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If your Stanley cup needed a little more country flair, Kacey Musgraves just answered your prayers. The Grammy-winning singer has teamed up with Stanley 1913 for a brand-new limited-edition collection that's equal parts practical and stylish. Inspired by wide-open spaces and life "in the middle of nowhere," the collection blends Stanley's signature durability with Kacey's unmistakable western aesthetic. Courtesy Of Stanley Country Style Meets Stanley The standout piece is the

Hudson Westbrook's rise has been impossible to ignore, and now the Texas breakout is taking the next big step. Fresh off touring with Bailey Zimmerman and Morgan Wallen, the 2026 ACM New Male Artist of the Year nominee is officially hitting the road on his own biggest headlining run to date. The Hits Me Tour launches this fall with 24 dates across the country, and judging by how it's starting, you might want to grab tickets sooner rather than later. Hudson Westbrook | Credit:

For one long, loud, bourbon-soaked weekend, Bourbon & Beyond is turning up the volume, and the proof. The World’s Largest Bourbon, Food & Music Festival just announced the biggest lineup in its eight-year history, stacking more than 100 artists across five stages from September 24–27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. And if you thought this fest was already overflowing, 2026 just kicked the barrel over. Courtesy Of Chris Stapleton On Facebook The weekend reads

There are comeback songs, and then there are songs that feel like they never left. With "Fish On," Randy Travis doesn't chase trends, reinvent himself or try to fit into modern country's ever-changing landscape. Instead, the Country Music Hall of Famer does something far more powerful: he doubles down on the sound that made him a legend in the first place. The result is a jaunty, toe-tapping slice of neo-traditional country that feels as if it drifted straight out of 1988, du

Randy Travis - Fish On For nearly 40 years, Randy Travis has built a career telling those stories better than almost anyone. With "Fish On," he doesn't just cast another line, he casts listeners back to a time when country music wore its heart on its sleeve, its boots in the dirt and its stories in every verse. Sometimes the biggest catch isn't the fish at the end of the line. Sometimes it's the feeling that, for three and a half minutes, country music sounds exactly the way

Ashland Craft has never chased polish, and that's exactly what makes Dive Bar Beauty Queen (Deluxe) such a compelling listen. The South Carolina native has carved out a lane where grit, heartache and Southern swagger coexist, and the deluxe edition doesn't simply tack on extra songs, it sharpens the album's emotional edge. At its center is the standout new addition, "Doesn't Have To Be That Way," a beautifully understated duet with Tyce Delk that proves Craft is just as capti

Sometimes an artist only needs a handful of songs to make a lasting impression. On Written By Women, Zoe Jean Fowler proves exactly that. Five songs, five great stories, and five chances to discover your new favorite country artist. Leaning into her self-described brand of "cry baby country music," Fowler delivers an EP that feels refreshingly honest, emotionally rich, and rooted in the kind of storytelling that has always made country music matter. Courtesy Of Zoe Jean Fowle

Meghan Patrick has built a career on fearless honesty, and "I Sure Hope So" may be one of the most emotionally satisfying chapters she's written yet. Rather than revisiting old wounds, Patrick leans into something far more compelling: the quiet confidence that comes with finally healing. It's a song about growth, self-worth, and reaching the point where your past no longer gets the final say. Courtesy Of Megan Patrick Co-written with Joe Clemmons and Karen Kosowski, the track

Nashville is overflowing with talent, but if you're keeping a list of artists poised for a breakout moment, Makenzie Phipps deserves to be near the top. Fresh off her appearance on The Voice Season 28 with Team Snoop Dogg, the Virginia native returns with one of her boldest releases yet, teaming up with fellow The Voice standout Aubrey Nicole for the blistering duet, "Devil Ain't In Hell." Courtesy Of Makenzie Phipps Built around a title that immediately grabs your attention,

