Steven Curtis Chapman recently performed his current single, “Together (We’ll Get Through This)” at an empty Ryman Auditorium. The song was written by Steven in response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, so it seemed only fitting that he performs it in the historic venue, which was also closed because of COVID-19. “I went to the Ryman to do a…
Randy Travis came out with his revealing autobiography, Forever and Ever, Amen: A Memoir of Music, Faith and Braving the Storms of Life last year, sharing previously untold stories of some of the darkest days of his life and career, along with plenty of milestones as well. The Grand Ole Opry member bared his heart and soul in Forever…
The Nashville Predators are one step closer to being able to play, and finish out the 2019-2020 season. The NHL just announced that on Monday, June 8, they will transition to Phase 2 of its Return to Play Plan, which allows the 24 teams in the playoffs to begin training in their training facilities. “Clubs will be permitted to…
Granger Smith’s wife, Amber, is honoring her 3-year-old son, River, one year after he passed away. The child drowned in the family’s swimming pool on June 6, 2019. “365 days since I held your curious, playful, vivacious spirit alive,” Amber began in an Instagram post. “It’s hard for me to grasp that I’ve been without you a third of…
Dollywood is opening up again! The theme park, owned by Dolly Parton, closed due to COVID-19, but will reopen on June 15 and 16 for season ticket holders, and on June 17 for the general public. Dolly shared the good news on the park’s website, with a video message. “Growing up in the Smoky Mountains, I learned that everything…
Craig Morgan has been friends with Blake Shelton for years –– long before either of them had much success in country music. The two have gone through many stages of life together, but Craig never imagined how well Blake would take to being a father to his girlfriend, Gwen Stefani‘s, three sons: Kingston, Zuma and Apollo. “We talk about…
Three of Christian music’s biggest acts are hitting the road –– together! Michael W. Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman and Mac Powell will head out on their Drive-In Theater Tour, kicking off on July 16 in Watertown, Tennessee. “These kinds of tours have never been done before and I love a great adventure, no pun intended,” Michael told MusicRow. Steven…
Tennessee Titans‘ Kevin Byard is following in the footsteps of coach Mike Vrabel, and speaking out about race. The comments, which were sparked by the outrage over the death of George Floyd, were given on The Jim Rome Show earlier this week. “First and foremost, my condolences go out to George Floyd and his family,” Kevin said (via TennesseeTitans.com)….
Keith Urban is one of the most prolific and talented musicians, of any genre, but he didn’t always consider himself an achiever. The 52-year-old was asked if he helped his daughters, 11-year-old Sunday Rose and 9-year-old Faith Margaret, with their schooling while they were home due to the coronavirus pandemic, and revealed that academics aren’t necessarily his strong suit….
Author Jake Brown is back again with another book, this time Behind the Boards: Nashville. The book takes an in-depth look at the stories behind some of Music City’s biggest songs, through the eyes of the producer. Music industry veteran Tony Brown, whose numerous credits include Reba McEntire, Lionel Richie, Trisha Yearwood, Brooks & Dunn and more, gave the…
