Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation helped raise more than $75,000 to assist animal shelters and organizations that were affected by the tornadoes that swept across Middle Tennessee on March 3. The devastating twisters killed 25 people and cause more than $1 billion in damage. “We knew people needed to come first, but MuttNation is here because we…
CMT announced the second slate of performers for its two-hour TV special, CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special, on June 3 at 7 p.m. CT. Brandi Carlile, Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Kristen Bell, Lauren Daigle, Luke Combs, Sam Hunt and Tim McGraw will join previously announce performers Brothers Osborne,…
Thomas Rhett scored his 15th No. 1 single as “Beer Can’t Fix” topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week. The tune features vocals from Jon Pardi, who tallied his fifth No. 1 single with the achievement. “Today we celebrated my 15th number one,” said Thomas Rhett via Twitter. “Thank you to my amazing team,…
Country stars are trying to do their part to keep us entertained during our quarantines due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a rundown of what to expect as some of our favorite stars perform live and chat via social media. May 12 (updated throughout the day) Stephanie Quayle: 10 a.m. CT – Facebook Cam: 12…
After topping the Billboard Country Airplay chart for the past two weeks with her duet with Blake Shelton, “Nobody But You,” Gwen Stefani made her Grand Ole Opry debut on May 9. Blake and Gwen performed their No. 1 hit via a remote broadcast performance from Blake’s farm in Oklahoma, while Dustin Lynch and Trace…
During the season finale of American Idol on May 17, a number of Idol alum will return to the show to perform a special rendition of “We Are the World.” Idol judges Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and Katy Perry will perform “We Are the World” with Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Kellie Pickler, Laine Hardy, Gabby…
In honor of his 60th birthday on May 10, Bono compiled a list of “60 Songs That Saved My Life.” The U2 frontman created the playlist—which is available via Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more—and will release a fan letter via U2.com to accompany each song. Six of the letters were released on May 10. “These…
Kenny Chesney scored his ninth No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard 200 Albums chart with his new record, Here & Now Here and Now moved 233,000 equivalent album units, according to Nielsen Music. Kenny’s nine No. 1s on the Billboard 200 chart tie him with Garth Brooks for most all time among country acts. The…
The Grand Ole Opry will tally its 4,924th consecutive Saturday night broadcast on May 16 with a showcase featuring Opry members Keith Urban and Kelsea Ballerini, as well as Morgan Evans. The show will air at 7 p.m. CT on 650 AM WSM and be broadcast live on Circle Television, as well as streamed on…
Miranda Lambert dedicated her Tonight Show performance of “Bluebird” on May 8 to COVID-19 first responders and essential workers. “I want to send this one especially out to the first responders and healthcare workers and grocery people that are keeping us safe and fed,” said Miranda before her at-home video performance. “We’re praying for y’all…