Kenny Chesney wrote five of the 15 songs on his latest album, BORN. The country music hitmaker has written plenty of his own songs over the years, including “Knowing You,” “The Tin Man,” “Turning Home,” “Beer in Mexico” and more, but for all of his success, Chesney firmly believes his best days as a songwriter are still ahead of…
The nominees for the 2024 ACM Awards have been announced, and while there were plenty of pleasant surprises (including Cody Johnson‘s first Entertainer of the Year nomination), there were also several surprising omissions, from artists who were more than worthy of being nominated. Keep reading to see who should have been nominated this year, but inexplcably was not. 1. Chris Young…
The nominations for the 2024 ACM Awards are out, and there are plenty of happy surprises. From first-time nominations to formerly overlooked artists, keep reading to find ten artists who have much to celebrate. 1. Cody Johnson’s Entertainer of the Year Nomination Cody Johnson‘s career seems to be on a rapid ascent, and it’s great that the music industry…
Keith Urban has kicked off his role as a Mega Mentor on this season of The Voice. The father of two was eager to do be part of the popular reality TV talent show for multiple reasons, including the chance to work with his good friend, Reba McEntire. “I love Reba. I love her,” Urban said while on the…
The nominees for the 2024 ACM Awards have been revealed! Luke Combs leads the list of nominees with eight, followed by Morgan Wallen and Megan Moroney with six nominations. Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, and Lainey Wilson have five, and Jelly Roll and Jordan Davis have four each. The ACM Awards will air live on Thursday, May 16, from the…
Lorrie Morgan is asking for prayer for her husband, Randy White who is battling mouth cancer. The singer shared the news on social media. “We thank you for your prayers,” Morgan posted. “I asked my team to release this information today … We deeply appreciate the prayers and well wishes, and for continued support and privacy as we focus…
Jelly Roll never expected to walk away from the CMT Music Awards with three trophies, for the second year in a row. The 39-year-old knows his style of country music is different from most other artists, as is his eclectic background. To win in all of the categories he was nominated in, including taking home Video of the Year, is…
It was a big night for Trisha Yearwood at the 2024 CMT Music Awards. The Grand Ole Opry member both received the inaugural June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award, and made her world-premiere performance of her original “Put It In A Song,” part of a forthcoming new album that includes, for the first time, songs that Yearwood penned. Actress Jane…
Toby Keith was honored with a star-studded, emotional tribute at the CMT Music Awards. The country music icon, who passed away from stomach cancer on February 5, was remembered with performances by Brooks & Dunn, Sammy Hagar and Lainey Wilson, along with tributes by Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemens. Brooks & Dunn performed “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” while Wilson…
Keith Urban brought the energy to the CMT Music Awards. The singer-songwriter performed “Straight Line,” the debut single from his forthcoming new album, dropping a hint at the beginning of his performance. Urban yelled “5-3-24” at the start of his performance, hopefully alluding to a release date for his new album. Ahead of his performance, Urban shared why singing…
