Jerry Holthouse

Music editor for Nashville.com. Jerry Holthouse is a content writer, songwriter and a graphic designer. He owns and runs Holthouse Creative, a full service creative agency. He is an avid outdoorsman and a lover of everything music. You can contact him at JerryHolthouse@Nashville.com

Sierra Hull Makes History With First-Ever Signature Gibson Mandolin

Sierra Hull Makes History With First-Ever Signature Gibson Mandolin

Sierra Hull, the two-time GRAMMY®-nominated mandolin virtuoso, singer, guitarist, and songwriter, has etched her name into music history once again—this time by becoming the first female artist to have a signature Gibson mandolin. Known for her genre-defying talent and deep reverence for the bluegrass tradition, Hull now joins an elite …

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CONCERT REVIEW: Blackberry Smoke Brings Southern Rock Fire To The Ryman

CONCERT REVIEW: Blackberry Smoke At The Ryman

There are certain nights at the Ryman Auditorium that feel less like concerts and more like communal celebrations of real-deal music—and Saturday night’s show with Blackberry Smoke, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, and Shannon McNally was one of those unforgettable nights. The evening kicked off with the soulful voice …

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Sam Hunt Scores His 11th Number One

Sam Hunt Scores His 11th Number One

Sam Hunt is back at the top of the charts this week, landing his 11th solo No. 1 on the Mediabase Country chart with his latest single, “Country House.” (watch above) The chart-topping track is featured on Hunt’s 2024 EP LOCKED UP, and continues his impressive streak of hits over …

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Opry Partners With Virgin Music For 100 Country’s Greatest Songs Album

The Grand Ole Opry has partnered with Virgin Music Group to release OPRY 100: Country’s Greatest Songs. The exclusive album commemorates 100 years of the Opry, featuring 20 never-before-released live recordings from its iconic stage. OPRY 100: Country’s Greatest Songs is set for worldwide release on November 7th, just weeks …

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The Basement East To Host Ozzy Osbourne Tribute Benefit For Parkinson’s

The Basement East To Host Ozzy Osbourne Tribute Benefit For Parkinson’s

Nashville’s music community is coming together in a big way to honor a rock icon and support an important cause. On August 21st, The Basement East will host a special benefit concert celebrating the music and enduring legacy of the Prince of Darkness himself—Ozzy Osbourne — with all proceeds going …

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Tyler Childers Releases New Album — Coming To GEODIS Park

Tyler Childers Releases New Album — Coming To GEODIS Park

Tyler Childers has officially released his long-awaited new album Snipe Hunter today via Hickman Holler Records/RCA Records, marking another chapter in the artist’s ever-evolving career. The 13-track collection is now available on all major platforms, and fans can also check out the brand-new video for the lead single “Eatin’ Big …

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Jake Worthington To Release Sophomore Album

Jake Worthington To Release Sophomore Album

Big Loud’s Texas-born country traditionalist Jake Worthington is back with a brand-new collection of honky tonk heaters and heartfelt twang. His sophomore album, When I Write The Song, is set for release on September 12, following the critically acclaimed self-titled debut that first introduced Nashville and beyond to his pure, …

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Luke Combs Saddles Up With New Single And Star-Studded Video

Luke Combs Becomes Highest RIAA-Certified Country Artist In History

Luke Combs is back with a brand-new single, and it’s already revving engines. His latest release, “Back in the Saddle,” dropped today via Columbia Nashville, accompanied by a high-octane music video featuring NASCAR royalty Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Richard Petty (watch above). Directed by Tyler Adams, the cinematic video blends …

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Brandi Carlile & Harvey Mason Jr. Will Kick Off Americanafest Business Conference

Brandi Carlile & Harvey Mason Jr. Will Kick Off Americanafest Business Conference

The Americana Music Association will welcome GRAMMY-winning artist Brandi Carlile and Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. to launch the start of the AMERICANAFEST Business and Educational Conference in Nashville on September 10. For over two decades, AMERICANAFEST has hosted its business conference in Nashville, providing a premier educational forum …

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Cyndi Thomson Teams Up With Ashley Monroe For “Black Celica”

Cyndi Thomson Teams Up With Ashley Monroe For “Black Celica”

Platinum-selling country artist Cyndi Thomson returns with a deeply moving visual for her latest single, “Black Celica,” (watch above) a hauntingly beautiful collaboration with GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Ashley Monroe. Directed by Zack Knudsen and Kate Clark, the video perfectly captures the emotional landscape of a love that lingers long after it’s …

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