When Old Dominion entered the studio for their latest album, Barbara, the creative energy felt off. “That was a difficult session for me personally,” admits lead singer Matthew Ramsey. Despite working through several tracks, the band couldn’t find their groove—except for one.(“That was a difficult session for me personally. I wasn’t sure about any of […]
In a vibrant celebration of classic country duets, Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton blend nostalgia and modern flair in their first-ever duet, “A Song to Sing.” Released to radio in July, the track is steeped in ’70s disco-country vibes, drawing clear inspiration from Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers’s iconic “Islands in the Stream.” Co-written with […]
Country star Carly Pearce is breaking the silence on a deeply personal journey—revealing that her struggles with anxiety and obsessive‑compulsive disorder (OCD) began long before the spotlight ever found her. Appearing on the Dumb Blonde podcast with host Bunnie Xo, Pearce admitted she once believed her mental health issues emerged during her 2020 divorce, but therapy […]
Country music icon Connie Smith—affectionately dubbed the “Sweetheart of the Grand Ole Opry”—was set to mark an extraordinary milestone: her 60th year as an Opry member, celebrated with a special show on August 20, 2025. Fans were brimming with anticipation, eager to honor her enduring legacy that began in 1965 with her chart-topping debut, “Once a […]
The 18th Annual ACM Honors at Nashville Yards brought a wave of unforgettable performances and heartfelt tributes to country music’s biggest stage. Hosted by Carly Pearce alongside first-time co-host Russell Dickerson, the evening kicked off with a spirited duet of “Jackson,” honoring the legendary Johnny Cash and June Carter. Mac McAnally received the ACM Poets […]
Country superstar Keith Urban has joined forces with the Tamworth Country Music Festival to launch the Keith Urban Rising Star Scholarship, designed to elevate emerging Australian country musicians into the heart of Nashville’s music industry. The annually awarded scholarship offers one artist the extraordinary opportunity to travel to Nashville with all expenses covered. The winner […]
In a surprising move, country superstar Morgan Wallen has declined to submit his massive fourth album, I’m the Problem, for Grammy consideration in 2026. According to multiple reports, the album—and none of its 37 tracks—will be part of this year’s Recording Academy submissions. The decision reflects Wallen’s pattern of playing by his own rules. His […]
In an electrifying display of solidarity, Band Together Texas filled the Moody Center in Austin on August 17 with music, emotion, and resilience. Spearheaded by Miranda Lambert and Parker McCollum, the star-studded concert raised an extraordinary $8.5 million to aid communities devastated by the July 4 floods in Central Texas—funds directed to the Texas Hill […]
The 2025 ASCAP Pop Music Awards spotlighted a new wave of chart-defining stars, with Dua Lipa, Beyoncé, and Shaboozey taking center stage as part of Sony Music Publishing’s triumph as Publisher of the Year. Their genre-bending hits—including Lipa’s sleek disco-pop anthem Houdini, Beyoncé’s groundbreaking country crossover Texas Hold ’Em, and Shaboozey’s viral sensation A Bar […]
This year’s MTV Video Music Awards are revving up to be a landmark night. Lady Gaga leads the pack with 12 nominations, reclaiming the spotlight after Taylor Swift’s prior dominance. Gill-covered favorites Bruno Mars and Kendrick Lamar also shine, earning 11 and 10 nods, respectively. The VMAs introduced two exciting new categories in 2025—Best Pop […]