Jon Pardi performed his current single, “Ain’t Always the Cowboy,” during his set on the Grand Ole Opry on Aug. 22. Penned by Brandon Kinney and Josh Thompson, “Ain’t Always the Cowboy” is featured on Jon’s 2019 album, Heartache Medication. The tune is currently No. 23 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart after 23 weeks.…… MORE
Watch Tim McGraw Perform Serene New Song “Hard to Stay Mad At” on “The Late Show”
Tim McGraw made a virtual stop on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to perform new song “Hard to Stay Mad At.” Penned by Luke Laird, Shane McAnally and Lori McKenna, “Hard to Stay Mad At” is featured on Tim’s new album, Here On Earth, which was released on Aug. 21. Buoyed by the May…… MORE
Riley Green to Release 5-Song EP, “If It Wasn’t For Trucks,” on Sept. 11
Fresh off of winning the ACM Award for New Male Artist of the Year, Riley Green announced he will release his new EP, If It Wasn’t for Trucks, on Sept. 11. The five-song EP will serve as a primer to his upcoming sophomore album, which is expected to drop in 2021. “I’m excited to be…… MORE
Reba McEntire’s 1991 Video Special, “Reba in Concert,” to Be Streamed for First Time on Aug. 28 [Watch Teaser]
Reba McEntire will re-launch her 1991 concert special, Reba in Concert, via YouTube on Aug. 28. Filmed in 1990 at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas, the special features Reba performing “Fancy,” “You Lie,” “Whoever’s In New England” and more. The special, which was originally released on VHS in August 1991, was dedicated to…… MORE
Carrie Underwood Returns to “Sunday Night Football” for 8th Consecutive Year
For the eighth consecutive year, Carrie Underwood will star in the show opening of NBC’s Sunday Night Football. Carrie will open SNF with a new recording of “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night” on Sept. 13. Working within social-distancing parameters, the 2020 Sunday Night Football show open was produced with user-generated content from fans showcasing…… MORE
ACM Awards Announce First Round of Performers: Miranda Lambert, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett & More
The Academy of Country Music announced its first round of performers for the 55th ACM Awards: Jimmie Allen, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Old Dominion, Riley Green, Tenille Townes, and Thomas Rhett featuring Jon Pardi. The ACM Awards will air live from Nashville on Sept. 16 at 8…… MORE
Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum to Reopen After Six Months
Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum will reopen to the public on Sept. 10. The Hall of Fame has been closed since March 13 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tours of Hatch Show Print and Historic RCA Studio B will resume in a limited capacity. All exhibitions that had opened before the museum…… MORE
Mickey Guyton & Husband Are Expecting First Child
Mickey Guyton and husband Grant Savoy are expecting their first child. Mickey shared the news via Instagram on Aug. 25, stating: “Even in times of darkness, like the ones we as a society find ourselves in today, God always finds a way to shine His light on the beautiful side of life, like the miracle…… MORE
Wynonna to Release Brand-New EP of Cover Songs, “Recollections” [Listen to “I’m a King Bee”]
Wynonna will release a new EP of cover songs, Recollections, on Oct. 30. The five-song EP features Wynnona covering “I Hear You Knocking” by Fats Domino, “I’m a King Bee” by Slim Harpo, “Angel From Montgomery” by John Prine, “Feeling Good” by Nina Simone and “Ramble On Rose” by the Grateful Dead. Wynnona recorded much…… MORE
Chris Stapleton Teases New Music With Intense Video Clip Across Social Media
Chris Stapleton teased a hard-hitting new release via his social media platforms on Aug. 24. The 37-second clip was posted across Chris’ Facebook, Twitter and Instagram with the date “11.13.20.” Chris’ past social media posts were deleted to draw attention to the new clip, while his profile photo was replaced with a white backdrop featuring…… 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,…