![The World’s 11 Highest-Paid Country Artists Took in Almost $400 Million Last Year, According to “Forbes” [See the List]](https://cdn.socast.io/6616/sites/1446/2017/07/11095303/Garth-Brooks1.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Forbes magazine released its annual list of the World’s Highest Paid Country Musicians, and once again Garth Brooks was at the top of the queue. No. 1: Garth Brooks, $60 million No. 2: Kenny Chesney, $42.5 million No. 3: Luke Bryan, $42 million No. 4: Dolly Parton, $37 million No. 5: Toby Keith, $34.5 million…… MORE
![The Dog Days of Summer Are Upon Us: Country Stars and Their Dogs [Photo Gallery]](https://cdn.socast.io/6616/sites/1446/2017/06/21141900/Brett-Eldredge1.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Today (June 21) is the first official day of summer, which means those hot, humid “dog days of summer” will be here soon here. In the spirit of the season, check out some of your favorite country stars and their dogs, including Jake Owen, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Justin Moore, Brett Eldredge, Miranda Lambert and…… MORE
Jason Aldean announced that his second Concert for the Kids will take place on Aug. 11 in his hometown of Macon, Ga. The concert will once again benefit Children’s Hospital Navicent Health, Bibb County’s only dedicated pediatric facility in central Georgia. After raising more than $500,000 at last year’s event, the two-time reigning ACM Entertainer…… MORE
Forbes magazine released its annual list of the Top 100 Highest-Paid Celebrities on Monday, June 12—and seven country acts made the cut. No. 26: Garth Brooks, $60 million No. 53: Kenny Chesney, $42.5 million No. 55: Luke Bryan, $42 million No. 71: Dolly Parton, $37 million No. 83: Toby Keith, $34.5 million No. 83: Florida…… MORE
If you like shooting tennis ball guns, driving amphibious miniature tanks and making explosives with agricultural fertilizer, you might want to check out Tyler Farr’s new show, A Little Too Far, a new reality series on the free streaming service go90. But how “real” is this reality series? “They filmed on the road, so you’ll be able…… MORE
We thought it would be interesting to crunch a few numbers to see which country stars have the biggest reach on social media. Taking into account an artist’s total number of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram followers, we compiled a list of the Top 20 country stars with the biggest social media reach. While total Twitter,…… MORE
Country stars from Jason Aldean and Keith Urban to Little Big Town and Lady Antebellum reached out via social media to share their remembrances of Southern rock pioneer Gregg Allman, who passed away at age 69 on May 27 at his home in Savannah, Ga. This one hurts a lot. This was one of my…… MORE
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Last night (May 25) in front of family, friends and industry insiders, Jason Aldean helped unveil his new Country Music Hall of Fame Exhibit: Asphalt Cowboy. The new exhibit explores the life and career of the Georgia native and includes childhood mementos, memorabilia from Jason’s early career, stage wear, guitars, awards, photos and more. The…… MORE
![Does Jason Aldean Buck Rural Stereotypes or Play Right Into Them in New Video, “They Don’t Know”? [Watch & Vote]](https://cdn.socast.io/6616/sites/1446/2017/05/23155123/Jason-Aldean2.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Jason Aldean released a new video for his current single, “They Don’t Know” on May 22. The song, which is the title track to his 2016 album, is currently No. 34 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. “When I first heard the song, it really made me think about how rural communities can come across misunderstood,”…… MORE
Grunge music pioneer Chris Cornell died Wednesday (May 17) at age 52 from a reported suicide by hanging. Chris, who was the frontman for Soundgarden and Audioslave, was an inspiration to artists from all genres of musics, including country stars like Zac Brown and Jason Aldean, whom Chris collaborated with over the course of his…… 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…