Keith Urban’s Guitarist Maggie Baugh Won’t Be Attending His Nashville Homecoming Show

Keith Urban’s guitarist Maggie Baugh will miss his homecoming concert at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Friday (October 17) due to a scheduling conflict, as she will be performing a solo show in Carmel, Indiana that same night. Although Baugh, 25, is Urban’s touring guitarist, she is also focused on building her solo career, including a…

Keith Urban’s Guitarist Maggie Baugh Won’t Be Attending His Nashville Homecoming Show

Keith Urban’s guitarist Maggie Baugh will miss his homecoming concert at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Friday (October 17) due to a scheduling conflict, as she will be performing a solo show in Carmel, Indiana that same night. Although Baugh, 25, is Urban’s touring guitarist, she is also focused on building her solo career, including a…read more

Reid Perry Announces That He Has “Decided To Leave” The Band Perry

Reid Perry took to Instagram on Monday (October 13) to announce that he has decided to leave The Band Perry in order to shift his focus to artist management. "To the fans, you’ve always been my favorite part of this. I’ve decided to leave TBP. I’ll be missing seeing you in the crowd at a…

Reid Perry Announces That He Has “Decided To Leave” The Band Perry

Reid Perry took to Instagram on Monday (October 13) to announce that he has decided to leave The Band Perry in order to shift his focus to artist management. “To the fans, you’ve always been my favorite part of this. I’ve decided to leave TBP. I’ll be missing seeing you in the crowd at a…read more

Sabrina Carpenter Keeps Her Country Vibes Going By Bringing Out The Chicks At ACL Music Festival

Sabrina Carpenter continues to explore her country music influences, surprising fans during her headlining set at the Austin City Limits Music Festival on Saturday night (October 11) by bringing out The Chicks to perform their No. 1 smash, “Wide Open Spaces.” The 13-time Grammy winning trio also joined Carpenter for a rendition of her chart-topping…

Sabrina Carpenter Keeps Her Country Vibes Going By Bringing Out The Chicks At ACL Music Festival

Sabrina Carpenter continues to explore her country music influences, surprising fans during her headlining set at the Austin City Limits Music Festival on Saturday night (October 11) by bringing out The Chicks to perform their No. 1 smash, “Wide Open Spaces.” The 13-time Grammy winning trio also joined Carpenter for a rendition of her chart-topping…read more

Taylor Swift Sets Solo Artist Record With 15th Billboard No. 1 Album As ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ Sells Over 4 Million Copies In First Week

Taylor Swift's new album, The Life of a Showgirl, debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart after selling a record-breaking 4.002 million equivalent album units – including 3.48 million pure album sales – in its first week, marking the largest single-week sales and album consumption figures since Luminate first began tracking data in…

Taylor Swift Sets Solo Artist Record With 15th Billboard No. 1 Album As ‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ Sells Over 4 Million Copies In First Week

Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl, debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart after selling a record-breaking 4.002 million equivalent album units – including 3.48 million pure album sales – in its first week, marking the largest single-week sales and album consumption figures since Luminate first began tracking data in…read more

Shaboozey Sings New Jingle For Domino’s As Part Of Their All-New Rebrand

Domino’s unveiled its first major rebrand since 2012 on October 8, featuring a vibrant new logo with brighter reds and blues, a custom font called Domino’s Sans, alongside a catchy new jingle sung by chart-topping country superstar Shaboozey. The rebrand also includes simplified, colorful pizza box designs with upscale black and gold accents for specialty…

Shaboozey Sings New Jingle For Domino’s As Part Of Their All-New Rebrand

Domino’s unveiled its first major rebrand since 2012 on October 8, featuring a vibrant new logo with brighter reds and blues, a custom font called Domino’s Sans, alongside a catchy new jingle sung by chart-topping country superstar Shaboozey. The rebrand also includes simplified, colorful pizza box designs with upscale black and gold accents for specialty…read more

