In a month’s time, the Country Music Association will elect one new member/act to the Country Music Hall of Fame in each of its three categories: Modern Era, Veteran Era and Songwriter/Musician/Non-Performer (this category rotates, and this year a songwriter will be elected). For this article, I’m focusing on the Modern Era candidates, who are…… MORE
Sam Hunt Says He Is “Getting Married in a Couple of Months”
Forget about a lengthy engagement. Sam Hunt isn’t going to let fiancée Hannah Lee Fowler slip through his fingers again. Sam and Hannah Lee got engaged over the Christmas holiday, and it sounds like they’ve already scheduled a wedding date in the near future. During the annual Universal Music Group luncheon—which is part of Country…… MORE
Get Moved by the Spirit of Little Big Town’s Performance of “Rollin’” on “Jimmy Fallon” + Watch Them Play a Game of Musical Beers
February 24 is finally here, which means the release of Little Big Town’s new album, The Breaker, as well as the date they kick off their residency at the Ryman Auditorium—and the quartet didn’t waste a moment’s celebration as they stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to get the late-night party started last…… MORE
Watch Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton & Vince Gill Make a Magical Guitar Moment
Country Radio Seminar attendees got an extra serving of dessert at Universal Music Group’s lunch show today at the Ryman Auditorium. As Keith Urban finished the final verse of his latest hit, “Blue Ain’t Your Color,” he was joined onstage by Chris Stapleton and Vince Gill for an amazing three-guitar jam session. They each took several turns playing…… MORE
After Getting Schooled by Brad Paisley, Brett Young Is Ready to Keep the “Positive Experience” Rolling on Luke Bryan’s Tour
Brett Young’s debut single, “Sleep Without You,” climbed to the top of the Mediabase chart to close out 2016, but before he reached the milestone accomplishment, the California native got some valuable schooling as part of Brad Paisley’s Country Nation College Tour in the fall. As Brett joins Luke Bryan’s Kill the Lights Tour tonight…… MORE
With the Discovery of 7 New Planets, It’s “A Whole New World” in Today’s 10-Minute Tune
Singer/songwriters Jeffrey East and Brandon Green stopped by NASH morning show Ty, Kelly & Chuck for today’s 10-minute tune, which challenges artists to craft a song—in 10 minutes or less—on a relevant topic of the day. With yesterday’s announcement that seven Earth-sized planets have been discovered outside our solar system, Jeffrey and Brandon—with an assist…… MORE
After His Debut No. 1 Single, William Michael Morgan Goes “Missing” (In a Good Way)
After spending 49 weeks on the Mediabase chart, William Michael Morgan’s debut single, “I Met a Girl,” finally reached the top spot in October 2016. The almost-yearlong climb was the longest run to a No. 1 in the chart’s history. “Everybody believed in us, and it really goes back to the team, from management to…… MORE
Charles Kelley’s Son, Ward, Helps Dad With New Lady Antebellum Music
The Instagram baby battle has begun. Yesterday (Feb. 22), Carrie Underwood posted an adorable video of her son, Isaiah, in the car singing along to “Jesus Loves Me.” Today (Feb.23), Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley posted an equally adorable video of his son, Ward, getting down to some new Lady Antebellum music. Charles posted the video…… MORE
Watch Keith Urban’s Knockout Performance of Stripped-Down Version of “The Fighter”
Keith Urban came out swinging on Wednesday night (Feb. 22) during an intimate performance at the Country Music Hall of Fame. The event was part of Country Radio Seminar, an industry-only gathering where radio programmers and personalities descend on Nashville for three days. Gathered in the Hall of Fame’s Ford Theater, Keith talked with host…… MORE
Bad to the Bone: Darius Rucker Gets His Wish to Be the “Worst Dude on the Planet”
Darius Rucker, country music’s consummate Mr. Nice Guy—seriously, find me one person who doesn’t love Hootie—will become the “worst dude on the planet” during an upcoming episode of Hawaii 5-0. On Friday, February 24, Darius guest stars on the CBS series as Desmond Abati, a terrorist bomb-maker. “I play the main villain and I’m a…… 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,…