Written by Chase Rice, Ashley Gorley and Chris DeStefano, “Eyes On You” becomes the first number one song for Chase Rice as an artist.
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Music Spotlight: Jessie Ritter
After winning the NASH Next competition at the end of 2018, the former Belmont University graduate, Jessie Ritter signs a contract with Big Machine Label Group and releases first hit under their label, ‘Nothing But you’.
Read the full storyThomas Rhett ‘Ups the Ante’ with New Album, Center Point Road
Known to “Stretch Country Music’s Boundaries,” the “Country Superstar” Delivers an “Emotional Epic” Fourth Project.
Read the full storyMusic Spotlight: For King and Country
For KING & COUNTRY will be performing at Dollywood’s Rock the Smokies Christian Music Festival on August 24 at the Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville on September 29.
Read the full storyMusic Spotlight: ABI Makes Her Bluebird Debut
After playing arenas with Kelly Clarkson and Pentatonix, ABI make her Bluebird Cafe debut.
Read the full storyLee Greenwood and Michael W. Smith Perform at the 107th Annual First Lady’s Luncheon
For the second year in a row, Greenwood delivered an inspiring rendition of ‘God Bless The U.S.A.’ to over 1,8000 esteemed members and guests at the Washington Hilton on behalf of The Congressional Club.
Read the full storyNashville Symphony Fashion Show
With an opulence and glamour rarely featured in Nashville venues, the annual Nashville Symphony Fashion Show is not to be missed.
Read the full storyKenny Chesney Wins Billboard Music Award
Kenny Chesney wins Billboard Music Award for Top Country Tour.
Read the full storyKelsea Ballerini Becomes Newest Member of Grand Ole Opry
Kelsea Ballerini was inducted as the newest and youngest current member of the Grand Ole Opry tonight by Carrie Underwood, an Opry member since 2008.
Read the full storyMarty Stuart Is the 2019 Artist in Residence at the Country Music Hall of Fame
Marty Stuart is the 16th Artist in Residence for the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Read the full storyMichael W. Smith’s Star-Studded Tribute Featuring 50 Artists Set for April 30th
Billy Ray Cyrus, Charlie Daniels, Gavin DeGraw, Home Free, The Katinas, Wes King, Nicole C. Mullins, Michael Tait, Matthew Ward and Zach Williams join the star-studded tribute concert ’35 Years Of Friends: Celebrating The Music Of Michael W. Smith’ at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.
Read the full storyThe Preds Are in the NHL Playoffs and Nashville is Celebrating
‘Preds Party in the Park’ planned for Walk of Fame Park on Wednesday and Saturday to kick off 2019 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Large screen, food trucks and more will be available at viewing parties for home games.
Read the full storyGrand Ole’ Opry ‘Salute the Troops’ Show Will Honor U.S. Military on May 21st
The Grand Ole’ Opry will Salute the Troops with a special show on May 21. Ninety-five-year-old veteran, Ernie Andrus, who is running across America, will lead a red carpet parade Into the Opry House.
Read the full storyOpry Entertainment Launches New Video Series ‘The Write Stuff’
New series will tell the story behind some of country music’s biggest hits.
Read the full storyHatch Show Print Celebrates 140 Years of Letterpress Printing
There are special celebrations in April to commemorate the 140 milestone anniversary of Hatch Showprints.
Read the full storyGeorge Strait Releases 30th Studio Album, Honky Tonk Time Machine
After collaborating with country music giants such as Bubba Strait, Dean Dillion, Luke Laird, Barry Dean, Lori McKenna and Willie Nelson, iconic entertainer, George Strait, continues his reign as the King of Country Music with the release today of his 30th career studio album ‘Honky Tonk Time Machine.’
