Gabby Barrett’s “I Hope” is No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart (streaming, sales and airplay-based) for the 13th week, which is the second-longest run by a solo female artist in the history of the chart. Only Maren Morris’ “The Bones” enjoyed a longer reign with 19 weeks atop the chart. Penned by…… MORE
Kix Brooks to Host Westwood One’s “A Salute to Our Military Veterans” Radio Special
In recognition of Veterans Day on Nov. 11, Kix Brooks will help honor the men and women who have served our country by hosting Westwood One’s annual radio special, A Salute to Our Military Veterans. Keeping with tradition, Kix has invited some of his friends to join him on this year’s show to talk about…… MORE
Watch Reba McEntire Perform “Rumor Has It,” “Fancy” & More at Ryman Auditorium
Reba McEntire was one of the 35 artists taking part in the virtual Save Our Stages Festival on Oct. 16–18. The three-day virtual festival, in partnership with National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), featured performances recorded live at more than 25 independent concert venues across country. Fans were able to donate directly to the NIVA’s Emergency…… MORE
Jason Aldean Scores 24th No. 1 Single With “Got What I Got”
Jason Aldean scored his 24th No. 1 single as “Got What I Got” ascended to No. 1 on both the Billboard Country Airplay chart and Mediabase chart this week. Penned by Thomas Archer, Alex Palmer and Michael Tyler, “Got What I Got” is featured on Jason’s 2019 album, 9. The tune follows Jason’s previous No.…… MORE
Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill & More Donate Handwritten Song Lyrics to Benefit Covid Relief Plan
More than two dozen artists—including Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill, and Brooks & Dunn—have donated their handwritten song lyrics to benefit Music Health Alliance. The lyrics are being auctioned by Julien’s Auctions with proceeds supporting Music Health Alliance’s Covid-19 Relief Plan, which was created to provide assistance to music professionals and their families during…… MORE
12th Annual “Opry Goes Pink” Show on Oct. 24 to Feature Lauren Alaina, Little Big Town, Rita Wilson & More
The Grand Ole Opry’s 12th annual Opry Goes Pink show on Oct. 24 in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month will feature performances by Lauren Alaina, Little Big Town, and Rita Wilson with Victoria Shaw and Erin Kinsey. The show will air live on Circle TV at 7 p.m. CT, as well as a companion…… MORE
Brooks on Brooks: Kix Says Garth Was Ready to “Let Other Acts Rock With” the CMA Entertainer of the Year Award
With 19 CMA Awards in their trophy cases, Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn are second only to George Strait (22) on the all-time list. The duo also took home the CMA’s most coveted award, Entertainer of the Year, in 1996. From one CMA Entertainer of the Year to another, Kix Brooks…… MORE
Garth Brooks to Release 2 New Albums, “Fun” and “Triple Live Deluxe,” on Nov. 20
Garth Brooks announced he will release two new albums, Fun and Triple Live Deluxe, on Nov. 20. Garth has already shared a number of songs from Fun, including “That’s What Cowboys Do,” “The Road I’m On,” “Courage of Love,” “Party Gras,” “All Day Long,” “Stronger Than Me” and “Dive Bar.” The 14-track album also features…… MORE
1990s Country Star Doug Supernaw Under Hospice Care as Cancer Spreads
Doug Supernaw is under the care of hospice, according to a post on his Facebook page on Oct. 18. “I have been hoping to not have to pass this information on to you, but, Doug’s cancer has spread to the brain and spine, and he is now under hospice care. I will update as much…… MORE
New Category Added to CMT Awards: Quarantine Video of the Year [Vote Now]
CMT added a new category to the CMT Music Awards: Quarantine Video of the Year. Fans can vote for their favorite video created during quarantine by swiping up on CMT’s Instagram Story. The winner will be announced across CMT’s social platforms on October 21. Quarantine Video of the Year Nominees Big & Rich – “Stay…… MORE
