After more than three years, Sara Evans has finally found the right Words. Sara is gearing up for the release of her new album, Words, on July 21—her first studio album since 2014’s Slow Me Down. The new 14-song collection features 14 female songwriters, including Ashley Monroe, Caitlyn Smith, Hillary Lindsey, Hillary Scott, Liz Hengber…… MORE
Exclusive: Watch Lee Brice Perform “Hard to Love,” “I Drive Your Truck,” “Boy” & More at NASH Studio
Lee Brice stopped by NASH FM 94.7 studios in New York City for a live concert from Stage 17 that was sponsored by Wendy’s. In addition to chatting with co-hosts Katie Neal and Jesse Addy, Lee treated the audience to an acoustic set that included No. 1 singles “Hard to Love,” “I Drive Your Truck”…… MORE
Academy of Country Music Announces Studio Recording Winners for 52nd ACM Awards [Complete List]
Today (June 29), the Academy of Country Music announced the winners of the Studio Recording Awards for the 52nd ACM Awards. Voted on by the Academy’s professional members, the Studio Recording Awards honor the behind-the-scenes musicians, producers, engineers and industry professionals who contribute to the artistry, success and longevity of country music. The Studio Recording…… MORE
Watch Luke Combs’ New Lyric Video for “When It Rains It Pours”
Luke Combs hit the top of the charts with his debut single, “Hurricane,” and now he’s hoping his second weather-related single, “When It Rains It Pours,” will do the same. Written by Luke, Ray Fulcher and Jordan Walker, the lighthearted new single is currently No. 49 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart after two weeks. Luke…… MORE
Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley Sells His Nashville Home for Almost $3 Million [Photos]
Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley and wife Cassie recently sold their Nashville home for $2.91 million in an off-market deal, according to ArchitecturalDigest.com. Charles and Cassie bought the 6,218-square-foot house in 2012 for $1.6 million. The five-bedroom, six-bath, two-story Georgian home, which was recently renovated by Ridley Wills Co., features an open kitchen, pool, pool house,…… MORE
40 Solo Males, 5 Solo Females Have a Single on This Week’s Billboard Country Airplay Chart: 10 Years Ago, There Were a Lot More Ladies
The numbers don’t lie, and from the looks of ’em, female solo artists don’t have a lot to celebrate this week. In the Top 60 spots on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, only five solo female artists—Carly Pearce, Maren Morris, Miranda Lambert, Kelsea Ballerini and Brooke Eden—are represented, while 40 solo male artists made the cut.…… MORE
AmericanaFest Announces Second Round of Performers, Including Hayes Carll, Amanda Shires, Lori McKenna & More
Almost 300 artists will descend upon Nashville for the 17th annual AmericanaFest on Sept. 12–17. Today (June 28), the Americana Music Association announced the second round of artists—84 in total—who are slated to perform during the six-day event, including Hayes Carll, Amanda Shires, Lori McKenna, Drive-By Truckers, David Ramirez, The Wood Brothers and more. Previously…… MORE
Watch Earth, Wind & Fire Team With Dan + Shay, Darius Rucker, Rascal Flatts, Lady Antebellum & More on “CMT Crossroads”
Dan + Shay, Darius Rucker, Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride, Drake White, Sara Evans and Lady Antebellum took part in a special outdoor CMT Crossroads featuring Earth, Wind & Fire that aired on June 23. Some of Earth, Wind & Fire’s biggest hits got a country twist, including: Dan + Shay: “That’s the Way of the…… MORE
68 Photos: Take a Sneak Peek Inside Shania Twain’s New Exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame
Shania Twain welcomed friends, colleagues and industry insiders into the Country Music Hall of Fame last night (June 27) for a sneak peek of her new exhibit, Shania Twain: Rock This Country. Sparkling in a gold, bell-bottomed pantsuit, Shania addressed the crowd gathered in the Hall of Fame rotunda, saying, in part, “What I longed…… MORE
George Strait’s Old Topless Bentley Is For Sale . . . and We Don’t Mean Dierks [Photo Gallery]
According to a post on Autotrader.com, a 2012 Bentley Continental GTC convertible once owned by George Strait is for sale for $159,000. Check out the “Seller’s Comments” and a photo gallery below. “Previously owned by the king of country music Mr. GEORGE STRAIT!!!! With signed car manual, LIKE NEW WITH LOW MILES!!” “A/C ice cold,…… MORE
