Country Music
Josh Turner’s “Long Black Train” Gets Certified 2x Platinum By The RIAA
What Do Gold And Platinum Certifications Mean? “Long Black Train,” one of Josh Turner’s signature songs, has now been certified 2x Platinum by the RIAA. The Recording Industry Association of America, or RIAA, is the organization that bestows Gold, Platinum, and Diamond certifications in the United States. According to the RIAA website, these certifications: “…have come […]
Lady A’s Hillary Scott Releases Original Christmas Song With Her 11-Year-Old Daughter
Hillary Scott Drops Original Holiday Song “Hard to Wait for Christmas” It seems musical talent runs in the Scott family, with Lady A’s Hillary Scott’s new song featuring her eldest daughter. The adorable song “Hard to Wait for Christmas” is a fun holiday tune where the mother-daughter duo belt out the catchy track about the excitement leading […]
Jelly Roll Reveals He Threw His Cell Phone Into a River, “It Was Too Stressful”
Jelly Roll Says He Felt “Overwhelmed” by His Phone Jelly Roll shared that having a phone was causing him to feel an overwhelming sense of guilt. It’s no surprise that Jelly Roll is hard to reach, given his packed schedule of sold-out shows and appearances. However, contacting him just got even harder because he decided to […]
Kelly Clarkson Covers Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” For “Kellyoke”
Brenda Lee’s “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree” Is One Of The Most Iconic Holiday Songs In History It’s time to enjoy Kelly Clarkson’s version of “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree!” Brenda Lee was only 13 years old when she recorded a song that has since gone on to become a Christmas classic. Of course, they song […]
In Memoriam: Remembering The Country Stars & Friends We Lost In 2024
Paying Tribute To The Members Of The Country Music Community Who Passed Away In 2024 As 2024 comes to a close, this “In Memoriam” list is an ode to the country stars we lost. Absolute icons such as Toby Keith and Kris Kristofferson were among those who passed away in 2024, sparking emotional tributes from their fellow artists. Sadly, the country music […]
5 Killer Country Guitar Solos From The 1990s That Are Unmatched Even Today
5 Unbeatable Country Guitar Solos That Will Always Stand Out The ’90s are often referred to as the “golden era” of country music. During this time, the genre experienced huge success, becoming more mainstream and introducing some of today’s biggest stars. Not only did we hear country music like never before, but the use of […]
Cody Johnson and Lainey Wilson Surprise Vegas Crowd with Classic Country Duet
Cody Johnson and Lainey Wilson Deliver Surprise Duet in Las Vegas Cody Johnson and Lainey Wilson delivered an unforgettable moment in Las Vegas this weekend. During the final show of Johnson’s 2024 Leather Tour, the country stars surprised fans with a duet of the classic hit “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be […]
LIST: The 10 Most-Played Artists On Country Radio This Year (In Order)
Mediabase reveals the artists who received the most airplay on country radio in 2024 Which artists dominated country radio this year? As 2024 comes to a close, Mediabase has pulled the data and compiled the top 10 artists who had the strongest presence on US country radio. 10. Kane Brown Kane Brown’s crossover style continues […]
Chris Stapleton Joins Legendary Harmonica Player Mickey Raphael for Rendition of “Georgia on My Mind”
Chris Stapleton Performs Alongside Legendary Harmonica Player Mickey Raphael Chris Stapleton and Mickey Raphael performed a breathtaking version of the classic song “Georgia on My Mind.” During a recent appearance at the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville, Tennessee, Mickey Raphael, Willie Nelson’s longtime harmonica player, took the spotlight for a headlining show. Throughout the night, the […]
Morgan Wallen Admits He ‘Doubted God’s Plan’ in Emotional Message to Fans
As he closes out 2024, Morgan Wallen reflected on the highs and lows of his success in an emotional, cinematic video message packaged as a “thank you” to his fanbase. The singer spent much of his year on the road for his One Night at a Time Tour, and that trek also featured heavily into […]