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AMERICAN BLONDE’s Cinematic New Single, “Mississippi Moonshine,” Out Tomorrow!

Delta Born, Rock Raised & Country At Heart “Mississippi Moonshine leans more heavily into our musical roots while pushing towards a more Rock-driven, live-energy sound. It’s bold, it’s honest, and it feels like the truest version of who we are right now.”  – Nata and Tinka Morris Nashville, TN (April 30, 2026) – AMERICAN BLONDE is ready for tomorrow’s release of their new single, “Mississippi Moonshine;” their first new music … Continue reading AMERICAN BLONDE’s Cinematic New Single, “Mississippi Moonshine,” Out Tomorrow!

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DON McLEAN CELEBRATED AT THE GRAND OLE OPRY WITH RIAA GOLD & PLATINUM AWARDS HONORING “AMERICAN PIE,” “VINCENT,” “AND I LOVE YOU SO” AND HIS ENDURING SONGBOOK

McLean Performed “This Is America (Eisenhower),” “And I Love You So,” and an Extended “American Pie” During Opry 100 Celebration NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Legendary singer-songwriter Don McLean was honored at the Grand Ole Opry following his second appearance on the world-famous stage, where he performed as part of the Opry’s historic 100th anniversary celebration and in recognition of the upcoming 250th anniversary of America.Following his performance, McLean was presented … Continue reading DON McLEAN CELEBRATED AT THE GRAND OLE OPRY WITH RIAA GOLD & PLATINUM AWARDS HONORING “AMERICAN PIE,” “VINCENT,” “AND I LOVE YOU SO” AND HIS ENDURING SONGBOOK

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RUSSELL DICKERSON LAUNCHES ELECTRIFYING 2026 RUSSELLMANIA TOUR WITH LARGER-THAN-LIFE OPENING WEEKEND

Nashville, TN – April 28, 2026 – Multi-platinum hitmaker Russell Dickerson kicked off his 2026 RUSSELLMANIA TOUR this past weekend with larger-than-life shows in Raleigh, NC (4/23), St. Augustine, FL (4/24), and Orlando, FL (4/25), joined by DASHA and Atlus. Now stepping into his biggest arenas and amphitheaters to date, Dickerson delivered his high-energy “theatrical showmanship” (Houston Chronicle) through nonstop, hit-filled sets that had fans … Continue reading RUSSELL DICKERSON LAUNCHES ELECTRIFYING 2026 RUSSELLMANIA TOUR WITH LARGER-THAN-LIFE OPENING WEEKEND

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Quartz Hill Records’ Lakelin Lemmings Lands  Debut Single “Get Around Boy” as a  Top 5 Most Added Song at Country Radio  Breakout Artist Continues to Impress  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 29, 2026) — Quartz Hill Records’ breakout artist Lakelin Lemmings is making a powerful first impression at U.S. country radio, as her debut single, “Get Around Boy,” lands as a Top 5 most added song this week.    Listen to “Get Around Boy” HERE.  Watch the official visualizer HERE.   The track earned double-digit out-of-the-box adds, signaling immediate enthusiasm from radio programmers nationwide and marking a standout debut for the emerging … Continue reading Quartz Hill Records’ Lakelin Lemmings Lands  Debut Single “Get Around Boy” as a  Top 5 Most Added Song at Country Radio  Breakout Artist Continues to Impress  

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DEREK TRUCKS AND SUSAN TEDESCHI TO PERFORM NATIONAL ANTHEM

AT THE 152ND KENTUCKY DERBY Churchill Downs Racetrack (“Churchill Downs”) announced that GRAMMY® and Blues Music Award-winning Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi will perform the national anthem at the 152nd Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve this Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. The pair will perform a rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” just after 5:00 p.m. EDT, with the performance broadcast live as part of NBC’s Kentucky Derby coverage. “Tedeschi Trucks Band’s soulful sound and … Continue reading DEREK TRUCKS AND SUSAN TEDESCHI TO PERFORM NATIONAL ANTHEM

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EXTREMA Unleash “Thrashing ‘Till The End – Live at Slaughter Club” – A 30-Year Thrash Milestone Captured in Full Force

Italian thrash metal pioneers EXTREMA are set to release “Thrashing ‘Till The End – Live at Slaughter Club”, a high-impact live document celebrating the 30th anniversary of their legendary debut “Tension At The Seams”. The performance was recorded at Slaughter Club in Paderno Dugnano (Milan) on October 7th, 2023 – exactly three decades after the album that helped redefine the sonic and cultural framework of Italian metal. The full show will be rolled … Continue reading EXTREMA Unleash “Thrashing ‘Till The End – Live at Slaughter Club” – A 30-Year Thrash Milestone Captured in Full Force

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ShipRocked 2027 Welcomes

Papa Roach, Ice Nine Kills, Nothing More, Highly Suspect, Badflower, Set It Off, Magnolia Park & More For January 24-30 Music Festival Cruise Vacation From Miami, Florida To Mahogany Bay In Roatan, Honduras & Cozumel, Mexico Onboard Carnival Horizon Very Limited Staterooms Are Still Available At www.ShipRocked.com (April 29, 2026): ShipRocked returns for its 17th year with an initial lineup of fan favorites for the January 24-30, 2027 cruise vacation. ShipRocked 2027 will … Continue reading ShipRocked 2027 Welcomes

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Keith Urban Catches the “Summer Breeze” As He Announces Yacht Rock Album Flow State – Out on June 12th

PRE-ORDER HERE Original Track “We Go Back” (ft. Michael McDonald) and Urban’s Rendition of “Summer Breeze” – Out Now Urban Set to Headline ACM Next Wave Event in Las Vegas on May 16th Urban Set to Play Nissan Stadium on June 5th as Part of CMA Fest 2026 Keith Urban Plays The Mil at Cannery Hall Tonight – Tickets Available at Box Office NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Grammy Award winning … Continue reading Keith Urban Catches the “Summer Breeze” As He Announces Yacht Rock Album Flow State – Out on June 12th

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Teddy Thompson Releases “Nick Lowe Meets Roy Orbison”-Influenced Single, “The Game”

Forthcoming Album, Never Be The Same, Out May 15 via RPF Records/Royal Potato Family First Collection of New Songs In Six Years UK, Ireland, and North American Summer Tour Dates April 29, 2026 – Today, Teddy Thompson shares “The Game,” the third single to be released ahead of his forthcoming album, Never Be The Same, due May 15 via RPF Records/Royal Potato Family. A droll, tongue-in-cheek take on the … Continue reading Teddy Thompson Releases “Nick Lowe Meets Roy Orbison”-Influenced Single, “The Game”

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LAINEY WILSON HEADLINES STAGECOACH

LIVE EP OUT THIS FRIDAY, PRE-ORDER HERE LAINEY WILSON: KEEPIN’ COUNTRY COOL DOCUMENTARY OUT NOW ON NETFLIX NOMINATED FOR SEVEN AWARDS AT 2026ACM AWARDS Nashville, TN (April 28, 2026) — 16x ACM, 12x CMA and Grammy Award-winner Lainey Wilson headlined Stagecoach this past weekend with an electric set featuring special guests Little Big Town and Riley Green. Of the performance, Billboard praised, “Wilson gave off true headliner energy…[her] vocals were strong and commanding, while her … Continue reading LAINEY WILSON HEADLINES STAGECOACH

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