The Recording Academy honored those who have died in the past year with a three-minute In Memoriam video during the Grammy Awards on Jan. 26. The video paid tribute to artists, musicians, songwriters and producers from across all genres of music, including a handful from the country music industry: Earl Thomas Conley, David Olney, producer…… MORE
Watch Dan + Shay Win the Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “Speechless”
Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay took home the Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “Speechless” on Jan. 26. The duo bested a group of nominees that included Brooks & Dunn with Luke Combs, Brothers Osborne, Little Big Town, and Maren Morris with Brandi Carlile. “Speechless” topped the country charts for…… MORE
Photo Gallery: Grammy Awards Red Carpet With Blake Shelton, Tanya Tucker, Dan + Shay, Shania Twain & More
Before the trophies were handed out at the 2020 Grammy Awards on Jan. 26, a number of stars walked the red carpet, including a country contingent of Blake Shelton, Little Big Town, Dan + Shay, Shania Twain, Tanya Tucker, Dan + Shay, Ashley McBryde and more. Check out our red carpet photo gallery, courtesy of…… MORE
Grammy Awards: The Winners, Including Tanya Tucker, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Lil Nas X, Billy Ray Cyrus & More
Check out all of the country-centric winners from the 2020 Grammy Awards on Jan. 26. Best Country Solo Performance “All Your’n” | Tyler Childers “Girl Goin’ Nowhere” | Ashley McBryde “Ride Me Back Home” | Willie Nelson WINNER “God’s Country” | Blake Shelton “Bring My Flowers Now” | Tanya Tucker Best Country Duo/Group Performance “Brand…… MORE
Country Stars React to the Death of Kobe Bryant, Including Keith Urban, Chris Young, Scotty McCreery & More
A number of country artists shared their sentiments via social media regarding the death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, 41, who died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif., on Jan. 26 with eight others, including his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna. Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Maren Morris, Chris Young, Scotty McCreery, Kelsea Ballerini and…… MORE
Hot Country Knights Drop Debut Video, “Pick Her Up,” Starring ’90s Knockout [Watch]
The Hot Country Knights—a band fronted by an incognito Dierks Bentley—dropped a new video for their debut single, “Pick Her Up.” The Hot Country Knights are comprised of Dierks’ road band, performing ’90s-esque country tunes while donning aliases, mullet wigs and over-the-top attire from the era. In addition to featuring Travis Tritt, the Wes Edwards-directed…… MORE
Keith Urban Extends Las Vegas Residency With New Dates
Keith Urban has extended his residency at Caesars Palace’s Colosseum in Las Vegas. Keith added four dates—one in July and three in September—to his Sin City residency, which is dubbed Keith Urban Live. Keith has already performed four residency shows in January, with a number of previously announced dates in April, July, Aug. and Nov.…… MORE
Chase Rice on Being Thrown Under the Bus on Upcoming “The Bachelor” Appearance: “I Have Zero Desire to Be Part of Some BS Reality TV Drama”
Chase Rice will release his new seven-song project, The Album Part 1, on Jan. 24. The newly revealed release date coincides with Chase’s upcoming appearance on ABC’s The Bachelor on Jan. 27. Cue the dramatic music. Apparently, one of the show’s contestants, Victoria F., previously dated Chase. During the upcoming episode, bachelor Peter surprises Victoria…… MORE
Dierks Bentley’s Hot Country Knights Release First Single, “Pick Her Up,” Featuring Travis Tritt [Listen]
The Hot Country Knights—a band fronted by an incognito Dierks Bentley—announced their first single, “Pick Her Up,” which features Travis Tritt. Penned by Brett Beavers, Jim Beavers and Dierks Bentley, “Pick Her Up” will impact country radio on Feb. 3. In January, the band signed a recording contract with Universal Music Group Nashville, which is…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini to Release Third Album, “Kelsea,” on March 20 [Watch New “la” Video]
Kelsea Ballerini revealed that she will release her third studio album, Kelsea, on March 20. Kelsea shared the news via a secret pop-up show on Jan. 22, before posting on social media: “my third album, kelsea, will be released march 20th and will be available for preorder/presave this friday,” she said via Instagram. The album’s…… 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,…