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Luke Bryan Announces Signs Album Live on “American Idol” Finale, Set for Release on September 18, Pre-Order NOW

Performs “Fish Hunt Golf Drink”Song Available Here NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Five-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan wrapped his ninth season as a celebrity judge on American Idol tonight, and during the show, he exclusively announced he will release a new studio album on September 18, Signs. The album is available for pre-order NOW. In celebration, Luke performed a new track off Signs, “Fish Hunt Golf Drink.”  The song was written by Luke, … Continue reading Luke Bryan Announces Signs Album Live on “American Idol” Finale, Set for Release on September 18, Pre-Order NOW

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FRANK RAY ANNOUNCES NEW EP, GOOD FOR THE SOUL, DROPPING JUNE 26

NEW TRACK “THIRD ROW GEORGE STRAIT” OUT NOW (Nashville, TN, May 1, 2026) Today, Frank Ray releases the song “Third Row George Strait,” the first song off his forthcoming EP Good For The Soul, which will come out on June 26. “Third Row George Strait” was written by some of Nashville’s most respected hitmakers including Ben Hayslip, Dan Isbell and Ben Stennis and was produced by Seth Mosley … Continue reading FRANK RAY ANNOUNCES NEW EP, GOOD FOR THE SOUL, DROPPING JUNE 26

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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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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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Jesse & Noah Release New Single “Old Cowboys” Featuring Riders in the Sky Today

New Album ‘The Sunshine Shop’ Out May 29 Video premiered by Cowboys & Indians NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Singer-songwriters Jesse & Noah Bellamy team up with Grand Ole Opry legends Riders in the Sky on their timeless new single, “Old Cowboys.” The retro-leaning track blends classic country tradition with a fresh, modern edge, brought to life through vivid imagery of guitars, old dogs, and stars in her eyes. … Continue reading Jesse & Noah Release New Single “Old Cowboys” Featuring Riders in the Sky Today

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MIRANDA LAMBERT ALIGNS WITH MCA

Miranda Lambert Aligns with MCA (L-R: Stephanie Wright, EVP/Head of A&R, MCA; Mike Harris, President & CEO, MCA; Miranda Lambert; Katie McCartney, EVP/General Manager, MCA; Rob Femia, COO/EVP Business & Legal Affairs, MCA; Damon Moberly, SVP Promotion, MCA) | Photo Credit: Tyler Conrad NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Miranda Lambert will release future music with MCA, marking an exciting new chapter in her … Continue reading MIRANDA LAMBERT ALIGNS WITH MCA

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THOMAS RHETT EARNS 25TH NO. ONE MILESTONE IN UNDER 15 YEARS

“Ain’t A Bad Life” Featuring Jordan Davis Tops the Mediabase/Country Aircheck ChartThis Week as Third Chart-Topper from ABOUT A WOMAN Nashville, TN – April 13, 2026 – Diamond-certified superstar Thomas Rhett celebrates his 25th career No. One as “Ain’t A Bad Life” ft. Jordan Davis tops the Mediabase/Country Aircheck chart this week. Written by Thomas Rhett, Ashley Gorley, Blake Pendergrass, John Byron and Mark Trussell, the … Continue reading THOMAS RHETT EARNS 25TH NO. ONE MILESTONE IN UNDER 15 YEARS

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MIRANDA LAMBERT RECOGNIZED AS ARTIST, SONGWRITER & PRODUCER+ AMONG MOST NOMINATED AT 61ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

Lambert Also Performs During the May 17 CeremonyStreaming Live on Prime Video at 8 p.m. ET Female Artist of the YearSong of the Year (x3)Single of the YearMusic Event of the Year (x2)Visual Media of the Year NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multihyphenate superstar Miranda Lambert, the most-decorated artist in Academy of Country Music history, earned eight nominations for the upcoming 61st ACM Awards, the second highest tally of … Continue reading MIRANDA LAMBERT RECOGNIZED AS ARTIST, SONGWRITER & PRODUCER+ AMONG MOST NOMINATED AT 61ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

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JAMEY JOHNSON HONORS MERLE HAGGARD ON OUTLAW LEGEND’S BIRTHDAY W/ “PRETTY WHEN IT’S NEW”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In observance of legendary outlaw country singer Merle Haggard’s birthday today, April 6, Jamey Johnson is honoring his memory with a cover of Haggard’s 2010 release, “Pretty When It’s New.” Produced by The Kent Hardly Playboys and recorded at The Moose Lodge, with T.W. Cargile serving as engineer, Johnson’s version of “Pretty When It’s New” is available everywhere now. Listen HERE. Haggard was born … Continue reading JAMEY JOHNSON HONORS MERLE HAGGARD ON OUTLAW LEGEND’S BIRTHDAY W/ “PRETTY WHEN IT’S NEW”

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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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