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Dan+Shay’s The (Arena) Tour Will Return to the Road in September

Last year, Dan+Shay had just embarked on their very first headlining arena tour–performing three sold-out concerts including two dates at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena and another show in Columbus, Ohio–when the COVID-19 pandemic forced music venues to halt concerts. Now, the duo is ready to pick up where they left off, and have announced they will... Read more »
Miley Cyrus Covers One of Godmother Dolly Parton’s Hits on ‘Saturday Night Live’

Miley Cyrus’ familial lineage is the stuff of legend. Her father is Billy Ray Cyrus, the man whose “Achy Break Heart” is part of pop country’s legacy forever. However, her godmother is none other than Dolly Parton, who, similarly, has created moments that will define the pop-country sound until the end of time. Therefore, it’s... Read more »
New Singles From Established Favorites Highlight CMT’s Weekly Roundup Playlist

CMT’s Weekly Roundup Playlist this week highlights new sounds from tunesmiths familiar to being number one on both the Billboard charts, plus in the hearts and minds of country music fans worldwide. Click here to take a listen to the following tunes. Foremost, Miranda Lambert’s Marfa Tapes project has finally seen the light of day.... Read more »
On This Day in 2008: Garth Brooks Inducts Carrie Underwood into the Grand Ole Opry

Thirteen years ago, on May 10, 2008, Garth Brooks inducted Carrie Underwood as a new member of the Grand Ole Opry. In introducing fellow Oklahoman Underwood, Brooks said, “I can’t imagine what you’re feeling right now. I cried like a baby the whole time.” He also gave Underwood some words of wisdom. “You will be... Read more »
Premiere: Brooke Eden Shares Her Love Story in “Got No Choice” Video

Embedded from embed.vevo.com. Sometimes love takes you by surprise, instantly drawing you to someone in the most irresistible way. And sometimes that love is so strong it is worth pursuing, no matter what anyone else says. That is Brooke Eden’s story with her partner of five years, Hilary Hoover. The two met through their work... Read more »
Sam Hunt Promises New Music “Between June, July, August”

Embedded from players.brightcove.net. In a recent Audacy Country interview, San Hunt both highlighted how “excited” he was about spending time at home for a few days to celebrate Mother’s Day with his family but also revealed exactly when we could expect a follow-up to his successful sophomore studio album Southside. As well, he noted how... Read more »
Thomas Rhett and Wife Lauren Akins Expecting Fourth Child

It’s another girl for Thomas Rhett and his wife Lauren Akins! In the early hours of Mother’s Day, the “Country Again” singer and his wife Lauren announced they are expecting their fourth child–and fourth daughter–in November. The couple is already parents to three girls, including Willa Gray (5), Ada James (3 1/2) and Lennon Love... Read more »
Blake Shelton Joins Country Music Association’s Drive To Feed Jobless Music Industry Professionals

On Monday, May 10, the Country Music Association announced its intention — in a partnership with Feeding America — to provide four million meals in cities with large populations of musicians and music industry professionals. In an Associated Press interview regarding his support of the just-announced campaign, Blake Shelton noted, “There are a lot of... Read more »
Martina McBride Shares Words of Wisdom She’s Passed Down to Her Daughters

Though Martina McBride is known for her powerhouse vocals on hits including “My Baby Loves Me,” “Wild Angels” and “A Broken Wing,” she’s also mom to three daughters—Delaney, Emma and Ava. During a recent interview with CMT’s Cody Alan, the Grammy-nominated singer shared some of her secrets for staying close with her children as they’ve... Read more »
Thomas Rhett Credits Trading in His Sneakers for Boots in Aiding Him Creating His New Album

For the past eight years, Thomas Rhett had become a bit of a sneaker aficionado. However, of late — especially while recording his latest album Country Again: Side A, he’s had a change of heart. “If you know me, you know I’ve been on the sneaker train for a while,” Rhett told Audacy Country. “One... Read more »