The 2020 CMA Awards are officially in the past. The intimate ceremony, which was closed to the public this year because of COVID-19, was hosted by seasoned pro Reba McEntire, along with Darius Rucker, who made his hosting debut last night — and is already eager to do it again. “If they call me back next year,” Darius said…
Without Charley Pride, there might not be a Jimmie Allen in country music. The “This Is Us” singer is opening up about the influence the living legend had on him, ahead of the 2020 CMA Awards, where Jimmie will present the 86-year-old with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award. “It means a lot,” Jimmie told the Country Music Association…
Darius Rucker isn’t afraid to admit he’s afraid. The singer will make his debut hosting the 2020 CMA Awards on Wednesday, November 11, and although he will be joined by veteran host Reba McEntire, that does little to calm his nerves heading into the big night. “Everything scares me about this,” Darius told Billboard with a laugh. “There’s nothing…
The 2020 CMA Awards are almost here! The show, which is celebrating its 54th year this year, looks a lot different than in years past, due to the coronavirus pandemic. We’ve rounded up everything to know about the show, including performers, presenters, last-minute changes and more. Hosts: Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker will co-host together. Although Reba is a veteran at…
Dolly Parton has dropped the song, “Cuddle Up, Cozy Down Christmas” collaboration with Michael Bublé, from her upcoming A Holly Dolly Christmas album, as well as the whimsical video. The 74-year-old shared the song and cartoon video on social media. Enjoy the official U.S. premiere of the music video for “Cuddle Up, Cozy Down Christmas,” my song with the…
The holidays are starting early for Dolly Parton, thanks to the success of her A Holly Dolly Christmas album. The record, released on October 2, landed at No. 1 on two charts on Billboard: Top Country Albums and Top Holiday Albums, with more than 26,000 in album sales. “I am so proud and humbled to have my album reach…
Dolly Parton might be small, but she still loves to eat! The 74-year-old reveals what her biggest weakness is when it comes to healthy eating, which she blames for not being able to stay on any diet for very long. “Every diet I ever fell off of has been because of a potato,” Dolly revealed to Wired. “Either French…
There isn’t much Jeannie Seely hasn’t done. The 80-year-old has released more than a dozen albums, had numerous hit singles, became a member of the Grand Ole Opry when she was only 27 years old, and continues to reinvent herself, including with her latest album, An American Classic. The 13-track project, a mix of both new songs, and new…
Reba McEntire expected to be on the road this year, something she has done almost consistently for more than 40 years. Of course, her tour plans — along with the plans of every other artist — had to be canceled or postponed because of COVID-19, forcing the 65-year-old to fill her time in other ways. “I miss being on…
Chris Stapleton may not say a lot when he isn’t on stage, but when he does speak, what he says carries weight. The 42-year-old recently spoke out about the Black Lives Matter movement, urging others to do as much as possible to bring an end to racial inequality. “I think everybody should be doing more,” Chris told CBS This…
