Darin & Brooke Aldridge Inducted Into The Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame

New Album ‘Soul Condition’ Out April 17 New Single “You Don’t Knock” premiered by GodTube WILKESBORO, N.C. – Multi-award-winning bluegrass favorites Darin & Brooke Aldridge were inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame this past weekend, marking a significant milestone in their celebrated career. The honor places the beloved duo among an elite class of artists who have shaped the sound and legacy of Appalachian music, … Continue reading Darin & Brooke Aldridge Inducted Into The Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame

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AN UNEARTHED FINAL CHAPTER FROM ONE OF COUNTRY MUSIC’S MOST TREASURED VOICES: DON WILLIAMS

EPILOGUE: THE CELLAR TAPES, a collection of never-before-heard recordings from the “Gentle Giant,” captured during his defining 1979-1984 era Lovingly restored from the original tapes and completed with contributions from his longtime collaborators and touring band The full 12-song album arrives May 29 via Craft Recordings Listen to the single “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight” today Watch the music video for “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight”Pre-order/Pre-save the … Continue reading AN UNEARTHED FINAL CHAPTER FROM ONE OF COUNTRY MUSIC’S MOST TREASURED VOICES: DON WILLIAMS

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AMERICA 250 AT FORT CAMPBELL FEATURING THE LEGEND OF CHARLIE DANIELS

FORT CAMPBELL, KY – In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, Fort Campbell will host an Independence Day celebration on the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Parade Field featuring The Legend of Charlie Daniels Tribute Concert including a state-of-the art-Charlie Daniels hologram. The free event will also include performances by Aaron Tippin, Eric Lee Beddingfield, and the 101st Airborne Division Band. Powered by Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, … Continue reading AMERICA 250 AT FORT CAMPBELL FEATURING THE LEGEND OF CHARLIE DANIELS

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SUNDAY MORNIN’ COUNTRY CELEBRATES FAITH AND MUSIC WITH POWERFUL ARTIST LINEUP

A Family-Focused Celebration of Faith-Driven Country and Gospel Music, Including Aubrey Nicole, Cassidy Daniels, Charlie McCoy, Jimmy Fortune, John Berry, John McEuen, Joy Holden, Mackenzie Phipps, Mandy Barnett, Melanie Walker and more! NASHVILLE, TN – (March 25, 2026) – Sunday Mornin’ Country returns this year with another full lineup of the best Country and Gospel artists, who will be singing songs of inspiration in a wholesome, family-friendly atmosphere. This … Continue reading SUNDAY MORNIN’ COUNTRY CELEBRATES FAITH AND MUSIC WITH POWERFUL ARTIST LINEUP

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TY MYERS ANNOUNCES THE LEGAL TOUR

MASSIVE 33-DATE U.S. HEADLINE RUN KICKS OFF 6/11,PRESALES START NEXT TUESDAY (3/31) —BREAKOUT STAR SELECTED FOR SPOTIFY’S RADAR PROGRAM NASHVILLE, TENN. (March 25, 2026) — Today, 18-year-old breakout star Ty Myers announces The Legal Tour — a monumental headline run launching on June 11, with dates currently scheduled through November 21. Presales for the 33-date U.S. trek begin next Tuesday (3/31) and continue through Thursday (4/2), with the public on-sale … Continue reading TY MYERS ANNOUNCES THE LEGAL TOUR

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REBA McENTIRE HOSTS INTIMATE “ONE NIGHT IN ATOKA” POP-UP PERFORMANCE AT REBA’S PLACE!

Exclusive Ticket Sweepstakes Now Open for the One-Night-Only Event Atoka, OK — March 24, 2026 — Entertainment icon Reba McEntire has announced a special one-night-only pop-up event, “One Night In Atoka,” set for April 9 at Reba’s Place in Atoka, Oklahoma. The exclusive evening will feature an intimate, stripped-down live performance inside her hometown restaurant, offering fans a rare chance to experience McEntire in a … Continue reading REBA McENTIRE HOSTS INTIMATE “ONE NIGHT IN ATOKA” POP-UP PERFORMANCE AT REBA’S PLACE!

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FOREIGNER IGNITES 50th ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW TOUR DATES AND AN ACTION-PACKED YEAR OF A GLOBAL TOUR, MUSICAL PREMIERE, AND OTHER MAJOR MILESTONES

NUMEROUS SOLD-OUT CONCERTS ACROSS THE US AND EUROPE New York, NY – March 24 – Rock legends FOREIGNER are celebrating their 50th anniversary with an action-packed year of global performances, special projects, and historic milestones. With more than 80 million albums sold worldwide and a catalog of era-defining hits that have dominated rock radio for decades, the band is marking the occasion with an expansive international … Continue reading FOREIGNER IGNITES 50th ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW TOUR DATES AND AN ACTION-PACKED YEAR OF A GLOBAL TOUR, MUSICAL PREMIERE, AND OTHER MAJOR MILESTONES

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Clint Black Honored with CRB Career Achievement Award at CRS 2026

(Nashville, Tennessee — March 24, 2026) —Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) proudly recognized country music icon Clint Black as the recipient of the 2026 CRB Career Achievement Award during Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley at Country Radio Seminar (CRS) 2026. During his Thursday performance, Black was surprised with the honor by 2018 recipient Steve Wariner.The CRB Career Achievement Award is presented to artists who have made significant contributions to the development and promotion … Continue reading Clint Black Honored with CRB Career Achievement Award at CRS 2026

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THE OUTLAW MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES ITS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED 2026 TOUR SCHEDULE!

“Undoubtedly the most exciting/eclectic multi-artist festival of the 2025 summer” – Rolling Stone Riding High into its Second Decade, the Iconic Outlaw Tour Celebrates a Living Legend with a Powerhouse Lineup Including Willie Nelson & Family The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crow, Wilco Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, Sierra Hull Robert Randolph, Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble and Lily Meola Featuring Willie’s Annual 4th of … Continue reading THE OUTLAW MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES ITS HIGHLY ANTICIPATED 2026 TOUR SCHEDULE!

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DON McLEAN The Original Troubadour Returns To Australia This October For ‘The American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour’

SYDNEY, Australia – More than half a century after “American Pie” first changed the shape of popular music, the original troubadour, Don McLean returns to Australia this October to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the song that continues to define generations. Still touring, still performing and still drawing audiences who have lived with these songs for decades, McLean’s upcoming shows offer something increasingly rare, the chance to … Continue reading DON McLEAN The Original Troubadour Returns To Australia This October For ‘The American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour’

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