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Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood & More to Perform at The 56th Annual CMA Awards
by Michael Major - October 25, 2022 Offering a mix of first-time nominees, along with reigning CMA Awards winners, artists taking the stage for performances this year include Jimmie Allen, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Kelly Clarkson, HARDY, Marcus King, Miranda Lambert, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson, an...
Bailey Zimmerman Shatters Records With Biggest Streaming Country Debut Ever
by Michael Major - October 24, 2022 Bailey Zimmerman has made history. His very first full-length release, Leave The Light On, is not only the most-streamed all-genre debut of the year, but also the biggest streaming country debut of all time. The EP arrived at No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and No. 9 on the all-genre B...
Beyoncé, Taylor Swift & More Nominated For American Music Awards - Full List of Nominations
by Michael Major - October 13, 2022 Reigning Favorite Male Latin Artist Bad Bunny is this year’s most-nominated artist with eight nods. Powerhouses Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are the most-nominated female artists with six nominations. Close behind with five nominations each are Adele, Harry Styles, and The Weeknd, including Artist of th...
Hardy Announces Headline 'the mockingbird & THE CROW' Tour
by Michael Major - October 11, 2022 Joined by country chart-topper Jameson Rodgers and rock newcomers Blame My Youth for the trek, the thoughtfully curated lineup is an extension of HARDY's just-announced sophomore record of the same name. Melding together sets from an upstart country star, a hard-charged rock act, and a headliner kno...
Mike Ryan Announces Grand Ole Opry Debut
by Michael Major - October 03, 2022 The special performance will take place following the release of his highly-anticipated album Longcut due out on Oct. 28th. Mike’s Opry debut and his fourth studio album Longcut mark a decade of building his career independently as a critically-acclaimed songwriter with songs that have garnered over...
Photos: iHeartRadio Music Festival Returns to Las Vegas For 2022 Event
by Michael Major - September 26, 2022 Check out photos from inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas with unforgettable performances over the span of two days by Avril Lavigne, Black Eyed Peas, Halsey, Lionel Richie, LL COOL J feat. DJ Z-Trip, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Megan Thee Stallion, Morgan Wallen, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Pitbull, S...
Ashley Gorley Honored as NSAI's 'Songwriter of the Decade'
by Michael Major - September 21, 2022 Gorley was also decorated with 'Songwriter of the Year' and two 'Songs I Wish I'd Written'' awards for “You Should Probably Leave” recorded by Chris Stapleton and “Sand In My Boots” recorded by Morgan Wallen. The 5th Annual Nashville Songwriter Awards presented by City National Bank was stacked with...
Larry Fleet Tacks Two More Stops Onto the One for the Road Tour
by Michael Major - September 19, 2022 Fleet will be hitting Bristol, Tenn. and Macon, Ga. in early November with opener Shelby Darrall. Fresh off his first weekend of the headline stint in the heart of the Midwest, Fleet is flying high touting packed out nights in Omaha, Neb., and Bloomington, Ill., and a sold-out show in Des Moines, Io...
The 2022 iHeartRadio Festival Announces Lineup of Celebrity Performers and Presenters
by Michael Major - September 19, 2022 Celebrity presenters for the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival include Alexis Mateo and Coco Montrese from RuPaul’s Drag Race, Ben Higgins, Bethany Joy Lenz, Drew Sidora, Dixie D'Amelio, Hayley Kiyoko, Hilarie Burton, JAX, Jennie Garth, Kristin Cavallari, Kyle Richards, Lance Bass, Leslie Jones, Lisa ...
Mike Ryan Announces First New Album in Five Years
by Michael Major - September 06, 2022 Longcut ushers in an elevated sonic edge that signals growth for the artist and songwriter, confidently embracing his musical sensibilities and expanding his depth and craft as a songwriter. The 13-song collection is a masterful combination of up-tempo tracks that kick harder and ballads that pack ...
Pitbull to Open The 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival
by Michael Major - September 06, 2022 This year, the epic two-day event will be hosted by Ryan Seacrest and will feature performances by Avril Lavigne, Black Eyed Peas, Halsey, Lionel Richie, LL COOL J feat. DJ Z-Trip, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Megan Thee Stallion, Morgan Wallen, Nicki Minaj, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Pitbull, Sam Smi...
Hardy Announces December Headline 'Wall to Wall' Tour
by Michael Major - August 22, 2022 Big Loud mold breaker HARDY is ready to headline, announcing his Wall to Wall Tour launching December 1 in Athens, Ga. Joined by gravel-voiced newcomer Jackson Dean for the entirety of the winter run, the hard hitting double shot of country rockers will pack out famed venues across the southeast....
ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC HONORS to Make Its FOX Debut
by Michael Major - August 10, 2022 The all-star event, dubbed “Country Music industry’s favorite night,” will recognize several special honorees, including ACM Triple Crown Award recipient Miranda Lambert, ACM Spirit Award recipient Chris Stapleton, ACM Poet’s Award recipient Shania Twain, ACM Milestone Award recipient Morgan Wallen ...
Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils Artist Lineup
by Michael Major - August 10, 2022 Each of SIP’s destination experiences features some of Music City's most accomplished songwriters performing intimate 'Bluebird Cafe' style acoustic shows each evening. This year’s featured venues in Cabo San Lucas include Bahia Hotel, Sur Beach House and Bar Esquina. Check out the full lineup now!...
Ernest Announces First-Ever Headlining 'Sucker for Small Towns' Tour
by Michael Major - August 08, 2022 ERNEST announces his first-ever headlining Sucker For Small Towns Tour. Kicking off in Birmingham, Ala. on October 6 and continuing through mid-November, the singer/songwriter brings Flower Shops (The Album) and more selects from his catalog to the road. Jake Worthington, Lauren Watkins, and Noah Hi...
CJ Solar Announces First Full-Length Album
by Michael Major - July 11, 2022 CJ co-wrote all nine tracks on the album and partnered with Devon Barker, Kenton Bryant, Bart Butler, Frankie Courtney, Corey Crowder, Jackson Dean, Bob DiPiero, Aaron Eshius, Jeff Garrison, Blake Griffith, Michael Hardy (HARDY), Joey Hyde, Lynn Hutton, Jason Lehning, Jim McCormick, Billy Montana, a...
Kameron Marlowe Announces Debut Album 'We Were Cowboys'
by Michael Major - July 08, 2022 The title track, “We Were Cowboys,” is available now. Written by Marlowe, Wyatt McCubbin and chart-topping singer/songwriter Tyler Farr, the song is about the unbridled confidence and fervor for life that comes with childhood. The nostalgic, dream-like track is grounded by Marlowe’s recognizable str...
VIDEO: Larry Fleet Shares Live Performance Video of Unreleased Track 'Having a Girl'
by Michael Major - June 20, 2022 Just in time for Father's Day, Big Loud's soulful entertainer Larry Fleet is treating fans to a surprise live performance video of unreleased heart-warmer, “Having A Girl,” shot at renowned Nashville recording studio Welcome to 1979. Watch the new performance video now!...
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam Draws Record Crowds Over Four Days
by Michael Major - June 10, 2022 Over 10,600 fans visited Frank Brown Park in beautiful Panama City Beach Thursday night to see Brett Young, Jameson Rodgers, Niko Moon and Casi Joy. Friday night drew over 21,000 for Old Dominion, Gary Allan, Jordan Davis, Randy Rodgers Band, Tyler Rich, Ryan Griffin, Tigirlily, and Presley & Taylor...
iHeartRadio Announces 2022 iHeartRadio Music Festival Lineup
by Michael Major - June 07, 2022 This year, the epic two-day lineup for the iHeartRadio Music Festival main stage will feature performances by Avril Lavigne, Black Eyed Peas, Halsey, Lionel Richie, LL Cool J feat. DJ Z-Trip, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Megan Thee Stallion, Morgan Wallen, Nicki Minaj, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, Sam S...
Taylor Swift, BTS & More Win Billboard Music Award - Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - May 16, 2022 Host Sean “Diddy” Combs was joined by today’s Billboard chart-topping artists for exhilarating performances, empowering moments, and historic wins. Eight on-air awards were given out, in addition to the earlier non-broadcast categories, and Olivia Rodrigo took home the most trophies of the night wit...
Non-Televised Award Winners Announced for 2022 Billboard Music Awards
by Marissa Tomeo - May 15, 2022 Ahead of tonight’s “2022 Billboard Music Awards” (BBMAs), MRC and NBC announced the first group of winners. The BBMAs honor the year’s top performing artists on the Billboard Charts in 62 categories across all genres of music. ...
Ed Sheeran, Becky G & More Announced for Billboard Music Awards
by Michael Major - May 09, 2022 These artists round out an already star-studded lineup of previously announced performers including Burna Boy, Florence + The Machine, Latto, Maxwell, Megan Thee Stallion, Morgan Wallen, Rauw Alejandro, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Silk Sonic. The show will also honor this year’s Icon Award recipient ...
Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils 2022 Dates and Initial Lineup
by Michael Major - May 05, 2022 Lineup includes Jedd Hughes (Patty Loveless, Little Big Town, Sarah Jarosz, Emmylou Harris & Rodney Crowell), David Ryan Harris (John Mayer, Dave Matthews, Santana), Mark Bryan (Hootie & the Blowfish), Patrick Davis (Guy Clark, Jimmy Buffett, Jewel, Pat Green, Lady A. Morgan Wallen), Americana favor...
Silk Sonic, Florence + The Machine & More Announced to Perform at the Billboard Music Awards
by Michael Major - April 29, 2022 NBC has announced that Florence + The Machine, Maxwell, Morgan Wallen, and Silk Sonic will hit the stage to perform at the “2022 Billboard Music Awards” (BBMAs). Hosted by music mogul and global superstar Sean “DIDDY'' Combs, the evening will honor the year’s top performing artists on the Billboard ... |