Alabama made a generous donation while performing recently in Kentucky. The country music supergroup gave $25,000 towards flood relief efforts in The Bluegrass State, after extensive flooding last month caused at least 37 fatalities, and extensive building and property damage. Alabama members Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry spoke out about their donation, which was given to the Foundation for…
Luke Bryan will return once again to serve as a judge on American Idol, along with Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, joined also by host Ryan Seacrest. The upcoming season, which marks the sixth one for all three of the judges to be part of the reality TV talent show, is not only a chance for Bryan to see…
Carrie Underwood will embark on her The Denim & Rhinestones Tour in October, joined by Jimmie Allen as her opening act. Already known for her theatrical shows, the new tour marks Underwood’s first since her 2019 Cry Pretty Tour, and she vows to make this one her best yet. “There’s so much work that goes into putting on a…
Carly Pearce still can’t believe she is the reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year. The Kentucky native, who was crowned the winner in November, is still coming to terms with her title, even after all this time. “I stare at it quite often,” Pearce admits to her record label. “It’s really still hard, even eight months later, to…
It’s a new era for the Nashville food scene, with the opening of Buds & Brews. The restaurant and bar, located at 1244 3rd Avenue, in the Germantown district, is the first restaurant in Nashville to offer legal and safe cannabis, in a fun and welcoming environment, along with drinks and a complete menu as well. “I am excited…
It’s pretty clear that Jake Hoot can sing pretty much anything, including a Prince classic. The father of two recently performed a cover of Prince’s “Purple Rain,” while serving as the opening act for an Alabama concert in Kentucky. Hoot kicked off the song by introducing his band members, whom he affectionately called the “Band of Drummers,” prominently featuring…
Walker Hayes had many moments early in his country music career when he was tempted to give up. But ironically, after the viral success of “Fancy Like,” the father of six was also ready to give up as well, when the hit song took him away from his family for long periods of time. “I’m just telling you all…
Vince Gill has had one of the most successful careers in country music, with a career that has spanned more than 40 years. Now, the Country Music Hall of Fame member will be honored in musical tribute, with a TV special, CMT Giants: Vince Gill. The show will premiere on CMT on Friday, September 16, at 9:00 PM ET….
More music is coming from Michael Ray! After releasing his Higher Education EP in 2021, the Florida native reveals another EP, The Warehouse Sessions will be released on Friday, August 5. The five-track record includes live versions of four songs from his latest project, including his recent multi-week, No. 1 hit, “Whiskey and Rain,” along with his 2016 hit,…
Lady A is postponing their Request Line Tour, scheduled to kick off with two back-to-back shows on August 13 and 14 at the Ryman Auditorium. The trio, which includes Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood, announced the news in a statement shared on social media, revealing that the decision was made while Kelley works on getting sober. “We…
