Lil Baby’s new release, WHAM, debuts at No. 1 on this week’s Billboard 200 albums chart. This marks the fourth consecutive chart-topping record from the Atlanta rapper, and his seventh Top 10 album of his career. Another notable release on the current Billboard 200 chart is Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS debuting at No.…… MORE
The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” comes in at No. 1 on Billboard’s look back at the hit songs of the first 25 years of the 21st century, ruling Billboard’s Top Hot 100 Songs of the 21st Century chart. The survey takes into account the collective performances on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart from the start…… MORE
A benefit concert for Los Angeles fire victims dubbed FIREAID is set to take place on January 30 at L.A.’s Intuit Dome. The event, billed as “an evening of music and solidarity,” will be organized by the Azoff family alongside booking giants Live Nation and AEG Presents. Ticket information and a music lineup will be…… MORE
Chris Stapleton took to Instagram on Thursday (January 9) to announce 2025 tour dates on his All-American Road Show. This new iteration of the reigning CMA Male Vocalist of the Year’s ongoing live revue will stretch out over 14 dates throughout the summer, and will feature special guest performances from Allen Stone, Brittney Spencer, Grace…… MORE
Morgan Wallen’s Dangerous: The Double Album, comes in as Billboard’s No. 1 album of the first 25 years of the 21st century, as the country star’s 2021 sophomore record rules the Top Billboard 200 Albums of the 21st Century chart. The list takes into account all performances on the weekly Billboard 200 albums chart from…… MORE
Brad Paisley took to Instagram on Wednesday (January 8) to mourn the loss of his first home that he had with his wife, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, which burned down in the recent fires in Los Angeles. The country star reflected on some significant things that happened to his young family in that home, while also expressing…… MORE
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood honored late President Jimmy Carter at his funeral on Thursday (January 9) by performing a touching cover of John Lennon’s “Imagine,” one of Carter’s favorite songs. The duo also performed that song at Rosalynn Carter’s funeral in 2023. The two country stars were longtime friends of the Carters, having first…… MORE
The 55th season of Sesame Street is set to kick off on January 16 on Max, and once-again the beloved children’s program will feature an impressive array of special guests throughout their new episodes. Renee Rapp is set to appear on the season premiere, with fellow music superstars SZA, Noah Kahan, Chris Stapleton, and Samara…… MORE
On Wednesday (January 8), organizers for the Field & Stream Music Fest announced their 2025 lineup. The three-day music festival in Winnsboro, South Carolina will feature headliners Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Riley Green, and Bailey Zimmerman, along with classic southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top. The fest will include performances from more than…… MORE
On Tuesday (January 7), Dylan Marlowe shared a TikTok video capturing the rising country star performing a tender, unreleased new song called “Picture Perfect.” “This song is about dreaming about buying a farm with my wife,” Marlowe wrote over the top of the clip, which features him playing the tune outdoors in a rustic field.…… MORE
Taylor Swift has lost over 144,200 Instagram followers since the Super Bowl. Travis Kelce, on the other hand, has gained over 12,370. The Wiggles doubled down by putting out TWO new songs with Dolly Parton. The first is called “Friends” and it’s all about making friends. Solid messaging. And it’s catchy, too. And the second…
The Grand Ole Opry just announced the 2025 class for its Opry NextStage program. The NextStage program “serves to spotlight country music’s next big up-and-coming artists.” This year’s class includes: Avery Anna . . . Chayce Beckham . . . Dasha . . . . . . and Tucker Wetmore. Previous members of the Opry…