sixth No. 1 single with “I Am Not Okay,” the debut single from his Beautifully Broken album, released in October. The song, written by Jelly Roll, along with Taylor Phillips, Ashley Gorley and Casey Brown, is an anthem of positivity and encouragement, even in the face of challenges and adversity. “I had the idea…
Scotty McCreery and Ella Langley are just two of the artists being honored by Rolling Stone for their recent records. McCreery’s Rise & Fall and Langley’s Hungover are among those listed as the outlet’s The 30 Best Country and Americana Albums of 2024. Rise & Fall came in at No. 12, with the record lauded for the mature content,…
New Year’s Eve: Nashville’s Big Bash is shaping up to be one of the most star-studded lineups of all time. Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Tyler Hubbard, Post Malone, Chris Stapleton, Shaboozey, Zach Top and Brittney Spencer will now perform as part of the five-hour televised special. They join a previously-announced list of artists…
Brandon Davis is doing his part to help ring in the holidays. The Chattanooga native performed two songs, both “December” and “One More Christmas Eve,” as part of American Country Network’s inaugural American Country Christmas special, which also included performances by Ty Herndon, Lucas Hoge, Jonathan McReynolds and more. The father of four, with two on the way, recently released…
Dolly Parton and her husband, Carl Dean, have been married for more than 58 years, an almost unheard-of feat for someone in the entertainment industry. But for Parton, the key to their successful relationship is more a testament to who they each are as people, than any formula or secret. “He’s quiet and I’m loud, and we’re funny,” she…
It’s hard to believe Lainey Wilson could have a bigger year than she had in 2024. The Lousiana native headlined her own tours, had hit singles at radio, opened her own Bell Bottoms Up Bar, became a member of the Grand Ole Opry, filmed her part as Abby for a recurring role in Yellowstone, won numerous awards, released her…
Blake Shelton is doing his part to help honor one of his musical idols. The 48-year-old is teaming up with Lucky Horseshoe Entertainment and Anomaly Content & Entertainment to create a documentary on the life and career of Keith Whitley, who was just 34 years old when he passed away in 1989. “Keith Whitley released only three albums during…
