The nominees have been revealed for the Country Music Association’s 2024 CMA Touring Awards. These awards pay tribute to the hardworking, behind-the-scenes members of country music’s touring industry. Categories for the the 19th Annual CMA Touring Awards include Crew of the Year, Coach/Truck Driver of the Year, Manager of the Year, Touring Musician of the…… MORE
Blake Shelton and his wife Gwen Stefani recently wanted to watch a documentary on unsung country star Keith Whitley. Shelton was shocked to find out that one didn’t exist, so he decided to take it upon himself to make one happen. Shelton is now the co-producer on a forthcoming documentary on the life and music…… MORE
Lee Brice’s new Christmas song, “Single Bells,” was shared to country radio by Curb Records on November 4, just in time for the holiday season. The song was written by Halfway to Hazard’s David Tolliver and Matt Alderman at the Curb offices in Nashville on November 20, 2023, and the tune was a clear hit…… MORE
Linkin Park announced on Instagram on Wednesday (December 11) that they have been added to the roster of performers taking part in Thursday’s 2024 Billboard Music Awards. “From a sold-out stadium in Brazil 🇧🇷 to the Billboard Music Awards,” the band captioned their post. Linkin Park joins Coldplay as the only rock bands set to…… MORE
Crossover country hitmaker Shaboozey and rising Mexican band Fuerza Regida are the newest artists added to the list of live performers at the upcoming 2024 Billboard Music Awards, airing on Thursday, December 12, at 8 p.m. ET on Fox. Shaboozey and Fuerza Regida join previously announced performers SEVENTEEN, Teddy Swims, Tyla, Coldplay, Jelly Roll, Megan…… MORE
Jessie Murph signed to Columbia Records in 2021 when she was only 17-years-old, and released her debut album, That Ain’t No Man That’s The Devil, on September 6. The now 20-year-old rising star’s career was aided by viral success on TikTok and YouTube, as well as working with two country superstars, Jelly Roll and Maren…… MORE
Only a couple of years ago, Bailey Zimmerman was building gas pipelines in rural Illinois, while singing multi-platinum singles and selling out shows was the furthest thing from his mind. “I thought I was gonna build gas pipelines for the rest of my life, honestly,” Zimmerman reflects. “I actually went through many things before I…… MORE
During an interview on a new episode of Bunnie XO’s podcast, Dumb Blonde, Dolly Parton reminisced about the memorable times she spent with Johnny and June Carter Cash. Parton revealed that over the years, she eventually became “best friends” with the celebrated couple. According to Dolly, Johnny “was a real nice guy and very quiet,”…… MORE
In October, Alana Springsteen’s tour bus caught on fire, destroying the band’s gear and personal items. While it was a setback for the rising country star, Springsteen grew closer to her crew and was reminded of the generosity of the music community when someone is in need. “It was definitely a scary situation, but at…… MORE
ABC and Dick Clark Productions announced on Tuesday (December 10) that they have added more artists to the performance lineup for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve. Alanis Morissette, Reneé Rapp, Blake Shelton, Luis Fonsi, and TLC will all take part in the holiday broadcast. Shelton will perform from Las Vegas, along with previously announced…… 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…