Armed with a glass of wine, her voice and a piano track, Carrie Underwood performed her current single, “Drinking Alone,” on the CBS television special, ACM Presents: Our Country, on April 5. Penned by Carrie, David Garcia and Brett James, “Drinking Alone” is the fourth single from Carrie’s 2018 album, Cry Pretty. The tune is…… MORE
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Watch Blake Shelton & Gwen Stefani Perform “Nobody But You” on “ACM Presents: Our Country”
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani treated viewers to an at-home performance of their Top 10 single, “Nobody But You,” on the CBS television special, ACM Presents: Our Country, on April 5. Penned by Ross Copperman, Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne and Tommy Lee James, “Nobody But You” is one of four new tracks on Blake’s recently…… MORE
April 6: Live-Stream Show Calendar With Luke Combs, Jo Dee Messina & More
Country stars are trying to do their part to keep us entertained during our self-quarantines (hopefully) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a rundown of what to expect as some of our favorite stars perform live and chat via social medial. April 6 (updated throughout the day) Stephanie Quayle: 10 a.m. CT – Facebook Jo…… MORE
Everything You Need to Know About “ACM Presents: Our Country” TV Special on April 5
From times and tributes to performers and pre-show, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about the ACM Presents: Our Country TV special. Date: Sunday, April 5 Time: 8–10 p.m. ET/PT Television Station: CBS Stream: CBS All Access Host: Gayle King Location: Stars will perform from their homes. Performers: Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Kane…… MORE
Miranda Lambert Announces Rescheduled Dates on “Wildcard Tour”
Miranda Lambert revealed rescheduled dates for her Wildcard Tour, which will now resume in October. Originally scheduled dates in April and May have been rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Miranda’s tour will recommence on Oct. 8 in Spokane, Wash., with special guests Cody Johnson and Lanco. Tickets purchased for the original tour dates will…… MORE
CMT Awards Rescheduled for Oct. 14
The 2020 CMT Music Awards—originally slated for June 3—will now take place on October 14. CMT released a statement on April 3: “Our top priority this last month has been rebuilding our hometown of Nashville following the tornado and ensuring the safety of our fans, employees, artists and partners during the COVID-19 crisis. As we look…… MORE
TV Special “ACM Presents: Our Country” Announces 25-Song Performance List & Facebook Pre-Show
The Academy of Country Music announced the 25-song list for its two-hour TV special, ACM Presents: Our Country, which will air live on April 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown and John Legend, Luke Bryan, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Sheryl Crow, Florida Georgia Line,…… MORE
Loretta Lynn Records New Cover of Patsy Cline’s “I Fall to Pieces” [Listen]
Loretta Lynn released a newly recorded cover of Patsy Cline’s “I Fall to Pieces” on April 3. Written by Hank Cochran and Harlan Howard, “I Fall to Pieces” was Patsy’s first No. 1 hit on the country charts in 1961. Before her death in a plane crash in 1963, Patsy was an established star who…… MORE
John Prine Battles COVID-19 & Pneumonia in Hospital ICU: “He Is Very Ill”
John Prine’s wife, Fiona, provided an update on her husband’s condition via Instagram on April 2. Fiona confirmed that John, 73, has been diagnosed with COVID-19, as well as pneumonia in both lungs. John has been in the hospital since March 26 and using a ventilator since March 28. “He is very ill and yet…… MORE
April 3: Live-Stream Show Calendar With Brad Paisley, Brantley Gilbert, Chase Rice & More
Country stars are trying to do their part to keep us entertained during our self-quarantines (hopefully) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a rundown of what to expect as some of our favorite stars perform live and chat via social medial. April 3 (updated throughout the day) Stephanie Quayle: 10 a.m. CT – Facebook Seaforth:…… MORE
