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JD SHELBURNE HONORS HOLIDAY TRADITION WITH RELEASE OF “HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS”

Inspired By The Christmas Music His Mother Played Growing Up, The Kentucky Native Adds His Own Timeless Touch To The Beloved Holiday Standard NASHVILLE, TN – (DECEMBER 9, 2025) – JD Shelburne, the Kentucky-born country powerhouse known for his authenticity and unwavering work ethic, debuts a moving cover of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” Premiering on SCENES, the release adds another standout moment to his … Continue reading JD SHELBURNE HONORS HOLIDAY TRADITION WITH RELEASE OF “HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS”

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THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND ANNOUNCES 2026 WHILE I’M YOUNG TOUR

Iconic Southern Rock Group Sets Out on ExtensiveCoast-to-Coast Run Beginning January 2026 Nashville, Tenn. (December 9, 2025)  — The Marshall Tucker Band (MTB) is kicking off 2026 with a coast-to-coast slate of headlining dates on their newly announced While I’m Young Tour. Beginning in January, the tour brings the legendary southern rock group to major theaters, casinos, and performing arts centers across the country, along with a weeklong appearance … Continue reading THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND ANNOUNCES 2026 WHILE I’M YOUNG TOUR

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COUNTRY THUNDER , FLORIDA GOES ALL OUT FOR FIRST YEAR ON THE BEACH IN 2026 WITH HUGE LINEUP

HEADLINERS ZACH TOP, GAVIN ADCOCK & KANE BROWN — PLUS RANDY HOUSER, MAX MCNOWN, SHABOOZEY, DASHA & MORE  —SINK YOUR TOES IN THE SAND MAY 8–10, 2026 AT TRADEWINDS RESORT IN ST. PETE BEACH, FL—TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE NASHVILLE, TENN. (December 9, 2025) – Country Thunder — the largest Country music festival brand in North America — is making history next year with its first-ever beachfront festival.For 2026, Country Thunder Florida touches down … Continue reading COUNTRY THUNDER , FLORIDA GOES ALL OUT FOR FIRST YEAR ON THE BEACH IN 2026 WITH HUGE LINEUP

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NATE SMITH HAILS LONG LIVE COUNTRY ROCK & ROLL WITH 2026 HEADLINE TOUR

TICKETS AVAILABLE TODAY (12/9) WITH ARTIST PRESALE;GENERAL ONSALE BEGINS FRIDAY (12/12) AT 10 A.M. LOCAL TIME HERE —“AFTER MIDNIGHT” COLLABORATION WITH TYLER HUBBARDFIRES UP COUNTRY RADIO   NASHVILLE, TENN. (December 9, 2025) — Gearing up for what promises to be a monumental 2026, MULTI-PLATINUM chart-topper Nate Smith will embark on his biggest and most extensive North American run, LONG LIVE COUNTRY ROCK & ROLL TOUR, produced by Live Nation. Welcoming special guests Josh Ross, Brandon … Continue reading NATE SMITH HAILS LONG LIVE COUNTRY ROCK & ROLL WITH 2026 HEADLINE TOUR

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LADY A KICKS OFF THEIR THIS WINTER’S NIGHT TOUR AND 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVING WITH HEARTWARMING FAN MOMENTS AND SHIMMERING HOLIDAY MELODIES 

Celebrations Continue Throughout December, Ending With A 3-Night Residency At Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium NASHVILLE, TN – Dec. 8, 2025 – GRAMMY-winning trio Lady A launched their THIS WINTER’S NIGHT TOUR over the weekend, ushering in the holiday season and their first-ever Christmas tour with fans in Atlanta, GA (12/5), Clearwater, FL (12/6) and Jacksonville, FL (12/7). Set against a glowing forest of twinkling spruce trees … Continue reading LADY A KICKS OFF THEIR THIS WINTER’S NIGHT TOUR AND 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVING WITH HEARTWARMING FAN MOMENTS AND SHIMMERING HOLIDAY MELODIES 