Megan Moroney is giving fans a brand-new way to channel their inner Emo Cowgirl, and this time, it doesn't involve hitting repeat on Cloud 9. The country hitmaker has officially launched Calliope, her very first fragrance, and it's every bit as thoughtful, romantic, and heartbreak-coded as you'd expect from the singer who's built a career turning feelings into hits. Courtesy Of Megan Moroney More Than a Celebrity Fragrance Celebrity perfumes are nothing new, but Moroney wante

Eric Church has spent the last two years carrying one guitar across stages, through sold-out shows, and into the songs that continue to define one of country music's most fearless careers. Now, The Chief is finally letting fans in on the secret. Epiphone has unveiled the limited-edition Inspired by Gibson Eric Church Hummingbird Dark, bringing Church's beloved road-tested acoustic-electric to players everywhere. Equal parts rugged workhorse and showstopper, it's a guitar buil

For nearly two decades, country music fans have wondered if they'd ever hear another album of original music from Randy Travis. Now, one of the genre's most beloved voices is about to answer that question. The Country Music Hall of Famer has officially announced his first album of original material in more than 18 years, marking one of the most emotional and anticipated comebacks in modern country music. Even more fitting, the announcement didn't happen at a flashy press conf

The Drum Pod returns, the arenas are back, and Garth Brooks is ready to make history all over again. Thirty years after changing the concert industry forever, Garth Brooks is officially bringing back one of the most iconic tours in country music history. Courtesy Of Garth Brooks Fresh off his massive, sold-out performance at London's Hyde Park, Brooks has announced the Blame It All On My Roots Tour, a brand-new arena run that marks the long-awaited return of the legendary Dru

The Country Star Announces First-Ever Veterans Day 5K Before Historic Ryman Performance. Craig Morgan has never been the kind of artist to separate his music from his mission. Long before he topped country charts and became a Grand Ole Opry member, Morgan proudly served in the United States Army and Army Reserve, a commitment to service that continues to define his career today. Now, the country singer is inviting fans to be part of something much bigger than a concert. On Sa

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Every now and then, a duet comes along that feels completely natural. Riley Green and Hannah McFarland's "Go Again" is one of those songs. Written solely by Green, the track leans into everything that has made him one of country music's most consistent storytellers. There's no rush to get to the hook or force a radio-ready payoff. Instead, "Go Again" unfolds naturally, letting the story breathe as two people wrestle with the kind of goodbye that never feels completely finishe

The small-town songwriter opens up about writing every track on his debut album, learning from Nashville's best, and why he's ready for the biggest moment of his career. The breakout star sat down with All Country News to chat about his whirlwind 2026 and his debut ablum Something To Say. Blake Whiten Press Photo Credit Alex Bittan For Blake Whiten, success still looks a lot like stopping at the local gas station. The difference? These days, he can't make it back to his truck

Riley Green & Hannah McFarland - Go Again For Green, it's another example of why his songwriting continues to resonate with country fans. For McFarland, it's the kind of performance that turns heads and introduces her to an even wider audience. Together, they've delivered one of the strongest country duets of 2026, one that lingers long after the final note fades. Read Our Full Review Blake Whiten - Say Something Despite the national television appearances, arena tour dates,

Sometimes the biggest moments in country music aren't planned. They're the ones Mother Nature tries to cancel. @mikey.photograph That's exactly what happened when Nate Smith took the stage at Dauphin's Countryfest in Manitoba, Canada, on Sunday night (June 28). What started as another high-energy festival headline set quickly turned into a story fans will be talking about for years. A Tornado Warning Stops the Show Just four songs into his set, the unthinkable happened. With

Restless Road is hitting the gas on its next chapter. L-R: Zak Waters (EMPIRE Nashville), Martha Earls (Neon Coast), Jen Way (EMPIRE Nashville), Tyler Corrado (Neon Coast), Eric Hurt (EMPIRE Nashville), Restless Road The country trio has officially signed with EMPIRE Nashville, joining forces with the independent music powerhouse as they prepare to kick off a brand-new era. The partnership, led by Jen Way, Executive Vice President of EMPIRE Nashville, sets the stage for th