Alexandra Kay Healed Herself And Recorded A New Album Following A Difficult Divorce

After her painful divorce, country singer Alexandra Kay has embraced a new, stronger version of herself, which she explores in her upcoming sophomore album, Second Wind, which is set for release on October 24 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Reflecting on the difficult experience of ending an 11-year marriage, Kay shares how finding love again…

Alexandra Kay Healed Herself And Recorded A New Album Following A Difficult Divorce

After her painful divorce, country singer Alexandra Kay has embraced a new, stronger version of herself, which she explores in her upcoming sophomore album, Second Wind, which is set for release on October 24 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. Reflecting on the difficult experience of ending an 11-year marriage, Kay shares how finding love again…read more

John Carter Cash Shares Familial Inspiration Behind His New Album, ‘Pineapple John’

John Carter Cash, the 55-year-old Grammy-winning artist and son of Johnny Cash and June Carter, says he found his true voice at 53 with his latest album, Pineapple John, which was released on Friday (October 10) via Avondale Records. Cash calls the project a “melting pot” reflecting his personal experiences and diverse musical influences including…

John Carter Cash Shares Familial Inspiration Behind His New Album, ‘Pineapple John’

John Carter Cash, the 55-year-old Grammy-winning artist and son of Johnny Cash and June Carter, says he found his true voice at 53 with his latest album, Pineapple John, which was released on Friday (October 10) via Avondale Records. Cash calls the project a “melting pot” reflecting his personal experiences and diverse musical influences including…read more

Reba McEntire Blasts AI Photos Of Her Holding Dolly Parton’s Hand In A Hospital Bed

Reba McEntire has officially responded to recent fake AI images showing her holding Dolly Parton’s hand in a hospital bed, and another image featuring herself clutching a sonogram. McEntire humorously dismissed the rumors in an Instagram video where she joins with Parton in blasting the AI photos, "You're out there dying, I'm out here having…

Reba McEntire Blasts AI Photos Of Her Holding Dolly Parton’s Hand In A Hospital Bed

Reba McEntire has officially responded to recent fake AI images showing her holding Dolly Parton’s hand in a hospital bed, and another image featuring herself clutching a sonogram. McEntire humorously dismissed the rumors in an Instagram video where she joins with Parton in blasting the AI photos, “You’re out there dying, I’m out here having…read more

Lady A’s Hillary Scott Says She’s In A “Really Sweet Place” After Having Her Fourth Child

Lady A’s Hillary Scott is joyfully embracing motherhood again after welcoming her fourth child, daughter Selah Jean, on July 25, describing this pregnancy as her easiest yet. Alongside husband Chris Tyrrell, she is adjusting to life with a newborn, while her older daughters – 12-year-old Eisele Kaye and 7-year-old twins Emory JoAnn and Betsy Mack…

Lady A’s Hillary Scott Says She’s In A “Really Sweet Place” After Having Her Fourth Child

Lady A’s Hillary Scott is joyfully embracing motherhood again after welcoming her fourth child, daughter Selah Jean, on July 25, describing this pregnancy as her easiest yet. Alongside husband Chris Tyrrell, she is adjusting to life with a newborn, while her older daughters – 12-year-old Eisele Kaye and 7-year-old twins Emory JoAnn and Betsy Mack…read more

Luke Combs Announces 2026 ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour’

On Thursday (October 9), Luke Combs announced the dates and details of his 2026 My Kinda Saturday Night Tour. The 16-date stadium tour will span North America and Europe while stopping in eight different countries along the way, kicking off on March 21 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and concluding on August 1 at…

Luke Combs Announces 2026 ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour’

On Thursday (October 9), Luke Combs announced the dates and details of his 2026 My Kinda Saturday Night Tour. The 16-date stadium tour will span North America and Europe while stopping in eight different countries along the way, kicking off on March 21 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and concluding on August 1 at…read more

