Georgia natives Luke Bryan, Phillip Phillips, Cole Swindell, The Peach Pickers (Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson and Ben Hayslip) and DJ Rock will host a benefit show—dubbed The Heart of South Georgia—in their home state on Oct. 3 at the Exchange Club of Albany in Albany, Ga. Proceeds raised from the concert will be donated to…… MORE
Miranda Lambert Launches New “Idyllwind” Clothing Line
After introducing her Idyllwind clothing line during the 2017 holiday season, Miranda Lambert has launched the collection at Boot Barn. According to Boot Barn, the brand is “inspired by vintage and retro looks with a modern fashion edge and a focus on comfort, fit, and quality for the everyday girl who wants to look amazing…… MORE
Jason Isbell, John Prine, Tyler Childers & More Win 2018 Americana Awards [Full List]
The 2018 Americana Honors & Awards ceremony was held on Sept. 12 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The star-studded event, which was hosted by the Milk Carton Kids, featured performances by Rosanne Cash, John Prine, Robert Earl Keen, Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, Margo Price and more. Jason Isbell was the night’s big winner, earning three awards…… MORE
New School Is Now Open For Lifelong Learners
Midwestern State University hosted a grand opening last Friday for its new Lifelong Learning Center. The school is for students who are 50 and older. The school was the vision of Dr. Suzanne Shipley, MSU president. “What’s appealing about a lifelong learning center is that it attracts a demographic that we want in Wichita Falls…… MORE
Willie Nelson Will Headline A Rally For Beto O’Rourke
At his annual 4th of July Picnic near Austin earlier this summer, Willie Nelson welcomed Texas Senate candidate Beto O’Rourke onstage to join him on guitar for set-closing renditions of “Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die” and “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.” There’s a good chance that the country icon and galvanizing…… MORE
Thomas Rhett, Maren Morris, Kane Brown, Florida Georgia Line, Dan + Shay & More Earn Multiple Nominations at the American Music Awards
Kane Brown, Ella Mai, Normani and Bebe Rexha announced the nominations for the 2018 American Music Awards on Sept. 12. Kane Brown, Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia Line and Dan + Shay picked up multiple nominations in the country categories, while FGL and Maren Morris both earned nominations in the all-genre Collaboration of the Year category.…… MORE
Watch Carrie Underwood’s Vibrant Video for Inspiring New Single, “Love Wins”
Carrie Underwood released a video for her new single, “Love Wins.” The vibrant clip was directed by Shane Drake, who also helmed Carrie’s “Cry Pretty” video in 2016. The inspiring tune, which was penned by Carrie, David Garcia and Brett James, follows the Top 10 success of lead single, “Cry Pretty,” from her upcoming album…… MORE
Watch Michael Ray Get a Taste of Miami Nightlife in New Video for “One That Got Away”
Michael Ray dropped a new video for his current single, “One That Got Away.” The mid-tempo tune, which is currently No. 32 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart after eight weeks, was penned by Josh Osborne, Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen and Jesse Frasure. Following previous single “Get to You,” “One That Got Away” is the second…… MORE
Carrie Underwood to Receive Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Following in the footsteps of past country luminaries like Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn, Carrie Underwood will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Sept. 20. Carrie will receive the 2,646th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, located at 1750 North Vine Street in front of Capitol Records. Guest…… MORE
Watch Luke Bryan Perform “Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset” for 30,000 Fans at Nashville Block Party
Luke Bryan treated 30,000 fans to a free outdoor concert in downtown Nashville on Sept. 10 to celebrate the grand opening of his new restaurant, Luke’s 32 Bridge Food + Drink. After openers DJ Rock, Chelsea Field and Jon Langston got the party started, Luke hit the stage for a 90-minute set that included appearances…… MORE