Read the full storyNashville Symphony Releases Dates of Free Community Concerts
The Nashville Symphony has announced the schedule for its 2019 Community Concerts series, which will showcase the Grammy® Award-winning orchestra in free performances at seven public parks and green spaces throughout Middle Tennessee. An integral part of the organization’s mission to make great music accessible to everyone in the region, the Symphony’s Community Concerts have been a local summer tradition since 1974 and annually draw thousands of concertgoers. Admission to all seven concerts is free of charge. The 2019 series opens with a return to Centennial Park on June 6 as part of a special partnership with Musicians Corner. This year also features two first-time Community Concerts locations: Smith Springs Community Center in Antioch and The Estate at Cherokee Dock in Lebanon. The complete schedule is listed below: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, June 6: Centennial Park at Musicians Corner 7 p.m. Friday, June 7: Cumberland University, Lebanon 7 p.m. Saturday, June 8: Smith Springs Community Center, Antioch 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 9: Two Rivers Mansion, Donelson 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11: Historic Rock Castle, Hendersonville 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 25: Key Park, Lafayette 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 26: The Estate at Cherokee Dock, Lebanon The Nashville Symphony once again invites the…
Read the full storyThe Pilgrimage Music Festival Unveils 2019 Lineup
The Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival will be September 21 and 22 at The Park in Harlinsdale in historic Franklin, Tennessee.
Read the full storyHospitality Industry Job Fair is March 20 at Opry Mills
Jobs are available at Nashville area hotels, restaurants, venues, attractions and more.
Read the full storyKelsea Ballerini Invited to Join the Grand Ole Opry
Opry favorite, Little Big Town, surprises Kelsea Ballerini during Tuesday night Opry show.
Read the full storyThe Country Music Hall of Fame Museum Announces Exhibition Schedule for 2019
Museum will tell the stories of Brooks & Dunn, Boudleaux and Felice Bryant, Kacey Musgraves and Keith Whitley.
Read the full storyCeltic Woman Brings Irish Music to Nashville and the World
Celtic Woman consists of four of the most beautiful and talented musical performers in the world. I recently sat down with all four, Máiréad Carlin, Éabha McMahon, Tara McNeill, and Megan Walsh, as they took a break from rehearsal here in Nashville. We discussed the rich history of Irish Music and their incredible heritage, as well as their latest album Celtic Woman: Ancient Land. The album’s release date was 26 October 2018. This is the group’s thirteenth studio album and eleventh DVD. On Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019, they kick off their 70-city, United States portion of a world tour in Nashville at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Andrew Jackson Hall. Celtic Woman has been together since 2005 with a different lineup over the years. They may be a household name in Ireland, but that shortchanges their appeal around the world. The global superstars are highly recognized and are probably the best known Irish musical group since U2. This version is probably the most talented. Their passion for music and their fans is contagious. Like most of their albums, Ancient Land brings a mixture of traditional Irish songs with contemporary arrangements. This particular album was dedicated to Dave Kavanagh, one of…
Read the full storyChris Tomlin’s Third-Annual ‘Good Friday Nashville’ Concert Scheduled for April 19
Tickets to Chris Tomlin’s Third-Annual‘Good Friday Nashville’ to benefit Tennessee Kids Belong are available now.
Read the full storyNashville Symphony Unveils 2019/2020 Lineup
Season tickets now available to events including Beethoven 250th birthday celebration, Pops Series performances by
Trisha Yearwood, live orchestra recording projects and blockbuster films from Disney, Harry Potter and Star Wars.
Music Spotlight: J Roddy Walston and the Business
J Roddy Walston and the Business rock the Cannery Ballroom in Nashville, Tennessee.
Read the full story‘Country Music: Live at the Ryman’ Will Be Recorded for Broadcast on PBS on March 27
The celebration of the documentary will feature appearances by Dierks Bentley, Rosanne Cash, Rodney Crowell, Rhiannon Giddens, Vince Gill, Brenda Lee, Kathy Mattea, Ketch Secor, Ricky Skaggs, Marty Stuart, Asleep at the Wheel, Holly Williams and Dwight Yoakam.
Read the full storyNashville Has Two New Records: 15.2 Million Visitors in 2018
Even with the flooding prior to New Year’s Eve, the event generated record spending at $23 Million.
Read the full storyMusic Spotlight: Whiskey Myers
Whiskey Myers are currently on the road for their 2019 Die Rockin’ Tour, which kicked off January 24 continues across the U.S. before making stops at Stagecoach and Cotton Fest then heading overseas this spring for 15 European dates.
