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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DON McLEAN The Original Troubadour Returns To Australia This October For ‘The American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour’

SYDNEY, Australia – More than half a century after “American Pie” first changed the shape of popular music, the original troubadour, Don McLean returns to Australia this October to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the song that continues to define generations. Still touring, still performing and still drawing audiences who have lived with these songs for decades, McLean’s upcoming shows offer something increasingly rare, the chance to … Continue reading DON McLEAN The Original Troubadour Returns To Australia This October For ‘The American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour’

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Parker McCollum Makes Fourth Consecutive Sold-Out Appearance at RODEOHOUSTON as He Drops PARKER MCCOLLUM Deluxe Edition

LISTEN HERE NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multi-Platinum and award-winning Texan, Parker McCollum, made his fourth consecutive sold-out appearance at the famed RODEOHOUSTON. The evening showed this home state star in his element as he performed his chart-topping hits, fan-favorites and tracks off his critically acclaimed album, PARKER MCCOLLUM. Adding to the excitement of night, McCollum dropped the PARKER MCCOLLUM Deluxe Edition featuring four additional tracks including “Montgomery County” and the highly fan-requested “Big Ole Fancy … Continue reading Parker McCollum Makes Fourth Consecutive Sold-Out Appearance at RODEOHOUSTON as He Drops PARKER MCCOLLUM Deluxe Edition

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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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DEVON ALLMAN ANNOUNCES “20 YEARS STRONG TOUR”

DIRECT SUPPORT FROM GA-20 KICKS OFF AUGUST 13 IN PORTSMOUTH, NH Devon Allman is thrilled to announce the 20 Years Strong Tour, kicking off on August 13 in Portsmouth, NH. Celebrating 20 years since the release of Devon Allman’s first album and national tour. The 20 Years Strong Tour is a special retrospective show featuring music from across Devon’s celebrated career — including his latest release, Blues Summit (featuring Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Robert Randolph, … Continue reading DEVON ALLMAN ANNOUNCES “20 YEARS STRONG TOUR”

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ELLEFSON–SOTO RELEASE TWO ICONIC COVER SONGS

Ellefson–Soto have released two new cover songs today, paying tribute to two legendary forces in music: the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, and Los Angeles punk rock icons FEAR. Both songs were recorded and filmed live during the Rogue Recording Sessions inside the legendary Battery Studios in London, UK in July 2025. The releases arrive just ahead of the band’s upcoming performances at the Whisky A … Continue reading ELLEFSON–SOTO RELEASE TWO ICONIC COVER SONGS

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GABBY BARRETT CELEBRATES MAJOR CAREER MILESTONES WITH MULTI-PLATINUM HONORS

UNVEILS NEW MUSIC AT CRS 2026 NASHVILLE, TENN. (March 18, 2026) — MULTI-PLATINUM Country star Gabby Barrett marked a standout moment at this year’s Country Radio Seminar (CRS) in Nashville, celebrating both past achievements and a glimpse into what’s next. Barrett took the stage at the annual Warner Records Nashville luncheon, where she delivered a powerful performance of “The Easy Part,” which she co-wrote with Michael Hardy (aka HARDY), Zach Abend, and Jon … Continue reading GABBY BARRETT CELEBRATES MAJOR CAREER MILESTONES WITH MULTI-PLATINUM HONORS

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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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WYATT FLORES RETURNS WITH ANTICIPATED NEW SINGLE “RUNNIN’ ON E”

EXTENSIVE “DRIVE ALL NIGHT TOUR” KICKS OFFTHIS MONTH, TICKETS ON-SALE NOW NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Acclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Wyatt Flores shares his highly anticipated new song, “Runnin’ On E,” today via MCA/Island Records; Listen/share HERE. The track is the first brand new release from Flores this year, with more music to come soon. Of the track, Flores shares, “‘Runnin’ On E’ is a part of the story of my last … Continue reading WYATT FLORES RETURNS WITH ANTICIPATED NEW SINGLE “RUNNIN’ ON E”

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