Tom Douglas’ songs have been a mainstay in country music for more than 25 years, penning hits like Collin Raye‘s “Little Rock,” Lady A‘s “I Run to You,” Miranda Lambert‘s “The House That Built Me” and many more. Now, Douglas’ extraordinary life and career, from his Atlanta, Georgia upbringing to becoming one of the most-successful songwriters within country music,…
Reba McEntire is unlike anyone else in country music. The 66-year-old has not only released more than 30 albums, with over 80 Top 40 singles, but she’s also had a successful career as an actress, and remains as relevant as she was when her first album was released in 1977, and maybe more. To celebrate the unstoppable career of…
Collin Raye and Miranda Lambert are both mourning a deep loss, with the passing of Scotty Wray. Wray is a brother — and frequent collaborator — with Raye, and was also a longtime member of Lambert’s band. Both singers spoke out about the loss on social media. “Sad news this weekend for my family as my big brother, Scotty…
The Tennessee Titans have been playing at what is now known as the Nissan Stadium since 1999, but that could be changing. After originally planning on doing extensive renovations to the building, Mayor John Cooper now says they are exploring all options, including a potential new stadium. “Together with the Titans, we are evaluating the costs & benefits of…
It’s been seven years since Michael Ray introduced himself to country music fans, with the release of his debut “Kiss You in the Morning” single. The song, from his eponymous debut album, also became Ray’s first No. 1 hit. In honor of the February 16 anniversary of the release of the song, Ray took his fans back in…
Luke Combs is about to take on the biggest role of his career, when he and his wife Nicole welcome their first child, a boy, this spring. The country music superstar has been accustomed to spending much of his time on the road, joined by Nicole, which he says will likely continue even after his son arrives. “My wife…
21 years ago today, on February 17, 2001, Brad Paisley officially became a member of the Grand Ole Opry. The West Virginia native was 28 years old when he was inducted by Steve Wariner. During his induction, a letter was read from George Jones to Paisley. “I am counting on you to carry on the tradition, and make folks…
Nashville is quickly becoming known as not only a great music destination, but a great food destination as well. The city boasts plenty of dining options, with everything from ethnic food to great Southern cuisine and more. While there are literally hundreds of great places to eat, we picked ten of our favorite restaurants, which offer not only great…
Texas Hill is hitting the road in 2022! The country supergroup, made up of The Voice contestants Adam Wakefield and Craig Wayne Boyd, and American Idol finalist, Casey James, just announced 24 shows on their upcoming Heaven Down Here Tour, which kicks off on Thursday, February 17 in Decatur, Georgia. The Heaven Down Here Tour includes both headlining dates and supporting shows for country music…
Dustin Lynch‘s just-released Blue In The Sky album includes a few party songs, like the appropriately-titled “Party Mode,” as well as his six-week No. 1 hit, “Thinking ‘Bout You” with MacKenzie Porter. But the 12-track record also includes some deeply personal songs, including “Break It On The Beach,” inspired by Lynch’s own conflicted emotions over the end of his…
