Happy anniversary to Trace Adkins! The 61-year-old celebrated his 20th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry, with a special appearance in honor of the milestone. “For me, it means that I’m a better man than I would have been had I not been a member of the Grand Ole Opry because I take it very seriously……
It was a weekend of highs and lows for Luke Bryan. The singer-songwriter sold out Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Friday, August 11, for the sixth time in his career, as part of his Country On Tour. Unfortunately, Bryan is still being plagued by vocal problems, which had forced him to cancel shows earlier in the month, also forcing him…
Alabama and The Oak Ridge Boys are speaking out about their epic “Jesus and John Wayne” collaboration, for the Gaither Tribute: Honoring the Songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither album. The two iconic groups have been friends and fans of each other for decades, which is what made combining their talents on one song so special, to all of them….
Scotty McCreery is still friends with, and a fan of, Lauren Alaina. The two met on Season 10 of American Idol, where McCreery was crowned the winner in 2011, with Alaina the runner-up. Although their busy careers, and different locations, keep them from spending much time together, the father of one says he still loves every chance he gets…
Talk about an epic collaboration. Alabama is joined by The Oak Ridge Boys for “Jesus and John Wayne,” out now. The song is part of the forthcoming, star-studded new record, Gaither Tribute: Honoring the Songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither, available on August 26. Alabama and The Oak Ridge Boys join an impressive list of artists on the project, including…
New music from Whey Jennings is here! “Wild Child,” which is autobiographical to Jennings’ own life, was recorded live with his own band, making it as authentic as he could, while also honoring the legacy of his grandfather, the late Waylon Jennings . “This is a real country album,” Jennings says on social media, speaking of “Wild Child.” “Everything is…
The sky is the limit for Scotty McCreery, as his career continues to soar to new heights. The American Idol alum, currently on the road with Brooks & Dunn, on their REBOOT 2023 Tour, hints that he has something big — really big — planned this fall, which he can’t quite announce yet. “We’ve got some cool stuff that I’m…
Whey Jennings is continuing his family’s legacy with his new album, If It Wasn’t For the Sinnin’, out now. The five-track EP landed in the Top 30 on iTunes when it was released. “I can’t thank y’all enough for all the support through the years,” Jennings shares on social media. “It’s been a bumpy road at times but the…
The Country Music Hall of Fame inducted four new members on Sunday, May 1. The Judds, the late Ray Charles, drummer Eddie Bayers and the late Pete Drake were all inducted, celebrating their numerous accomplishments in country music. Pete Drake, one of the most influential pedal steel guitarists of any genre, was inducted into the Recording and/or Touring Musician…
Country music is mourning the loss of one of its champions. Ralph Emery, esteemed radio and television broadcaster, passed away on January 15. Emery was 88 years old when he died of natural causes. A member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Emery became a fixture on both TV and on radio, prompting several in the country music…
