When Lee Greenwood wrote “God Bless the U.S.A.” in the early ’80s, he could have never imagined that, more than three decades later, the song would still be just as relevant, and maybe even more. Lee first released the song in 1984, on his own You’ve Got a Good Love Comin’ album. Throughout the years since then, from various…
Dierks Bentley loves any reason to celebrate the United States, including July 4th. The Arizona native is proud to be an American, and is especially grateful for those who fight for the country’s freedoms. “I’m extremely patriotic,” Dierks told his record label. “I love this country, and I love the history of this country. I read books on this…
Justin Moore‘s favorite holiday isn’t Thanksgiving or Christmas. For Justin and his wife Kate, their favorite holiday is July 4th, especially because there isn’t as much pressure as some of the other holidays. “4th of July is my favorite holiday cause you don’t have to worry about gifts and all that good stuff,’ Justin told his record label. “And…
Home Free had already been including “God Bless the U.S.A.” in their shows for several years, never imagining that they would one day get to sing it together with Lee Greenwood and The United States Air Force Band, or that they would be able to share it during such a tumultuous time in the country. The all-vocal group just…
Nashville Mayor John Cooper announced on Thursday, July 2, that the city would revert to what is being called “Phase 2 with modifications” for the July 4th weekend, meaning that bars would be closed, and the fireworks, which were going to be displayed for viewers to watch online, would be canceled. The decision came in light of a recent…
Granger Smith is continuing to speak out about the tragic loss of his son, River, who passed away in a drowning accident in the family’s swimming pool last year. Granger and his wife, Amber, have become outspoke advocates for water safety since the accident occurred — lessons they wish they had known while River was still alive. “I know…
It’s a big day for Music City! Virgin Hotels Nashville opened on Music Row on Wednesday, July 1, three years after construction began. The hotel boasts 14 floors, two restaurants, a poolside bar, coffee shop and more. “We wanted to open before the July 4 weekend to offer locals a place to dine and stay, away from the house,”…
Talk about a star-studded new project! Jimmie Allen just announced he will release his new EP, Bettie James, on July 10, featuring collaborations with some of music’s biggest artists, of all genres. The Delaware native will be joined on the seven-track album by a who’s who of artists, including Tim McGraw, Darius Rucker, the Oak Ridge Boys, Tauren Wells,…
The owner of Nashville’s downtown Acme Feed and Seed will delay the opening of his popular bar and live music venue until at least the end of July, and wishes other bar owners would follow suit. Tom Morales announced his decision earlier this week, which he says is due to the increase of COVID-19 cases in Music City, as…
Granger Smith and his wife, Amber, are sharing new details about the heartbreaking death of their son, River. The little boy was only three years old when he drowned in the family’s swimming pool on June 6, while the entire family, including daughter, London, and son, Lincoln, was playing outside. “I was 20 feet away,” Granger recalled of the…
