Final nominees for the 54th annual CMA Awards will be revealed Sept 1, with select categories announced live on ABC’s Good Morning America by Luke Combs and Carly Pearce in the 8:30 a.m. half hour (local time). Following the Good Morning America broadcast, Ingrid Andress and Gabby Barrett will reveal final nominees in the remaining…… MORE
Luke Combs Scores 9th Consecutive No. 1 Single With “Lovin’ On You”
Luke Combs scored his unprecedented ninth consecutive No. 1 single—to start a career—with “Lovin’ On You.” The tune topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week after a 12-week run, which is Luke’s fastest climb to No. 1. Luke is the first country artist in history whose first nine singles have reached No. 1 on…… MORE
Miranda Lambert Releases Lively New Single, “Settling Down” [Listen]
Miranda Lambert will follow up her recent No. 1 single, “Bluebird,” by releasing “Settling Down.” Penned by Miranda, Luke Dick and Natalie Hemby, “Settling Down” is featured on Miranda’s 2019 album, Wildcard. The mid-tempo tune will impact country radio on Sept. 21. The new single juxtaposes Miranda’s wanderlust with her desire to spend time at…… MORE
Brad Paisley to Guest Host “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on Sept. 9
Brad Paisley will guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live on Sept. 9. The titular host has been on a break from the spotlight since June. A number of celebrities have guest hosted the late-night talk show this summer, including David Spade, Anthony Anderson, Kerry Washington, Rob Lowe, Ben Stiller, George Lopez, Joel McHale and more. Brad,…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini Uncorks New Video for “Hole in the Bottle” [Watch]
Kelsea Ballerini uncorked a new video for her single, “Hole in the Bottle.” “Hole in the Bottle,” which was co-penned by Kelsea, Jesse Frasure, Hillary Lindsey, Ashley Gorley and Steph Jones, is currently No. 38 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart after 12 weeks. The new tune is the third single from Kelsea’s 2020 self-titled…… MORE
Tim McGraw’s “Here On Earth” Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Top Country Albums Chart
Tim McGraw’s 16th studio album, Here On Earth, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart this week (8/27/20). The new album moved 24,202 equivalent units, according to Nielsen Music/MRC Data. Buoyed by the May release of the album’s lead single, “I Called Mama,” the new project is Tim’s first solo release…… MORE
Sara Evans Plans Virtual Book Tour in Support of New Memoir, “Born to Fly”
On Sept. 8, Sara Evans will release her new memoir, Born to Fly, which takes its name from her 2000 studio album—and No. 1 single—of the same name. Drawing on stories from her own life, the upcoming book finds Sara sharing “wisdom on topics ranging from motherhood and marriage to finding your purpose.” “I am…… MORE
Chris Young to Headline Virtual Benefit Concert to Support Boys & Girls Clubs
Chris Young will headline a virtual concert during the Great Futures Gala on Oct. 2 to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee. The annual Great Futures Gala, which will be virtual this year, benefits youth-development programs for the more than 4,700 kids served annually at 11 Boys & Girls Clubs across Middle…… MORE
Luke Combs Teases New Wife-Inspired Song, “Forever After All” [Listen]
Luke Combs teased a new wife-inspired song, “Forever After All,” via social media. Luke shared a snipped of the new song’s lyrics and the accompanying audio: “They say nothin’ lasts forever / But they ain’t seen us together / Or the way the moonlight dances in your eyes / And I know they’ll be that…… MORE
Country Music Hall of Fame Announces Online Fundraiser With Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, Reba & More
Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum will host an online fundraiser via YouTube at 8 p.m. CT on Oct. 28 that features a who’s who of country stars. Big Night (At the Museum) will pair country music stars with historic instruments for a one-of-a-kind night of music. Artists taking part include Alison Brown,…… 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,…