MORGAN WALLEN CELEBRATES LAUNCH OF SIRIUSXM CHANNEL W/ PINNACLE UNDERPLAY

16-Song Setlist Included Duet of “Sand In My Boots” With Special Guest Ella Langley Relive the Performance on SiriusXM on April 7 at 4pm CT on Morgan Wallen Radio (Channel 64) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — As Morgan Wallen readies his return to the road with his upcoming 23-date Still The Problem Tour, the RIAA’s highest-certified country artist of all time partnered with SiriusXM for a 16-song, intimate underplay to … Continue reading MORGAN WALLEN CELEBRATES LAUNCH OF SIRIUSXM CHANNEL W/ PINNACLE UNDERPLAY

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LUKE GRIMES RELEASES SOPHOMORE ALBUM REDBIRD TODAY

Produced by Dave Cobb, the 10-Track Project Marks a Defining Moment in Grimes’ Expanding Creative Career Listen HERE NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Luke Grimes releases his highly anticipated sophomore album, Red Bird, available now via Range Music/MCA. Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning producer Dave Cobb, the 10-track project marks Grimes’ most fully realized musical statement to date – a deeply personal body of work rooted in storytelling, restraint, … Continue reading LUKE GRIMES RELEASES SOPHOMORE ALBUM REDBIRD TODAY

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GEORGE BIRGE CHASES THE FEELING OFAN ALL-TIME HIGH ON “WHATEVER THAT WAS”

STORMY POWER BALLAD FOLLOWS CHART RISINGSINGLE “RIDE, RIDE, RIDE (FEAT. LUKE BRYAN)” —HEADLINING COWBOY SONGS TOUR SET TO WRAP ONAPRIL 25,WITH A JAM-PACKED SUMMER OF SHOWS ON TAP Nashville, Tenn. (April 3, 2026) – RECORDS Nashville artist-songwriter George Birge is left hung up on the mystery of an all-time high in the stormy new power ballad, “Whatever That Was.” Listen here. Co-written by the two-time No. 1 hitmaker with Michael Tyler, Ray … Continue reading GEORGE BIRGE CHASES THE FEELING OFAN ALL-TIME HIGH ON “WHATEVER THAT WAS”

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MEGAN MORONEY RINGS IN HER LATEST NO. 1 HIT WITH “6 MONTHS LATER” PARTY IN NASHVILLE

PLATINUM-CERTIFIED SMASH MARKS COUNTRY SENSATION’STHIRD COUNTRY RADIO NO. 1 Pictured (L-R): Kristian Bush, Ben Williams, Megan Moroney, David “Messy” Mescon, Rob Hatch NASHVILLE, TENN. (April 3, 2026) – Last night in Nashville, Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records singer/songwriter Megan Moroney celebrated her latest Country radio No. 1 hit, “6 Months Later” with a packed party hosted by SESAC. A PLATINUM-certified smash, “6 Months Later” was the first song released from the Country superstar’s Billboard … Continue reading MEGAN MORONEY RINGS IN HER LATEST NO. 1 HIT WITH “6 MONTHS LATER” PARTY IN NASHVILLE

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DARIUS RUCKER’S RIVERFRONT REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2026 LINEUP:

Gavin Adcock, Old Dominion, BigXthaPlug, Nelly, Charles Wesley Godwin, Chase Matthew, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Austin Williams, Atlus, Dani Rucker, Gullah Collective, Karley Scott Collins, Saluda Shoals, Mel Washington, Whiskey Run & AC Scar 5th Annual Music Weekend Set for Oct 9-10 at North Charleston, S.C.’s Riverfront Park Presale Open Now; Tickets On Sale Wednesday, April 8 via RiverfrontRevival.com CHARLESTON, S.C. – For … Continue reading DARIUS RUCKER’S RIVERFRONT REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2026 LINEUP:

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THOMPSON SQUARE RELEASES “LAY IT ON ME” WITH A HIGH-ENERGY, SWAMPY GROOVE

Upbeat, energetic track marks the second release from the duo’s forthcoming album, driven by a renewed emphasis on live performance and fan-favorite sounds Support Video Available May 1 NASHVILLE, TN – (April 6, 2026) – Thompson Square releases “Lay It On Me,” a high-energy track with a swampy groove co-written by Thompson Square’s Keifer and Shawna Thompson along with highly regarded Nashville songwriters, Johnathan Singleton and Ryan Hurd that continues the duo’s evolution toward more … Continue reading THOMPSON SQUARE RELEASES “LAY IT ON ME” WITH A HIGH-ENERGY, SWAMPY GROOVE

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Country Recording Artist Sarah Harralson Draws Songwriting Inspiration From Famous Line In Nostalgic 90’s Film, The Crow, On New Single “It Can’t Rain All The Time” NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 03, 2026) — Country recording artist and singer-songwriter Sarah Harralson draws inspiration from a famous line in the nostalgic 90’s era film, The Crow, on her latest single, “It Can’t Rain All The Time,” [stream/download] available now on all major streaming platforms by ©®Synapse … Continue reading SARAH HARRALSON,

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Lee Newton Releases Intimate Acoustic Rendition of “Carolina Rain”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning singer-songwriter Lee Newton has released a special acoustic version of her fan-favorite single “Carolina Rain.” Offering a more intimate and heartfelt take on the beloved track, featured on her upcoming project, ‘Beautifully Undone,’ the new rendition showcases Newton’s emotive delivery and deep connection to the song’s story. The single was premiered by The Josie Network and was supported by Honey Rock Books & Cafe in Gallatin, … Continue reading Lee Newton Releases Intimate Acoustic Rendition of “Carolina Rain”

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The North America Country Music Association International Hall Of Fame Inductions and Awards 2026

The North America Country Music Association International Hall of Fame Inductions and Awards show was held this past weekend in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. Brought to you by Founder Peggy Franck and Co-CEO Brian Orr. The Country Tonight Theater was definitely the place to be Saturday night. This year’s Hall of Fame inductees were Dallas Wayne, Con Hunley, The Malpass Brothers, Ken Mellon, Stevie Lee Woods … Continue reading The North America Country Music Association International Hall Of Fame Inductions and Awards 2026

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Music Video for Chas Collins Video “This Bar Sucks” Available Now!

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country artist Chas Collins is turning heads and raising a few eyebrows with the release of the official music video for his fan-favorite single “This Bar Sucks,” a tongue-in-cheek, self-penned track that leans into humor and real-life barroom quirks. Packed with playful jabs at less-than-stellar nightlife, from questionable clientele and an off-key band, the lighthearted video delivers plenty of laughs while reminding fans not … Continue reading Music Video for Chas Collins Video “This Bar Sucks” Available Now!

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