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Country Music Association's CMA Fest Reveals Initial 2022 Lineup
by Michael Major - April 12, 2022 Taking the nightly Nissan Stadium stage this year are Country Music superstars Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Russell Dickerson, Alan Jackson, Lady A, Parker McCollum, Carly Pearce, Thomas Rhett, Darius Rucker, Cole Swindell, Carrie...
Olivia Rodrigo, Lil Nas X & More Win iHeartRadio Music Awards; Full List of Winners
by Michael Major - March 23, 2022 Olivia Rodrigo, Lil Nas X, Silk Sonic, Dua Lipa and more took home iHeartRadio Music Awards last night. Hosted by LL Cool J, the iHeartRadio Music Awards honored the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2021, while also offering a preview of the up...
Parker McCollum Scores Second Consecutive #1 Single on Billboard
by Michael Major - March 14, 2022 The track immediately resonated with fans and skyrocketed up the charts since its release. In addition to landing his second career #1, Parker also made a childhood dream come true by performing to a sold out crowd at the famed RODEOHOUSTON this past weekend selling over 73,000 tickets....
Parker McCollum Releases 'Carrying Your Love With Me'
by Michael Major - March 11, 2022 This has been a big week for McCollum – attending his very first ACM Awards show and taking home the trophy for New Male Artist of the Year at the ceremony held in Las Vegas before taking the stage to perform his song, “Pretty Heart.” Tomorrow night, McCollum will be making a dream come true as he m...
William Beckmann Shares Latin Love Song 'Danced All Night Long'
by Michael Major - March 09, 2022 Raised on classic country as well as the mariachi and Norteño sounds of northern Mexico, Beckmann sings with a timeless baritone as he switches between Spanish and English lyrics. “Danced All Night Long” takes place in a cantina located in Acuña, Mexico, and it was featured this morning at American ...
VIDEO: Kaitlin Butts Debuts Acoustic Performance Video for 'Blood'
by Michael Major - February 23, 2022 Singer, songwriter and musician Kaitlin Butts is debuting a new acoustic performance video for her song “blood” today. Filmed by Fernando Garcia, the video also features special guest Kurt Ozan (Luke Combs, Michael Ray) on Dobro. Co-written with Angaleena Presley, “blood” is the first song unveiled ...
VIDEO: Chris Daughtry Joins 'How I Wrote That Song'
by Michael Major - February 04, 2022 In this episode, Daughtry, who reached the final four on American Idol (Season 5) and formed the band, Daughtry, dives into his awe-inspiring career and the creative process behind some of his biggest hits. Listeners can tune in to hear the journey behind Daughtry’s musical development from writing ...
Ariana Grande, Adele & More Nominated for iHeartRadio Music Awards - See the Full List of Nominations
by Michael Major - January 27, 2022 Artists receiving multiple nominations include Justin Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Giveon, Lil Nas X, Silk Sonic, The Kid LAROI, SZA, Drake, Ed Sheeran, Megan Thee Stallion, Måneskin, Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean, Billie Eilish, BTS, David Guetta, Tate McRae, Ariana Grande, Daniel Caesar, The Wee...
Mooski's HOW I WROTE THAT SONG Launches Today
by A.A. Cristi - November 15, 2021 BMI, Beasley Media Group and Xperi's HD Radio Technology present the eighth installment of BMI's signature series, “How I Wrote That Song,” today featuring breakout songwriter/rapper, Mooski. ...
Oak Felder's HOW I WROTE THAT SONG (R) Launches
by A.A. Cristi - November 02, 2021 BMI (Broadcast Music Inc), Beasley Media Group and Xperi's HD Radio Technology present the seventh installment of BMI's signature series, “How I Wrote That Song,” today featuring accomplished producer/songwriter, Oak Felder. In this installment, Felder, who has written and produced with superstars s...
Parker McCollum Announced as Apple Music Up Next Artist
by Michael Major - October 20, 2021 Apple Music today announced Texas singer/songwriter Parker McCollum as the latest addition to its Up Next program, Apple Music's monthly artist initiative geared towards identifying, showcasing and elevating rising talent. Plus, Apple has released a New Next Up short film!...
