COUNTRY MUSIC NEWS

There are artists who talk about giving back, and then there are artists like ERNEST, who quietly build something bigger than a headline. Credit Blue Weidemann On a breezy April afternoon in Nashville, just hours after the glow of Masters weekend still lingered in the air, the hitmaker traded chart positions for something far more lasting: impact. At Old Hickory Country Club, ERNEST’s third annual ERNvitational Golf Tournament wasn’t just another celebrity outing, it was a ga

There’s a certain kind of truth that only comes out between friends, the kind delivered over late-night phone calls, knowing glances, and the unfiltered honesty that stings just enough to save you. With their latest single “Love A Loser,” rising trio Just Jayne bottle that exact moment and set it to music, crafting a sharp, harmony-rich anthem that feels as lived-in as it does instantly addictive. Photo credit: Chris Ashlee From the first line, “Love A Loser” wastes no time g

The American Music Awards just dropped their 2026 nominations, and let’s just say, country music is more than holding its own this year. Unveiled early Tuesday morning, this year’s nominees are packed with heavy hitters, breakout stars, and a few curveballs that have fans buzzing. And leading the charge? None other than Morgan Wallen, who continues his chart-dominating streak with a massive seven nominations. Courtesy Of Morgan Wallen Wallen Leads the Country Charge Wallen is

Ella Langley is having a moment, and then some. Courtesy Of Ella Langley The fast-rising country powerhouse is officially dominating the charts as her breakout smash “Choosin’ Texas” locks in its sixth consecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, cementing its status as one of the year’s biggest crossover hits. But Langley isn’t just holding the top spot, she’s doubling down on it. Fresh off the release of her highly anticipated new album Dandelion, Langley’s latest si

Eric Church isn’t hitting the brakes, he’s flooring it. Photo Credit: Anthony D’Angio Fresh off the final weekend of his bold, boundary-pushing Free the Machine Tour , the 11-time GRAMMY nominee is already setting his sights on what’s next. And if you thought he might take a breather after celebrating Evangeline vs. The Machine , think again. The Chief is doubling down with a pair of can’t-miss destination runs this July, bringing his signature unpredictability to some of the

Zach Top is keeping the neon lights burning and the beer ice-cold all summer long. Courtesy Of Zach Top The fast-rising, traditional country torchbearer has officially extended his “Cold Beer & Country Music” headline tour, adding a fresh batch of dates that’s about to turn up the heat across North America. And if the first run was any indication, these new shows are going to be nothing short of a honky-tonk revival. Fresh stops include Orange Beach, AL (The Wharf Amphitheate

Ella Langley doesn’t ask for space, she takes it. And on her sprawling, sharply self-assured new album Dandelion , the Alabama native doesn’t just step into the spotlight, she redefines what it means to stand there. Credit: Caylee Robillard There was a time, not all that long ago, when women in country music were quietly ushered into neat, radio-friendly corners. The expectations were familiar: heartbreak, romance, a little sugar, a little sass, all wrapped in something easil

Ella Langley - Dandelion But what makes Dandelion truly compelling isn’t just its standout moments, it’s the throughline. Like its namesake, the album is resilient, a little wild, and impossible to ignore. It grows where it wants to, says what it needs to, and doesn’t apologize for any of it. Ella Langley isn’t just part of country music’s next wave, she’s reshaping the tide. And with Dandelion , she’s made one thing abundantly clear: she’s not here to fit the mold. She’s he

In a town built on heartbreak, hindsight, and hard-earned redemption, Trey Pendley is telling a different kind of story, one that doesn’t end in loss, but in love that stayed. With “Family Man,” Pendley steps firmly into the spotlight as one of Music City’s most compelling new voices, delivering a song that feels less like a single and more like a confession whispered across a kitchen table at midnight. It’s raw. It’s reflective. And above all, it’s real. Photo Courtesy Of Tr

There’s a certain kind of bravery in looking back. Not the polished, nostalgic kind, the filtered highlight reel we post and revisit, but the raw, unflinching act of meeting who you used to be and saying, thank you anyway. That’s the emotional backbone of Bri Fletcher’s latest release, “New Her,” a song already rich with introspection that now finds an even deeper pulse through its newly unveiled music video. And it doesn’t just accompany the song, it expands it. Photo Courte