Post Malone Joined By Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn, And Dierks Bentley At Grand Opening Of His Nashville Bar

During Wednesday’s (October 8) grand opening of his Nashville bar, Posty’s, Post Malone surprised fans by performing a series of country classics and being joined by some high-profile special guests. Post performed a special duet of “Nosedive” with Lainey Wilson featured on his chart-topping album, F-1 Trillion, after opening his surprise set with covers of…

Post Malone Joined By Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn, And Dierks Bentley At Grand Opening Of His Nashville Bar

During Wednesday’s (October 8) grand opening of his Nashville bar, Posty’s, Post Malone surprised fans by performing a series of country classics and being joined by some high-profile special guests. Post performed a special duet of “Nosedive” with Lainey Wilson featured on his chart-topping album, F-1 Trillion, after opening his surprise set with covers of…read more

Russell Dickerson’s No. 1 Single, “Happen To Me,” Takes His Career To The Next Level

Russell Dickerson is riding a surge of success with his hit single, "Happen to Me," which spent two weeks at No. 1 and has fueled his sold-out Russellmania Tour. The 38-year-old country star chose an unconventional tour name last year, and even though his manager thought he was a little crazy, Dickerson was seeking something…

Russell Dickerson’s No. 1 Single, “Happen To Me,” Takes His Career To The Next Level

Russell Dickerson is riding a surge of success with his hit single, “Happen to Me,” which spent two weeks at No. 1 and has fueled his sold-out Russellmania Tour. The 38-year-old country star chose an unconventional tour name last year, and even though his manager thought he was a little crazy, Dickerson was seeking something…read more

Sabrina Carpenter Named Variety’s 2025 Hitmaker Of The Year, Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut: “I’m A Lucky Girl!”

Variety has named Sabrina Carpenter as their 2025 Hitmaker of the Year, and will honor her at the ninth annual Hitmakers celebration on December 6 in Los Angeles. Carpenter’s recognition comes amid the success of her seventh studio album, Man’s Best Friend, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and amassed over 180…

Sabrina Carpenter Named Variety’s 2025 Hitmaker Of The Year, Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut: “I’m A Lucky Girl!”

Variety has named Sabrina Carpenter as their 2025 Hitmaker of the Year, and will honor her at the ninth annual Hitmakers celebration on December 6 in Los Angeles. Carpenter’s recognition comes amid the success of her seventh studio album, Man’s Best Friend, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and amassed over 180…read more

Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan And More Taking Part In Alan Jackson’s Farewell Show In Nashville

Alan Jackson is set to conclude his legendary touring career with one last blockbuster concert, Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale, on June 27 at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium. Joining him will be a star-studded lineup featuring Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Jon Pardi, Carrie…

Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan And More Taking Part In Alan Jackson’s Farewell Show In Nashville

Alan Jackson is set to conclude his legendary touring career with one last blockbuster concert, Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale, on June 27 at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium. Joining him will be a star-studded lineup featuring Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Jon Pardi, Carrie…read more

Darius Rucker Is Engaged To Emily Deahl

Darius Rucker announced his engagement to singer and influencer Emily Deahl on Wednesday (October 8), sharing a heartfelt Instagram post that includes a black-and-white photo of the Hootie & the Blowfish singer down on one knee proposing. “Thank you for showing me a level of happiness I have never known,” the 59-year-old Rucker wrote in…

Darius Rucker Is Engaged To Emily Deahl

Darius Rucker announced his engagement to singer and influencer Emily Deahl on Wednesday (October 8), sharing a heartfelt Instagram post that includes a black-and-white photo of the Hootie & the Blowfish singer down on one knee proposing. “Thank you for showing me a level of happiness I have never known,” the 59-year-old Rucker wrote in…read more

Zach Bryan Says Controversy Surrounding His ‘Misconstrued’ New Song, “Bad News,” Proves How ‘Divided We All Are’

