Lindsay Ell announced she will release a new concept album, heart theory, on Aug. 14. The new album, which was produced by Dann Huff, is described in the press release as “an incredibly personal concept album comprised of 12 tracks that journey through each stage of grief: shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing and acceptance.”…… MORE
Like the rest of the music-making world, Jordan Davis was forced to cancel his spring and summer gigs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But there’s been a silver lining for the Louisiana native, who has scored three consecutive No. 1 singles with “Slow Dance in a Parking Lot” (April 2020), “Take It From Me” (March…… MORE
Eric Church released his rowdy new single, “Stick That in Your Country Song,” on June 25. Penned by Davis Naish and Jeffrey Steele—and produced by Jay Joyce—“Stick That in Your Country Song” tackles societal issues ranging from guns and drugs to veterans and school teachers. Eric croons the emphatic chorus, “Stick that in your country…… MORE
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Runaway June has released its first single since the departure of Hannah Mulholland and addition of Natalie Stovall in May. The revamped trio—comprised of Natalie and founding members Naomi Cooke and Jennifer Wayne—released a new version of “We Were Rich.” Penned by Ross Copperman, Nicolle Galyon and Ashley Gorley, “We Were Rich” is featured on…… MORE
Nashville’s 2020 CMA Fest (June 4–7) may have been cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the Country Music Association is planning to keep fans entertained this summer. Jimmie Allen and Lindsay Ell will host CMA Summer Stay-Cay on July 1 at 5 p.m. CT. The live-stream event will air via CMA’s YouTube and Facebook.…… MORE
From artists and honorees to streaming platforms and times, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about Ty Herndon’s 5th Concert for Love and Acceptance. Date: June 30 Time: 6 p.m. CT Streaming Platform: CMT’s Facebook & YouTube Hosts: Ty Herndon, Kristin Chenoweth & Cody Alan Performers and Participants: Lauren Alaina, Matt Bomer, Lewis…… MORE
Caylee Hammack will release her major-label debut album, If It Wasn’t For You, on Aug. 14. Caylee, who was named to CMT’s 2020 Next Women of Country class, co-wrote and co-produced every song on the 13-track album. Additional songwriters include Natalie Hemby, Laura Veltz, Troy Verges and more. Ashley McBryde and Tenille Townes are featured…… MORE
The Grand Ole Opry tallied its 4,929th consecutive Saturday night broadcast on June 20 with a showcase featuring Darius Rucker and Clint Black. In addition to performing past hits “Killin’ Time,” “Nothin’ But the Taillights” and more, Clint treated viewers/listeners to a rendition of his new single, “America (Still in Love With You),” from his…… MORE
Eric Church will follow up his Top 20 hit, “Monsters,” with the release of a new single, “Stick That in Your Country Song.” The new single will impact country radio on June 29, after the release of the lyric video on June 26. Eric teased the song’s release in a video sent to his fan…… MORE
A new book, Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics, will explore the country icon’s vast musical catalog. In the upcoming book, Dolly will share personal stories behind the lyrics of 175 of her songs, as well as never-before-seen photographs and memorabilia. “A songteller is what I am, and this is my first-ever book of…… MORE
