Country Music News Archives - Page 46 of 82

Elmo and Abby Cadabby go country as ‘Sesame Street’ comes to the Opry

Friday, August 15 by News Room

There's typically no shortage of joyous moments on the Opry stage, but that was never more true than when Sesame Street's Elmo and Abby Cadabby made their debut on Thursday.Elmo duetted with Lauren Alaina on her chart-topping hit "Road Less Traveled," while Abby sang... Read More.

Priscilla Block unveils ‘Things You Didn’t See’ on second album

Friday, August 15 by News Room

Priscilla Block is going deeper on her sophomore record, Things You Didn't See, which is set to arrive Oct. 10.“The past couple of years have been a rollercoaster," she reflects. "This life has challenged me not only as an artist, but as a... Read More.

‘After All the Bars Are Closed,’ Thomas Rhett is #1

Friday, August 15 by News Room

Thomas Rhett has the 21st #1 of his career, as "After All the Bars Are Closed" sits atop the Billboard Country Airplay chart. TR co-wrote the song, which is the second single from his About a Woman album. Most recently, he reached the pinnacle... Read More.

The double meaning of Russell Dickerson’s ‘Famous Back Home’

Friday, August 15 by News Room

A week ahead of the release of his fourth studio album, Russell Dickerson's releasing the title track, "Famous Back Home.""Growing up in my small Tennessee town, I dreamed, 'I’m going to make it out of here. I’m going to make it big. Everyone... Read More.

Girl dad, reporting for duty: ‘Softie’ Cole Swindell is all in

Friday, August 15 by News Room

Cole Swindell's just finished up his first week as a father, after the arrival of Rainey Gail Swindell on Aug. 7. So how does he feel about being a girl dad?Well, being a self-described "softie" who's "emotional and feel[s] things deeper," he already suspects he... Read More.

Nashville notes: ‘Sesame Street’ comes to the Opry + Connie Smith’s milestone

Thursday, August 14 by News Room

Country Music Hall of Famer Connie Smith will celebrate her 60th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry Aug. 20, with performances by her husband, Marty Stuart, plus Vince Gill, Chris Janson and more. Connie and the late Jean Shepard are the... Read More.

How to get an early listen to Chris Young’s upcoming 10th album

Thursday, August 14 by News Room

Chris Young's new album, I Didn't Come Here to Leave, won't be out until Oct. 17, but you won't have to wait that long for a preview. The "Young Love & Saturday Nights" hitmaker will give fans a first listen at his 10th album Sept.... Read More.

Old Dominion paves the way for ‘Barbara’ by picking up some new bling

Thursday, August 14 by News Room

Old Dominion previewed their new album, Barbara, Wednesday afternoon at Odie's in midtown Nashville — but not before they picked up a little extra bling. OD's label started the party by revealing three new RIAA certifications for the CMA and ACM group of the year.... Read More.

Jon Pardi’s planning a major halftime show this football season

Thursday, August 14 by News Room

Jon Pardi's headed to Texas to play a major halftime show this football season.He'll be the entertainment at the 2025 Big 12 football championship on Dec. 6 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. You'll be able to watch the game starting at noon ET on... Read More.

Ashley McBryde books Nightfall at the Hall

Thursday, August 14 by News Room

Ashley McBryde's set to play the 13th annual Nightfall at the Hall concert Oct. 6 at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The yearly after-hours celebration is a gathering for the museum's Troubadour members. The group of young professionals between the ages of... Read More.