It’s rare to find an artist who would take a great turn just to empower children. One willing to be a role model by sharing his experiences in order to carve open-mindedness in his audience, encouraging them to see that the good in this almost-broken world is not based on skin color. Jimmie Allen temporarily … Read more
It has been 14 years since the day Keith Urban met his wife Nicole Kidman. Through the numerous times they faced difficulties, Urban and Kidman have no plans of stopping. What could have been the secret of their no drama and long-lasting marriage? From Nashville to Hollywood, there’s no dispute about Keith Urban and Nicole … Read more
Nearly three decades ago, Brooks & Dunn recorded “Best of My Love” in the Eagles’ tribute album Common Thread: The Songs of the Eagles. The song was also included in their compilation album Playlist: The Very Best of Brooks & Dunn. And as expected, Ronnie Dunn and Kix Brooks together created an impressive rendition of … Read more
Just in case you needed proof of how skilled Merle Haggard was as a singer and songwriter, look no further than his song “Big City.” Released in 1982 as the second single from his album of the same name, the song became Haggard’s 27th No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. But … Read more
This year’s Country Music Awards is set to happen in two weeks. Hosts country legend Reba McEntire and first-time host and country star Darius Rucker are hot to trot the anticipated awards night. More than just the heavy favorites to win their own categories, other legends in country music are to be recognized this year. … Read more
Eric Clapton’s “Tears In Heaven” is definitely one of the most emotional songs in music history. Back in 1992, Clapton debuted the song in front of three-hundred music fans at Bray Studios, Berkshire, England for MTV Unplugged – little did they know a music history would be made that night. Not only it became the … Read more
Otis Redding sadly died in a plane crash on December 10, 1967, just a month before his song “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” was released three days after he recorded it. The song became his biggest hit and was also the first-ever posthumous No. 1 single in the United States. The song also … Read more
The origin of the traditional American folk song “The Yellow Rose of Texas” can be traced back to at least the 1850s. Since then, several versions of the song have been recorded and become a hit to various artists, including Mitch Miller, Elvis Presley, and Willie Nelson. In 1955, for instance, Miller’s version reached No. … Read more
For the past 5 years, Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton have been officially dating. As they moved on from their past relationships, they slowly built the connection between themselves and now are ready to knot it all up. Yes, you heard it right. Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton are now engaged. This was confirmed by … Read more
Despite the things that have been happening to our world these days, it is undeniable that country music has again spoiled us with great music all year round. To honor the awesome works of our favorite country music artists, let’s review the list of nominees for the 2020 American Music Awards ‘Country’ category. 10,000 Hours … Read more
You probably have been following upcoming artists to the new singles that country music legends and stars that are working on lately. Yet, there are still things that you have never known about your favorite singers. For now, let us take a look at some of the facts about Scotty McCreery. He was most known … Read more
The song “He’ll Have To Go” took Jim Reeves’s career to even greater heights. Singer Billy Brown first recorded it; however, Brown’s version failed to make waves and only got occasional airplay on the country stations. But out of those few occasions, Reeves got lucky to hear it. The moment he heard the song, he … Read more
Hank Williams’ classic song, “Hey Good Lookin’,” is absolutely something for the country music history books. Do you remember the CMA awards show back in 2004 when it put together some of the biggest names in country music for a star-studded performance of the song? There’s George Strait, Alan Jackson, Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, Clint … Read more
“If You Leave Me Now” resonated in many ways that no other Chicago song has ever done. Released as a single in 1976 off the American rock group’s album Chicago X, the song topped the Billboard Hot 100. It stayed there for two weeks, making it the first No. 1 hit for the group. Remarkably, … Read more
The Dixie Chicks may have been under the radar for over a decade, but no one has forgotten about them. And of course, no fan could ever forget the band’s biggest pop hit in the US to date, “Not Ready To Make Nice.” Released in 2006 off the band’s studio album, Taking the Long Way, … Read more
