It’s safe to say Keith Urban is on the Foy Vance bandwagon. Keith surprised viewers during the 2019 ACM Awards in April when he performed a live cover of little-known song, “Burden,” which was penned by Irish singer/songwriter Foy Vance. The tune, which originally appeared on Foy’s 2016 album, The Wild Swan, had a profound…… MORE
Dolly Parton Opens $37-Million “Wildwood Grove” Expansion at Dollywood With New Roller Coaster, Climbing Structure & More [Photo Gallery]
Dolly Parton hosted the grand opening of the $37-million Wildwood Grove expansion at her Dollywood theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., on May 10 and 11. Wildwood Grove, which represents the largest capital investment in Dollywood’s 33-year history, features 11 new experiences for guests, including a new restaurant, climbing structure and roller coaster called the…… MORE
CMA’s “Introducing Nashville Tour” Headed to Europe With Chris Lane, Devin Dawson, Danielle Bradbery, Rachel Wammack & More
The Country Music Association launched its international touring series, Introducing Nashville, in March with a bevy of artists—Brandy Clark, Devin Dawson, Lindsay Ell, Lauren Jenkins, Logan Mize and Tenille Townes—performing in the Netherlands, Germany, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. The series is coming to Norway, Sweden, England and more this fall with a lineup that…… MORE
Chris & Morgane Stapleton Welcome Fifth Child
Chris Stapleton and wife Morgane welcomed their fifth child on May 12, according to a post on Morgane’s Instagram page. Morgane didn’t provide any details regarding the baby’s sex or name, but she did share a photo of the newborn’s hand intertwined with hers and the caption: “The most perfect Mother’s day…I wish all you…… MORE
“UglyDolls” Movie With Blake Shelton & Kelly Clarkson Is Flopping at the Box Office
The new UglyDolls movie is not performing as hoped at the box office. After opening on May 3, the flick has reportedly only grossed $14.2 million domestically, according to Box Office Mojo, with a $45 million production budget. MovieWeb.com reported: “Unfortunately, with such a tepid debut, it’s long-term prospects aren’t great, even when factoring in…… MORE
Benefit Concert at Marbury High School Featuring Shackelford Lane and Others
The Marbury High School Football Program is hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, May 18th at the school. A benefit concert featuring Shachkelford Lane, the popular local country trio as the headliner of the night. Plus, there will be multiple food trucks offering a great bite to eat and refreshments. A fun night to support the…… MORE
41st Running of the Montgomery Jubilee Run to Support the Police Relief Fund
Come on out and bring your running buddies to Montgomery’s oldest running event! The tradition proudly continues with the 41st running of the Montgomery Jubilee Run at Old Alabama Town, on Saturday, June 1st! This year’s event hosted by the River Region Runners Club, celebrates Alabama’s bicentennial, and proudly supports the Police Relief Fund.… MORE
Watch Luke Combs’ TV Debut of “Beer Never Broke My Heart” on “The Tonight Show”
Luke Combs took his talent to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on May 9 to perform his new single, “Beer Never Broke My Heart.” Luke co-penned the new tune with Jonathan Singleton and Randy Montana while on the road for his Don’t Tempt Me With a Good Time Tour. “We wrote ‘Beer Never Broke…… MORE
Brett Young and Charles Kelley Team Up for Acoustic Version of No. 1 Hit, “Here Tonight” [Listen]
Brett Young is releasing a new video series, Acoustic Sessions, that features stripped-down performances of songs from his recent sophomore album, Ticket to L.A. The first installment teams Brett with Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley for a performance of “Here Tonight,” which the tandem co-penned with Ben Caver and Justin Ebach. The tune reached No. 1…… MORE
Vince Gill to Release New Album, “Okie,” on Aug. 23 + Listen to Sentimental New Song, “A Letter to My Mama”
Oklahoma native Vince Gill will pay homage to his home state with the release of his new album, Okie, on Aug. 23. The album’s title is taken from the once-derogatory term used to disparage migrants from Oklahoma to the nation’s west coast during the Dust Bowl and Great Depression eras. A proud Oklahoman, Vince has…… MORE
