Alan Jackson captured the hearts and feelings of millions of Americans when he wrote “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” in October of 2001, in response to the tragic September 11 terrorist attack. At the time, Jackson had no idea he was writing a song that would, quite literally, be heard around the world. Instead, the Grand Ole…
The nominees for the 2025 CMA Awards were just announced, with the list topped by Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, and Lainey Wilson, who each have six nominations. As in previous years, several artists were also inexplicably omitted from this year’s nominees. Even more surprising, some of country music’s biggest stars have never walked away with a CMA Award. We uncover seven…
When Lee Greenwood first released “God Bless the U.S.A.” in 1984, he had no idea how much the song would become America’s anthem 17 years later, after the tragic September 11 attacks on America. Keep reading to find out everything to know about Greenwood’s most popular song. Who Wrote “God Bless the U.S.A’: Greenwood wrote “God Bless the U.S.A.” by…
A new song is coming from Jamey Johnson and Ronnie Dunn! The two singers announce the release of “Never Gonna Be,” out on September 12. Dunn penned the song with Terry McBride 15 years ago, when Johnson’s career was just beginning. To have Dunn now on the song with Johnson is a full-circle moment for him. “It makes me…
Carrie Underwood has been outspoken about her strong Christian faith. The mother of two, who led her church in “Goodness of God” last year, has returned to lead worship again, this time singing a brand-new song. A video posted by Thrive Worship shows Underwood performing a tune called “Pour Your Spirit Out.,” likely at Underwood’s home church, Rolling Hills…
Few people know Kenny Chesney as well as Old Dominion. The band, fronted by lead singer Matthew Ramsey, has joined Chesney on several of his massive tours, giving them a first-person view of who Chesney is behind the scenes. It’s why Ramsey says Chesney is so worthy to enter the Country Music Hall of Fame next month. “He definitely…
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John Tesh is back to making music. The multi-talented star just released SPORTS, an instrumental album of 11 original songs inspired by some of the most iconic moments in sports, like the Tour de France, Ironman, Olympics and more. The record also includes two versions of his “Roundball Rock” song, which is returning as the theme of the NBA…
Chris Young has been part of the country music scene since competing on Nashville Star in 2006, where he was crowned the winner. Young has a Top 40 hit at radio with “‘Til The Last One Dies,” the debut single from his first album on Black River Entertainment. Already establishing himself as one of country music’s reigning hitmakers, we’re…
Cody Johnson is speaking out about his multiple nominations for the upcoming CMA Awards. Johnson is nominated for four awards, including Entertainer of the Year. “What a great honor it is to be recognized for simply loving country music so much,” Johnson says. “I’m grateful for the liberty I have in this business to create the music I want to make….
The nominees for the 2025 CMA Awards are in, with Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, and Lainey Wilson leading the list with six nods each. While there are plenty of worthy nominees, including Zach Top getting five nominations, and Tucker Wetmore receiving his first-ever CMA Awards nomination, there are several artists who should have been nominated, but weren’t. Keep reading to find out…
