Tag: Country

Thomas Rhett Drops New Single, Two 2022 Albums in the Works

Thomas Rhett has just released his latest single, “Slow Down Summer,” a ballad co-written with Rhett Akins, his father, as well as Sean Douglas, Jesse Frasure, and Ashley Gorley.   “I wrote this song from the point of view of two people who are in love during senior year of high school,” Rhett explains about the […]

The 55th Annual CMA Awards Now Has 20 Performances, Including Luke Bryan, Thomas Rhett, Jennifer Hudson

The 55th annual CMA Awards have announced even more impressive artists to join the star-studded lineup of performances. The third round of additions includes the show’s host, Luke Bryan, as well as: Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban, Gabby Berrett, Jennifer Hudson, Dierks Bentley featuring BRELAND and HARDY, and Zac Brown Band. These seven additions will be […]

Dan + Shay Cancel Shows Due to Positive COVID Test

On Tuesday, country favorites Dan + Shay announced on Twitter that they would be canceling shows after some of their immediate tour party has tested positive for COVID-19. Shows in Orlando and Atlanta will be fully refunded, as well as a rescheduled date in Florida for April 21st of next year.  The pair had “good […]

Chris Stapleton Joins Adele On Deluxe Version of “30”

Earlier this week, Adele released the 15-song tracklist for the deluxe version of her soon-to-be-released album 30. The Target-exclusive CD will include three bonus tracks, including a collaboration with country star Chris Stapleton. In a recent interview, Adele revealed that Stapleton is actually her dream duet partner, and it seems as if her wish has […]

Kenny Chesney Announces Stadium Tour for 2022

Yesterday, Kenny Chesney revealed plans for a 2022 stadium tour with Dan + Shay, Old Dominion, and Carly Pearce tagging along for the ride.  “My favorite place in the world is anywhere we all come together,” the country icon shared in his announcement statement. “They come strong. They get loud. They love the music. But […]

The Willie Nelson Family Covers George Harrison’s “All Things Must Pass” 

Debuting on the radio over this past weekend, Willie Nelson and his family have covered “All Things Must Pass,” a legendary 1970 track from George Harrison.  The song is the second single to arrive from the new studio album, The Willie Nelson Family–a collaboration between Willie Nelson, Bobbie Nelson, Lukas Nelson, Micah Nelson, Paula Nelson, […]

Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Kane Brown and More Added to CMA Awards Line-Up

The 55th Annual County Music Association Awards have just added a number of big country names to the already-star-studded lineup, many of which are also nominees. According to the CMA’s announcement earlier this week, Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Old Dominion, Chris Stapleton, and Kane Brown and Chris Young will be […]

Carrie Underwood’s Debut Album Surpasses 9 Million Sales

Carrie Underwood’s Some Hearts, released back in 2005, has just been certified 9X Platinum by the RIAA for surpassing sales of 9 million units. The album, produced by Mark Bright and Dan Huff, was recorded by Underwood right after she won the fourth season of American Idol. The sixth country album to achieve 9X Platinum […]

Brandi Carlile On The Grammys Considering Her Song Pop: “This Wasn’t My Decision”

“While I’m incredibly flattered to be considered ‘pop’ as a 40-year-old crooning lesbian mother,” Brandi Carlile expressed on social media yesterday in response to the Grammys moving her single “Right on Time” from the American roots category to the pop category, “I would be lying if I said I wasn’t a bit surprised and disappointed.” […]