COUNTRY MUSIC NEWS

3x GRAMMY winners Dan + Shay have signed with The Core Entertainment, teaming up with co-founders Simon Tikhman and Kevin “Chief” Zaruk. Known for hits like “Tequila,” “Speechless,” and “10,000 Hours” (with Justin Bieber), the duo has built a global fanbase with billions of streams and multiple No. 1 singles. “We’ve always admired The Core’s ‘music-first’ mentality,” said Dan + Shay. “The best is yet to come.” The Core, founded in 2020, combines management, label, and media v

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor the bravery, sacrifice, and continued strength of those who have served. At Good Scentiments, we believe gratitude is not just spoken yet it’s felt, remembered, and carried forward. Scotty Hastings is a testament to resilience in motion. A country artist, U.S. Army veteran, and proud Purple Heart recipient who turned adversity into art and service into song. In 2011, while serving overseas as an Army Infantryman, Scotty survived being shot

Indiana-born, Nashville-based rising star Stephen Wilson Jr.  is setting the country music world ablaze again. Today, the singer-songwriter unveiled the Gary The Torch Tour , a follow-up to his critically acclaimed søn of dad  tour, which ran for over two years and took him from small-town venues to international stages. The tour kicks off March 6 in Columbus, OH , and promises stops in Toronto, Boston, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Chicago, and beyond. Credit: Jace Kartye Our favo

When the Country Music Association names a legend among legends, the weight of that word legend matters. This year, that honor falls on Vince Gill, the Oklahoma-born troubadour whose voice has carried Country Music’s heart for half a century. At the 59th Annual CMA Awards, airing live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on November 19, Gill will receive the 2025 CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award , a distinction reserved for the rare few whose artistry, humanity, an

Megan Moroney is trading in her blues for blush tones. The Georgia native and reigning queen of clever lyricism just revealed that the color theme for her next project will be pink, marking a bold new chapter in her fast-evolving artistry. Photo Courtesy Of Megan Moroney Fans of Moroney know that her albums don’t just sound a certain way — they look  a certain way, too. Her breakout debut, Lucky , shimmered in green, a nod to charm, risk, and that signature shade of envy she

Country music is taking center stage at the 2026 Grammy Awards and this year’s nominees read like a roadmap through the genre’s past, present, and future. From dusty-road troubadours and outlaw storytellers to barrier-breaking newcomers, Nashville’s influence stretches far beyond the neon lights of Broadway, finding itself firmly embedded in the heart of music’s biggest night. Photos Courtesy Of Artist Solo Stories That Cut Deep In the Best Country Solo Performance  category,

There are country stars on the rise and then there’s Ella Langley. The Alabama native has officially crossed over from “one to watch” to “one you can’t take your eyes off of,” selling out two  back-to-back nights at Nashville’s sacred Ryman Auditorium. For any artist, filling the Mother Church of Country Music once is a dream. Doing it twice? That’s legacy-level stuff. Photo: Caylee Robillard Langley’s ascent has been anything but accidental. Over the past few years, she’s bu

The lights of Music City are about to burn brighter than ever as the Country Music Association and ABC unveil the first wave of performers for The 59th Annual CMA Awards . This year’s show promises to be a thrilling collision of tradition and transformation, a place where legends, trailblazers, and breakout stars will share one stage for one unforgettable night. Photos Courtesy Of Artists Airing live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19  on ABC and stream

Cody Johnson - Travelin’ Soldier Some songs are simply written for certain voices. For “Travelin’ Soldier,” the Dixie Chicks’ (now The Chicks) heartbreaking ballad of love, loss, and war, that voice might just belong to Cody Johnson. After years of fans dreaming about what his rich Texas drawl could do with the tune, Johnson finally delivers his long-awaited rendition, and it’s every bit as stirring as imagined. Released today, his version isn’t a reinvention, it’s a revival.

