CMA Announces Expansive Changes to Its CMA Touring Awards Honors
by Michael Major - September 26, 2023 New this year, the 2023 CMA Touring Awards will add five categories to its current 15 categories. CMA members will soon have the opportunity to vote for Crew, Backline Technician, Stage Manager, Support Services Company, and Unsung Hero of the Year. Additionally, a CMA Touring Lifetime Achievement A...
Conor Clemmons Declares 'It Chose Me' on New Single
by Josh Sharpe - August 07, 2024 Nashville-based Conor Clemmons transcends the typical mold of a country artist and songwriter clawing their way up the music industry ladder — he embodies the genuine article. Now, he has unveiled his bold and assertive anthem, “It Chose Me,” brimming with spirited energy and conviction. ...
Sara Evans Comes To Universal Preservation Hall This May
by A.A. Cristi - December 11, 2024 Universal Preservation Hall has announced that country music superstar Sara Evans will perform in the Great Hall 7:30 p.m. May 17 for an evening of music and storytelling....
Kelsea Ballerini, Chris Stapleton, & More to Perform at the 60th ACM Awards
by Josh Sharpe - April 24, 2025 Kelsea Ballerini, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, and more new artists have joined the performance lineup set to take the stage at the Academy of Country Music Awards....
Brad Paisley to Return to Las Vegas' Encore Theater This Spring
by Josh Sharpe - February 12, 2025 Global country icon Brad Paisley has announced his highly-anticipated return to Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas with his beloved acoustic performance, “One Man Six Strings,” this Spring....
Jake Worthington Wins Two-Fold at the Texas Country Music Awards
by Michael Major - November 13, 2023 Stepping into renowned lone star state honky tonk Billy Bob's Texas to celebrate and honor country music at last night's Texas Country Music Awards, Texas native Jake Worthington was awarded Male Artist of the Year and Country Album of the Year for his debut, self-titled album....
Mickey Guyton to Host ‘I’m Just Me: A Charley Pride Celebration of Inclusion’
by Josh Sharpe - April 23, 2025 Mickey Guyton is set to host the second annual I’m Just Me: A Charley Pride Celebration of Inclusion will take place on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at the new Hall Park Hotel in Frisco, Texas....
Cirque du Soleil to Launch New Country Music-Themed Touring Show
by Michael Major - November 08, 2023 With deep roots in storytelling, heartfelt emotions, and the ability to resonate with audiences from all walks of life, both country music and Cirque du Soleil embody themes of love and resilience - as well as a passion for breathtaking, powerful performances....
Blake Shelton to Host Live NBC Show Celebrating 100 Years Of The Grand Ole Opry
by Josh Sharpe - January 27, 2025 Grand Ole Opry member and country music superstar Blake Shelton will host NBC’s “Opry 100: A Live Celebration,” honoring the Grand Ole Opry’s milestone 100th anniversary, on Wednesday, March 19 at 8-11 p.m. ET and simulcast on Peacock. ...
CMA Returns to the U.K. and Europe for C2C: Country to Country Festival in 2025
by Josh Sharpe - December 02, 2024 The Country Music Association returns to the U.K. in March 2025 for C2C: Country to Country festival, featuring its critically acclaimed CMA Songwriters Series in London....
60th ACM Awards to Open with Country Medley Featuring Clint Black, Wynonna Judd, & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 01, 2025 The Academy of Country Music has revealed the latest lineup of superstar performances and exclusive collaborations set to take the stage at the Academy of Country Music Awards, including an an opening with 12 minutes straight of music highlighting ACM Songs of the Year from six decades....
'CMA Fest' Concert Special Hosted by Jelly Roll and Ashley McBryde Coming to ABC
by Josh Sharpe - June 03, 2024 The CMA Fest television special will feature never-before-seen performances and surprise collaborations from Country Music’s most exciting acts. Performances will be revealed soon....
CMA FEST: 50 YEARS OF FAN FAIR Will Air on ABC
by Michael Major - July 06, 2023 Following the premiere of “CMA Fest: 50 Years of Fan Fair” on Hulu, the film is coming to Hulu. The 75-minute documentary also features notable artists including Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan, Wynonna Judd, Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood...
