Zach Top Wins ACM New Male Artist of the Year and Country Might Just Be Back on Track
Zach Top wins ACM New Male Artist of the Year ahead of the ceremony, proving that country music with steel guitars and real stories still has a place on the main stage.
Kellie Pickler’s Court Battle With Her Late Husband’s Family Fully Explained
Kellie Pickler's court battle with her late husband Kyle Jacobs' parents is heating up, with disputes over personal property, subpoenas, and no resolution in sight.
2025 ACM Performer Lineup Grows With Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, and Wynonna Judd
The 2025 ACM Awards added Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, and Wynonna Judd to its performer lineup.
The 2025 AMAs Nominated Beyoncé for Country and Snubbed Cody Johnson and Miranda Lambert
Beyoncé scored two AMA country nominations for an album she says isn't country, while Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, and Zach Top were snubbed entirely.
Maren Morris Turned to Taylor Swift and The Chicks for Advice on Leaving Country Music
Before stepping away from country music, Maren Morris turned to Taylor Swift and The Chicks for advice on surviving the fallout—and then she lit her own path.
Duck Dynasty’s Uncle Phil and Miss Kay Robertson Are Back Together After Months Apart
Duck Dynasty's Phil and Miss Kay Robertson reunite in a care facility after months apart due to health issues, bringing relief, laughter, and a bit of chaos.
Carrie Underwood Fought for American Idol’s Easter Episode When Others Said It Was “Inappropriate”
Carrie Underwood championed American Idol's first-ever faith-based Easter episode despite behind-the-scenes pushback, proving that faith still has a place in the spotlight.
Pope Francis, the First Pope from the Americas, Dies at 88 After Easter Weekend
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a humble, reform-minded leader of 1.3 billion Catholics, died at 88 on Easter Monday, leaving behind a deeply changed Church.
Meet the Broadway Star Taking On the Role of Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner’s Daughter Musical
Two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster steps into Loretta Lynn's boots for the Broadway-bound Coal Miner's Daughter—with fire, grit, and the family's full blessing.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Is Struggling to Sell Out on Opening Night
Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour struggles to fill seats, and country fans aren't surprised. Her genre crossover isn't selling out stadiums — or winning over the roots crowd.
Morgan Wallen and Post Malone Drop “I Ain’t Comin’ Back” And It’s Already a Chart Monster
Morgan Wallen and Post Malone team up again for "I Ain't Comin' Back," a gritty breakup anthem that doubles down on their chart-topping chemistry without playing it safe.
Riley Green’s Moment With a Young Fan Is Melting Hearts Everywhere
Riley Green shared a sweet moment with 2-year-old fan Hadley during a meet-and-greet in Texas, creating a viral memory that's warming hearts everywhere.
Garth Brooks Is Grieving Someone Who Meant Everything to Him
Garth Brooks mourns the death of songwriter Larry Bastian, his mentor and friend who helped write "Unanswered Prayers" and shaped the start of his career.
Lorrie Morgan Cancels All April Shows as Husband Faces Major Health Crisis
Lorrie Morgan cancels all April concerts as her husband Randy White faces a major health crisis, with Pam Tillis stepping in for tour dates.
‘American Idol’ Favorite Doug Kiker’s Cause of Death Has Been Revealed
Doug Kiker, the former American Idol contestant known as "The Singing Garbage Man," died at 32 from an accidental overdose, officials have confirmed.
George Strait Rolled Up to Dairy Queen and Left One Worker Shaking With Excitement
What happens when George Strait casually pulls into a Texas Dairy Queen? One worker found out, and the photo that followed lit up the internet.
Jelly Roll Couldn’t Hold It Together Watching His Daughter Leave for Prom
Jelly Roll broke down in tears as he watched his daughter Bailee leave for prom in a moment that showed the softer side of country music's toughest voice.
Kelly Clarkson Just Sang Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow” Like It Was Always Hers
Kelly Clarkson reignited Kacey Musgraves' Follow Your Arrow with a powerful Kellyoke cover that turned a country anthem into a personal mission statement.
Miranda Lambert’s CMA and ACM Snubs Have People Talking And the Theories Are Spicy
Miranda Lambert isn’t winning country music awards like she used to and fans are asking why as theories point to label changes, ageism, and shifting industry focus.
Thomas Rhett Breaks His Ankle Mid-Entrance and Leaves Stage in a Wheelchair
Thomas Rhett broke his ankle on his way to the stage at a Forrest Frank concert but still performed like a pro and left the crowd cheering throughout.
Parents of Kellie Pickler’s Late Husband Demand Answers About His Cremation
Kellie Pickler is facing a legal battle with her late husband Kyle Jacobs' parents over his estate and cremation records as tensions escalate in court filings.
Justin Moore Says “Thank God President Trump Is Back” and He’s Done Apologizing
Justin Moore praised Trump's return during a live show and said he is done apologizing for his beliefs, proving he is not here to play it safe in country music.
Willie Nelson’s New Song Is Out and He’s Still Showing the Kids How It’s Done
Willie Nelson drops "Banks of the Old Bandera" at 91, proving once again he's not done teaching—he's just getting louder about what matters in country.
American Idol Hopeful Claims Carrie Underwood Turned Her Down Over Taylor Swift Ties
Presley Cash claims Carrie Underwood rejected her on American Idol because of her ties to Taylor Swift—but the truth behind the drama may not be so simple.
Wynonna and Ashley Judd Expose Family Secrets in New Lifetime Documentary
A raw, unfiltered look at The Judds' legacy, Truth Be Told reveals family trauma, buried secrets, and the emotional cost of fame in country music's most iconic dynasty.
Keith Urban’s Daughter Sunday Rose Is a Magazine Model Now and the Photos Are Stunning
Sunday Rose Kidman Urban is turning heads on runways and in magazines, but her modeling debut proves she's more than Nicole and Keith's daughter—she's a rising star in her own right.
“You Can’t Fake It” Ed Sheeran’s Country Dream Is About Roots Not Hits
Ed Sheeran's country plan isn't about chart-toppers. It's about heritage, honesty, and a lifelong respect for the music that shaped his soul.
Ed Sheeran Knows Real Country Doesn’t Come With a Fake Accent
Ed Sheeran isn't putting on a twang. His country move is deeper than trend-chasing. It's personal, intentional, and rooted in something real.
‘Dennis the Menace’ Star Jay North Dies at 73
Jay North, the child actor who starred as Dennis Mitchell on CBS's Dennis the Menace, has died at 73 at his Florida home after a battle with cancer.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Family Gives Heartbreaking New Update on Phil Robertson’s Alzheimer’s Battle
The Robertson family shares an emotional update on Phil Robertson's Alzheimer's battle, revealing his rapid decline, moments of confusion, and the spark that remains.