The Grand Ole Opry has served as validation for numerous country stars over the years, who count becoming a member of the hallowed institution as the pinnacle of their career. While the Opry has inducted several new and established artists in recent years, including Lauren Alaina, Jamey Johnson, Ashley McBryde, comedians Henry Cho and Gary Muledeer and more —…
Ronnie Dunn, Reba McEntire, Alabama featuring The Oak Ridge Boys and more are part of a forthcoming Gaither tribute album, honoring gospel music pioneers, Bill and Gloria Gaither. Gaither Tribute: Honoring the Songs of Bill & Gloria Gaither will be out on August 26, featuring ten of their most successful songs as songwriters, including.”Because He Lives,” “Gentle Shepherd,” “He Touched…
Chris Stapleton has written plenty of his own hits over the years, including “Broken Halos,” “Nobody to Blame,” “You Should Probably Leave” and more, but he’s also written songs that became hits for other writers as well. We take a look at the stories behind ten of the songs written by Stapleton. 1. “Your Man,” Josh Turner “Your Man” was…
Lee Ann Womack grew up idolizing Loretta Lynn. The Texas native had a deep appreciation for the Country Music Hall of Fame member from an early age, later heeding the advice Lynn gave when Womack’s career was just beginning. “One artist that I loved growing up that I was so excited to meet when I first started out was…
The Grand Ole Opry has served as validation for numerous country stars over the years, who count becoming a member of the hallowed institution as the pinnacle of their career. While the Opry has inducted several new and established artists in recent years, including Lauren Alaina, Jamey Johnson, Ashley McBryde, comedians Henry Cho and Gary Muledeer and more —…
Lee Ann Womack and Mickey Guyton are part of an all-star lineup, performing this weekend at Got Your 6 Vetfest. The event will be held on Saturday, July 9 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM at Loveless Cafe. Other performers include Tyler Rich, Conner Smith and Kat + Alex. Got Your 6 VetFest is presented by the Bob Woodruff Foundation….
CMT Giants: Charley Pride aired on Wednesday, August 25, with artists like Alan Jackson, Lee Ann Womack, George Strait, Luke Combs and more honoring one of country music’s biggest trailblazers. Jackson performed “Where Do I Put Her Memory?,” which became a No. 1 hit for Pride in 1979. Womack sang “Crystal Chandeliers,” included on Pride’s 1967 The Country Way…