Video: The Country Music Hall of Fame & Nashville Ballet Collaborate for Chet Atkins' 100th Birthday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 20, 2024 The Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Ballet have released a video collaboration celebrating Chet Atkins' 100th birthday. Watch now!...
Blake Shelton to Host Live NBC Show Celebrating 100 Years Of The Grand Ole Opry
by Josh Sharpe - January 27, 2025 Grand Ole Opry member and country music superstar Blake Shelton will host NBC’s “Opry 100: A Live Celebration,” honoring the Grand Ole Opry’s milestone 100th anniversary, on Wednesday, March 19 at 8-11 p.m. ET and simulcast on Peacock. ...
Pat Boone Unveils Details Surrounding His Milestone Country Music Project 'Country Jubilee'
by Michael Major - August 21, 2023 Pat Boone marks his 70th year in show business with a momentous and nostalgic return to his Nashville roots. Country Jubilee is set to be released on Boone’s own 20-year-old music imprint, The Gold Label, with Pat Boone serving as the Executive Producer, and Dana McElwain as the Producer....
ABC News Covers Excitement and Backlash Over Beyoncé's New Album In New Special
by Michael Major - March 20, 2024 The special examines how the 32-time Grammy Award-winner’s Houston roots have influenced her artistic journey and features an interview with her previous collaborator Bun B during his recent performance at the Houston Rodeo. Grammy Award-winner Rhiannon Giddens, who plays the banjo on Beyoncé’s hit ...
Texas Tribute to Randy Travis Announces Additional Guest Artists
by Michael Major - November 13, 2023 Rounding out the lineup for ‘A Texas Heroes & Friends Tribute to Randy Travis’ is Travis' songwriting stalwart and longtime friend, Paul Overstreet, Asleep at the Wheel's Ray Benson, Casey Donahew, Pecos & The Rooftop's Pecos Hurley, Mike Ryan, Jon Wolfe, Texas-country legend Rosie Flores, Waylon P...
Vince Gill To Receive the 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award
by Josh Sharpe - November 10, 2025 The Country Music Association has announced Country Music legend Vince Gill as the 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Gill will accept the honor during “The 59th Annual CMA Awards,” following a special tribute performance....
'CMA Fest' Concert Special Hosted by Jelly Roll and Ashley McBryde Coming to ABC
by Josh Sharpe - June 03, 2024 The CMA Fest television special will feature never-before-seen performances and surprise collaborations from Country Music’s most exciting acts. Performances will be revealed soon....
Nicole Kidman to Headline Career-Spanning Q&A Discussion at Nashville Film Festival
by Josh Sharpe - August 27, 2025 The Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) is set to host Academy Award-winning actress Nicole Kidman for a Q&A discussion on her career at this year’s 56th annual event....
TRAILBLAZING WOMEN OF COUNTRY Comes To Alberta Bair Theater In Just 3 Weeks
by A.A. Cristi - February 06, 2025 Alberta Bair Theater will celebrate the legendary country musicians Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, and Patsy Cline with Trailblazing Women of Country on Friday, February 28, at 7:30 PM. ...
OPRY 100: A LIVE CELEBRATION Performances Detailed
by Josh Sharpe - March 18, 2025 Grand Ole Opry member and country music superstar Blake Shelton will host NBC’s “Opry 100: A Live Celebration,” honoring the Grand Ole Opry’s milestone 100th anniversary, on Wednesday, March 19 at 8-11 p.m. ET on NBC and simulcast on Peacock. ...
Keith Urban to be Honored with ACM Triple Crown Award at 60th ACM Awards
by Josh Sharpe - May 05, 2025 Keith Urban will be honored with the coveted ACM Triple Crown Award and honored with numerous performances of his songs by fellow artists at the Academy of Country Music Awards....
Video: The Country Music Hall of Fame & Nashville Ballet Collaborate for Chet Atkins' 100th Birthday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 20, 2024 The Country Music Hall of Fame and Nashville Ballet have released a video collaboration celebrating Chet Atkins' 100th birthday. Watch now!... |