Zach Bryan has addressed the controversy surrounding his new song, “Bad News.” The track sparked polarized reactions earlier this week after he shared a snippet of the track on Instagram that featured lyrics criticizing ICE and the state of America, with both the White House and Homeland Security condemning it. Bryan clarified in an Instagram…

Zach Bryan Says Controversy Surrounding His ‘Misconstrued’ New Song, “Bad News,” Proves How ‘Divided We All Are’

Zach Bryan has addressed the controversy surrounding his new song, “Bad News.” The track sparked polarized reactions earlier this week after he shared a snippet of the track on Instagram that featured lyrics criticizing ICE and the state of America, with both the White House and Homeland Security condemning it. Bryan clarified in an Instagram…read more

Dolly Parton Reassures Fans That She Is “OK” Amid Health Issues: “Do I Look Sick To You?!”

On Wednesday (October 8), Dolly Parton shared a video on Instagram where she addressed rumors about her recent health issues. The 79-year-old country star reassured fans that she is doing “OK” despite some ongoing health problems that caused her to postpone her upcoming Las Vegas residency. “I know lately, everybody thinks that I am sicker…

Dolly Parton Reassures Fans That She Is “OK” Amid Health Issues: “Do I Look Sick To You?!”

On Wednesday (October 8), Dolly Parton shared a video on Instagram where she addressed rumors about her recent health issues. The 79-year-old country star reassured fans that she is doing “OK” despite some ongoing health problems that caused her to postpone her upcoming Las Vegas residency. “I know lately, everybody thinks that I am sicker…read more

Bunnie XO Opens Up About Challenges Of Parenting, Says “Having A Teenager Is Not For The Weak”

During an interview with Today on Monday (October 6), Dumb Blonde podcast host Bunnie XO, stepmother to husband Jelly Roll’s two children, Noah Buddy (9) and Bailee Ann (17), candidly described the challenges of parenting teens. She admits that raising a child between 13 and 17 is “not for the weak.” “I tell everybody this:…

Bunnie XO Opens Up About Challenges Of Parenting, Says “Having A Teenager Is Not For The Weak”

During an interview with Today on Monday (October 6), Dumb Blonde podcast host Bunnie XO, stepmother to husband Jelly Roll’s two children, Noah Buddy (9) and Bailee Ann (17), candidly described the challenges of parenting teens. She admits that raising a child between 13 and 17 is “not for the weak.” “I tell everybody this:…read more

Cody Johnson Cancels All Remaining 2025 Shows Due To Needing “Immediate Surgery”

On Tuesday (October 7), Cody Johnson announced that he has to cancel all of his remaining 2025 shows due to a ruptured eardrum that requires immediate surgery, which will prevent him from singing for several weeks. “It is with a very heavy heart I have to share the remainder of this year’s concert performances will…

Cody Johnson Cancels All Remaining 2025 Shows Due To Needing “Immediate Surgery”

On Tuesday (October 7), Cody Johnson announced that he has to cancel all of his remaining 2025 shows due to a ruptured eardrum that requires immediate surgery, which will prevent him from singing for several weeks. “It is with a very heavy heart I have to share the remainder of this year’s concert performances will…read more

Morgan Wallen’s “What I Want” Becomes His Second 20-Week No. 1 On Hot Country Songs Chart

Morgan Wallen has made history by becoming the first solo artist to achieve two 20-week runs at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs charts, as his current hit collaboration, “What I Want” featuring Tate McRae, joins 2023’s “Last Night” in this elite group. “What I Want” marks only the 10th song in the chart’s…

Morgan Wallen’s “What I Want” Becomes His Second 20-Week No. 1 On Hot Country Songs Chart

Morgan Wallen has made history by becoming the first solo artist to achieve two 20-week runs at No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs charts, as his current hit collaboration, “What I Want” featuring Tate McRae, joins 2023’s “Last Night” in this elite group. “What I Want” marks only the 10th song in the chart’s…read more

