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2025 CMA Awards Winners

2025 CMA Awards Winners

Country music’s biggest night returned to Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday as the 59th Annual CMA Awards brought together the industry’s top artists, songwriters and musicians. With standout live performances and several history-making wins, the evening highlighted both longtime favorites and new names shaping the future of the genre. Lainey Wilson, …

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Jonah Kagen’s “Candy Land” Live From Nashville

Jonah Kagen - Candy Land

“Live from Nashville!” Well, sort of. Jonah Kagen didn’t take the stage at a honky-tonk on Broadway — instead, he set up three microphones in the middle of an open field and strummed his 12-string Guild guitar, singing his new single “Candyland” in a stunning live performance.  I used …

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BMI Celebrates Clint Black and the Top Country Songs of 2025

BMI Celebrates Clint Black and the Top Country Songs of 2025

BMI honored the legacy of Clint Black and recognized the year’s top songwriters, songs and publishers at the 2025 BMI Country Awards, held tonight in Nashville. The annual event, now in its 73rd year, celebrated the creators behind Country music’s 50 most-performed songs. BMI President & CEO Mike O’Neill hosted …

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The Band of Heathens Give a Sneak Peak with Single “High On Our Own Supply”

The Band of Heathens

Austin’s own The Band of Heathens are gearing up for a big 2026 with the announcement of their brand-new album, Country Sides. Fans get an early taste of what’s to come with the soulful new single “High On Our Own Supply”, arriving Wednesday, November 19 alongside the official album announcement. …

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Looking To Get Into the Christmas Spirit Near Nashville? David Phelps Has You Covered

Looking To Get Into the Christmas Spirit Near Nashville? David Phelps Has You Covered

If you’re searching for a truly unforgettable way to welcome the Christmas season in Middle Tennessee, look no further than one of the area’s most cherished holiday traditions: David Phelps’ Christmas spectacular, tucked away in the beautiful foothills just outside Nashville. Each year, the celebrated tenor transforms his family farm …

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Cavefest 2025: Bluegrass, Friendship, And A Little “Rocky Top” Magic

A guitar-playing older man with a long white beard performing on stage.

If you ever needed proof that Cavefest just keeps getting better with age, this year’s Cavefest 2025 at The Caverns in Pelham, Tennessee last weekend was it. With a world-class lineup, perfect fall weather, and that unmistakable blend of music and community that only happens at Cavefest, this year’s festival …

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Watch Jake Banfield’s New Video “Thought of You”

Jake Banfield

NASHVILLE: This week’s Nashville Pick is Jake Banfield, with a longing to “Thought of You”.  Born with the soul of a storyteller, Jake Banfield delivers every lyric like it’s ripped straight from his chest — raw, vulnerable, and unshakably resilient. His powerful voice and natural songwriting instincts nearly slipped through …

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Travis Bolt – Coming Home

Travis Bolt

NASHVILLE: This week’s Nashville Pick is Travis Bolt, with a longing to “Coming Home”. Rising out of East Texas with grit, soul, and a whole lot of hard-earned truth, Travis Bolt is gearing up for a breakout moment. His debut full-length album Burning Bridges arrives January 16, 2026 via Gravel …

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Better Than Ezra to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut Ahead of Pilgrimage

Better Than Ezra to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut Ahead of Pilgrimage

Even after 37 years of unforgettable moments, Better Than Ezra is still hitting new milestones. The iconic Platinum rock band — Kevin Griffin, Tom Drummond, Jim Payne, and Michael Jerome — will step onto one of the most hallowed stages in music history when they make their Grand Ole Opry …

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