by Tiffany Goldstein 18m ago Award-winning singer and actress Olivia Newton-John, died Monday (Aug. 8) at 73-years-old. The beloved performer best-known for her country-pop sound and iconic role as Sandy Olsson in the 1978 blockbuster, “Grease” passed away at her ranch in Southern California. Her official Facebook page confirmed the devastating news with a lengthy...
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Shania Twain To Be Inducted Into The Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame
by Tiffany Goldstein 53m ago Country icon Shania Twain has scored a spot in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Class of 2022. The prestigious nonprofit revealed the list of “songwriting giants” August 2 and announced that the incoming members would be inducted formally at the Hall of Fame Gala on Oct. 30. The “You...
Tim McGraw Recalls The Time Faith Hill Dominated The Stage With 2002 Hit “Cry”
by Tiffany Goldstein 8/5/2022 Faith Hill’s astonishing talents still blow Tim McGraw away. The multi-platinum performer took to social media late Thursday (Aug. 5) night to reveal old footage that his daughter came across. The throwback video displays Hill delivering a show-stopping performance of her early 2000s hit “Cry.” “My daughter ran across this, man...
CMT Roundup: New Music From Kelsea Ballerini, Craig Morgan, Ian Munsick, Priscilla Block, And More
by Tiffany Goldstein 5m ago It’s hard to have the summertime blues, when country music’s hottest stars are cranking out joyride anthems and beach bangers. CMT’s new music Friday playlist is overflowing with ear-worthy melodies from Ashley McBryde, Luke Combs, Mitchell Tenpenny, Lady A, and more. So, turn the volume up to ten and add...
Vince Gill Launches Four-Night Ryman Residency With Marathon Set
by Annie Reuter 55m ago Vince Gill’s marathon set at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on Thursday proved why he’ll be celebrated on CMT series “CMT GIANTS.” The singer’s nearly four-hour show spanned his vast catalog of hits and musical influences as well as highlighted his vulnerabilities and humor. The concert was part of the Country Music...
CMT Premiere: Valerie Ponzio Shares Latin Culture, Love of Hometown El Paso in New Music Video “Just a Bordertown”
by Cindy Watts 59m ago “The Voice” alum Valerie Ponzio is taking fans on a colorful, nostalgic and culture-rich tour of her hometown of El Paso, Texas, in her new music video for “Just a Bordertown.” “This music video really captures the character and beauty of the special little bordertown I’m from,” Ponzio said. “(It...
Vince Gill To Be Celebrated with Star-Studded “CMT GIANTS: Vince Gill” Sept. 16
by Cindy Watts 52m ago Vince Gill broke into country music in 1990 with his seminal hit “When I Call Your Name” and went on to win 19 CMA Awards and 22 Grammy Awards. He’s a member of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. In September, the sometimes Eagle will...
Nashville Newcomer Ashley Cooke Reveals Unreleased Track “Getting Into”
by Tiffany Goldstein 25m ago Ashley Cooke has become a force to be reckoned with. Since inking a co-venture deal with Big Loud Records and Back Blocks Music, the breakout artist has placed her creative wheels in motion faster than ever before. The “Never Til Now” singer took to TikTok Wednesday (Aug. 3) evening to...
Lady A Postpones Tour To Support Bandmate Charles Kelley On Sobriety Journey: “We’re Family”
by Tiffany Goldstein 15m ago Country trio Lady A has postponed their upcoming nationwide tour to support bandmate Charles Kelley on his sobriety journey. The Grammy Award-winning group announced the news early Thursday (Aug. 4) morning on social media, declaring that the Request Line Tour will be rescheduled to 2023 to give Kelley the time...
Reba McEntire Gives Sneak Peek of Upcoming Role In “Big Sky” With Chilling Trailer
by Tiffany Goldstein 34m ago Is there more to Reba McEntire than meets the eye? Country music fans are expected to see a whole new side of McEntire in season 3 of ABC’s “Big Sky: Deadly Trails.” The three-time Grammy winner and Golden Globe-nominated actress jumped on social media Tuesday (Aug. 3) to reveal the...