Read the full storyRandy Travis Announces New Memoir: ‘Forever and Ever, Amen’
In his long-awaited memoir, Forever and Ever, Amen: A Memoir of Music, Faith, and Braving the Storms of Life, Travis opens up for the first time, sharing the deeply personal stories of his life.
Read the full storyBluegrass Nights at the Ryman Returns This Summer
Springer Mountain Farms presents Bluegrass Nights at the Ryman. The lineup includes favorites Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Dailey and Vincent and more.
Read the full storyThe Country Music Hall of Fame Announces it’s First New Exhibit of 2019
American Currents: The Music of 2018 opens Friday, March 8 at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Some of the artists featured include Jason Aldean, Bobby Bones, Brothers Osborne, Kane Brown, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Reba McEntire, Carly Pearce, Pistol Annies, John Prine, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and more.
Read the full storyLoretta Lynn Celebrates 86th Birthday with Friends April 1 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena
AEG Presents a once in a lifetime event with Loretta Lynn: An All-Star Birthday Celebration Concert. Performing will be by Alan Jackson, Brandy Clark, Darius Rucker, Garth Brooks, George Strait, Jack White, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Margo Price, Martina McBride, Miranda Lambert, Pistol Annies and Trisha Yearwood.
Read the full storyKeith Urban Entertains 200,000 Fans on New Year’s Eve in Nashville
Joining the lineup with 2018 CMA Entertainer of the Year winner Urban were Grammy-winning rocker Peter Frampton; Country artist Brett Young, the Academy of Country Music’s New Male Vocalist of the Year; genre-bending rock/pop band Judah & the Lion; critically-acclaimed pop rock singer/songwriter Caitlyn Smith; contemporary soul and rock artist Devon Gilfillian; and the Fisk Jubilee Singers.
Read the full storyOver 35 Artists Will Celebrate 35 Number-One Hits and the 35th Anniversary of Michael W. Smith’s ‘Friends’
In a once-in-a-lifetime tribute event, friends and fellow musicians will pay tribute to Michael W Smith’s 35-year career on April 30, 2019, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee with lots of surprises and magical collaborations.
Read the full storyCountry Music Hall of Fame and Museum Offers a Day of Free Admission
Runaway June to headline a full day of activity that includes Songwriter Sessions with Pat Alger and Jamie Floyd, a Musician Spotlight with Dom Flemons, Hatch Show Print demonstrations and more.
Read the full storyHootie and the Blowfish Reunite for a 44 City ‘Group Therapy Tour’
Hootie and the Blowfish with special guest Barenaked Ladies embark on 44 city 2019 ‘Group Therapy Tour.’
Read the full storyAlison Krauss and Other Guests to Join Keith and Kristyn Getty for ‘Sing! An Irish Christmas’ at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on December 21
Modern hymn-writers Keith and Kristyn Getty will bring their seventh annual Sing! An Irish Christmas tour to Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Friday, December 21, at 7:30 p.m. The duo will revisit popular hymns and Christmas carols during a performance that will include appearances by Alison Krauss, Phil Keaggy and Scott Mulvahill.
Read the full story2018 CMA Entertainer of the Year Keith Urban Returns for Third Time to Headline Nashville’s New Year’s Eve
Diverse Lineup for “Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight” at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park Includes Peter Frampton, Kelsea Ballerini Judah & the Lion, Caitlyn Smith, Devon Gilfillian and Fisk Jubilee Singers.
Read the full storyNashville Symphony’s Curb Concerto Competition is Open for Young Musicians
Nashville Symphony’s Annual scholarship program open to aspiring Tennessee musicians ages 14-18.
Read the full storyTrace Adkins Releases Exclusive Video in Conjunction with Shriners’ Hospitals
Trace Akins releases a new video for Shriners’ Hospitals and entertains fans throughout the holiday season at Gaylord Opryland’s dinner show: “A Trace Adkins Christmas featuring songs from The King’s Gift.”
