OUT NOW: REBA MCENTIRE’S NEVER “HURT LIKE THAT” IN NEW MUSIC CAPSULE RELEASE

Second Installment, Hurt Like That – EP, Captures 50 Years of Heartbreak Songs NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Continuing to roll out a new music capsule each month, Reba McEntire delivers the second installment, Hurt Like That – EP, today (5/22) via MCA. Written by Kellys Collins and Casey Wood, the Dave Cobb-produced title track proves no one has sung about heartbreak over the last 50 years quite like she has. LISTEN HERE. Reba McEntire’s Hurt Like That – EP Tracklist … Continue reading OUT NOW: REBA MCENTIRE’S NEVER “HURT LIKE THAT” IN NEW MUSIC CAPSULE RELEASE

musicmatters2018May 22, 2026Leave a comment

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JOSH TATOFI ANNOUNCES ‘LOOKING FOR LOVE TOUR: NORTH AMERICA’ FOLLOWING MULTIPLE SELLOUTS ON AUSTRALIAN RUN

GRAMMY-NOMINATED HAWAIIAN COUNTRY POWERHOUSE CONTINUES MOMENTUM BEHIND “SLOW ROLLING SUNRISE,” UPCOMING GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT, AND RAPIDLY GROWING GLOBAL FANBASE NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 18, 2026) – GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Josh Tatofi is bringing his signature blend of Country, Soul, and Island influence stateside this summer with his highly anticipated ‘Looking For Love Tour: North America.’ Spanning major markets across the U.S. and Canada, the run follows SOLD-OUT shows in Australia … Continue reading JOSH TATOFI ANNOUNCES ‘LOOKING FOR LOVE TOUR: NORTH AMERICA’ FOLLOWING MULTIPLE SELLOUTS ON AUSTRALIAN RUN

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CASSIDY DANIELS STEPS INTO THE SPOTLIGHT ON DUTTON RANCH PERFORMING BRAND-NEW

“HEART SHAPED NECKLACE” EMERGING COUNTRY STANDOUT TO APPEAR AND PERFORM IN THE PARAMOUNT+ SERIES AHEAD OF CMA FEST AND UPCOMING DATES WITH BROTHERS OSBORNE NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 15, 2026) – Nashville-based, buzzworthy Country artist Cassidy Daniels releases her new single, “Heart Shaped Necklace,” out today via 101 Music / Thirty Tigers, blending heartfelt storytelling with a powerful Country-rock edge. The release arrives alongside Daniels’ appearance in the highly anticipated series premiere of Dutton Ranch, where she also … Continue reading CASSIDY DANIELS STEPS INTO THE SPOTLIGHT ON DUTTON RANCH PERFORMING BRAND-NEW

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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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