As of today, there is only one woman in the Top 30 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart: Maren Morris, whose single “Rich” is currently No. 5. Maren stopped by Women Want to Hear Women this week and delivered an open and honest dialogue about the current state of women in the country industry, differences…
Listen to Cole Swindell’s Guilt-Ridden New Single, “Love You Too Late”
Cole Swindell will try to score the ninth No. 1 hit of his singing career with the release of his new single, “Love You Too Late.” Penned by Cole, Michael Carter and Brandon Kinney, “Love You Too Late” follows No. 1 lead single, “Break Up in the End,” from Cole’s third album, All of It,…
Listen to Carly Pearce’s Spirited New Single, “Closer to You”
Following the success of hit singles “Every Little Thing” and “Hide the Wine” from her 2017 debut album, Carly Pearce is giving fans the first taste of her sophomore set with the release of “Closer to You.” Produced by busbee and co-penned by Hillary Lindsey, Gordie Sampson and Troy Verges, “Closer to You” will impact…
Brett Young Marries Longtime Girlfriend Taylor Mills
Brett Young married longtime girlfriend Taylor Mills in Palm Springs, Calif., on Nov. 3. Brett and Taylor, who got engaged in February 2018, have known each other for more than 10 years. Love has been a constant theme for Brett since releasing his self-titled debut album in February 2017. The 12-track offering—of which Brett co-wrote…
Chris Stapleton & Wife Morgane Announce They Are Expecting Their Fifth Child
Chris Stapleton announced that he and wife Morgane are expecting their fifth child. Chris broke the news onstage during his concert at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 2, with his wife by his side. “I’ve got an announcement to make,” said Chris during his extended rendition of “Tennessee Whiskey.” “Some of you may know that…
Miranda Lambert Helps Escort Unruly Fan From the Ryman
During the Pistol Annies performance at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on Oct. 25, Miranda Lambert unhooked her guitar and helped escort an unruly fan from her perch at the front of the stage. “I’m not gonna have you stealing our show tonight, honey, you’re gonna have to go sit down,” said Miranda from the stage. A…
Granger Smith reveals he’s been working on a documentary
Yes, the YEEYEE star has a soft side, and announced just a few days ago that he’s been working on “They Were There: A Hero’s Documentary” honoring the lives of five fallen soldiers. Granger’s inspiration? – “I’m lucky enough to have achieved a lot of different milestones and accolades in my career, but I realize that doesn’t…
Listen to Blake Shelton Cover Bobby Bare’s “Tequila Shelia” in New “Friends & Heroes Session”
After announcing his 2019 Friends & Heroes Tour with the Bellamy Brothers, John Anderson, Trace Adkins and Lauren Alaina, Blake Shelton has decided to cover a handful of classic country songs leading up to the tour in his Friends & Heroes Session. First up? Bobby Bare’s “Tequila Shelia,” which was featured on Bobby’s 1980 album,…
Country-Themed Night on “Dancing With the Stars” to Feature Cole Swindell, Lauren Alaina, Chris Janson, Carly Pearce & Lanco
On Nov. 5, ABC’s Dancing With the Stars will get fans in a country state of mind for the upcoming CMA Awards on Nov. 14. DWTS’s country-themed episode will feature live performances by Lauren Alaina (“Ladies in the ’90s”), Chris Janson (“Can’t Help Falling in Love”), Lanco (“Born to Love”), Carly Pearce (“Every Little Thing”)…
George Strait Announces Rare Concert Date in 2019 With Chris Stapleton & More
Since George Strait trotted off into the sunset on his Cowboy Rides Away Tour in 2014, his appearances onstage have been few and far between—outside of his 18 “Strait to Vegas” concerts. However, George has announced he will take the stage on March 30 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The King of Country will be…