Chris Stapleton’s “Tennessee Whiskey” Is 10 Years Old and Still Outselling Newer Country Releases
Chris Stapleton's "Tennessee Whiskey" just clocked 10 years and still charts higher than brand-new hits. Real country doesn't fade. It just keeps pouring.
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.
Chris Stapleton’s Debut Album Fell Off the Charts Until That “Tennessee Whiskey” Performance Changed Everything
Chris Stapleton's debut album, Traveller, nearly disappeared until one unforgettable "Tennessee Whiskey" performance launched it to No. 1 and changed the course of country music forever.
Chris Stapleton Leaves Garth Brooks in Tears With a Soul-Shaking “Shameless” Tribute
Chris Stapleton delivered a powerful tribute to Garth Brooks with his soul-shaking performance of "Shameless," leaving the country legend in tears during a night that honored true country music greatness.
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert Bring Perfect Harmony to “A Song to Sing” at the CMA Awards With a Warm Retro Groove
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert lit up the 2025 CMA Awards with their soulful duet "A Song to Sing," delivering retro flair, raw emotion, and undeniable country gold in a performance fans won't forget.
Chris Stapleton Publicly Apologizes to Wife Morgane at the CMAs and It Gets Emotional
Chris Stapleton publicly apologized to his wife, Morgane, at the 2024 CMA Awards after forgetting to thank her in his first speech, turning a big night into a heartfelt one.
Chris Stapleton Just Dropped a Music Video for “White Horse” and Josh Brolin Steals the Show
Chris Stapleton turns his hit "White Horse" into a cinematic knockout with a music video starring Josh Brolin as a conflicted sheriff in a gripping outlaw love story set in the Texas desert.
Rare Footage Shows Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill and Keith Urban Slaying “Nobody to Blame” in 2016
In rare 2016 footage from an iHeart Country event, Chris Stapleton, Vince Gill, and Keith Urban teamed up for "Nobody to Blame." One lyric slipped, but the magic did not.
Chris Stapleton Postpones Concerts After Doctor Orders Vocal Rest Amid Ongoing Illness
Chris Stapleton postponed Florida shows to 2026 after doctor-ordered vocal rest for bronchitis, and fans rallied behind the country legend's recovery.
Which Country Singer Has Collected the Most CMA Awards Wins and Who Else Dominates the List
Chris Stapleton and Brooks & Dunn share the record for most CMA Awards wins at 19 each, while George Strait, Vince Gill, Alan Jackson, and Miranda Lambert also dominate the list.
Jason Aldean Says Chris Stapleton Is the Best Male Vocalist Right Now and Morgan Wallen a Global Star
Jason Aldean crowned Chris Stapleton the best male vocalist in country right now and praised Morgan Wallen as a global star, saying both artists push the genre forward in their own ways.
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.
Riley Green Nearly Said No to an Alabama Venue Chris Stapleton Barely Sold, but He Packed the Place to Capacity
Riley Green almost turned down a Birmingham gig after seeing Chris Stapleton struggle there, but instead, he sold it out and proved he was built for country stardom.
Chris Stapleton Stops the Show to Serenade His Wife Morgane and It’s Everything
Chris Stapleton stopped his Madison Square Garden show to serenade his wife, Morgane, with an unreleased love song, and fans couldn't handle the emotional moment.
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert’s New Duet Slammed by Critics but Loved by Listeners
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert's duet gets slammed as "uninspired" by critics, but fans are calling it beautiful, emotional, and perfect for their weddings.
Chris Stapleton Steps Up to Help Texas Families After Devastating Floods With Big Donation
Chris Stapleton donated $1 million to help Texas families affected by devastating floods, proving that real country shows up when it counts.
Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton Team Up for a Duet That Might Break Country Radio
Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton team up for "A Song to Sing," and it just might break country radio with its raw soul and timeless heartbreak.
Fans Lose It as Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake Recreate Their CMA Duet of “Tennessee Whiskey”
Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake reunited in Los Angeles in 2022 for a surprise 12-minute "Tennessee Whiskey" duet that reignited their unforgettable 2015 CMA magic.
Chris Stapleton Cancels Greenville Show Due to Gear Failure And This Time Even His Voice Couldn’t Save It
Chris Stapleton was forced to postpone his Greenville tour opener after critical gear was destroyed en route, proving that even his voice couldn't save this one.
Chris Stapleton Took On Keith Urban’s “Blue Ain’t Your Color” but Who Sang It Better
Chris Stapleton's soul-drenched ACM tribute to Blue Ain't Your Color left fans wondering if the song now belongs to him instead of Keith Urban.
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.
George Strait’s ACM Crown Is on the Line and Chris Stapleton Is Coming for It
Chris Stapleton is chasing history at the 2025 ACM Awards. With six nominations, he could surpass George Strait as the most awarded male solo artist in ACM history.
Chris Stapleton Sings “Whenever You Come Around” in Front of Vince Gill and Brings the House Down
Chris Stapleton delivers a stunning performance of Vince Gill's "Whenever You Come Around" during CMT Giants, turning a beloved classic into a masterclass in heartfelt tribute.
Chris Stapleton Without His Beard Looks Like Someone Else Entirely
A rare photo of a beardless Chris Stapleton has resurfaced and fans are losing it over the clean-shaven version of the country icon they barely recognize.
Chris Stapleton Covering Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Free Bird” Is the Performance You Didn’t Know You Needed
Chris Stapleton's emotional cover of Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird" at Austin City Limits lit up the stage with raw power, reverence, and soul-shaking intensity.
Chris Stapleton Delivers Powerful Live Rendition of Willie Nelson’s “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground”
Chris Stapleton honored Willie Nelson on Austin City Limits with a haunting rendition of "Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground" that felt more like a prayer than a cover.
The Best Male Country Singers of All Time Ranked by Over 19,000 Real Country Fans
More than 19.7K country fans voted on Ranker's list of the best male country singers of all time. From legends to modern stars, these 100 names define the genre.
Chris Stapleton’s Soulful Cover of ‘Whenever You Come Around’ is Country Perfection
Chris Stapleton's powerful cover of Vince Gill's "Whenever You Come Around" remains one of the best country tributes ever, filled with raw emotion and soulful vocals.
No, Chris Stapleton Did Not Object to Beyoncé’s Grammy Win
False claims spread that Chris Stapleton objected to Beyoncé’s Grammy win for Best Country Album. The truth behind the hoax and why Cowboy Carter sparked controversy.
George Strait and Chris Stapleton Announce 2025 Stadium Tour
George Strait and Chris Stapleton are teaming up for a 2025 stadium tour with special guests Parker McCollum and Little Big Town. See the full list of tour dates and details.