Megan Moroney And Ed Sheeran Play Secret Show Together In New York

Megan Moroney and Ed Sheeran got together for a surprise pop-up show at Brooklyn’s KidSuper on Monday night (October 6), where the duo traded songs in an intimate performance that thrilled fans and sparked calls for a future collaboration from the two music superstars. Sheeran shared a clip from the event on Instagram, while captioning…

Megan Moroney And Ed Sheeran Play Secret Show Together In New York

Megan Moroney and Ed Sheeran got together for a surprise pop-up show at Brooklyn’s KidSuper on Monday night (October 6), where the duo traded songs in an intimate performance that thrilled fans and sparked calls for a future collaboration from the two music superstars. Sheeran shared a clip from the event on Instagram, while captioning…read more

‘You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine’ Tribute Concert Documentary Set For Theatrical Release

Abramorama has acquired North American theatrical rights to You Got Gold – A Celebration of John Prine, a documentary capturing a tribute concert to the late country music legend held at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The show featured performances by Brandi Carlile, Kacey Musgraves, Tyler Childers, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, Bonnie Raitt, Dwight Yoakam, Jason Isbell,…

‘You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine’ Tribute Concert Documentary Set For Theatrical Release

Abramorama has acquired North American theatrical rights to You Got Gold – A Celebration of John Prine, a documentary capturing a tribute concert to the late country music legend held at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The show featured performances by Brandi Carlile, Kacey Musgraves, Tyler Childers, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, Bonnie Raitt, Dwight Yoakam, Jason Isbell,…read more

Zach Bryan Shares Snippet Of New Song, “The Fading Of The Red White And Blue”

On his Instagram page over the weekend, Zach Bryan teased a raw and provocative new song titled, “the fading of the red white and blue.” The track features anti-ICE lyrics and themes critical of the current state of affairs in America, with provocative lyrics like “I’ve got some bad news/ The fading of the red,…

Zach Bryan Shares Snippet Of New Song, “The Fading Of The Red White And Blue”

On his Instagram page over the weekend, Zach Bryan teased a raw and provocative new song titled, “the fading of the red white and blue.” The track features anti-ICE lyrics and themes critical of the current state of affairs in America, with provocative lyrics like “I’ve got some bad news/ The fading of the red,…read more

Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, And Jason Aldean Will Headline CBS New Year’s Eve Special, ‘Nashville’s Big Bash’

On Monday (October 6), CBS announced that Lainey Wilson, Jason Aldean, and Bailey Zimmerman will be the headliners for the network’s annual holiday special, New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash. The event will air from 8 p.m. Dec. 31 to 1:30 a.m. Jan. 1 across Eastern and Pacific time zones, while also streaming live…

Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, And Jason Aldean Will Headline CBS New Year’s Eve Special, ‘Nashville’s Big Bash’

On Monday (October 6), CBS announced that Lainey Wilson, Jason Aldean, and Bailey Zimmerman will be the headliners for the network’s annual holiday special, New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash. The event will air from 8 p.m. Dec. 31 to 1:30 a.m. Jan. 1 across Eastern and Pacific time zones, while also streaming live…read more

Luke Combs Surpasses Garth Brooks As Highest-Certified Country Artist Of All-Time

On Monday (October 6), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) revealed that Luke Combs has surpassed Garth Brooks to become the highest-certified country artist in history. Combs has amassed 168 million combined sales and streams compared to Brooks' 162.5 million, breaking a record that Brooks held for over 20 years. “When my team first…

Luke Combs Surpasses Garth Brooks As Highest-Certified Country Artist Of All-Time

On Monday (October 6), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) revealed that Luke Combs has surpassed Garth Brooks to become the highest-certified country artist in history. Combs has amassed 168 million combined sales and streams compared to Brooks’ 162.5 million, breaking a record that Brooks held for over 20 years. “When my team first…read more