Loretta Lynn will be honored with the Artist of a Lifetime award at the CMT Artists of the Year celebration on Oct. 17 at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Sissy Spacek, who won an Oscar for her portrayal of Loretta in 1980’s Coal Miner’s Daughter, will present Loretta with the award. “I’m always so proud when…… MORE
Old Dominion Teases New Album
Riding high from their current No. 1 single, “Hotel Key,” Old Dominion teased via Twitter that their third studio album is in the works. The photo depicted OD’s frontman Matthew Ramsey alongside producer Shane McAnally in the studio with the caption: “It’s getting real. #OD3.” It’s getting real. #OD3 pic.twitter.com/Jyc1qDU8uM — Old Dominion (@OldDominion) September…… MORE
Gucci Fashion Show Includes Denim Ode to Dolly Parton
During Gucci’s Spring 2019 runway show on Sept. 24 in Paris, two images of Dolly Parton strolled down the runway. Dolly’s likeness was featured on two pieces of clothing by Italian designer Alessandro Michele: a sleeveless denim jacket with an airbrushed closeup of Parton and the word “Dolly” a pink sweater with a pop-art portrait…… MORE
Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan & More Named Finalists for People’s Choice Awards
The finalists for the 2018 People’s Choice Awards—voted on by we the people—have been announced. In addition to the Country Artist of the Year category that features Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan and Thomas Rhett, Keith picked up a nomination in the all-genre Male Artist of the Year category where he’ll face…… MORE
Justin Moore Donates $30,000 to Help Victims of Gun Violence in Schools
Before Justin Moore headlined the inaugural #MSDCountryStrong concert benefiting Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School’s MSD Fund—a charity honoring the heroes, victims and survivors of gun violence in schools—the country star donated $30,000 to the fund on behalf of his family and crew. In February 2018, a lone gunman opened fire at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini to Release Deluxe Version of “Unapologetically” With Four New Songs [Listen to New Single]
Kelsea Ballerini will drop a deluxe version of her 2017 album, Unapologetically, on Oct. 26. The deluxe album will feature four new songs, including “Fun and Games,” “I Think I Fell in Love Today,” an acoustic cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” and Kelsea’s new collaboration with The Chainsmokers, “This Feeling.” The new album is available…… MORE
Watch Carrie Underwood and Jimmy Fallon Channel Dolly and Kenny in Duet of “Islands in the Stream”
During Carrie Underwood’s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Sept. 14, the “Love Wins” singer teamed with the host for a duet of “Islands in the Stream.” Filmed in front of 1,500 fans at NYC’s Central Park, Carrie and Jimmy tackled the tune that Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton took to No.…… MORE
Listen to Brothers Osborne’s Lamenting New Single, “I Don’t Remember Me (Before You)”
The Brothers Osborne—John and TJ—will be back on radio airwaves on Oct. 8 with a new single, “I Don’t Remember Me (Before You).” The new tune is the second single from the duo’s 2018 album, Port Saint Joe, following lead single, “Shoot Me Straight,” which peaked at No. 28 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.…… MORE
With a “Rich” Hit, Maren Morris Says Being “Emotionally Connected” to Her Songs Is the Most Important Thing
Maren Morris notched another Top 10 single this week as “Rich” reached No. 10 on the Mediabase chart. The tune is the third single from Maren’s major-label debut album, Hero, to crack the Top 10, following “My Church” and “I Could Use a Love Song.” Maren co-wrote every track on Hero, and as she recently…… MORE
Old Dominion Scores 5th No. 1 Single With “Hotel Key”
The guys from Old Dominion—Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, Geoff Sprung, Brad Tursi and Whit Sellers—scored the fifth No. 1 single of their career as “Hotel Key” ascended to the top of both the Mediabase chart and Billboard Country Airplay chart. “Hotel Key,” which is featured on the band’s 2017 No. 1 album, Happy Endings, was…… 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,…