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Kenny Chesney Takes It To The People –Making Him the Only Country Act in POLLSTAR’s Top 10 Touring Artists of the Millennium

Sphere’s 1st Solo AND 1st Country Headliner Heads Into 2nd Residency,ALWAYS Keeping the Focus on the Songs that Define No Shoes Nation NASHVILLE, Tenn./LOS ANGELES, Calif./LAS VEGAS, Nev. – When POLLSTAR, the bible of the touring industry, published its quarter century Most Popular Touring Artists of the 21st Century, East Tennessee songwriter/superstar Kenny Chesney found himself as the only country artist in a very competitive Top 10. Landing at No. 7 … Continue reading Kenny Chesney Takes It To The People –Making Him the Only Country Act in POLLSTAR’s Top 10 Touring Artists of the Millennium

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“3,2,1” BLAST OFF: TUCKER WETMORE NOTCHES SECOND NO. 1 AT COUNTRY RADIO WITH “3,2,1”

Country’s hottest rising star scores back-to-back No. 1s in a blockbuster year Becomes the 14th artist in chart history to take first two singles to No. 1 in the same calendar year New song “Proving Me Right” out now Set to perform on ABC’s “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2026” NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country’s hottest rising star Tucker Wetmore finishes out 2025 on a high note with another … Continue reading “3,2,1” BLAST OFF: TUCKER WETMORE NOTCHES SECOND NO. 1 AT COUNTRY RADIO WITH “3,2,1”

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JD SHELBURNE RELEASES ROMANTIC “BACKROAD KINDA LOVE” VIDEO FROM HIS LATEST ALBUM RAISED ON THE GOOD STUFF

 The Rising Country Favorite Celebrates Real Love, Rural Roots, And A Defining New Era In His Music Watch the video for “Backroad Kinda Love” Here NASHVILLE, TN – (DECEMBER 8, 2025) – Country trailblazer and proud Kentucky native JD Shelburne released his highly anticipated new album, Raised on the Good Stuff, on November 14, debuting at #28 on the Apple Country Album Chart. The project marks another significant … Continue reading JD SHELBURNE RELEASES ROMANTIC “BACKROAD KINDA LOVE” VIDEO FROM HIS LATEST ALBUM RAISED ON THE GOOD STUFF

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Perris Records Announces the Release of HELIX’s “Scrap Metal” on January 23rd. Features Five Unreleased Tracks of Classic 80s HELIX Sound.

—-TORONTO, CANADA (December 12, 2025) — Perris Records announces the release of HELIX’s new full length album “SCRAP METAL” on January 23rd, 2026. The digital singles release dates are December 12th, 2025 for “Stuck In The 80’s” and December 19th, 2025 for “Fast & Furious”. This will be the 14th Helix release on Perris Records. Helix just finished touring with Nazareth supporting the “Bending The Rules” tour, Nazareth’s … Continue reading Perris Records Announces the Release of HELIX’s “Scrap Metal” on January 23rd. Features Five Unreleased Tracks of Classic 80s HELIX Sound.

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THOMAS RHETT LIVE FROM FENWAY PARK, THE FULL-CIRCLE FINALE TO A STANDOUT YEAR IS OUT NOW

Featuring Performances From His Sold-Out Headlining Debut at the Iconic Ballpark, Including Newly PLATINUM “Somethin’ ‘Bout A Woman” (ft. Teddy Swims) Nashville, TN – December 5, 2025 – Today, Multi-Platinum country superstar Thomas Rhett releases THOMAS RHETT LIVE FROM FENWAY PARK, capturing the electricity of his sold-out headlining debut at Boston’s iconic ballpark. Recorded before more than 35,000 fans, the EP bottles the heart and unparalleled … Continue reading THOMAS RHETT LIVE FROM FENWAY PARK, THE FULL-CIRCLE FINALE TO A STANDOUT YEAR IS OUT NOW

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