IAN MUNSICK ANNOUNCES 4TH STUDIO ALBUM, THE MOUNTAIN GOAT, ARRIVING AUGUST 21, 2026

Munsick Previews Album with “World War III,” Out This Friday Park City, Utah Added to “The Road to The Mountain Goat,” An Album Release Week Tour NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As one of modern country’s few Rocky Mountain artists – and the only one to merge its timeless traditions with an electrifying roots-pop edge – Wyoming native Ian Munsick has taken his music to the wild places few singer-songwriters go. With … Continue reading IAN MUNSICK ANNOUNCES 4TH STUDIO ALBUM, THE MOUNTAIN GOAT, ARRIVING AUGUST 21, 2026

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TEXAS COUNTRY ARTIST HAYDEN HADDOCK

FUELS THE FIRE WITH NEW SINGLE “I’LL BRING THE MATCHES“ Lighthearted Tale Of Romantic Arson Due July 10, 2026 LISTEN NASHVILLE, Tenn. – From the heart of the Lone Star State, independent country recording artist Hayden Haddock has announced the upcoming release of his latest studio recording, “I’ll Bring The Matches,”* due Friday, July 10, 2026. Penned by Jacob Boyd and Dan Hutson and tracked at the historic Rosewood Studios in Tyler, Texas under … Continue reading TEXAS COUNTRY ARTIST HAYDEN HADDOCK

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DUSTIN LYNCH DELIVERS TWO OF CMA FEST’S HOTTEST TICKETS WITH FOURTH ANNUAL POOL SITUATION AND THE RETURN OF THE NIGHTLIFE PARTY CLUB SET

NASHVILLE, TENN. (June 9, 2026) — During CMA Fest 2026, Dustin Lynch once again proved why fans flock to his signature events year after year, bringing thousands together across two unforgettable celebrations that showcased both sides of his high-energy live experience while his latest country radio single “Easy To Love” continues to climb the charts. On Thursday (6/4), Lynch kicked off the festivities with the fourth … Continue reading DUSTIN LYNCH DELIVERS TWO OF CMA FEST’S HOTTEST TICKETS WITH FOURTH ANNUAL POOL SITUATION AND THE RETURN OF THE NIGHTLIFE PARTY CLUB SET

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Lee Greenwood,

Brings Back Award-Winning Soldier Valley Spirits to Honor Veterans and Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday NASHVILLE, Tennessee (June 9, 2026) — As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, country music icon Lee Greenwood is bringing back Soldier Valley Spirits, an award-winning collection of American-made bourbon, whiskey, and vodka created to honor veterans, support charities, and celebrate the values that unite the nation. The relaunch comes as … Continue reading Lee Greenwood,

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THE RED CLAY STRAYS RELEASE SOUL-STIRRING THIRD STUDIO ALBUM ‘GRATEFUL’

OUT TODAY VIA HBYCO RECORDS/RCA RECORDS — STREAM/ PURCHASE RELEASE POWERFUL IMPROVISATIONAL DANCE VIDEO FOR “DO TODAY” — WATCH EPIC NORTH AMERICAN LIVE SCHEDULE CONTINUES TONIGHT WITH CMA FEST PERFORMANCE IN NASHVILLE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE BIGGEST HEADLINE TOUR THUS FAR, PLUS TOP-BILLED FESTIVAL APPEARANCES, THE INAUGURAL “THE RED CLAY STRAYS FAN FEST 2026,” AND MORE RECENTLY AWARDED “GROUP OF THE YEAR” AT THE 61ST ACM AWARDS + BILLBOARD … Continue reading THE RED CLAY STRAYS RELEASE SOUL-STIRRING THIRD STUDIO ALBUM ‘GRATEFUL’

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Amazing Country Artist LEE NEWTON Opens for Country Supergroup and Has a Couple Big Surprises For The Audience!

North Carolina Native and Nashville Recording artist/ Country Singer Lee Newton Recently Opened Up for The Award Winning and Grand Ole Opry Vocal Group Diamond Rio. The Show was The Kick off to the Celebrity Concerts held at The Country Tonight Theater In Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Brought to you by Brian Orr and East Tennessee Concerts and Country Tonight Theater.Lee Has Opened For and Played … Continue reading Amazing Country Artist LEE NEWTON Opens for Country Supergroup and Has a Couple Big Surprises For The Audience!

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ALISON NICHOLS STRIPS IT BACK ON “DRESSIN’ DOWN” – OUT NOW

NASHVILLE, TN (June 5, 2026) – Alison Nichols pulls back the curtain for something personal on her new release, “Dressin’ Down,” out now via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Written by Nichols with Sherrie Austin, Will Rambeaux and Brenna Bone, and produced by Rambeaux and Ilya Toshinskiy, the track blends modern wit, lived-in country warmth and romantic honesty into a song about choosing real connection over a world built … Continue reading ALISON NICHOLS STRIPS IT BACK ON “DRESSIN’ DOWN” – OUT NOW

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Country Supergroup DIAMOND RIO Plays To a Sold Out Crowd In Pigeon Forge Tennessee!

Legendary Grammy Award Winning Country Music Group Diamond Rio Recently made a stop in Pigeon Forge Tennessee to play for a sold out show at the Country Tonight Theater . A Grand Start to the Celebrity concert series brought to you by Brian Orr of East Tennessee Concerts and The Country Tonight Theater. Fans Arrived early and you could feel the Excitement like electricity in … Continue reading Country Supergroup DIAMOND RIO Plays To a Sold Out Crowd In Pigeon Forge Tennessee!

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COUNTRY MUSIC ICON, JO DEE MESSINA RELEASES BRIDGES

FIRST STUDIO ALBUM IN OVER A DECADE DUE OUT FRIDAY, JUNE 5 BRIDGES TOUR: CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF JO DEE MESSINA KICKS OFF ON JUNE 11 CMA FEST PERFORMANCE ON FRIDAY, JUNE 5 AT NISSAN STADIUM GRAND OLE OPRY PERFORMANCE AND POST SHOW SIGNING EVENT TUESDAY, JUNE 9 ICYMI: WATCH JO DEE MESSINA ON THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW This Friday, June 5, Jo Dee Messina will release her highly … Continue reading COUNTRY MUSIC ICON, JO DEE MESSINA RELEASES BRIDGES

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LAINEY WILSON’S NEW SINGLE “PHONE, KEYS, WALLET” OUT NOW

FEATURES SPECIAL GUEST JOHN MAYER ON GUITAR SELECT SUMMER TOUR DATES CONFIRMED INCLUDING STADIUM SHOWS WITH CHRIS STAPLETON Nashville, TN (June 4, 2026) — 16x ACM, 12x CMA and Grammy Award-winner Lainey Wilson’s new single, “Phone, Keys, Wallet,” is out now, featuring special guest John Mayer on guitar. Listen to the song HERE (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), which world premiered at country radio across the U.S. and Canada today. Written during … Continue reading LAINEY WILSON’S NEW SINGLE “PHONE, KEYS, WALLET” OUT NOW

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