From nominations and notes to performers and presenters, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about the 2019 Billboard Music Awards on May 1. Date: Wednesday, May 1 Time: 8 p.m. ET/PT Location: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas TV Channel: NBC Online Stream: NBC.com/live Host: Kelly Clarkson Performers: Taylor Swift and Panic!…… MORE
Jake Owen & Girlfriend Erica Hartlein Welcome Baby Girl
Jake Owen and girlfriend Erica Hartlein welcomed daughter Paris Hartley Owen into the world on April 29. Jake shared the news via Twitter, noting that his daughter shares a birthday with Willie Nelson: “It’s a Willie great day!! Well Happy Birthday to @WillieNelson born on this day April 29th, 1933. Also, happy birthday to my…… MORE
Old Dominion Scores 6th No. 1 Hit on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart With “Make It Sweet”
The guys from Old Dominion—Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, Geoff Sprung, Brad Tursi and Whit Sellers—scored their sixth No. 1 hit on the Billboard Country Airplay with “Make It Sweet.” The new track, which was co-penned by the band with Shane McAnally, is also No. 1 on the Mediabase chart this week. “We walked into the…… MORE
Blake Shelton & Luke Bryan to Headline Concerts to Celebrate the Expansion of Ole Red
Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan will headline two concerts during the grand opening week (May 23–26) of Ole Red Tishomingo’s new music hall, The Doghouse. Luke will headline at The Doghouse on May 23 (tickets on sale on May 2), while Blake will headline on May 24 (tickets on sale on May 3). Proceeds from…… MORE
Maren Morris Adds New Dates to “Girl: The World Tour”
Maren Morris added a handful of new dates to her Girl: The World Tour, which kicked off earlier this month. New stops include Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Jacksonville and more. Tickets for many of the new dates go on sale on May 3, with pre-sale beginning on April 30. Girl: The World Tour (new dates) Sept. 5…… MORE
Jennifer Nettles to Perform National Anthem at Kentucky Derby
Jennifer Nettles will have the honor of singing the national anthem before the start of the 145th Kentucky Derby on May 4. Jennifer follows in the hallowed hoofprints of previous country stars who have performed the anthem at the Derby, including Lady Antebellum (2016), Jo Dee Messina (2014), Martina McBride (2013), Rascal Flatts (2010) and…… MORE
Blake Shelton & Kelly Clarkson Turn “UglyDolls” Premiere Into Family Night
Blake Shelton and Kelly Clarkson turned the L.A. premiere of UglyDollys on April 27 into a family friendly event. Blake was in attendance with his girlfriend Gwen Stefani and her three kids—Kingston Rossdale, Apollo Rossdale and Zuma Rossdale—while Kelly was in tow with husband Brandon Blackstock, children River Rose and Remy, and step-children Savannah and…… MORE
Grand Ole Opry to Honor Randy Travis on 60th Birthday
Randy Travis will make a special appearance on the Grand Ole Opry stage on May 4 to celebrate his 60th birthday. Charles Esten, Josh Turner and Charlie Worsham are all scheduled to appear on the Opry on Randy’s birthday, as is fellow Country Music Hall of Fame member Don Schlitz, who penned a number of…… MORE
Listen to Pink’s Heavy-Hearted New Song, “Love Me Anyway,” Featuring Chris Stapleton
Vocal powerhouses Pink and Chris Stapleton teamed up for a new song, “Love Me Anyway,” which is featured on Pink’s new album, Hurts 2B Human. Pink co-penned the tune with Allen Shamblin and Tom Douglas, the songwriting tandem behind Miranda Lambert’s “The House That Built Me.” The heavy-hearted piano ballad features Chris’ harmony vocals. This…… MORE
Garth Brooks Teams With “Words With Friends” for Final Pre-Sale of “The Legacy Collection”
Garth Brooks will make his mobile game debut on May 1 as he teams with Words With Friends for the final pre-sale of The Legacy Collection, his upcoming seven-disc vinyl collection that feature five albums: No Fences, The Chase, In Pieces, Fresh Horses and Triple Live. On May 1 at 8:15 p.m. CT, Garth will…… 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,…