Parker McCollum has a Top 15 hit with “What Kinda Man.” The song, from McCollum’s eponymous fifth studio album, was written by McCollum, along with Natalie Hemby and Jeremy Spillman. “I’m a little nervous about this song,” McCollum admitted to Billboard when the song was released. “I think it’s going to stick out on country radio like a sore…
Parker McCollum is patterning his life and career after one country music icon, but not just for his music. McCollum reveals he wants to be like George Strait, not just onstage, but off-stage as well. “I’d be completely lying to you if I told you there wasn’t still the part of me that’s like, ‘Yeah, George Strait,’” McCollum admits…
Tim McGraw has a new song, out now, and it’s with another country artist. McGraw just released “Paper Umbrellas,” a song written by Monty Criswell and Drake Milligan, this one with Parker McCollum. “Paper Umbrellas” first appeared on McGraw’s 2023 Standing Room Only record. “Had to have my friend Parker McCollum join me on this one!” McGraw says of the…
Parker McCollum‘s favorite role is being a husband and father. The “What Kinda Man” singer married his wife, Hallie Ray, in 2022. Last August, the couple welcomed their first child, son Major Yancey Tyler McCollum. “He’s living a very good life,” McCollum tells CMT. “I don’t think he has any worries, other than maybe when he’s hungry, which seems…
Parker McCollum has had a string of hits at country radio, and could soon have his fifth consecutive No. 1 hit with “What Kinda Man.” The Texan has had success that plenty of artists only dream about in country music, which is interesting since McCollum is no longer certain that he is a country music artist. “I’ve wanted to…
George Strait is heading back on the road this summer. The 72-year-old announces he will continue his Stadium Tour in 2025, joined once again by Chris Stapleton for all shows, plus Parker McCollum for four East Coast shows, and Little Big Town for the only West Coast show. “I keep trying to slow down a bit but you keep calling me…
Parker McCollum has been very vocal about his admiration for George Strait. In a new interview, McCollum opens up about how the Country Music Hall of Fame member has influenced him and his career, especially behind the scenes. “What influenced me as a kid, and still does to this day, more than George’s music, is the way that he carries…
Miranda Lambert is the latest recipient of The Country Icon Award, given to her for extraordinary contributions in country music. The 40-year-old, who was given the award by fellow Texan, Parker McCollum, reflected on the significance of being recognized in such a monumental way. “It is so weird standing up here receiving the Country Icon Award,” Lambert admitted. “To…
Parker McCollum is a dad! McCollum and his wife, Hallie Ray, welcomed their first child, son Major Yancey Tyler McCollum, into the world on August 8. The couple first shared the good news on social media. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hallie Ray Light McCollum (@hallieraylight) McCollum, who is currently headlining his Burn…
The ACM Awards take place tonight, but we already know a few more of the winners. Chris Stapleton received the award for Artist-Songwriter of the Year, while Parker McCollum won the trophy for ACM Visual Media of the Year for his music video for “Burn It Down.” Songwriter Jessie Jo Dillon won the ACM Award for Songwriter of the…
