The music community was stunned by the sudden death of rocker Eddie Van Halen. The founder of the iconic rock group, Van Halen, Eddie was 65 years old when he died on October 6, from cancer. Several country artists paid tribute to the superstar, whose guitar playing and on-stage performance made him one of the most honored musicians of…
Bobby Bones might be one of the most successful media moguls of our time, but he still has a soft spot in his heart for the underdog, especially four-legged ones. The Arkansas native adopted his bulldog, Stanley, in 2019, although his beloved pet has had several health challenges since he became part of the radio host’s family, including requiring…
The Nashville Zoo has faced huge financial losses as a result of COVID-19, but now several country artists are stepping up to help. Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Vince Gill and Amy Grant will take part in a virtual fundraiser, From Nashville Zoo with Love. The event, held on October 8 on WKRN, will be hosted by WKRN‘s…
Thomas Rhett and his wife, Lauren Akins, will celebrate eight years of marriage on October 12. Childhood friends, the reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year says he knew, while in middle school, that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. “It’s been a long time coming for sure,” Thomas shared with his record label. “I…
When Bill Anderson released his debut album, Still, in 1963, he likely never envisioned that, 57 years later, he would still be making music, but at 82 years old, he has no plans of slowing down. The Country Music Hall of Fame member just released his 73rd album, The Hits Re-Imagined, featuring ten of his biggest hits as a…
Keith Urban might know how to write a love song, but he now knows how to live one as well, thanks to his wife, Nicole Kidman. The New Zealand native opened up about their relationship, and how she helps him learn how to communicate — a skill he didn’t have before her. “It took marrying Nic to learn all…
Tony Stampley has written songs for George Jones, Randy Travis, John Anderson, Travis Tritt and more, but his new song, “Colorblind,” is one he is releasing on his own. Written with his good friend, and frequent collaborator, Bonnie Swayze, the song is Tony’s response to the unrest that seems to be happening, with alarming frequency, all over the country….
Natasha Owens‘ faith has never been more important to her than right now. As the world struggles with the global coronavirus pandemic, not to mention political and racial unrest, the gospel singer credits her faith with helping her stay strong amid so much uncertainty. “Christians have an unbelievable opportunity right now to be a light to the darkness,” Natasha…
It’s been nine years since Scotty McCreery became the Season 10 winner of American Idol. The North Carolina native hasn’t slowed down since then, joining the ranks of artists like Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson as one of a few artists who have managed to parlay their time on the reality TV talent show into a success story. “My…
We are back with another 11 questions, this time for Home Free‘s Tim Foust! We asked the Texas native some of the things we were dying to know, like what he loves about Nashville, his favorite place to vacation, and more. Read on to find out all the details about Home Free’s resident bass singer. 1. When did you…
