Tenille Arts has the No. 1 song in the country, with her single, “Somebody Like That,” making history in the process. The song, written by Arts along with Allison Cruz and Alex Kline, marks the first time a song hit No. 1 that was written, performed and produced solely by females. Kline, who produced the track, is also the…
Garth Brooks is giving fans an update on his next album, Fun. Although he planned on releasing it by now, the singer says he is waiting for the right time, due to COVID-19, and hints he might have something else in the works as well. “Fun is coming. Fun is done,” Garth revealed as part of his Inside Studio…
The Chicks, formerly known as the Dixie Chicks, just released their latest album, Gaslighter. Released on Columbia Nashville, it’s a mix of the unique sounds and lyrics that have always made the trio stand out. Although the band had plenty of success in country radio, the three women — Natalie Maines, Emily Strayer and Martie Maguire — insist that…
Being a black artist in country music hasn’t been easy for Darius Rucker. The 54-year-old suffered in silence for a while, as many made decisions about his music based on the color of his skin, but says he can no longer afford to stay silent about such an important issue. “I’ve lived with racism my whole life,” Darius said…
It’s not the outcome they wanted, but Lady A has been forced to pursue legal action against singer Anita White, over the use of their name. The trio, made up of Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood, announced last month that they were officially changing their name from Lady Antebellum to Lady A, in an effort to be…
The Dixie Chicks appear to be following in the footsteps of Lady A, and have changed their name to reflect their opposition to the ongoing racial injustice n the United States. The trio, made up of Natalie Maines, Emily Strayer and Martie Maguire, have dropped “Dixie” from their name, and will be known as just “The Chicks,” moving forward….
Tennessee Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk is speaking out about the need for equality among the team, and taking a strong stand against any form of racism, in light of the tragic death of George Floyd. In a statement shared both on social media and on the official website of the Tennessee Titans, Amy stressed not only the importance…
Mickey Guyton has never been afraid to touch deep subjects in her music, whether it be with her debut single, “Better Than You Left Me,” or her recent “What Are You Gonna Tell Her?” about equality among genders. But it’s her latest, “Black Like Me,” that is by far the most poignant. Mickey felt compelled to release the song,…
New music is here from Walker Hayes! The singer just dropped “Trash My Heart,” which in many ways launches a new musical chapter for Walker –– one where he thinks less and focuses on having fun more. “I did a writer’s retreat, and here’s the reason: I just spend too much time on writing for songs for albums and…
Natalie Grant will not be quiet about something that is important to her, even if it might cost her some fans. The Christian music singer and her husband, songwriter and producer Bernie Herms, were vocal in speaking out against racism after the senseless death of George Floyd, which some of her now-former fans didn’t appreciate. “’Love one another,’” Natalie…
