Riley Green Reveals Why Keeping Songs Simple Has Been the Secret to His Success
Riley Green says keeping songs simple has fueled his success, earning him four 2025 CMA nominations and proving timeless storytelling still wins in country.
Remembering Jimmie Rodgers on His Birthday as the Father of Country Music Born in 1897 in Mississippi
Born in 1897, Jimmie Rodgers became the Father of Country Music with hits like "Blue Yodel." On his birthday, his groundbreaking voice still echoes today.
Remembering Patsy Cline on Her Birthday and the Lasting Inspiration of the Icon Born in 1932
Born in 1932, Patsy Cline changed country music with hits like "Crazy" and "I Fall to Pieces." On her birthday, her voice still inspires generations.
Ella Langley Reveals Her Famous Bangs Came From a Backstage Haircut Disaster
Ella Langley admits her viral bangs came from a panic haircut gone wrong, a mistake before a show that turned into her trademark look in country music.
Dolly Parton Helps Zac Brown Band Tell a Healing Story of Pain and Hope in New Song “Butterfly”
Dolly Parton and Zac Brown Band's new duet "Butterfly" is a soul-stirring anthem about healing, hope, and finding the strength to fly again.
Jason Aldean’s No. 1 Hit ‘Lights Come On’ Almost Belonged to Another Country Star
Jason Aldean's smash hit "Lights Come On" was written for Florida Georgia Line, but as Taste of Country reported, a last-minute twist made it his No. 1 anthem.
George Strait Saved the Song Everyone in Nashville Wanted to Erase for Its Controversial Lyric
George Strait turned "You Know Me Better Than That" into a No. 1 hit after Nashville tried to erase its "fat" lyric, proving honesty and grit still win in country.
Toby Keith’s Daughter Krystal Honors Her Father With “Don’t Let the Old Man In” at Tribute Show
Krystal Keith delivered an emotional performance of "Don't Let the Old Man In" at the Toby Keith: American Icon tribute in Nashville, honoring her late father's legacy with raw love and strength.
Carrie Underwood Honors Vince Gill With a Stunning Cover of “Go Rest High on That Mountain”
Carrie Underwood honored Vince Gill with a soul-shaking performance of "Go Rest High on That Mountain," leaving the country legend in tears during his CMT tribute.
Alan Jackson Fights Back Tears in Emotional CMA Tribute From Carrie Underwood, Dierks Bentley, and Others
Alan Jackson fought back tears as Carrie Underwood, Dierks Bentley, Jon Pardi, and Lainey Wilson honored him with an unforgettable CMA tribute, cementing his honky tonk legacy.
Dolly Parton Joins Lainey Wilson for a Breathtaking Rendition of “I Will Always Love You”
Dolly Parton and Lainey Wilson stunned fans with a powerful "I Will Always Love You" duet at Dolly's Pet Gala, blending generations of country greatness into one unforgettable moment.
Remembering Kitty Wells and How She Became Country Music’s First Female Superstar
Remembering Kitty Wells, the first female superstar of country music. From breaking barriers with "It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels" to paving the way for Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton, her legacy still shapes country today.
Who Owns the Grand Ole Opry and How the Iconic Stage First Came to Be
Who owns the Grand Ole Opry now? Take a look back at its roots, its rise to fame, and the legacy that still defines country music 100 years later.
These Famous Country Artists Shockingly Aren’t Members of the Grand Ole Opry Yet
From George Strait to Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, and Willie Nelson, some of country's biggest legends still aren't members of the Grand Ole Opry.
Clint Black’s Daughter Lily Pearl Has Grown Up Before Our Eyes and Here’s the Life She’s Living Now
Clint Black's daughter Lily Pearl Black has grown from a Nashville kid into a rising artist with her own voice, style, and country story. See the life she's living now.
Do Artists Earn Money Performing at the Grand Ole Opry and How Do They Become Members
Do artists get paid to perform at the Grand Ole Opry? The truth behind the $140 paycheck, the strict rules of membership, and why the honor still means more than money in Nashville.
Doctors Told Randy Travis’ Wife to “Pull the Plug” but She Chose to Fight for His Recovery
Mary Travis refused to let doctors pull the plug on Randy Travis after his 2013 stroke, fighting for his life with faith, grit, and unshakable love.
Get to Know Randy Travis’ Wife Mary, Who Refused to Give Up on Him
Meet Mary Travis, the Texas woman who refused to give up on Randy Travis after his stroke and became the quiet strength behind the country legend's survival and legacy.
LeAnn Rimes Stuns with Her Rendition of “Unchained Melody” at Just 14 Years Old
At just 14, LeAnn Rimes stunned the world with a chilling rendition of "Unchained Melody," proving she wasn't just a prodigy but a once-in-a-generation country voice.
The Heartbreaking Childhood Story of Shania Twain Filled With Violence and Fear No Child Should Ever Endure
Before fame, Shania Twain lived through a violent childhood of abuse, hunger, and fear. Her story of survival shows why every song she sings carries the weight of scars and strength.
Shania Twain’s Real Name Proves She Was Someone Else Long Before Country Stardom
Shania Twain was born Eilleen Regina Edwards, and her real name tells the story of a tough childhood, survival, and the fire that built the Queen of Country before the fame.
Reba McEntire’s First Marriage to Charlie Battles Was Short-Lived but Left a Lasting Mark on Her Journey
Reba McEntire's first marriage to rodeo star Charlie Battles was short-lived, filled with control and clashes, but it forged the grit that helped shape the Queen of Country's legendary career.
Shania Twain Says She Couldn’t Bring Herself to Sing “You’re Still the One” After Her Divorce
Shania Twain admits she once couldn't sing "You're Still the One" after her messy divorce, but now she's taken the song back for her fans.
Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton Drop a 1970s-Inspired Music Video for “A Song to Sing”
Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton channel Kenny and Dolly in their 1970s-inspired music video for "A Song to Sing," complete with disco lights, vintage style, and jewelry from the legends' estates.
Lainey Wilson Candidly Admits What She Misses Most in Life Now That She’s a Country Superstar
Lainey Wilson reveals the one thing she misses most as a country superstar and why it fuels her to give fans everything she's got night after night.
John Foster Proves Traditional Country Is Alive at the Opry With His Version of ‘Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes’
At the Opry, John Foster delivered George Jones' "Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes" and proved traditional country isn't dead. Fans say he's the one to carry the torch.
Kenny Rogers Candidly Recalled Growing Up Poor in His Last Appearance Before Saying Goodbye
In his final interview, Kenny Rogers opened up about growing up poor in Houston projects, proving his rise from struggle was the gamble that paid off.
Post Malone Reveals His 3-Year-Old Daughter Can’t Get Enough of George Strait and Steel Guitar
Post Malone beams as his three-year-old daughter falls in love with George Strait and the steel guitar, proving she's already growing up country strong.
5 TV Talent Show Losers Who Proved Judges Wrong by Becoming Huge Country Stars
These five country stars lost big on TV talent shows, but proved the judges wrong by becoming legends in Nashville and beyond.
On This Day in 1973, Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty Hit No. 1 With “Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man”
On this day in 1973, Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty hit No. 1 with "Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man," proving once again why they remain country's greatest duet.