Home Free has another award to add to their collection. The five-man group earned a Gold Play Button by YouTube, in honor of exceeding one million subscribers on their official YouTube channel. Home Free shared the news in a behind-the-scenes video of the recording of their latest collaboration, “American Pie,” with the song’s writer and performer, Don McLean. “When…
Nashville is known as Music City, and with good reason. The capitol of the state of Tennessee is rich in musical history, dating back well over 100 years. We are taking a look at nine of our favorite places in Nashville to spend some time, and learn more about the heritage of the robust city. 1. The Country Music…
We recently got to chat with Phil Vassar about his third season of Songs From the Cellar, his newly-launched podcast, and much more. But before we ended our lengthy chat, we asked him 11 of our biggest questions. Read his interesting answers below. 1. Where is your favorite vacation spot? Marco Island. It’s in South Florida. It’s just…
Dolly Parton is one of more than a dozen artists appearing on Barry Gibb‘s 12-track duets album, Greenfields: The Gibb Brothers Songbook Vol. 1, out on Friday, January 8. The Bee Gees singer praises Parton for who she is away from the stage as much as who she is as a celebrity. “Dolly was a great thrill, and as incredible…
2020 hasn’t been kind in a lot of ways, including saying goodbye to several important artists. From the recent loss of Charlie Daniels, to the death of Joe Diffie, one of the first celebrities to die from COVID-19, we are taking a look back at eight artists who have passed away in 2020 so far. 1. Joe Diffie Joe’s…
The 2020 CMA Awards kicked off with a musical tribute to Charlie Daniels, and what a tribute it was. Dierks Bentley began the montage of hits by singing “Long Haired Country Boy,” followed by joining Brothers Osborne to sing “Trudy.” Ashley McBryde then sang “Texas,” with Brothers Osborne’s John Osborne lending his guitar talents, ending the medley with Jason…
Miranda Lambert and Carly Pearce with Lee Brice are among early CMA Awards winners! Miranda won the CMA Award for Music Video of the Year, for “Bluebird,” while Carly and Lee took home the CMA Award for Musical Event of the Year, for “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” In addition to the early CMA Awards winners, more performance details…
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…
Darius Rucker will make his hosting debut at the 2020 CMA Awards, where he will be joined by hosting veteran Reba McEntire. Although his co-host has plenty of experience, the South Carolina native admits he is still full of nerves leading up to the big day. “I was very nervous, ’cause I’ve never done anything like that before,” Darius…
Charley Pride was one of the biggest trend-setters in country music, and now he is being honored for his contributions. The 86-year-old will receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, during the live broadcast of the CMA Awards next month. “Charley Pride is the epitome of a trailblazer,” Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer, says of the honor. “Few…