William Beckmann Shares Anguished New Single 'In The Dark'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 12, 2021 The video was featured yesterday at CMT, who praised the way Beckmann “delves into the anguish, confusion and mystery left in the wake of a fizzled romance.” ...
'How I Wrote That Song' Series Launches With BMI
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 09, 2021 Each episode of the 12-part series will give audiences an insider’s look into the creative process of writing and producing hit songs as well as the stories behind them....
Mile 0 Fest Key West Confirms First Round of Artists For 2022
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 23, 2021 Founded in 2017, Mile 0 Fest Key West brings the best of Americana and Red Dirt Music to the island paradise for five days of full-band performances, acoustic jam sessions and songwriter swaps from over eighty legendary, established, and emerging artists. We've got the full line-up for 2022. ...
Born & Raised Music Festival Announces Daily Lineups, BBQ Pitmasters & VIP Acoustic Sets
by TV News Desk - July 19, 2021 Born & Raised will also feature The BBQ Ranch, curated by legendary Pitmaster Wayne Mueller. Located within the festival grounds, this smokehouse experience will feature cooking demonstrations, a full cash bar, and mouth-watering smoked meat....
Flatland Cavalry's New Album 'Welcome to Countryland' Out Today
by TV News Desk - July 02, 2021 Flatland Cavalry is ready to make their mark on the country music landscape, exploring some of life’s most universal themes with their own unique sense of storytelling and musicianship. ...
William Beckmann Releases New Music Video For His Slow-Burn Single 'Bourbon Whiskey'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 01, 2021 William Beckmann sings in a timeless baritone, delivering a blend of vintage country, Americana, and Latin music with a captivating, slow-burning intensity....
Flatland Cavalry's 'A Cowboy Knows How' Debuts Today
by TV News Desk - June 25, 2021 Ahead of the release, the band has shared four additional album tracks: “Life Without You” featuring Kaitlin Butts, “No Ace In The Hole,” “Gettin’ By” and “Some Things Never Change.”...
Born & Raised Music Festival Announces 2021 Inaugural Lineup
by Sarah Jae Leiber - June 02, 2021 Presale passes for Born & Raised will be available beginning Saturday, June 5th at 10am Central Time via Tunespeak....
Parker McCollum Releases 'To Be Loved By You' Music Video
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 14, 2021 MCA Nashville’s Parker McCollum premieres the video for his new single “To Be Loved By You” today,...
Parker McCollum Earns First Country Radio #1 With 'Pretty Heart'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - December 21, 2020 MCA Nashville’s exciting newcomer Parker McCollum earns his first No.1 on the Billboard and Mediabase country airplay charts this week with his debut single “Pretty Heart.”...
Parker McCollum Notches Highest-Selling Debut EP for 2020
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 26, 2020 Fresh off the RIAA Gold certification for his Top 10 hit “Pretty Heart,” MCA Nashville’s Parker McCollum earns the highest-selling debut EP of 2020 with the release of his new project Hollywood Gold. ...
Parker McCollum Set To Release New EP 'Hollywood Gold' October 16
by A.A. Cristi - September 28, 2020 MCA Nashville's rising star Parker McCollum announces today he will release his new EP, Hollywood Gold, October 16. Parker co-wrote five of the six songs on Hollywood Gold including the previously released track “Young Man's Blues” as well as his current Top 15 single “Pretty Heart.” Hollywood Gold ...
CMT Reveals 2020 'Listen Up' List
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 24, 2020 Today, CMT revealed the 17 artists to watch in its much-anticipated 2020 LISTEN UP campaign, which recognizes and supports country music's most promising newcomers across CMT platforms. The year-long initiative raises awareness for new artists via support for their music and videos across CMT and CM...
Hot Country Knights Signs Worldwide Recording Contract with Universal Music Group Nashville
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 02, 2020 The '90s influenced country band Hot Country Knights has inked a worldwide recording deal with Universal Music Group Nashville (UMGN), it was announced today. Teaming with imprint Capitol Records Nashville, the Knights are promising to bring real '90s country music back to a format that's been drown... |