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Kenny Chesney Doubles Down on Sphere Magic, Adds 6 Shows to 2026 Residency

Kenny Chesney doubles down on Sphere magic and adds six more shows to his 2026 residency. One epic Vegas run with eleven total nights and no stadiums in sight.

Suzy Bogguss Officially Joins the Grand Ole Opry and the Moment Was Full of ’90s Country Legends

Suzy Bogguss is officially a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and her induction was packed with '90s country legends like Reba McEntire and Trisha Yearwood in a night full of love, legacy, and unforgettable performances.

Rascal Flatts Return to Touring and Say They’re Not Rushing Into New Music

Rascal Flatts are back on the road with their Life Is a Highway Tour, but are not rushing into the studio anytime soon. They are focused on reconnecting with fans and reliving the music that made them legends.

Ludacris Pulls Out of Kid Rock’s ‘Rock the Country’ Tour After Controversy and Calls It a Mix-Up

Ludacris pulls out of Kid Rock's Rock the Country Tour after fan backlash sparks controversy, calling the whole thing a mix-up as tensions rise over politics and music.

Waylon Jennings Took the Stage for the Last Time in 2000 and Country Music Hasn’t Been the Same Since

Waylon Jennings gave his final major performance in 2000 at the Ryman Auditorium, delivering a defiant, unforgettable farewell that proved country music will never see another legend quite like him.

Dolly Parton Says She Won’t Attend Her 80th Birthday Celebration at the Grand Ole Opry

Dolly Parton will miss her 80th birthday bash at the Grand Ole Opry, but the country queen is still sending love as fans celebrate with music, Dolly-themed fun, and a whole lot of sparkle in her honor.

Country Stars Are Gearing Up to Blow the Roof Off the Opry for Dolly Parton’s 80th Birthday Bash

Country stars, including Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson, are set to honor Dolly Parton's 80th birthday with a one-of-a-kind Opry Goes Dolly show celebrating her songs, legacy, and lasting impact on country music.

Beyoncé Fans Accuse Lainey Wilson of Copying Her Christmas Halftime Performance

Lainey Wilson faced heat from Beyoncé fans accusing her of copying the pop star's Christmas halftime show look, but true country fans know better.

Beyoncé Is Now a Billionaire According to New Forbes Report

Beyoncé just became a billionaire according to Forbes, but country fans know Cowboy Carter didn't build that fortune. Her billion-dollar empire was made in pop, not Nashville.

Snoop Dogg Just Set a New Standard for Halftime Shows, and the Super Bowl Should Be Nervous

Snoop Dogg just turned Christmas Day into a halftime masterclass with his Netflix NFL Holiday Halftime Party, stealing the spotlight with Lainey Wilson, Andrea Bocelli, and more, leaving fans saying it beat the Super Bowl.

Lainey Wilson Sleighs the NFL Christmas Halftime Show With Snoop Dogg and a Santa Surprise

Lainey Wilson lit up the 2025 NFL Christmas halftime show with a show-stealing sleigh entrance and a powerhouse performance of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" alongside Snoop Dogg, proving once again she is the reigning queen of country.

Riley Green Met Sam Elliott at the CMAs and Got the Most Sam Elliott Response Possible

Riley Green shared that Sam Elliott once growled at him instead of speaking at the CMA Awards, and the moment was unforgettable in the most cowboy way possible.

Lauren Alaina Suffers a Hilarious Wardrobe Mishap Right Before Taking the Stage

Lauren Alaina suffered a hilarious wardrobe mishap before her Ohio concert when she accidentally wore two different boots, but the new mom laughed it off and still owned the moment.

John Michael Montgomery Delivers His Final Performance of “I Swear” at Rupp Arena

John Michael Montgomery delivers an emotional final performance of "I Swear" at Rupp Arena, ending his touring career with a heartfelt farewell in his home state of Kentucky.

Beyoncé’s Mom Slams Country Music’s Gatekeeping in New Peacock Documentary

Tina Knowles calls out country music for "gatekeeping," but fans say Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter missed the mark by skipping the roots and rewriting the story.

