Billy Ray Cyrus, Lady Antebellum and Maren Morris have been added to the star-studded broadcast, One World: Together at Home, on April 18. They join previously announced country artists Keith Urban and Kacey Musgraves. International advocacy organization Global Citizen and the World Health Organization announced the global broadcast to celebrate and support healthcare workers during…… MORE
Songland returned to NBC for Season 2 on April 13 with songwriting mentors Shane McAnally, Ester Dean and Ryan Tedder, as well as guest artists Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood of Lady Antebellum. The songwriting competition gives four songwriters the chance to have one of their original tunes produced by a mentor and…… MORE
Thomas Rhett has a fondness for friendly collaboration. The proof is in the production. For his newly released song, “Be a Light,” TR teamed up with Reba McEntire, Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott, Chris Tomlin and Keith Urban. The bright new tune benefits the MusiCares COVID-19 Relief Fund, which was created by The Recording Academy to…… MORE
From times and tributes to performers and pre-show, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about the ACM Presents: Our Country TV special. Date: Sunday, April 5 Time: 8–10 p.m. ET/PT Television Station: CBS Stream: CBS All Access Host: Gayle King Location: Stars will perform from their homes. Performers: Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Kane…… MORE
The Academy of Country Music announced the 25-song list for its two-hour TV special, ACM Presents: Our Country, which will air live on April 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown and John Legend, Luke Bryan, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Sheryl Crow, Florida Georgia Line,…… MORE
CMT will celebrate the life and career of Kenny Rogers, who passed away on March 20 at age 81, during an upcoming TV special, CMT Giants Kenny Rogers, on April 8. The tribute, which will be hosted by Rita Wilson, will feature virtual performances and interviews from Dolly Parton, Gavin DeGraw, Jason Isbell and Amanda…… MORE
Lady Antebellum revealed rescheduled dates for their Ocean 2020 Tour, which will now kick off in July. Originally scheduled dates in May and June were rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lady A’s tour will start on July 2 in Sacramento, Calif., with special guests Jake Owen and Maddie & Tae. Tickets purchased for the…… MORE
The Academy of Country Music announced performers for its two-hour TV special, ACM Presents: Our Country, which will air live on April 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown & John Legend, Luke Bryan, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Sheryl Crow, Florida Georgia Line, Lady Antebellum,…… MORE
Lady Antebellum will try to score their 11th No. 1 single with the release of “What I’m Leaving For” on Feb. 18. Penned by Sam Ellis, Micah Premnath and Laura Veltz, “What I’m Leaving For” is featured on Lady A’s 2019 album, Ocean, and follows the release of lead single, “What If I Never Get…… MORE
Following in the esteemed footsteps of Randy Owen, Jake Owen, Brad Paisley, John Rich, Darius Rucker and more, Lady Antebellum was honored with the 2020 Angels Among Us Award by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Lady A was recognized at the 31st annual Country Cares for St. Jude Kids on Jan. 18 in Memphis. The…… 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…