Read the full storyJimmie Allen Makes History as First Black Artist to Launch Career with No.1 Single Debut on Country Radio
“Best Shot” Singer Joins Darius Rucker as Second Black Solo Country Artist to Have Debut Single in Top Spot.
Read the full storyCountry Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member, Roy Clark Dies at 85
Roy Clark, the legendary ‘superpicker’, Grammy, CMA and ACM award winner, Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member and co-host of the famed ‘Hee Haw’ television series, died today at the age of 85 due to complications from pneumonia at home in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Read the full storyWillie Nelson to be Honored With a Tribute Show at Bridgestone Arena
Willie: Life & Songs Of An American Outlaw will feature star-studded performances by Willie Nelson, Alison Krauss, The Avett Brothers, George Strait, Jack Johnson, John Mellencamp, Kris Kristofferson, Lee Ann Womack, Lyle Lovett, Norah Jones and The Little Willies, Sheryl Crow, Susan Tedeschi & Derek Trucks, and Vince Gill.
Read the full storyMusic Spotlight: Smallpools Stumbles Home to Nashville
Smallpools is releasing their new EP, ‘So Social’ on December 7th and kicking off their 2019 tour on December 2nd at the Basement in Nashville, Tennessee.
Read the full storyMichael Ray Teams Up With Nashville Humane Association for Hurricane Relief
Week-long pet supply drive wraps up November 9th at the Nashville Humane Association.
Read the full storyChris Tomlin’s Holy Roar Available Now
National Television Performances Set For ‘Good Morning America’and ‘Pickler & Ben’.
Read the full storyMusic Spotlight: Stephanie Owens Talks Family, Faith, and Country Music
Nashville, TN — Stephanie Owens grew up in a musical family. Her dad was a high school choral director and her mom was a classical organist. She knew from a young age that performing was what she born to do. “I had an old turkey-baster for a microphone and ran around the couch for my stage,” she said. When Stephanie was 19 years old and attending Liberty University in Lynchburg, she gained experience in front of the camera and in the studio. She made her film debut when she was chosen to play the starring role of Faith Garrett in Finding Faith the movie, co-starring Erik Estrada. The movie was released nationally in 2014 on Netflix and at Wal-Mart and other retailers. The movie soundtrack includes Stephanie singing a featured song and a lullaby which she composed for the film. (Read more here.) Even though she is a talented actress, she always knew she wanted to pursue the singing route more because “you can be more you as opposed to being a character.” Because there is definitely a spiritual element to her songs, I wondered why she chose to pursue country music as opposed to Christian music. Stephanie stated that she…
Read the full storyBrett Young to Receive ASCAP’s Songwriter-Artist of the Year Award
Fueling momentum from his Platinum debut album and four consecutive No. 1 singles, Brett Young has now been named the 2018 ASCAP Country Songwriter-Artist of the Year. Young will be celebrated at the 56th Annual ASCAP Country Music Awards on Monday, November 12 in Nashville. The Songwriter-Artist of the Year Award is earned by the songwriter who has written and recorded at least two songs that, collectively, have amassed the greatest airplay during a predetermined time period. The Big Machine Music writer’s chart-topping singles, “In Case You Didn’t Know” (3X platinum) and “Like I Loved You” (platinum), will be among the most-performed songs honored at the awards event. Young commented on the impressive accolade: “I have been with ASCAP from the very beginning, and they have always made me feel like a part of the family, especially ASCAP’s Michael Martin and Robert Filhart. I also want to give a huge thank you to everyone in the songwriting community and in country music who welcomed me right away. I moved to Nashville to be a songwriter and it was a happy accident that I also became an artist. I’ve gotten better because I am lucky enough to get into rooms with incredible…
Read the full storyDarius Rucker Celebrates 9th Number One Hit ‘For the First Time’
Darius Rucker, along with songwriters Derek George and Scooter Caruso, celebrate number one hit at ASCAP Nashville.
Read the full storyMusic Spotlight: Emily Hackett
The songs on Emily Hackett’s EP, By the Sun, bring a fresh new vibe to the traditional county music story-telling and provide an enjoyable experience for all music lovers.
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