by CMT.com Staff 2h ago CMT has revealed the 16 up-and-coming artists previously named to its highly acclaimed 2020 LISTEN UP list will all receive an extended tenure into 2021 with continued promotion across all CMT platforms for the next year. The news of the program extension was revealed to each of the artists by...
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Jordan Davis Plays Live Show for One Devoted Fan
by Alison Bonaguro 2h ago At this point in his career, with at least six hit songs in his repertoire, Jordan Davis is used to packing clubs and bars with fans woo-hooing every time he starts a song. But one time, there was this girl. I thank the good Lord for the detours to you….I...
Now Hear the Williams Twins’ Gut Reaction to “Jolene”
by Alison Bonaguro 3h ago The internet’s mind was blown this week when YouTube stars Twins the New Trend — 21-year-old twin brothers Tim and Fred Williams — shared their pure, unadulterated joy over hearing a 1981 Phil Collins song for the first time. Watch their reaction to hearing “In the Air Tonight” here. Which...
Miranda Lambert on the Highs and Lows of the Quarantine
by Alison Bonaguro 52m ago Same, Miranda Lambert. Same. In a new interview with Kansas country radio station 94.5 Country, Miranda Lambert came out and said exactly what so many of us are thinking: that the quarantine did have some silver linings, but we are all so ready for life to go back to normal....
Country Music Hall of Fame Reveals Three Inductees
by Craig Shelburne 58m ago The newest members of the Country Music Hall of Fame will be songwriter Dean Dillon, Marty Stuart, and Hank Williams Jr. The surprise announcement was revealed early on Wednesday morning. Embedded from www.youtube.com. [embedded content] Dillon’s writing credits include classics such as George Strait’s “The Chair,” “Ocean Front Property,” and...
Payton Smith Sings of Summer Love in New Video, “Like I Knew You Would”
by CMT.com Staff 58m ago One of Tennessee’s most overlooked natural beauties is Rock Island State Park, a spot that manages to be rugged and serene at the same time. That outdoor spirit and a hint of summer love help bring Payton Smith’s new video, “Like I Knew You Would,” to life. Smith, a 20-year-old...
Country Legends We Love: Billy Joe Shaver
by Craig Shelburne 28m ago Billy Joe Shaver has a life story that would best be told in a miniseries. There’s just too much drama to fit neatly into two hours. A colorful character and legendary songwriter who never quite gets the credit he’s due, Shaver stands tall as an essential songwriter of the Outlaw...
Tyler Braden Believes “Love Is a Dead End Road” … Which Is Good
by CMT.com Staff 1h ago Tyler Braden is taking an unexpected direction in his newest release, “Love Is a Dead End Road.” Rather than offering a skeptical view of relationships, the lyrics actually share a happy viewpoint that was inspired by a text message. “When my sister bought land to build a house, she sent...
Kane Brown Gets Lost On His Own Property, Rescued By Cops
by Kelsey Hendrix 20m ago Kane Brown is keeping it real and sharing the true story of his adventure, turned rescue mission, in the woods. When Brown and some friends decided to explore his new digs, a massive 30-acre section of land, they quickly became lost, having to call for help. “ALL JOKES ASIDE. The...
In This Acoustic Video, Ashley Ray Feels Proud to Sing About “Pauline”
by CMT.com Staff 1m ago Ashley Ray is feeling the presence of her late grandmother, Pauline, in this solo acoustic video, and she hopes that you will, too. A native of Lawrence, Kansas, Ray lists legendary singer-songwriters like Willie Nelson, Bob Seger and Johnny Cash as primary musical influences, and on Friday she’ll share some...