Little Big Town surprised Kelsea Ballerini with an invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry. After Kelsea performed her segment during the Opry’s showcase on March 5, Little Big Town took the stage to close out the show, inviting Kelsea onstage to help them perform “Girl Crush.” As LBT was concluding the song, the group…… MORE
Justin Moore Readies Most Traditional-Sounding Album to Date, “Late Nights & Longnecks”
Justin Moore revealed he will release his upcoming fifth studio album, Late Night and Longnecks, on April 26. Justin co-wrote every track on the 10-song offering, which also features songwriters Casey Beathard, David Lee Murphy, Paul DiGiovanni, Rhett Akins, Jeremy Stover and more. With backing from guitar virtuoso Brent Mason and pedal steel icon Paul…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini Says Top 20 Single “Miss Me More” Has an Important Message for Women: “You’re Always Worth Standing Up For”
Kelsea Ballerini has another Top 20 hit on her hands with her current single, “Miss Me More,” which is No. 17 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart after 19 weeks. “Miss Me More” was penned by Kelsea, David Hodges and Brett McLaughlin at a time when Kelsea says she was rediscovering herself after a bad breakup. The…… MORE
Chris Janson’s New “Good Vibes” Video Is an Uplifting Family Affair [Watch]
Chris Janson released a family-friendly video—starring his wife and children—for his new single, “Good Vibes.” The video for the uplifting tune, which was directed by Michael Monaco, also features non-actors—like police officers and a military member—sharing positive experiences with others. Penned by Chris, Ashley Gorley and Zach Crowel, “Good Vibes” is the lead single from…… MORE
Jordan Davis Scores Second No. 1 Single With “Take It From Me,” a Tune Co-Penned by His Brother
Jordan Davis scored the second No. 1 single of his career as “Take It From Me” topped the Mediabase chart this week. The tune follows Jordan’s debut single, “Singles You Up,” which reached No. 1 in April 2018. “Take It From Me” has extra-special significance for Jordan—it’s a song he co-penned with his brother Jacob…… MORE
Country Music Association Announces Initial Lineup for 2019 CMA Fest
The Country Music Association has revealed the initial artist lineup for this year’s CMA Fest, which features hundreds of artists performing on multiple stages throughout downtown Nashville on June 6–9. Nissan Stadium Stage Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Miranda Lambert, Little Big…… MORE
Trace Adkins and Clint Black Team Up for Co-Headlining Tour
Trace Adkins and Clint Black will join forces for a co-headlining tour this spring and summer. The Hits, Hats, History Tour will kick off on May 2 in Charlotte, N.C., making additional stops in Florida, Texas, South Carolina, Georgia and more. Terri Clark, John Berry and Craig Campbell will serve as support on select dates.…… MORE
Garth Brooks Sells 20,000 Vinyl Boxed Sets in 18 Hours
Garth Brooks sold 20,000 units of his upcoming vinyl boxed set, The Legacy Collection, on Feb. 28. The boxed set will feature five albums—No Fences, The Chase, In Pieces, Fresh Horses and Triple Live—available in three different packages: Analog, Remix-Remaster and Limited. Each package includes seven vinyl records. For 18 hours on Feb. 28, fans…… MORE
Dierks Bentley’s Seven Peaks Music Festival to Feature Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Travis Tritt, Jon Pardi & More
Dierks Bentley announced the lineup for his second annual Seven Peaks Music Festival in Buena Vista, Colo., on Labor Day Weekend (Aug. 30–Sept. 1). Artists joining Dierks this year include Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Jon Pardi, Mitchell Tenpenny, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Ryan Hurd, Steep Canyon Rangers, The War and Treaty, Tenille Townes and Caylee…… MORE
Carrie Underwood Adds U.K. Dates to Her “Cry Pretty Tour”
Carrie Underwood announced via Instagram on March 4 that she is taking her upcoming Cry Pretty Tour across the pond. Carrie will perform five U.K. shows in late June and early July. Carrie will be joined on the UK tour by special guests, The Shires, the UK’s best-selling country act of all time. Tickets for…… MORE