There’s something haunting about a memory you can’t quite wash away, the kind that lingers in the air long after the moment has passed. On her latest single, “Perfume on the Floor,” Cyndi Thomson captures that exact feeling with a quiet intensity that reminds us why her voice has long been one of country music’s most timeless treasures. Photo by Daniel Shippey. From the very first lines, Thomson doesn’t just tell a story, she drops you into it. A humid Georgia night. July hea

There’s a particular kind of fire country music has always known how to bottle, the kind that doesn’t just warm you, but threatens to burn the whole house down. On his latest release, “Match Made,” Carson Beyer leans all the way into that tension, delivering a smoky, slow-burning anthem that feels as dangerous as it does undeniable. Photo Courtesy Of Carson Beyer From its opening moments, Beyer drops listeners into the aftermath of something volatile: “Wake up, cold sweat, un

Chase Wright has always had a knack for turning vulnerability into something vivid and visceral, but with his latest single, “I Let the Devil In,” the rising country artist leans all the way into the shadows, and comes out with one of his most compelling releases to date. Credit: Rachel Deeb Written by Wright alongside Dan Swank and Emma Lynn White, the track blurs genre lines with ease, weaving together country storytelling, pop polish, and a gritty rock undercurrent. But at

The 2026 ACM Awards nominees are here, and country music fans already have a lot to celebrate. From major stars returning to the ballot to a few newer names having breakout years, this year’s nominations are packed with familiar favorites. Lainey Wilson is back in the Entertainer of the Year category after winning last year, while artists like Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Chris Stapleton, Jelly Roll, and Cody Johnson are once again in the mix. Megan Moroney had one of the bigge

Ella Langley might be one of country music’s fastest-rising stars, but don’t let the momentum fool you, she’s still the same Alabama girl who grew up singing in church, dodging school rules, and dreaming big long before Nashville ever knew her name. In a candid (and often hilarious) sit-down with Theo Von, Langley pulled back the curtain on her journey, from small-town beginnings to navigating fame, creativity, and everything in between. Courtesy Of This Past Weekend On Youtu

Pack your boots and your bathing suit, because Country music is headed somewhere it’s never gone before. Riley Green | Photo Credit: Sam Crabtree | Jon Pardi | Photo Credit: Evan De Stefano | Tucker Wetmore | Photo Credit: Chase Foster This Labor Day Weekend (September 4–6), Country Splash is set to make waves as the first-ever multi-day country music festival held directly on the beaches of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico , and it’s arriving with a lineup as hot as the Baja sun.

Ashley Monroe has never been one to raise her voice just to be heard. Instead, she sharpens it, hones it into something quiet, cutting, and impossible to ignore. On Dear Nashville, her surprise-released new album, she finally says the things she’s been holding back for nearly a quarter century, and in doing so, delivers one of the most disarming, self-aware records of her career. “If someone is hurting us, and we don’t let them know, isn’t that on us?” Monroe posed in a handw

Bailey Zimmerman didn’t just play Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, he set it on fire . Photo By Mike Atkinson From the moment the Illinois native stormed the stage with “Backup Plan,” it was clear this wasn’t going to be your typical country concert. It was loud, it was raw, and it felt like 14,000 people screaming along to every word like their lives depended on it. Zimmerman thrives in that chaos, and Fort Worth gave it right back to him. The setlist read like a greatest hits s

Country fans, consider this your sign, it’s time to step into Ella Langley’s boots… literally. In her fiery, attitude-packed “Choosin’ Texas” music video, Ella Langley didn’t just deliver a standout performance, she sparked a full-on style moment. And front and center? Those bold, head-turning boots that had fans hitting rewind (and Google) the second the video dropped. Well, good news: the exact pair is up for grabs. The boots that millions of viewers have already obsessed o

The room felt different before a single note was played. L to R: Tim Nichols, Kix Brooks, Bob DiPiero, Vince Gill, Briana Calhoun, Chris Blair (Listening Room Founder), Kennedy Scott (Three Times A Lady), Landon Fishburne (musician) and Chancie Neal. Credit: Josh Del Inside Nashville’s famed Listening Room Cafe, where stories are currency and songs are scripture, the energy on April 3 wasn’t just about music, it was about second chances. Cowboy cocktail attire replaced the u