ANNOUNCE THEIR FIRST-EVER LIVE ALBUM FEATURING THE CURRENT LINEUP! ON OCTOBER 30, 2026 ‘LIVE & LOUD ACROSS THE U.S.A.,’ TRIPLE VINYL WITH NEVER-BEFORE-RELEASED LIVE TRACKS PLUS, THE VINYL DEBUT OF ‘SHAKEN & STIRRED’ BY EARL & THE AGITATORS (AKA FOGHAT) “MY BABE” SINGLE OUT TODAY “What makes FOGHAT special is they’ve never forgotten who they are. They are a blues-based rock and roll band first and foremost, and … Continue reading FOGHAT
COOKE CELEBRATES ALBUM RELEASE WITH the cities that made me tour,KICKING OFF IN NASHVILLE TODAY (8/14)—MAJOR MEDIA MOMENTS STACKING UP WITH FEATURES FROMAMERICAN SONGWRITER, THE TENNESSEAN, PEOPLE, SOUTHERN LIVING & MORE NASHVILLE, TENN. (August 14, 2026) — Today, Country hitmaker Ashley Cooke shares her much-anticipated self-titled sophomore album. One of the summer’s most talked-about releases, ashley cooke explores the beautiful mess of modern love across 15 fiercely self-aware songs — including her heart-racing … Continue reading ASHLEY COOKE ENTERS BOLD NEW CHAPTER WITH SELF-TITLED SOPHOMORE ALBUM, OUT NOW
RETURN TO LATE NIGHT TELEVISION WITH AUGUST 18 THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON PERFORMANCE MARKS GROUP’S FIRST LATE-NIGHT TV PERFORMANCE IN OVER 35 YEARS FALL 2026 DATES KICK OFF NOVEMBER 9 THE STRAY CATS—all three original members Brian Setzer (guitar, vocals), Lee Rocker (upright bass, vocals), and Slim Jim Phantom (drums, vocals)—will wrap the summer leg of their 2026 tour with an August 18 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon performing one … Continue reading THE STRAY CATS
STOPS INCLUDE NASHVILLE, SAN DIEGO,NORFOLK, AND PITTSBURGH NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Emerging country artist Tori Rose is taking her latest single, “South of Southern,” on the road this August with a series of radio supported performances and appearances across the country. With stops in Nashville, San Diego, Norfolk and Pittsburgh, Tori continues to build momentum around the single while bringing her live show directly to country radio listeners. … Continue reading TORI ROSE TAKES “SOUTH OF SOUTHERN” ON THE ROAD COAST TO COAST
RELEASES VIDEO FOR “EYE ON YOU” FROM LATEST ALBUM OUT NOW, ‘TOUCH AND GO’ NORTH AMERICAN HEADLINING TOUR CONTINUES THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER “‘Eye On You’ has that Cars sound along with some Todd Rundgren feeling in the mix.” — Skopemag.com August 13, 2026 – “That Cars sound,” taking inspiration from The Cars and ‘80s New Wave music, is actually what COLLECTIVE SOUL–Ed Roland (vocals/guitar/piano), Dean Roland … Continue reading COLLECTIVE SOUL
[ TICKET INFO ] Birthday Celebration To Benefit Concerts 4 A Cause and The George Jones Scholarship at MTSU NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nancy Jones, widow to the late George Jones, announces “The Possum’s” 95th Birthday Celebration taking place at The Nashville Palace in the “Randy Travis Room” on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 4pm. Performing artists will be announced in the coming days!“George Jones remains one of the most beloved … Continue reading NANCY JONES & FRIENDS TO CELEBRATE GEORGE JONES’ 95TH BIRTHDAY SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 AT THE NASHVILLE PALACE
Premiered by American Country Network and Country Evolution New Single “Just In Case” Coming September 18 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Known for her powerful voice, viral videos, and genuine connection with her fans, Karen Waldrup is releasing the official music video for her current single, “Keeping The Faith,” today. The video brings the song’s message of hope, perseverance, and trusting the journey of life, reminding viewers that even during … Continue reading Karen Waldrup’s Inspiring New Music Video For “Keeping The Faith” Available Now
Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Seeks Humility & Hope On New Single “Better Plan,” The Title Track From Forthcoming Third Studio Album Better Plan, Arriving November 27 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 12, 2026) — Country singer-songwriter and recording artist John PayCheck announces his forthcoming third studio album, Better Plan, arriving digitally on November 27 from HorseBite Entertainment. On Friday, August 14 he’ll drop the album’s title track “Better Plan,” [Pre-Save/Pre-Add] a fiddle-driven country rocker … Continue reading JOHN PAYCHECK
Superstar’s Catalog Certified for 85.5-Million Units Country Music Icon Achieves Notable Gold, Platinum & Multi-Platinum Milestones (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) Alan Jackson’s career music sales have reached new heights as his recorded catalog has been certified by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for 85.5-million units sold in the U.S. alone. Jackson was surprised with news of the milestone at his Last Call: One More for the Road … Continue reading ALAN JACKSON’S CERTIFICATIONS SOAR TO NEW HEIGHTS
18-SHOW RUN TO HIT SOUTHEAST AND MIDWEST IN NOVEMBER, NORTHEAST AND MID-ATLANTIC IN DECEMBER SUPPORTING LATEST ALBUM PUFF OF SMOKE AND CELEBRATING 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF DEBUT ALBUM, WAYS NOT TO LOSE August 11, 2026 – The Wood Brothers have announced Fall 2026 tour dates. The 18-show run will make stops in the Southeast and Midwest in November and the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic in December. Artist pre-sales begin Wednesday, August 12, … Continue reading THE WOOD BROTHERS ANNOUNCE FALL 2026 TOUR DATES
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