The Academy of Country Music announced a trio of ACM Awards winners in the New Female, New Male and New Group of the Year categories. New Female Vocalist of the Year Lauren Alaina WINNER Danielle Bradbery Carly Pearce RaeLynn New Male Vocalist of the Year Brett Young WINNER Kane Brown Luke Combs Devin Dawson Russell…… MORE
Red Carpet Photo Gallery of “Nashville” Cast’s Farewell Concert at the Opry, Including Charles Esten, Chris Carmack, Clare Bowen & More
Stars of CMT’s Nashville celebrated their final season with a farewell concert in their show’s namesake city on March 25 at the Grand Ole Opry House. Nashville in Concert: Final Season Celebration featured cast members Charles Esten, Clare Bowen, Chris Carmack, Jonathan Jackson, Sam Palladio, Lennon Stella, Maisy Stella, Rainee Blake, Kaitlin Doubleday, Jake Etheridge…… MORE
Listen to Little Big Town Perform “Rocket Man” From Upcoming Elton John Tribute Album
Little Big Town got some intersetellar help for their cover of “Rocket Man” on the upcoming Elton John tribute album, Restoration, which drops on April 6. With the help of NASA’s Dr. Scott Bolton, LBT was able to utilize “space sounds” from the recent Mission Juno, which explored Jupiter. “One of the main reasons why…… MORE
Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd Get Hitched
Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd tied the knot on Saturday, March 24, during an outdoor ceremony in Nashville. The couple got engaged in July 2017 after meeting during a songwriting session in 2013. Maren and Ryan shared a couple of pics of their happy day on social media. Maren even referenced the Tim McGraw song…… MORE
Listen to Kacey Musgraves’ New Disco-Dancing Tune, “High Horse”
Kacey Musgraves is gearing up for the March 30 release of her new album, Golden Hour, by releasing its third tune—the disco-infused “High Horse.” Kacey, who co-penned the song with Trent Dabbs and Thomas Schleiter, says “High Horse” was inspired by her love of the Bee Gees. “First of all, I was on a huge…… MORE
Watch Miranda Lambert Team With the Oak Ridge Boys for Surprise Performance of “Elvira”
Miranda Lambert treated concertgoers at her Newark, N.J., show on March 22 to a surprise performance with the Oak Ridge Boys. As Miranda slow-jammed the Boys’ iconic hit, “Elvira,” she stopped mid-song, saying, “You know what would be even cooler? If the Oak Ridge Boys were here to sing this song with me.” On cue,…… MORE
Ryan Hurd Surprises Maren Morris With Engagement-Inspired Song, “Diamonds or Twine” [Listen]
Ryan Hurd gave his bride-to-be, Maren Morris, and early wedding gift with the release of “Diamonds or Twine” on March 23, one day before they are slated to get married. Ryan, who co-wrote the tune with Laura Veltz and Mark Trussell, played the song for Maren on the night in July 2017 that he asked…… MORE
Watch Cam and Smokey Robinson Sing “I Second That Emotion” From “CMT Crossroads”
Cam teamed with Motown legend Smokey Robinson for an episode of CMT Crossroads that was taped on March 6 at the Grand Ole Opry’s Studio A. As expected, Cam and Smokey joined forces on a number of songs from both of their catalogs, including “Tears of a Clown,” “Cruisin’,” “I Second That Emotion,” “Mayday,” “Burning…… MORE
Jason Aldean Talks New Son, New Album, New Tour & More
Jim Casey talks with Jason Aldean about: his four-month-old son, Memphis taking a break from the road to spend time with his family the goals for his upcoming album, Rearview Town, which drops on April 13 taking a risk by releasing an outside-the-box single like “You Make It Easy” his musical influences, including The Allman…… MORE
Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle & Dwight Yoakam to Join Forces for Upcoming “LSD Tour”
Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle and Dwight Yoakam will join forces this summer for the LSD Tour. The 18-date tour will kick off on June 12 in Boston and make stops in New York, San Diego, Nashville, Chicago and more. King Leg will serve as the opener. Tickets go on sale on March 30, with the…… 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,…