AN UNEARTHED FINAL CHAPTER FROM ONE OF COUNTRY MUSIC’S MOST TREASURED VOICES: DON WILLIAMS

EPILOGUE: THE CELLAR TAPES, a collection of never-before-heard recordings from the “Gentle Giant,” captured during his defining 1979-1984 era Lovingly restored from the original tapes and completed with contributions from his longtime collaborators and touring band The full 12-song album arrives May 29 via Craft Recordings Listen to the single “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight” today Watch the music video for “Leaving Louisiana in the Broad Daylight”Pre-order/Pre-save the … Continue reading AN UNEARTHED FINAL CHAPTER FROM ONE OF COUNTRY MUSIC’S MOST TREASURED VOICES: DON WILLIAMS

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REBA McENTIRE HOSTS INTIMATE “ONE NIGHT IN ATOKA” POP-UP PERFORMANCE AT REBA’S PLACE!

Exclusive Ticket Sweepstakes Now Open for the One-Night-Only Event Atoka, OK — March 24, 2026 — Entertainment icon Reba McEntire has announced a special one-night-only pop-up event, “One Night In Atoka,” set for April 9 at Reba’s Place in Atoka, Oklahoma. The exclusive evening will feature an intimate, stripped-down live performance inside her hometown restaurant, offering fans a rare chance to experience McEntire in a … Continue reading REBA McENTIRE HOSTS INTIMATE “ONE NIGHT IN ATOKA” POP-UP PERFORMANCE AT REBA’S PLACE!

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Clint Black Honored with CRB Career Achievement Award at CRS 2026

(Nashville, Tennessee — March 24, 2026) —Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) proudly recognized country music icon Clint Black as the recipient of the 2026 CRB Career Achievement Award during Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley at Country Radio Seminar (CRS) 2026. During his Thursday performance, Black was surprised with the honor by 2018 recipient Steve Wariner.The CRB Career Achievement Award is presented to artists who have made significant contributions to the development and promotion … Continue reading Clint Black Honored with CRB Career Achievement Award at CRS 2026

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JASON ALDEAN SURPRISED WITH 31 NUMBER ONES PARTY AT THE COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR

Alabama, Blake Shelton, Florida Georgia Line and Travis Tritt Honor Aldean with Musical Tributes Songwriters across Jason Aldean’s 31 number one hits were on site to celebrate the milestone accolade. (Nashville, TN – March 20, 2026) Last night, at BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s annual CRS event, country superstar Jason Aldean was surprised with a party celebrating his 31 number one hits. Hosted by BMG Americas’ President, Frontline … Continue reading JASON ALDEAN SURPRISED WITH 31 NUMBER ONES PARTY AT THE COUNTRY RADIO SEMINAR

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Modern Country Traditionalist Spencer Hatcher Pushes ‘Love Button,’ Releasing Honky-Tonk Party Tune TODAY (3/20)

Fans Vote Hatcher’s ‘When She Calls Me Cowboy’ Music Video No. 1 on Taste of Country’s ‘Top 10 Video Countdown’ NASHVILLE, TN (March 20, 2026) – QHMG / Stone Country Records’ modern country traditionalist Spencer Hatcher today released “Love Button,” a super-fun, honky-tonk party tune sure to make you smile. Bringing a heart-thumping, wild country band to a sweet-but-spicy lyric about an irresistible new woman who’s doin’ all the right things, “Love Button” is Hatcher’s first new … Continue reading Modern Country Traditionalist Spencer Hatcher Pushes ‘Love Button,’ Releasing Honky-Tonk Party Tune TODAY (3/20)

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ATLUS RELEASES LABEL DEBUT ALBUM ART OF LETTING GO –

OUT NOW STREAM THE 15-TRACK PROJECT FROM BILLBOARD’S FEBRUARY COUNTRY ROOKIE OF THE MONTH AND PANDORA’S 2026 ARTIST TO WATCH NOW 2026 TOUR CONTINUES WITH RUSSELL DICKERSON’S RUSSELLMANIA TOUR, FESTIVALS, AND HEADLINING DATES Nashville, TN (March 20, 2026) – Platinum recording artist Atlus releases his label debut album, Art of Letting Go, today via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 15-track project is his most personal to date, shaped … Continue reading ATLUS RELEASES LABEL DEBUT ALBUM ART OF LETTING GO –

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Belles Launches Songs & Stories Tour

Rising Country Artist to Bring Story-Driven Performances to Cities Across the U.S. Throughout Summer 2026 (NASHVILLE, Tenn. – March 18, 2026) Rising country artist Belles is hitting the road this summer with her newly announced Songs & Stories Tour, a run of shows designed to bring fans closer to the music and the inspiration behind it. The tour launches May 1 in Bell Buckle, Tennessee, and … Continue reading Belles Launches Songs & Stories Tour

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Lee Newton Strips It Down With New Acoustic Single “Your Hat”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning singer-songwriter Lee Newton releases a heartfelt acoustic version of her popular single “Your Hat” today, offering the first glimpse into her upcoming EP, ‘Beautifully Undone,’ out later this spring. Stripped down to its emotional core, the self-penned track takes listeners on a tender journey through love, memories, and the stories tied to the little things we hold onto. The acoustic arrangement highlights Newton’s authentic storytelling … Continue reading Lee Newton Strips It Down With New Acoustic Single “Your Hat”

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ALL-STAR TRIBUTE FOREVER YOURS CELEBRATES THE LEGACY OF TAMMY WYNETTE AT THE RYMAN FOR PBS GREAT PERFORMANCES ON MARCH 30TH

March 11, 2026 – The legendary Tammy Wynette, known worldwide as the “First Lady of Country Music,” will be honored with a star-studded tribute concert, Forever Yours, on Monday, March 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the iconic Ryman Auditorium. The special event, featuring some of the biggest voices in country music performing Tammy’s most iconic hits, will be recorded for broadcast on PBS Great Performances. Tickets and more event … Continue reading ALL-STAR TRIBUTE FOREVER YOURS CELEBRATES THE LEGACY OF TAMMY WYNETTE AT THE RYMAN FOR PBS GREAT PERFORMANCES ON MARCH 30TH

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JELLY ROLL BECOMES NEWEST MEMBER OF THE GRAND OLE OPRY

Lainey Wilson inducts Jelly Roll Into theGrand Ole Opry family Friends and fellow Opry members join Jelly Roll for his induction in to the Opry family. l to r: Opry’s Dan Rogers, Opry host Kelly Sutton, Lily Isaacs, Larry Gatlin, Leanne Morgan, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Craig Morgan, ERNEST, Sonya Isaacs and Opry’s Jenn Tressler Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson perform “Save Me” ERNEST and … Continue reading JELLY ROLL BECOMES NEWEST MEMBER OF THE GRAND OLE OPRY

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