Just days before “CMA Fest” airs on screens across the U.S., the Country Music Association has revealed the set list of 30 top hits that will be performed during the Music Event of Summer on August 3 at 8/7c on ABC and available next day on Hulu. The primetime network special features Dierks Bentley and…… Read More
Platinum-selling recording artist and Grand Ole Opry member Lauren Alaina has signed a record deal with Big Loud Records. “I got a label that matches my personality: big, loud, and country,” Alaina said, calling her new partner her “dream label.” “I really want to tap into my country roots. I don’t think people remember like…… Read More
Farm Aid 2022 is set to feature Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Chris Stapleton, Sheryl Crow and many more. Farm Aid’s annual festival – a full day of music, family farmers, HOMEGROWN food and agrarian experiences – will showcase how farmers are leading the way to mitigate climate change by sharing their stories on the Farm…… Read More
HarbourView Equity Partners has acquired the publishing catalog of multi-Platinum band Lady A and country megastar Brad Paisley. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed, but Bloomberg reported that Paisley sold his recorded music rights in a deal worth $25 million. Paisley has earned his place in country music history as one of the genre’s…… Read More
Angry fans of Kid Rock created chaos at the North Dakota State Fair on Friday night (July 22) after the singer canceled his headlining appearance at the last minute. The country-rock singer posted a message on Twitter saying, “SO PISSED OFF we could not play for a sold out crowd tonight in Minot, ND (because…… Read More
The cause of death of Hank Williams Jr.’s wife Mary Jane Thomas has been confirmed. The country music icon’s wife died on March 22 at the age of 58. The death of Mary Jane was reported by TMZ, quoting a family member. She died in Jupiter, Florida, apparently suffering a complication, possibly a blood clot,…… Read More
Country superstar Kelsea Ballerini has announced an intimate 10-date tour this fall in support of her upcoming album, Subject to Change. “I’ve really missed you. Let’s jump right back in together for these 10 special nights,” Ballerini announced on social media. “The Heartfirst Tour” is set to kick off on September 24 with a show…… Read More
The upcoming 10-day Lucktoberfest music festival, set to take place between October 28 and November 6 at Willie Nelson’s Luck Ranch in Texas, will feature performances by Tanya Tucker, Los Lobos and several other acts, according to an announcement from Luck Presents. In addition to Tucker and Los Lobos, many other artists, including Orville Peck…… Read More
Taylor Swift joined the Haim sisters onstage for a couple of songs during their concert at London’s O2 Arena as part of the One More Haim Tour last Thursday (July 21). Swift, wearing the custom Louis Vuitton leather pants and black crop top that the three sisters have been sporting throughout their ongoing tour, joined…… Read More
Jon Pardi recently shared the title track from his upcoming album, Mr. Saturday Night. The 14-track record, which is the country music singer-songwriter’s fourth studio album, is scheduled for release on September 2. The song opens with its chorus as Pardi reflects on his nickname “Mr. Saturday Night.” “Mr. Saturday Night” was co-written by Benjy…… Read More
