Johnny Owens Keeps The Bakersfield Torch Burning With Holiday Classic “Santa Looked A Lot Like Daddy”

Following the Success of “Act Naturally” and “Together Again,” Johnny Owens Rings in the Holiday Season by Honoring His Father, Buck Owens’ Iconic 1965 Christmas Hit NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country music artist Johnny Owens is set to bring a dose of classic Bakersfield cheer to the holiday season with the release of his new festive single, a cover of the timeless holiday classic “Santa Looked … Continue reading Johnny Owens Keeps The Bakersfield Torch Burning With Holiday Classic “Santa Looked A Lot Like Daddy”

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SMITHFIELD ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY SINGLE

“CHRISTMAS ON THE BEACH” ARRIVING NOVEMBER 20 PLUS SEVENTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW BENEFITING NASHVILLE DREAM CENTER ANNUAL NASHVILLE TRADITION SET FOR DECEMBER 19 AT ANALOG TO FEATURE SPECIAL GUESTS ABBEY CONE, CHARLES ESTEN, EVERETTE, MORGAN JOHNSTON, MATT WYNN, ADAM WOOD, AND JILLIAN CARDARELLI DUO CELEBRATES LATEST PROJECT COUNTRY WITH HEART, PART 2 NASHVILLE, Tenn.(November 5, 2026) – Country duo Smithfield – comprised of Jennifer Fielder … Continue reading SMITHFIELD ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY SINGLE

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OZZFEST RETURNS IN 2027!

WITH THREE SHOWS IN THE UK, U.S. AND MEXICO THE ICONIC GLOBAL TOURING HARD ROCK MUSIC FESTIVAL WILL KICK OFF NEXT SUMMER IN THE UK: SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2027 AT THE NATIONAL BOWL IN MILTON KEYNES NORTH AMERICAN DATES WILL FOLLOW WITH STOPS IN THE U.S. AND MEXICO: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2027 AT GLEN HELEN AMPHITHEATER IN SAN BERNARDINO, CA BEFORE THE FESTIVAL MAKES ITS … Continue reading OZZFEST RETURNS IN 2027!

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RISING COUNTRY MUSIC STARLET

LAUREN RISMILLER RELEASES NEW ORIGINAL TUNE “DAMN BLUE“ Tender, Sorrowful Portrait Of A Love Gone By Due December 11, 2026 LISTEN here NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising indie country recording artist Lauren Rismiller (Tennessee Rolling Hill Records) celebrates the release of her new single, “Damn Blue,”* the second installment in her 2026 waterfall series of recordings, arriving Friday, December 11, 2026.Penned by the Ohio-based songstress alongside … Continue reading RISING COUNTRY MUSIC STARLET

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Rising Country Artist Jet Jurgensmeyer Set to Release New Holiday Single “Santa Drives A Chevrolet”

Pre-save Here (NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nov. 5, 2026) Country artist Jet Jurgensmeyer puts a spin on the holiday season with the upcoming release of his new single, “Santa Drives A Chevrolet.” Blending the magic of Christmas with a little Southern charm, the festive track offers a fresh, country-inspired take on holiday music. “Santa Drives A Chevrolet” will be available on all streaming platforms Friday, Nov. … Continue reading Rising Country Artist Jet Jurgensmeyer Set to Release New Holiday Single “Santa Drives A Chevrolet”

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RANDY FEST BENEFIT CONCERT SET FOR NOVEMBER 18 AT EASTSIDE BOWL NASHVILLE TN.

Jason Michael Carroll, Allie Colleen, and Lucie Tiger to perform for guitarist Randy O’Dell NASHVILLE, Tenn. (NOV. 05, 2026) — Jason Michael Carroll, Allie Colleen and Lucie Tiger will perform at Randy Fest, a benefit concert supporting professional guitarist Randy O’Dell and his wife, Amy Lairmore O’Dell, on Wednesday, Nov. 18, at The 58 at Eastside Bowl. Performances begin at 7 p.m. CST at 1508A … Continue reading RANDY FEST BENEFIT CONCERT SET FOR NOVEMBER 18 AT EASTSIDE BOWL NASHVILLE TN.

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JOHN PAYCHECK

Traditional Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Shares The Words He Never Got To Say To His Late Father Johnny PayCheck On New Single “Daddy Are You Listening?” NASHVILLE, Tenn. (November 05, 2026) — Country singer-songwriter and recording artist John PayCheck reflects on what he would say to his father, country music legend Johnny PayCheck, if he had one more chance to speak with him. That deeply … Continue reading JOHN PAYCHECK

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KAITLIN BUTTS SWINGS OPEN THE SALOON DOORS WITH HELLO, HONKY TONK: THE MINI MUSICAL, OUT NOW

30-Minute Mini Musical Brings Eight Songs from Butts’ Critically Acclaimed New Album to Life, Introducing the Colorful Cast of Characters InsideKait B’s Honky Tonk Saloon Written by Butts and Co-Directed with Friend and Frequent Collaborator Chris Beyrooty, Watch Hello, Honky Tonk: The Mini Musical HERE NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tulsa-born singer-songwriter Kaitlin Butts is swinging open the saloon doors and welcoming the world inside Kait B’s Honky … Continue reading KAITLIN BUTTS SWINGS OPEN THE SALOON DOORS WITH HELLO, HONKY TONK: THE MINI MUSICAL, OUT NOW

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SAM TABOR

Releases Heartfelt New Single “How Life Goes” Watch The Music Video Now November 3, 2026 – Today, indie singer-songwriter and content creator Sam Tabor released a new heartfelt single, “How Life Goes.” Paired with a video of Tabor on the move alongside his canine friends Mocha and Winnie, the video captures the sentiment that life’s inevitable shifts can be something light-hearted and catchy. When speaking … Continue reading SAM TABOR

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ELLE TOWNLEY

Award Winning Texas Teen Singer-Songwriter Elle Townley Set To Bring Stirring Rendition Of Childhood Christmas Favorite “O Holy Night” To Life With New Recording, Arriving November 20 AUSTIN, Texas (November 03, 2026) — Texas teen singer-songwriter and independent recording artist Elle Townley is readying for the holiday season with her stirring rendition of a classic holiday favorite, “O, Holy Night,” arriving everywhere on November 20 … Continue reading ELLE TOWNLEY

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