If there was any question if Patty Loveless still had the vocal prowess she was known for during her reign at country radio during the late ’80s and all through the ’90s, those questions were quickly answered with her performance at the CMA Awards. The country music icon performed “You’ll Never Leave Harlan Alive” with Chris Stapleton and his…
Chris Stapleton is continuing his reign as the CMA Male Vocalist of the Year. The singer has won in the category a total of six times, since his first nomination in 2015. He also won the award in 2021. Other nominees in the category included Eric Church, Luke Combs, Cody Johnson and Morgan Wallen. “Thank you so much for…
A new round of performers has been announced for the upcoming CMA Awards, including Reba McEntire and Chris Stapleton. They join an all-star cast of artists added to the live broadcast, including Brothers Osborne, Brandy Clark, Luke Combs, Caylee Hammack, Cody Johnson, Elle King, Patty Loveless, Ashley McBryde, John Osborne, Katy Perry, Pillbox Patti, Cole Swindell, The Black Keys,…
George Strait is teaming up with Chris Stapleton for several unforgettable stadium shows in 2023. The two will combine their talents for six shows, beginning on May 6 in Glendale, Arizona. Little Big Town will serve as the opening act. “It just felt right,” Strait tells Billboard of the tour dates. “I had the opportunity to work with Chris…
Luke Bryan just announced the lineup for his 2023 Crash My Playa, and it features a few returning guests, plus some first-timers. Bryan’s fellow American Idol judge, and upcoming Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Lionel Richie will serve as the event’s special guest, marking his debut at the Caribbean music event. Chris Stapleton and Cole Swindell will…
Chris Stapleton is being forced to reschedule this weekend’s shows, after he tested positive for COVID-19. The 44-year-old posted a letter to his fans on social media, sharing the disappointing news. “To all my friends in Salt Lake City and Denver, I am very sorry to let you all know that I have tested positive for Covid and will…
Chris Stapleton will soon receive a huge honor. The 44-year-old will have an exhibit, Chris Stapleton: Since 1978, open at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The exhibit will be open on July 1, and remain open until May 14, 2023. “Chris Stapleton is a powerful and emotive singer, a prolific and poetic songwriter and a skilled…
Chris Stapleton is being forced to cancel a few of his Canadian shows on his All-American Road Show Tour, due to a positive case of COVID-19. Stapleton and his wife, Morgane, shared the disappointing news in a statement posted on social media. “To all of our friends in London, Ottawa, & Montreal, we are sorry to let you know…
Chris Stapleton is the reigning Male Artist of the Year at the ACM Awards! Stapleton was nominated in a category of impressive talent, which included Jimmie Allen, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett and Morgan Wallen. “I want to thank first of all my wife, Morgane Stapleton,” the singer said from stage. “She’s my rock; everything I do is because of…
Chris Stapleton was already earning notoriety in Nashville, and the country music community, before he became friends — and later a duet partner — with Justin Timberlake. The Kentucky native, who dropped out of college to pursue music full-time, had a songwriting and a record deal, and was writing and releasing music that he loved, and that was beginning to…
