Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer of The Chicks are back with a bang. The trio’s first new album in 14 years, Gaslighter, which dropped on July 17, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart this week. The new 12-song offering moved 84,233 equivalent album units, according to Nielsen Music.…… MORE
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More than 20 cross-genre artists and musicians have come together to record a new song, “Quarantine,” that benefits the MusiCare COVID-19 Relief Fund. Dubbing themselves The Quarantine All-Stars, the award-winning ensemble includes Brad Paisley, Steve Wariner, Chuck Leavell (Rolling Stones), Jonathan Cain (Journey), Sony Emory (Earth, Wind & Fire), Dan Falcone (Lady Gaga), Jeff Coffin…… MORE
Brad Paisley released an acoustic version of his upbeat single, “No I in Beer.” Penned by Brad and Kelley Lovelass, “No I in Beer” is Brad’s first official single since his 2019 release, “My Miracle,” which peaked at No. 42. Currently, “No I in Beer” is No. 23 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart after…… MORE
Blake Shelton released a new video to accompany his brand-new single, “Happy Anywhere,” which dropped on July 24. Like his most recent multi-week No. 1 single, “Nobody But You,” which topped the charts in April/May 2020, “Happy Anywhere” features vocals from girlfriend Gwen Stefani. Penned by Ross Copperman, Josh Osborne and Matt Jenkins, “Happy Anywhere”…… MORE
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Caylee Hammack and Alan Jackson joined forces for a new rendition of “Lord, I Hope This Day Is Good.” Penned by Dave Hanner, “Lord, I Hope This Day Is Good” was a No. 1 hit for Don Williams in February 1982. “This song has held a special place in my heart since childhood,” says Caylee.…… MORE
Zac Brown Band performed a live rendition of its touching new single, “The Man Who Loves You the Most,” during Camp Southern Ground’s 4th With the Family live-stream event on July 3. ZBB’s heartfelt ballad serves as a message of love a father has for his daughter, as Zac croons in the chorus: “I hope…… MORE
Blake Shelton released his new single, “Happy Anywhere,” at midnight on July 24. Like his most recent multi-week No. 1 single, “Nobody But You,” which topped the charts in April/May 2020, “Happy Anywhere” features vocals from girlfriend Gwen Stefani. Penned by Ross Copperman, Josh Osborne and Matt Jenkins, “Happy Anywhere” will impact country radio immediately…… MORE
The Grand Ole Opry will tally its 4,935th consecutive Saturday night broadcast on Aug. 1 with a showcase featuring an iconic trio of friends: Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill and Rodney Crowell. Collectively, the music legends have amassed 36 Grammy Awards and 109 nominations. The one-hour show will air live on Circle Television at 7 p.m. CT,…… MORE
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While the COVID-19 pandemic put a kibosh on Rascal Flatts’ Farewell Tour this year, the trio is still keeping their fans entertained . . . and included. Rascal Flatts released a new video for “How They Remember You,” which includes fan-submitted photos from their 20-year career. Rascal Flatts—comprised of Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe…… MORE
Carrie Underwood will release her first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, on Sept. 25. The holiday offering will feature a combination of beloved traditional favorites and original material that celebrate Carrie’s faith and the spiritual nature of Christmas. “It’s really hard naming a Christmas album,” says Carrie during a video trailer for the upcoming album. “I…… MORE
