After Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood broke the Internet on March 23 during their at-home concert on Inside Studio G via Facebook Live, the tandem has decided to take their talents to CBS on April 1 for a prime-time TV special, Garth & Trisha Live. During the special, Garth and Trisha will perform live from…… MORE
Grand Ole Opry Member Jan Howard Dies at 91
Longtime Grand Ole Opry member Jan Howard, 91, “passed away peacefully” on March 28 in Gallatin, Tenn., according to a statement from the Opry. Jan scored a number of Top 20 hits in the 1960s, including “Evil on Your Mind,” “Bad Seed,” “Count Your Blessings, Woman” and “My Son,” which served as an ode to…… MORE
Governor Little signs proclamation to further position Idaho to overcome coronavirus challenge
Governor Brad Little’s latest executive orders and proclamation will boost funds available for Idaho’s coronavirus response, manage the impact of the crisis on the state budget, and help the thousands of Idahoans suddenly unemployed due to the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “The number of unemployed in Idaho jumped 1,200-percent in a matter of days,”…… MORE
Joe Diffie Releases Statement After Testing Positive for COVID-19
Joe Diffie, 61, has confirmed he tested positive for COVID-19. The “John Deere Green” singer released a statement on March 27: “I am under the care of medical professionals and currently receiving treatment. My family and I are asking for privacy at this time. We want to remind the public and all my fans to…… MORE
Craig Morgan Announces New Album, “God, Family, Country”
Craig Morgan will drop a new album, God, Family, Country, on May 22. The 10-song offering features five new songs, as well as five newly remastered tunes from Craig’s past catalog, including “Almost Home” and “That’s What I Love About Sunday.” New songs include his recent iTunes No. 1 hit, “The Father, My Son and…… MORE
Charlie Daniels Reveals Lineup for 2020 Volunteer Jam at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena
Charlie Daniels announced the lineup for his all-star concert, Volunteer Jam, which will take place at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Sept. 15. Since its inception in 1974, Charlie’s Volunteer Jam has brought together some of music’s biggest stars for a number of worthwhile causes. This year’s lineup includes Trace Adkins, Justin Moore, The Marshall Tucker Band, Chris…… MORE
Kane Brown Teams With John Legend in New Ballad, “Last Time I Say Sorry” [Listen]
After recording tunes with Marshmello, Becky G, Khalid and more, Kane Brown added to his cross-genre collaborations by teaming with John Legend for the new ballad, “Last Time I Say Sorry.” “Last Time I Say Sorry” was co-written by Kane, Legend, Matt McGinn and Andrew Goldstein, who also produced the track. Kane and Legend initially connected…… MORE
Florida Georgia Line Drops 5th Album’s Lead Single, “I Love My Country” [Listen]
Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line dropped a new single, “I Love My Country,” on March 27. “I Love My Country” was co-written by Corey Crowder, Ernest K. Smith and Charlie Handsome. The new tune serves as the lead single from FLG’s upcoming fifth studio album, which is slated to drop later…… MORE
Kip Moore Announces 4th Studio Album, “Wild World”
Kip Moore will release his fourth studio album, Wild World, on May 29. The 13-song offering features 12 songs that Kip co-wrote, including lead singe, “She’s Mine,” which is currently No. 36 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart after 28 weeks. In addition, Kip co-produced the album with David Garcia, Luke Dick and Blair Daly on…… MORE
March 27: Live-Stream Show Calendar With Ingrid Andress, Kip Moore, Matt Stell & 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 media. March 27 (updated throughout the day) Stephanie Quayle: 10 a.m. CT – Facebook Matt…… 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,…