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Chase Rice Drops “Connie Lou” at Midnight; Celebrates with Coors Banquet x Wrangler Collab

CHASE RICE TRIBUTES HIS MOM, “CONNIE LOU,”WITH NEW SONG OUT AT MIDNIGHT Rice Teams with Coors Banquet and Wrangler to Drop“Beer Chords,” First Jeans Made from Beer and Country Musicas Part of Limited-Edition Collab Collection Surprise Concert & Launch Eventin Nashville TONIGHT, May 28 “Connie Lou” Cover Contest Offers Rising Artiststhe Chance to Perform Live with Rice NASHVILLE, Tenn. – For the man who paid tribute to his late father on … Continue reading Chase Rice Drops “Connie Lou” at Midnight; Celebrates with Coors Banquet x Wrangler Collab

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Andy Ross Ignites Memorial Day Weekend Crowd Opening For Brantley Gilbert & Aaron Lewis American Rebel Light Named “Official Beer of Black Oak Amphitheater”

(Nashville, Tennessee — May 27, 2026) Country-rock artist Andy Ross opened for multi-Platinum stars Brantley Gilbert and Aaron Lewis on Sunday night (May 24) at the famed Black Oak Amphitheater in Lampe, Missouri, alongside rising country artist Payton Smith. Ross further showcased his growing momentum as a recording artist with an electrifying set filled with his signature blend of country, rock and patriotic spirit, including … Continue reading Andy Ross Ignites Memorial Day Weekend Crowd Opening For Brantley Gilbert & Aaron Lewis American Rebel Light Named “Official Beer of Black Oak Amphitheater”

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LOOK WHO’S JOINING ALAN JACKSON AT HIS LAST CALL: ONE MORE FOR THE ROAD – THE FINALE Presented by Edward Jones and Silverbelly Whiskey GEORGE STRAIT and LAINEY WILSON ADDED TO THE CELEBRATION!

The “King of Country Music” and Reigning CMA Entertainer of the YearWill Help Jackson Celebrate More Than Three Decades of Touring NASHVILLE, Tenn. – One month from today, all eyes will be on Nashville, Tennessee as Alan Jackson’s Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale presented by Edward Jones and Silverbelly Whiskey takes place…with two of country music’s finest joining the icon at the final full-length concert of his career! George … Continue reading LOOK WHO’S JOINING ALAN JACKSON AT HIS LAST CALL: ONE MORE FOR THE ROAD – THE FINALE Presented by Edward Jones and Silverbelly Whiskey GEORGE STRAIT and LAINEY WILSON ADDED TO THE CELEBRATION!

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STEVE WARINER TO DEBUT SOLO ART EXHIBIT AT MONTHAVEN ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER

“The Flip Side: Paintings by Steve Wariner” will feature60 of the artist’s works spanning more than 30 years NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 27, 2026) – While singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Steve Wariner is renowned as a GRAMMY-winning modern-day, multi-genre musical icon, he has simultaneously devoted much of his life to pursuing his parallel passion for painting. Beginning next month, Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center will shine a spotlight on Wariner’s visual … Continue reading STEVE WARINER TO DEBUT SOLO ART EXHIBIT AT MONTHAVEN ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER

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CRAIG MORGAN PERFORMS AT FREEDOM 250 MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE

National Tribute Honored America’s Fallen at Arlington National Cemetery Nashville, Tenn. — May 27, 2026 — Country music hitmaker and Army Reserve soldier Craig Morgan performed “Paradise” and “Soldier” at the Freedom 250 Memorial Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery on May 25, 2026. The event, held in partnership with America’s Medal of Honor recipients, included a full day honoring those who gave their lives in service to our nation, with … Continue reading CRAIG MORGAN PERFORMS AT FREEDOM 250 MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE

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JOHN PAYCHECK & STRUGGLE JENNINGS

Independent Country Recording Artists John PayCheck & Struggle Jennings Ignite An Outlaw Revival On Surging Collaboration “Sons Of The Spark” — Official Studio Video Premieres May 29 [(L-R) Bill McDermott, Struggle Jennings, John PayCheck | Photo: JWA Media NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 27, 2026) — Independent country artist John PayCheck is building early momentum with his new collaboration “Sons Of The Spark” [Stream/Download] featuring Struggle Jennings, out now everywhere digitally by HorseBite … Continue reading JOHN PAYCHECK & STRUGGLE JENNINGS

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PHOTOS: JON PARDI TAKES OVER UK WITH “GREAT ON-STAGE ENERGY” AND “TIMELESS” CATALOG

Pardi to Release 10th Anniversary Edition of CALIFORNIA SUNRISE with Expanded Re-Issue and Limited-Edition Vinyl on June 12 — Pre-Order  HERE NASHVILLE, TN – May 26, 2026 – Multi-Platinum hitmaker Jon Pardi wrapped the UK leg of his 2026 HONKYTONK HOLLYWOOD TOUR over the weekend with a triumphant overseas run that drew capacity crowds and spread “country fever” (The Mirror) across London, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow and … Continue reading PHOTOS: JON PARDI TAKES OVER UK WITH “GREAT ON-STAGE ENERGY” AND “TIMELESS” CATALOG

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SALIVA Release New Single + Music Video “Sadistic Love”  

via Judge & Jury Records Announce Summer Tour Dates New Album Breaking Through Due Out August 14th A dark, guitar-driven anthem of obsession, chaos, and toxic desire, delivering a heavy, hook-filled return to Saliva’s signature early-2000s sound. Hard rock band Saliva have released their new single, “Sadistic Love,” out now via Judge & Jury Records alongside the official music video. “Sadistic Love” is a dark, moody, guitar-driven track that taps into the early-2000s sound … Continue reading SALIVA Release New Single + Music Video “Sadistic Love”  

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Kottonmouth Kings Reignite the Throne with a New Era and ….

New EP California Burning via Kottonmouth ReKordz, Distributed by Virgin Music Group Currently on Tour with A Killers Confession | New Album Due August 2026 Southern California’s legendary rip-hop pioneers Kottonmouth Kings have officially released their new EP, California Burning, available now via Kottonmouth ReKordz and distributed worldwide through Virgin Music Group. The Kottonmouth Kings are back, and they’re shaking things up with a new era of rip-hop that’s louder, harder, and more unapologetic … Continue reading Kottonmouth Kings Reignite the Throne with a New Era and ….

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LAUREN ALAINA TAKES HER NEXT CHAPTER ON THE ROAD WITH HEADLINING THE STAGES TOUR

FALL TOUR TO LAUNCH IN SUPPORT OF FORTHCOMING ALBUM STAGES DUE AUGUST 28 THE RUN WILL FEATURE SPECIAL GUESTS SHANE PROFITT, ASHLEY KUTCHER, AND HANNAH HARPER ACROSS SELECT DATES NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 26, 2026) – On the heels of announcing her forthcoming album Stages, multi-Platinum Country star Lauren Alaina is hitting the road this fall with her headlining The Stages Tour. Named after the highly anticipated album due August 28, the run will spotlight every era of … Continue reading LAUREN ALAINA TAKES HER NEXT CHAPTER ON THE ROAD WITH HEADLINING THE STAGES TOUR

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