Jelly Roll Breaks Down as He’s Asked to Join the Grand Ole Opry by Country Veteran Craig Morgan

Jelly Roll broke down in tears after country legend Craig Morgan surprised him with an official Grand Ole Opry invitation. From prison to the Opry, his full-circle journey is pure country music redemption.

17-Year-Old Titus Thornton Sounds Like Keith Whitley Reincarnated in Viral “Miami, My Amy” Performance

Seventeen-year-old Titus Thornton stuns the internet with a powerful cover of Keith Whitley's "Miami, My Amy," proving real country music is alive and well in the hands of the next generation.

President Trump Presents George Strait With Kennedy Center Medal in Powerful Oval Office Moment

George Strait received his Kennedy Center Medal from President Trump in the Oval Office and proved once again why country royalty still wears a cowboy hat.

The Super Bowl Just Got a Whole Lot More Country With Post Malone Headlining Bud Light’s Concert

Post Malone is bringing country to the Super Bowl stage with Bud Light's 2026 concert. New music is coming, and football fans are about to get country as hell.

Country Music Lost a Legend Four Years Ago Who Crashed the Opry Before Even Scoring a Record Deal

Stonewall Jackson made Opry history without a label deal and spent six decades proving why. Four years after his death, his story still kicks like a mule.

Chris Young Played Through a Winter Storm and Then Refunded the Entire Crowd Anyway

Chris Young braved a winter storm to perform in Wisconsin, then refunded every ticket, proving once again why he's one of country music's classiest acts.

The ACM Awards Are Headed Back to Las Vegas in 2026 After Three Years in Texas

The ACM Awards are headed back to Las Vegas in 2026 after three years in Texas, promising a night of glitz, grit, and unforgettable country music moments.

Lorrie Morgan Took the Opry Stage for Its 100th Anniversary and Delivered a Stunning “Something in Red”

Lorrie Morgan stunned the Opry crowd with a powerful "Something in Red" performance during its 100th anniversary, turning heartbreak into one unforgettable country moment.

Cody Johnson’s “Travelin’ Soldier” Just Became the Highest-Charting Song of His Career

Cody Johnson's emotional cover of "Travelin' Soldier" just became the highest-charting song of his career, proving real country music still hits hard and true.

Post Malone Just Took Over the Cowboys-Chiefs Halftime Show and Proved He’s Got Stadium Power

Post Malone owned the Cowboys Chiefs halftime in Arlington, blending F-1 Trillion cuts with Texas swagger as the Salvation Army Red Kettle Kickoff took flight.

Who Is Stephen Wilson Jr and Why His Laid Back Swagger and Raw Stories Are Blowing Up

Stephen Wilson Jr. turned heads at the CMAs with soul-bearing performances and outlaw swagger. From boxer to scientist to breakout country star, he is the grit Nashville never saw coming.

Taylor Swift Joined Vince Gill at the CMAs 12 Years Ago and Earned Newfound Respect From Country Fans

Twelve years ago at the CMAs, Taylor Swift stunned country fans with a stripped-down version of "Red" alongside Vince Gill and Alison Krauss, earning newfound respect and silencing the doubters.

Lainey Wilson Owns the CMAs With a Medley and Viewers Say Her Intro Was the Best Ever

Lainey Wilson lit up the CMAs with a fiery medley that stole the show and proved once again why she is country music's reigning queen.

When Alan Jackson and George Strait Took the CMA Stage and Called Out Country Radio

Alan Jackson and George Strait lit up the 1999 CMA Awards with their gutsy performance of "Murder on Music Row," calling out country radio and defending real country music in front of the entire industry.

How on Earth Did Luke Combs Wear Elvis’ Birthday Watch From Johnny Cash at CMAs

Luke Combs turned heads at the 2025 CMA Awards not with an award, but with a priceless piece of music history on his wrist. A 1969 Omega watch gifted from Johnny Cash to Elvis Presley, now worn by country's reigning powerhouse.