When I launched the Women Want to Hear Women podcast with Nash Country Daily on June 15, I had no idea how far this campaign would come in less than three months. After nine amazing episodes, I’m excited to tell you that we now have a platform on the Westwood One Podcast Network—and our first…… MORE
Listen to Carrie Underwood’s Hopeful New Single, “Love Wins”
Carrie Underwood dropped a new single, “Love Wins,” on Aug. 31. The hopeful tune, which was penned by Carrie, David Garcia and Brett James, follows the Top 10 success of lead single, “Cry Pretty,” from her upcoming album of the same name. The new album will be released on Sept. 14. Underwood co-wrote nine of…… MORE
Luke Bryan to Play Free Nashville Concert on Sept. 10
Luke Bryan will celebrate the grand opening of his new 30,000-square-foot restaurant, 32 Bridge Food + Drink, with a free concert in Nashville on Sept. 10. Located on the corner of 301 Broadway and 3rd Avenue, Luke’s 32 Bridge Food + Drink features six levels of entertainment space with eight bars, including four stages of…… MORE
Morgan Evans Announces Oct. 12 Release of Debut Album, “Things That We Drink To”
After topping the chart with “Kiss Somebody” and dropping his self-titled EP on Aug. 10, Morgan Evans has announced that he will release his debut album, Things That We Drink To, on Oct. 12. Morgan co-penned every track on the 11-song offering with a bevy of top songwriters, including Chris DeStefano, Josh Osborne, Jaren Johnston,…… MORE
Carrie Underwood Guests on Upcoming Episode of “Women Want to Hear Women” Podcast: “Women Are Not Getting the Same Opportunities”
If you take a look at the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week, you’ll only find four solo female artists with singles in the Top 40: Carrie Underwood (No. 9 – “Cry Pretty”), Maren Morris (No. 17 – “Rich”), Carly Pearce (No. 20 – “Hide the Wine”) and Kelsea Ballerini (No. 29 – “I Hate…… MORE
Watch Rachel Reinert “Play It Forward” by Covering Sheryl Crow’s “Strong Enough”
Rachel Reinert, formerly of Gloriana, stopped by the Nash campus last week to chat with Elaina Smith for her Women Want to Hear Women podcast (you can listen here). One of the podcast’s segments—“Play It Forward”—beckons the featured artist to perform a song from another female’s catalog. For her Play It Forward, Rachel covered Sheryl…… MORE
Lauren Alaina Cancels Shows Due to a “Family Medical Emergency”
Lauren Alaina canceled a pair of shows on Aug. 29 in Rochester, N.Y., and on Aug. 31 at the Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City, Fla., due to a “family medical emergency.” Lauren’s step-dad, Sam Ramker, has been battling Stage IV cancer since March. According to a Facebook post on Aug. 28, Sam was…… MORE
Luke Bryan Announces Lineup for 10th Annual Farm Tour, Including Chase Rice, Peach Pickers & More
Luke Bryan announced the lineup for his 10th annual Farm Tour: Chase Rice, Jon Langston, the Peach Pickers (Ben Hayslip, Dallas Davidson, Rhett Akins) and DJ Rock. The tour will make six stops this fall at farms in Ohio, Illinois, Iowa, Florida, South Carolina and Georgia between Sept. 27–Oct. 6. Over the years, Luke has…… MORE
Dylan Scott Talks Fatherhood, Success of Hit Single “Hooked,” Working on His Sophomore Album, Headlining Tour & More
Jim Casey talks with Dylan Scott about: the success of his 2017 No. 1 single, “My Girl” the birth of his first child, son Beckett, in December 2017 scoring another Top 5 hit with his current single, “Hooked” working on his upcoming sophomore album growing his fan base by playing more than 100 shows a…… MORE
Kip Moore, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Chris Janson & More to Perform at Inaugural Nashville Songwriter Awards
The inaugural Nashville Songwriter Awards—taking place on Sept. 19 at Ryman Auditorium—will feature star-studded performances from Darius Rucker, Kip Moore, Jewel, Lanco and more. Awards recognized throughout the evening will include Song, Songwriter, and Songwriter-Artist of the Year, as well as the “10 Songs I Wish I’d Written” awards. Country legend Bill Anderson will receive…… 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,…