It’s hard to believe, but Trace Adkins‘ debut Dreamin’ Out Loud album is 30 years old. The record, released on Capitol Nashville and produced by Scott Hendricks, was the start of a lengthy and successful career, one that remains strong today. Still, Adkins vividly remembers what it was like after he signed his record deal, and began working on…
Trace Adkins is well aware of the fact that, at least by medical standards, he should not be alive. The 64-year-old recently opened up about a painful incident in 1994, when his then-wife, Julie Curtis, shot him in the middle of an argument. Adkins says Curtis had no idea what the gun was capable of doing. “I’d never seen…
Country music has plenty of songs to help celebrate America. Whether it’s honoring the sacrifices soldiers make, or celebrating what makes America so great, numerous artists over the years have released time-tested patriotic classics. Keep reading to find ten of our favorite patriotic songs in country music, perfect for America’s 250th birthday. 10. “American Soldier,” Toby Keith Toby Keith…
Trace Adkins isn’t sure how much longer he will be touring. In a recent interview, the 64-year-old, who is spending much of the year on his 30th Anniversary Tour, says he is unwilling to commit to anything past 2026. “I just can’t believe I’m still around, and maybe somewhat relevant still,” Adkins tells Entertainment Tonight. “I’m just proud to…
Trace Adkins has appeared in plenty of movies and TV shows, but he still doesn’t consider himself a real actor. The 63-year-old, who appears in the current film, Day of Reckoning, makes it clear that it’s still just a hobby, at least in his mind. “I don’t really have an acting career,” Adkins tells the CMA. “I get to…
Trace Adkins is back! The 63-year-old just released a new song, “What Color’s Your Wild.” The song, written by Monty Criswell and Casey Beathard, is being released on Verge Records. The song says in part, “What color’s your wild / What cranks the dial on your radio / What moves your needle, baby / What makes your speakers blow…
Trace Adkins is one day away from hitting the road with Blake Shelton. The 63-year-old is joining Shelton once again for Shelton’s Friends & Heroes Tour, although their friendship extends far beyond life on the road, even if Adkins thinks Shelton talks a little to much. “With Blake, to have a close friend that’s in the same business that…
Blake Shelton is heading back out on the road in 2025. The Grand Ole Opry member announces his Friends & Heroes Tour 2025, joined by his longtime friend (and former touring partner) Trace Adkins, plus Craig Morgan, Deana Carter and Emily Ann Roberts. “The Friends & Heroes Tour is one of my favorite tours because as a fan, I…
The Oak Ridge Boys just released a video for their iconic hit, “Elvira,” 43 years after they originally released the song. The video, which was Joe Bonsall‘s last video he filmed before he passed away, features plenty of both country music’s legendary and rising stars, including Trace Adkins, Lorrie Morgan, Big & Rich, Ray Stevens, Chase Matthew, Kid Rock,…
The lineup for this year’s Opry Country Christmas at the Grand Ole Opry has been announced, and includes several of country music’s biggest stars. Scotty McCreery, Trace Adkins, Jon Pardi, The Oak Ridge Boys, Chris Young, Chris Janson and Steven Curtis Chapman are among the artists who will be part of this year’s holiday celebration. Each show will also feature…
