Tim McGraw Says He Passed on “Carrying Your Love With Me” Out of Respect for George Strait
Tim McGraw says he passed on "Carrying Your Love With Me" after learning George Strait had it on hold. He wasn't about to fight the King for a song that clearly belonged to him.
Tim McGraw Says He’s 58 Now and Done Singing About Bikinis and Tailgate Parties
Tim McGraw says he's done singing about bikinis and tailgates at 58. He's not chasing trends. He's making country music that actually means something again.
John Foster Confirms His First Post-Idol Performance Will Happen at Cajun Country Jam in Louisiana
John Foster is making his post-Idol debut this weekend at Cajun Country Jam in Denham Springs, and fans can catch him live with 50 percent off tickets using code FOSTER.
Happy 38th Birthday to Cody Johnson Whose Voice Took Country Back to Its Roots
Cody Johnson turns 38 and proves you don't need to sell out to lead country music. From rodeo grit to CMA wins, he's still doing it his way—boots on, head high.
John Foster Reveals What Comes Next After Finishing Second on American Idol
John Foster finished second on American Idol, but with a heartbreak-fueled debut and real country grit, he's proving why he's the artist to watch next.
Maren Morris Accidentally Ripped Off “9 to 5” and Dolly Parton Handled It Like an Absolute Queen
Maren Morris admitted she accidentally copied Dolly Parton's "9 to 5" and panicked. Dolly's response? Pure class, proving once again why she's untouchable.
John Foster Breaks His Silence on What Really Happened in the Idol Finale
John Foster shuts down fan theories after the American Idol finale, explaining what really happened onstage and why he's at peace with being runner-up.
Breanna Nix Comes in Third on American Idol but Smokes Everyone on iTunes with “Higher”
Breanna Nix may have finished third on American Idol, but she just hit No. 1 on iTunes with "Higher" and proved she's the real winner where it counts.
George Strait Gives Health Update After Fans Spot Something Off During His Show
George Strait's back gave out mid-show in Philly, but he kept singing. He says he has five years left, and country fans everywhere felt the weight of those words.
Alan Jackson Confirms He’s Done Touring but Announces One Final Goodbye Show
Alan Jackson just played his final tour show with no hype, no gimmicks, just pure country. One last show in Nashville is coming, then the cowboy rides off for good.
John Foster May Not Have Won Idol But Country Music Just Found Its Next Big Voice
John Foster may have finished second on American Idol, but with that voice and grit, it's clear country music's next real star has already stepped into the spotlight.
R&B and Soul Singer Jamal Roberts Wins 2025 American Idol and Takes the Crown Home
Mississippi gym teacher Jamal Roberts wins American Idol 2025, beating out country standout John Foster in a finale that showcased heart, grit, and pure talent.
Maren Morris Says She’s Walking the Same Path as Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson
Maren Morris compares herself to Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson, but fans question if she truly understands the weight of the legends she invokes.
This WWII Veteran Just Signed His First Country Record Deal at 100 Years Old
At 100 years old, WWII hero Don Graves just signed a Nashville record deal, turning his incredible life story into country music that's as real as it gets.
Folk Musician John Moreland Says Zach Bryan Was Rude, a D*head, and Not Who You Think
Zach Bryan removed John Moreland from their "Memphis; the Blues" track after a public feud broke out. Moreland didn't hold back. Now, the song and the friendship are gone.
American Idol Was Renewed but Carrie Underwood Might Not Return for the Right Reasons
Carrie Underwood may not return to American Idol next season, but it's not about backlash. She belongs on stage, not behind a desk, and she knows it.
Garth Brooks’ Mississippi Lawsuit Is Over, But the California Case Is Just Getting Started
A Mississippi judge dismissed Garth Brooks' lawsuit against his accuser, but her case in California remains active and is now expected to move forward.
George Strait Says He Has “Five Good Years” Left and It Sounds Like a Goodbye
George Strait says he has "maybe five good years" left to tour, and country fans everywhere are bracing for a world without the King on stage.
Carrie Underwood Faces Idol Backlash After Fans Call Her Critique Rude and Unfair
Carrie Underwood sparks fan backlash after critiquing Jamal Roberts' Idol performance while praising others for doing the same. Viewers call her comments unfair.
George Strait Honors Late Country Legend Johnny Rodriguez With a Heartfelt Tribute
George Strait remembers Johnny Rodriguez as a trailblazer who gave him hope. The South Texas legend and first major Mexican American country star died at 73.
Maren Morris Now Claims She Never Said She Was Leaving Country Music
Maren Morris now says she never left country music, but after years of distancing herself and publicly expressing her discontent, fans aren't buying the sudden backtrack.
Gretchen Wilson Reveals the Health Struggle That Took Her Away From Country Music
Gretchen Wilson opens up about the serious health struggles that sidelined her career, revealing why she stepped away from country music and how she's now making a comeback.
Morgan Wallen Ditches the ACM Awards to Golf With Tom Brady Instead
Morgan Wallen skips the 2025 ACM Awards despite seven nominations, choosing to golf with Tom Brady instead, as he gears up for a new album and stadium tour.
Lainey Wilson Wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco
Lainey Wilson wins Entertainer of the Year for the second year in a row at the 2025 ACM Awards with a heartfelt speech and a nod to her journey from living room dreams to center stage.
Lainey Wilson Wins Album of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards for Whirlwind
Lainey Wilson won Album of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards for Whirlwind. In a heartfelt acceptance speech, she thanked her band, producer Jay Joyce, and fans.
Lainey Wilson Wins Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards
Lainey Wilson wins Female Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards in Frisco with a powerful speech and back-to-back victories that mark a defining moment.
Ella Langley and Riley Green Win ACM Single of the Year with a Song That Doesn’t Play by the Rules
Ella Langley and Riley Green win ACM Single of the Year for "You Look Like You Love Me," proving that country's boldest moments still come from breaking the rules.
Brooks & Dunn Wins Duo of the Year at 2025 ACM Awards
Brooks & Dunn win Duo of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, delivering heartfelt thanks and a bit of rowdy charm during a night that honored both legacy and longevity.
Chris Stapleton Wins Male Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards
Chris Stapleton wins Male Artist of the Year at the 2025 ACM Awards, dedicates the award to late friend Ben Vaughn in a heartfelt speech.
Old Dominion Wins Group of the Year at 2025 ACM Awards, Makes History with Eighth Straight Win
Old Dominion wins Group of the Year for the eighth straight time at the 2025 ACM Awards, extending their record and honoring Rascal Flatts in a heartfelt speech.