Late last week, the Recording Academy officially withdrew the 2025 Grammy nominations for J-Kwon (Jerrell C. Jones), Joe Kent, and Mark Williams, the writers of J-Kwon’s 2004 hit “Tipsy,” which Shaboozey interpolated in his chart-topping megahit, “A Bar Song (Tipsy).” The crossover smash received Grammy nominations for both Song of the Year and Best Country…… MORE
George Birge just scored his very first No. 1 single on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with his current hit, “Cowboy Songs.” The catchy tune jumped up two spots this week, vaulting from No. 3 to the top of the charts. “Cowboy Songs” is the title track from Birge’s full-length album eleased back in April. He…… MORE
In an interview with People, Ashley McBryde shared details of her most starstruck moment, when she first met Reba McEntire at the 2019 Academy of Country Music Awards. McBryde was doing a promotional interview, and was surprised when an unexpected guest joined in the discussion. “She snuck in when I was doing a radio interview,”…… MORE
During a recent interview with People ahead of her one-night-only Wildflowers and Wild Horses show at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Saturday (December 14), Lainey Wilson reflected on her big year while also singing the praises of other women in country music. “Country’s having its moment, and I’m proud to be a part…… MORE
Snoop Dogg’s Dr. Dre-produced new album, Missionary, was released on Friday (December 13). One of the clear standouts on the record is the rapper’s long-awaited collaboration with Jelly Roll, and the track is Snoop’s ode to weed that fittingly samples Tom Petty. Snoop and Jelly’s joint track, “Last Dance with Mary Jane” borrows its hook…… MORE
Ahead of his performance at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards on Thursday (December 12), Shaboozey took part in an video interview with the publication where he discussed his friendship with Morgan Wallen, his love of Medium Build, and the record-tying, chart-topping success of his crossover hit, “A Bar Song (Tipsy).” “It’s crazy,” Shaboozey said of…… MORE
During an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show on Thursday (December 12), Keith Urban shared memories of the time when a 19-year-old Taylor Swift was his opening act during his 2009 Escape Together World Tour. Urban went on to bring the creative experience full circle by duetting with Swift on “That’s When,” from her reworked…… MORE
On Thursday (December 12), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) announced that Post Malone’s hit-filled, star-studded debut country album, F-1 Trillion, has been certified Platinum, marking one million units sold. That album’s Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 single, “I Had Some Help” (feat. Morgan Wallen), was also certified 5x-Platinum by the RIAA, while Posty’s…… MORE
Morgan Wallen pleaded guilty to reduced misdemeanor reckless endangerment charges in a Nashville court on Thursday (December 12). The country superstar was then sentenced by the judge to seven days of incarceration at a DUI Education Center. Wallen was also given two years probation, one year for each of Wallen’s misdemeanor charges for reckless endangerment…… MORE
The 2024 Billboard Music Awards took place on Thursday night (December 12), and just like the rest of the year in music, the evening belonged to Taylor Swift. The pop superstar took home 10 awards at the ceremony, including the night’s biggest award, Top Artist, as well as Top Billboard 200 Album for The Tortured…… MORE
Toby Keith left us 10 months ago. But his music keeps on keepin’ on in a big way. He just went GOLD and PLATINUM again. His whole catalog has seen a boost since he passed away from cancer in February at the age of 62. The RIAA honored him this week with four more certifications,…
While 2024 certainly had its moments of inspiration and incredible country music . . . we also lost more than a few country superstars. Here are some members of the country music family that passed away this year: 1. Toby Keith. July 8th, 1961 to February 5th, 2024 2. Kris Kristofferson. June 22nd, 1936 to…