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Greylan James to Release Debut Album, Headline Wedding Season Tour
by Rachel Stone - Oct 7, 2026

Country artist Greylan James announced his self-titled debut album due November 13, featuring 13 original tracks and a Dolly Parton cover. He will launch his headlining Wedding Season: The Tour and open for Kenny Chesney's 2027 stadium tour.

Luke Bryan Releases SIGNS Album; to Perform on Tonight Show Sept 27
by Rachel Stone - Sep 18, 2026

Luke Bryan released his ninth studio album, SIGNS, a 12-track project produced by Jeff Stevens and Jody Stevens. The country artist will perform on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on September 27, followed by appearances on Good Morning America and GMA 3.

Blake Whiten Earns First Gold Certification for 'Rollin' Stone'
by Rachel Stone - Sep 10, 2026

Blake Whiten received a gold plaque for his debut single 'Rollin' Stone,' which has accumulated over 140 million streams. The milestone comes as his follow-up single 'Bet On That' reached No. 1 on SiriusXM The Highway.

Luke Bryan Sets SIGNS Album Closer "Finders Keepers" With Luke Combs
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026

Luke Bryan said the final track on his upcoming album SIGNS is a duet with Luke Combs called "Finders Keepers," written by Jimi Bell, Beau Bailey and Sam Ellis.

Photos: BET ON THAT Tops Country Radio Adds Ahead of Blake Whiten's Tour
by Rachel Stone - Aug 18, 2026

Blake Whiten's debut single BET ON THAT landed on 46 stations to become radio's most added track, ahead of the singer's upcoming SOMETHING TO SAY headlining tour.

WOODY SEZ: The Life & Music of Woody Guthrie to Return to the US and the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026

This year, Woody Sez: The Life & Music of Woody Guthrie is returning to stages on both sides of the Atlantic, with productions in the United Kingdom and the United States celebrating the life, music, and enduring legacy of Woody Guthrie.

The 1/52 Project Opens Applications For Fifth Year Of Designer Grant Program
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026

The 1/52 Project has opened applications for its 2026 grant cycle supporting early-career theatre designers from historically excluded groups. Founded by Beowulf Boritt, the OBIE Award-winning program provides financial grants of up to $17,500.

Review: HOME AT SEVEN, Tabard Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Sep 6, 2025

From the writer of Journey's End and The Dam Busters

TASTE WITH GRACE Digital Cookbook By Grace Leer Available Now
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2022

Country singer/songwriter and self-proclaimed foodie Grace Leer—who started cooking live on Instagram during quarantine—is sharing her love of two things that go great together: authentic country music and down-home cookin'. 

Tiffany Woys Announces EP 'All About Love'
by Michael Major - Feb 14, 2022

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Tiffany Woys is announcing her brand-new EP All About Love. The new release will feature current single “About Love,” as well as her newly released powerful version of LeAnn Rimes’ “Probably Wouldn’t Be This Way,” a vocalist she names as one of her top influences. 

VIDEO: Tiffany Woys Releases 'About Love' Music Video
by Michael Major - Dec 8, 2021

Tiffany Woys has released the official music video for her brand new single, “About Love.”  The sweet clip, filmed in the neon lights of downtown Nashville and directed by Robert Chavers. Written by Jason Saenz, Sara Haze and Sam Ellis, “About Love” marks Tiffany’s fifth charted single on Billboard’s National Country Radio Indicator Chart.

Guests Announced For Episode 31 Of 4Wall Sunday Roundtable
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2021

Episode 31 of 4Wall Entertainment's Sunday Roundtable features Production Managers, Technical Supervisors, and Producing Directors from Broadway, Lincoln Center, Disney, and Regional Theatre.

Tyra Madison Announces Upcoming Single Release
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 21, 2021

“One of the most exciting new voices” (CelebMix), pop-country artist Tyra Madison is kicking off 2021 in a big way.

Ingrid Andress Shares New Single 'Christmas Always Finds Me'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 26, 2020

In a year filled with uncertainty and instability, Warner Music Nashville/Atlantic Records’ standout singer/songwriter Ingrid Andress is offering a message of reassurance

Nominees Announced for the 54TH ANNUAL CMA AWARDS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 1, 2020

The Country Music Association has announced the nominees for a?oeThe 54th Annual CMA Awards,a?? with Miranda Lambert topping the list at seven nominations.

Music Executives Katie Vinten & Alicia Pruitt Organize Star-Studded Songwriting Camp In Nashville
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 5, 2020

Yesterday, 18 songwriters capped off a multi-day songwriting camp in Nashville, TN that was conceptualized by powerhouse music executives Katie Vinten (Co-founder of Facet and founder of Black Diamond Management) and Alicia Pruitt (Founder of Madfun Entertainment). Vinten & Pruitt, longstanding friends and colleagues from their time together at Warner Chappell, organized the camp to celebrate community among artists. Across the past three days, they united some of music's biggest songwriters from both Nashville & Los Angeles for collaborative writing sessions at Oceanway Studios. The full list of songwriters that participated in the retreat were:

Tiffany Woys Debuts 'Hostage' Music Video
by Abigail Charpentier - Sep 12, 2019

Rising country star Tiffany Woysis excited to premiere the official music video for her new single, “Hostage,” exclusively via Taste of Country. The emotional video, depicting the volatility of a toxic relationship, was filmed in Nashville and directed by Robert Chavers.“Hostage,” a “hard-driving breakup anthem” written by Ben Caver, Sara Haze and Sam Ellis and produced by Bobby Campbell, is now available for streaming and download on all major platforms.

'Hostage' by Tiffany Woys Out Now
by Abigail Charpentier - Jul 15, 2019

Breakout country star Tiffany Woys is excited to debut her brand new single, “Hostage,” with an exclusive audio premiere via The Boot. Written by Ben Caver, Sara Haze and Sam Ellis and produced by Bobby Campbell, the song is a “hard-driving breakup anthem.” The track is available on all major platforms now.

Meghan Patrick, Tim Hicks Lead CMAOntario Awards Nominations
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 3, 2019

The Country Music Association of Ontario (CMAOntario) is excited to announce the nominees for the 7th Annual CMAOntario Awards. Leading the nominations are seven time CMAOntario Award winner Meghan Patrick, and five time CMAOntario Award winner Tim Hicks, with six nominations each.

Catherine McGrath Announces Biggest Tour to Date
by Macon Prickett - May 1, 2018

At a time when country music is exploding into the mainstream with huge collaborations between Justin Timberlake and Chris Stapleton, and Bebe Rexha and Florida GeorgiaLine, Catherine McGrath is poised to become the first international crossover star from the burgeoning UK country scene.