Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren Akins co-hosted the 11th annual CMA Country Christmas TV special on ABC on Nov. 30. This year’s lineup featured Thomas Rhett, Dan + Shay, Gabby Barrett, Lady A, Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Little Big Town, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling. Little Big Town performed “Christmas Time Is…… MORE
Garth Brooks’ New “Fun” Album Debuts at No. 7 on the Billboard Top Country Albums Chart
Garth Brooks released his new album, Fun, on Nov. 20. Fun debuted at No. 7 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart this week. The 14-song offering moved 18,000 equivalent album units, according to Nielsen Music/MRC Data. While Fun had the best debut on the chart at No. 7, it was topped by Luke Combs’…… MORE
Watch President Obama Stump for Dolly Parton to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom on “The Late Show”
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. Dolly Parton has never been awarded the Medal of Freedom . .…… MORE
Watch Gabby Barrett Perform “The First Noel” at “CMA Country Christmas”
Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren Akins co-hosted the 11th annual CMA Country Christmas TV special on ABC on Nov. 30. This year’s lineup featured Thomas Rhett, Dan + Shay, Gabby Barrett, Lady A, Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Little Big Town, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling. Gabby Barrett performed traditional Christmas carol “The…… MORE
Everything You Need to Know About the “Christmas in Rockefeller Center” TV Special
Here’s everything you need to know about the Christmas in Rockefeller Center TV special. Date: Dec. 2 Time: 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT Television Station: NBC Hosts: Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, Craig Melvin Location: New York City with some remote performances Performers: Dolly Parton, Dan + Shay, Brett Eldredge, Gwen Stefani, Kelly…… MORE
Riley Green & Tenille Townes to Reveal Winners of the ACM Industry/Recording Awards
The Academy of Country Music announced that Riley Green and Tenille Townes will reveal the 2020 ACM Industry Award and Studio Recording Award winners via Facebook on Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. CT. The winners are usually announced at the ACM Honors ceremony, which was cancelled this summer due to the ongoing pandemic. This year’s…… MORE
Ingrid Andress & Gabby Barrett Named to Forbes’ Annual “30 Under 30” Music List
Forbes released its annual 30 Under 30 Music list, a group of musical go-getters that includes singers, songwriters, managers and entrepreneurs who are revolutionizing the biz—all under the age of 30. The cross-genre list included a talented tandem of 20-somethings from the country music world: Ingrid Andress, 29, and Gabby Barrett, 20. To select the…… MORE
Watch Lady A Perform “Wonderful Christmastime” at “CMA Country Christmas”
Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren Akins co-hosted the 11th annual CMA Country Christmas TV special on ABC on Nov. 30. This year’s lineup featured Thomas Rhett, Dan + Shay, Gabby Barrett, Lady A, Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Little Big Town, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling. Lady A performed “Wonderful Christmastime,” which is…… MORE
Watch Darius Rucker & Violinist Lindsey Stirling Perform “What Child Is This” at “CMA Country Christmas”
Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren Akins co-hosted the 11th annual CMA Country Christmas TV special on ABC on Nov. 30. This year’s lineup featured Thomas Rhett, Dan + Shay, Gabby Barrett, Lady A, Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, Kelsea Ballerini, Little Big Town, and Darius Rucker with Lindsey Stirling. Darius Rucker teamed with artist/violinist Lindsey Stirling…… MORE
Jake Owen & Girlfriend Erica Hartlein Get Engaged
Jake Owen and girlfriend Erica Hartlein are engaged. Jake revealed the news via Instagram on Nov. 30 with a couple of photos in his Stories. One photo depicted Erica sporting a diamond ring, while a second photo showed Jake’s jeans with one muddy knee. Jake and Erica have been dating since 2017. The couple welcomed…… MORE
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Our Thoughts on NBC’s Opry 100
The Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary celebration on NBC Wednesday night (3-19) was a cavalcade of country music stars singing classic country songs. The show began with Reba McEntire singing Loretta Lynn’s “You Ain’t Woman Enough,” followed by a duet with Trisha Yearwood on “The Night The Lights Went Out in Georgia.” Ketch Secor, Jamey…
Spring Break Ideas for the Kiddos…
If your kids are anything like ours, they’re already bored. Thanks to Gretchen at BoiseDev – here are some fun things to do with your Spring Breakers this week: · 🎳Cheap Bowling: Emerald Lanes in Boise charges $4.75 per person per game or $30 per lane per hour Monday through Thursday.…
Top Things We’re Looking Forward to This Weekend in Kissin’ Country!
Spring is almost here, and this weekend in Kissin’ Country is packed with awesome events for the whole family! We’ve teamed up with our friend Becca at BoiseWithKids.com to highlight some of the best activities happening around town. From sweet treats to festive celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Pi Day Deals – Friday,…