There’s a moment in every artist’s journey when all the chasing, all the long nights and cheap coffee and half-empty bars, finally pays off. For Vincent Mason, that moment arrives today. The Interscope/MCA Nashville/Music Soup standout officially unveils his long-awaited debut album, There I Go , a record that doesn’t just introduce who Mason is, but maps out the winding road he took to get here. Photo Credit: David Higgs Written across the backdrop of five whirlwind years, T

If there’s one thing Jason Scott & The High Heat know how to bottle up, it’s authenticity and their new single “Cowboy Cold Beer” is proof that sometimes, all a country heart needs is a little twang, a little groove, and a cold one to chase it down. Photo Credit: Jesse Chapman From the first kick of the drum, “Cowboy Cold Beer” feels like it’s rolling in on a dusty flatbed under a red sunset, the kind of scene that could’ve been plucked straight out of Yellowstone  or Landman

In a city where artists rise and fall with dizzying speed, Georgia-born Erin Kirby has arrived with a voice and vision that demand attention. Her debut EP, In and Out of Love , released today on all streaming platforms, is a compelling testament to her talent as both a vocalist and a storyteller, establishing her as one of Music City’s most promising new voices. Photo by M.E. Clocking in at five tracks, In and Out of Love  is more than a collection of songs—it’s a journey. Fr

In an era where country music often finds itself leaning toward pop polish and big-city shine, Jon Wolfe is keeping the neon lights burning in the corner bar. With his new album Barstool Therapy: Session One , out now, the Oklahoma-born traditionalist delivers a masterclass in authenticity, the kind of record that smells like spilled whiskey, worn leather, and heartbreak half-healed. Photo by Jeremy Thomas. Produced by GRAMMY®-nominated Dave Brainard, Barstool Therapy: Sessio

The Hunter Brothers are back, and this time, they’re flying the flag for every kind of country. With their new EP All Kinds of Country , the Saskatchewan-born quintet doubles down on what’s made them one of the most dynamic sibling acts in modern country music: powerhouse harmonies, storytelling that sticks, and a willingness to color outside the lines. Photo Courtesy Of Hunter Brothers The project builds on the momentum of their recent feel-good hits “Homegrown Night” and “B

In a town that never stops spinning out stars, KIANA has found her moment to shine. With her brand-new EP This Is The Part , the rising pop-country artist isn’t just dropping songs, she’s dropping a statement. One that’s equal parts confidence, nostalgia, and pure fun. Photo Courtesy Of KIANA “This is the project I’ve always wanted to make,” KIANA says. “It’s full of anthemic, feel-good songs inspired by the pop-country music that shaped me growing up.” That blend of heart an

Country riser Trey Calloway isn’t just dipping his toes into the fire with his latest release, he’s diving straight in. “Make That Move” is a high-octane burst of energy that fuses swaggering country charm with a funky, dancefloor-ready groove. It’s the kind of track that doesn’t just ask for attention, it demands it. Photo Courtesy Of Trey Calloway Written by Trey alongside Wolf Mahler and Ben Wagner, the release captures the moment when attraction sparks into action, when t

The holidays aren’t always wrapped in red and green bows, sometimes, they come tied up in blue. Rising country songstress Tyra Madison leans into that truth with her new single, “Santa, Can You Fix a Broken Heart?" a tender, soul-stirring spin on Christmas melancholy that proves she’s one of Music City’s brightest and most emotionally honest new voices. Single Art Courtesy Of Tyra Madison With a voice that soars like tinsel catching the light and lyrics that hit straight to t

There’s a certain magic that only holiday lights, twinkling evergreens, and country music can conjure, and this December, ABC and the Country Music Association are delivering it in spades. The 16th annual CMA Country Christmas  returns Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 9/8c, with streaming on Hulu and Disney+ the following day. Photo Credit: Josh Brasted/CMA For the first time, Lauren Daigle and Jordan Davis step into the co-host spotlight, bringing their signature warmth, charm, and humor

Good Scentiments is proud to introduce GRATEFUL , a candle created in collaboration with Purple Heart recipient and artist Scotty Hasting . With the warm, grounding scents of sandalwood and amber, GRATEFUL is designed to inspire reflection, gratitude, and resilience. Scotty’s story is one of courage, survival, and the healing power of music. As an Army Infantryman with the 1st Infantry Division, 4th Squadron, 4th Cavalry, he survived a life-threatening combat incident in Afgh

When the sun sets over Big Mountain Ranch, the Montana sky does something magical, it opens up wide and endless, a painted backdrop for stories told in twang, grit, and song. Next summer, that expanse will once again come alive as Under The Big Sky  returns to Whitefish, Montana, from July 17–19, 2026 , with its biggest and boldest lineup yet. Photos Courtesy Of Artist Anchoring the festival’s seventh year is none other than Chris Stapleton , marking his long-awaited Under Th