Country music legend Waylon Jennings took an eager crowd by storm when a southern beauty suddenly joined him onstage for a special performance of Elvis Presley’s hit “Suspicious Minds.” Performing for a jam-packed venue, Jennings stood before a makeshift saloon when the doors swiftly opened, and a country icon made her way to Jennings. It’s … Read more
Out of all of Merle Haggard’s many songs that celebrate the working man, none is more renowned than his single “Workin’ Man Blues.” The song was released in 1969 – during Haggard’s early peak – as the second single from his album A Portrait of Merle Haggard. The song quickly claimed the top spot on … Read more
Some of the greatest collaborations can indeed be found performing in the industry of Country Music. But collaborations which really bring home the bacon are those extending further beyond music, and right now, it is Ram Trucks and CMT aiming to save the tiniest stages in Nashville where their stars shine the brightest. It started … Read more
A legend and a trailblazer, Jerry Jeff Walker, dies at the age of 78. Walker never had a top 40 song under his belt, yet his widely known compositions have been the standard for years in the outlaw country movement. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jerry Jeff Walker (@jerry_jeff_walker) on Jul … Read more
Do you remember when Reba McEntire paid tribute to the late Merle Haggard with a “Mama Tried” cover, leaving everyone in tears? It was one of the most powerful and heartfelt tributes to the man who has poured his heart and soul to help make country music the incredible genre it is today. But Haggard … Read more
Shedding her pop roots, Demi Lovato rocked out with country star Brad Paisley for the “Without a Fight” duet. The guitar-fueled country song was released in 2016 and was supposed to be part of Paisley’s then-upcoming album Love and War; unfortunately, the song did not make the final tracklist. Still, it captured the hearts of … Read more
Charley Pride is this year’s recipient of CMA’s Willie Nelson Life Time Achievement Award. Qualification for the award is for artists to attain established credibility in country music. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Country Music Association (@cma) on Oct 22, 2020 at 8:21am PDT Pride has long stood as a legend … Read more
Flashback to twenty-five years ago, country music legend Willie Nelson touched the hearts of many fans with his performance of “Amazing Grace” during Farm Aid’s 10th Anniversary. The benefit concert was held at Louisville, Kentucky, and it drew 47,000 supporters to a sold-out concert, raising more than $1 million. Farm Aid started as an idea … Read more
The 2020 CMT Music Awards was a night of country music, and the brightest stars in the country music industry have definitely let everyone see their splendors. With such a great night already in the books, it is just worth to give some kind of a look back on one of the greatest nights in … Read more
Blake Shelton is definitely that kind of guy who would be straightforward in expressing his thoughts. Hear what he has to say about their win from the CMT Awards. CMT Awards 2020 “Nobody But You” continued rolling into this year’s 2020 CMT Music Awards. This was also Stefani’s first CMT award win in her career. … Read more
Nothing beats country music in terms of music about passion, but what if the so-called passion is craziness about alcohol? Well, look no more as there would be no better suit for the title than the foursome of Little Big Town bringing their intense drinking and performing antics during the CMT Awards. They’ve brought another … Read more
Guess everyone would agree that “When You Say Nothing at All” is one of the most timeless country songs out there. It is one of the most well-loved songs to come out of 1988. And in 1995, an amazing thing happened. The blue-grass country singer covered the song with the group Union Station off the … Read more
The CMT Awards night this year will not just be honoring the great country music productions we have seen the past years, but it would be recognizing people who have fought for a cause and for the betterment of our society. Jennifer Nettles has not only made her voice known through her songs but also … Read more
Jimmy Buffett’s “Margaritaville” remains one of the singer’s most popular songs, and his loyal followers, known as Parrotheads, know better. They often show up at his concerts dressed in silly hats and loud Hawaiian shirts, singing along to Buffett’s signature song they know and love so well. In 1999, the country fans were in for … Read more
“We’re Gonna Hold On” was Tammy Wynette’s first No. 1 hit along with her then-husband, George Jones. Country music has indeed given birth to some of the most iconic couples. And undoubtedly one of the biggest and most explosive couples to ever come about was that of Wynette and Jones. The couple released the song … Read more