Dierks Bentley’s trusted furry friend Jake—well known to many of Dierks’ fans—left the Bentley family this past July. The 15-year-old dog was at Dierks’ side at everything from red carpets and radio interviews to family events and onstage. Since Jake’s passing, it seems that Dierks’ other dog, George, was getting a little lonely. So Dierks…… MORE
Life’s a Beach
Kenny Chesney will return for the third time to headline 2017’s Rock the Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., April 7–9. If you want to see Kenny in 2017, Tortuga is one of only a handful of dates he’ll be playing. The full lineup is coming soon, and tickets are on sale now.… MORE
Watch Willie Nelson Get “On the Road Again” in New Volkswagen Commercial
Willie Nelson has gotten a lot of mileage out of his 1980 No. 1 hit “On the Road Again.” In addition to winning a Grammy for Best Country Song in 1981 and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song in the movie Honeysuckle Rose, the tune has been featured in Forrest Gump, South…… MORE
Watch Jason Aldean Discuss the “Solid” Title Track to His New Album, “They Don’t Know”
If case you haven’t been paying attention, Jason Aldean released his brand-new album, They Don’t Know, last week (Sept. 16) and has been touring the Northeast—including selling out Fenway Park in Boston—while making appearances on Good Morning America and The Tonight Starring Jimmy Fallon. Needless to say, Jason has been busy, but he made time…… MORE
Justin Moore Teases “Something Exciting in the Works for the Beginning of Next Year”
Justin Moore released his third consecutive Billboard No. 1 album, Kinda Don’t Care, in August. Currently, he’s enjoying a Top 5 single, “You Look Like I Need a Drink,” while he hits the road with tourmates Brantley Gilbert and Colt Ford. Justin is having such a great 2016, it’s hard to believe he’s already looking…… MORE
The Band Perry on Writing “Comeback Kid,” Keeping It Country and Upcoming New Album
Lisa talks with Kimberly, Reid and Neil of The Band Perry about hair color, their new personal single, “Comeback Kid,” their recent challenges with record label changes, pop music rumors and more. Show Participants The Band Perry Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Notes & Links The Band Perry website “Comeback Kid” Lyric Video…… MORE
Mickey Guyton Talks “HeartBreak Song,” Writing About Her Ex and Meeting The Legendary Dolly Parton
In 2015, Mickey Guyton blasted onto the country music scene with her power ballad “Better Than You Left Me,” written about moving on from the heartbreak of an ex-boyfriend. After hearing of the ex’s braggadocious ways, Mickey did what any self-respecting songwriter would do—she wrote another song about him. Mickey’s current single, “Heartbreak Song,” which…… MORE
Who’s New: Luke Combs
Born: Charlotte, N.C. Lives: Nashville Age: 26 Single: “Hurricane” Album: This One’s for You (coming this fall) Influences: Vince Gill, Brooks & Dunn, Clint Black, Eric Church Twitter: @LukeCombsMusic Inside Scoop After picking up the guitar at age 21 while attending Appalachian State University (Eric Church’s alma mater) in Boone, N.C., Luke Combs began playing…… MORE
Who’s New: Sarah Dunn Band
Current Single: “Dirty” EP: Wild Wild Heart Hometown: Neosho, Missouri Influences: Hank Williams Jr., Patsy Cline, Diamond Rio, Vince Gill, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday In Brief: Growing up in a musical family gave Sarah Dunn the motivation she needed to begin a career in country music. At the age of 13, with her mother on the…… MORE
Who’s New: Kalie Shorr
Current Single: “Fight Like A Girl” Current EP: The Y2K Mixtape Hometown: Portland, Maine Age: 22 Influences: Dixie Chicks, Faith Hill, Shania Twain, Dolly Parton Twitter: @kalieshorr Inside Scoop Growing up in Maine, the youngest of seven kids with a single mom, Kalie Shorr wrote her first song at the age of 6 and started…… MORE
Blogs
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,…