Nashville Music Scene w/ Jerry Holthouse

The latest news on Nashville’s Music Scene brought to you by Jerry Holthouse.

LISTEN: Sarah Harralson’s Audio Premiere of “It Can’t Rain All The Time”

Nashville-based country artist Sarah Harralson is leaning into light after darkness with her newest release, “It Can’t Rain All The Time,” a moving, soul-tinged track inspired by a memorable line from the культ classic film The Crow. (listen above) The single is available now across all major streaming platforms, with …

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2026 Red Bull Jukebox Songwriting Competition Taking Submissions

2026 Red Bull Jukebox Songwriting Competition Taking Submissions

Nashville’s songwriting spotlight is heating up once again as Red Bull officially launches the third annual Red Bull Jukebox Songwriting Competition, with submissions now open through July 31. Songwriters nationwide are invited to submit an original track for a shot at performing live at the next Red Bull Jukebox event …

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Grand Ole Opry “Salute the Troops” May 19

The Grand Ole Opry, in its 100th year, will honor the United States military and mark the USA’s upcoming 250th birthday with the return of a red-carpet parade and a special Salute the Troops Opry performance on Tuesday, May 19. Among the artists scheduled to perform are Opry member Craig Morgan, who serves as an Army …

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WATCH: Ashley Cooke's Latest Single, "XS"

WATCH: Ashley Cooke’s Latest Single, “XS”

Rising country star Ashley Cooke is stepping into a bold new chapter with the release of the official music video for her latest single, xs—a no-looking-back breakup anthem that’s already turning heads across the genre. Directed by Patrick Tracy, the video leans all the way into the song’s defiant spirit. …

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BRELAND & Friends Benefit Concert Announces Additional Performers

BRELAND announced additional performers for the fifth annual BRELAND & Friends benefit concert, returning to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on April 8. Newly added to the lineup are Conner Smith, Kameron Marlowe, K. Michelle, and Walker Hayes, joining an already star-studded lineup featuring Ashley Cooke, Dasha, Durand Bernarr, Kaitlin Butts, and …

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Billy Strings to Deliver Keynote at IBMA Business Conference

Billy Strings Extends His Headline Tour

Bluegrass powerhouse Billy Strings is keeping his red-hot momentum rolling into 2026, announcing an extended fall leg of his headline tour with a slate of major arena dates across the country.  Ahead of the fall run, Strings continues a packed spring schedule, with multiple-night stands already set for venues including …

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Seven Songwriters Earned Career-Changing Opportunity at The Bluebird Cafe

Seven songwriters earned a career-changing opportunity, to share three of their original songs on the legendary stage at The Bluebird Cafe last night, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development announced today. Family, friends and members of the music industry, including music industry executive Scott Borchetta, Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), …

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Concord Music Publishing Signs Artist, Songwriter Austin Bianco

Concord Music Publishing Signs Artist, Songwriter Austin Bianco

Concord Music Publishing has added another rising talent to its Nashville roster, announcing the signing of multi-faceted artist, songwriter, composer and producer Austin Bianco to a worldwide co-publishing deal, effective immediately. Now based in Nashville, Bianco’s musical journey began early in his hometown of Cleveland, where he first studied piano …

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Amy Grant and Vince Gill Announce “Christmas at the Ryman” Dates

Amy Grant and Vince Gill Announce “Christmas at the Ryman” Dates

Holiday magic is headed back to Music City as Amy Grant and Vince Gill announce the return of their beloved “Christmas at the Ryman” residency for 2026. Set once again at the iconic Ryman Auditorium, the 16th annual run will feature 12 shows taking place December 14–17, 19–20 and 22–23, …

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WATCH: Ashley Cooke's Latest Single, "XS"

LISTEN: Ashley Cooke, Breakup Anthem “xs”

Ashley Cooke is kicking off a bold new chapter with the release of her latest single, “xs”—a sharp, emotionally grounded breakup anthem that leans into her signature mix of honesty and vulnerability. First introduced to fans during a standout performance at London’s C2C: Country to Country festival at The O2, …

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