The songwriting community is mourning the loss of Brett James, the Grammy-winning writer behind dozens of country hits, who died Thursday (Sept. 18) in a small plane crash near Franklin, North Carolina. He was 57. According to authorities, the aircraft—a Cirrus SR22T registered under his legal name, Brett James Cornelius—departed …
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Big Loud Records / Songs & Daughters artist Lauren Watkins is gearing up to release her second full-length album, In A Perfect World, on October 10. The 10-track collection finds the rising songstress balancing the fast-paced life of arena tours with the grounding simplicity of building a home with her …
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For only the third time in their nearly 40-year career, GRAMMY® Award-winning southern rock, blues, and country group The Kentucky Headhunters will step back onto the stage of the Grand Ole Opry next week. The band is set to perform on Tuesday, September 16, as the Opry pays tribute to …
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Following the success of her songwriting project The Mirror, multi-platinum, award-winning artist Trisha Yearwood is ushering in the holiday season with her new album, Christmastime, arriving November 7, 2025, via Virgin Music Group and Gwendolyn Records. Produced by Grammy winner Don Was with lush arrangements from legendary composer David Campbell, …
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Some of Nashville’s most beloved singer-songwriters are coming together to make a difference for dogs in need. PEDIGREE Foundation has announced its annual “Dogtober” Writers Round, set for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 3rd & Lindsley (6:00 PM doors | 7:30 PM show). This special night of music and storytelling …
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QHMG/Quartz Hill Records’ Runaway June have officially announced their sophomore album, New Kind of Emotion, set for release on September 19. Blending modern country-pop with traditional fiddle, mandolin, and pedal steel, the 13-track project showcases the trio’s signature mix of friendship, empowerment, independence, and heartfelt love songs. “Even the sad …
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BMI celebrated legendary songwriter and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Fogerty on Monday (Sept. 8), presenting him with the prestigious Troubadour Award for a career that has shaped the American musical landscape and transcended generations. The private dinner ceremony, hosted by BMI Nashville’s VP of Creative Clay Bradley …
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The Country Music Association has announced nominees for “The 59th Annual CMA Awards.” Today’s announcement officially kicks off CMA Awards season, spotlighting the industry professionals, recording artists, songwriters, producers, musicians, and more whose achievements have shaped the genre over the past year. “The 59th Annual CMA Awards” are voted on by the 7,132 …
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Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records star Megan Moroney made history last night in New York, taking home the first-ever Best Country award at the MTV Video Music Awards for her PLATINUM-certified No. 1 hit “Am I Okay?” The win comes as Moroney celebrates six nominations at the upcoming 59th Annual CMA …
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Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rockers NEEDTOBREATHE today released their brand-new track, “Momma Loves Me,” featuring rising Southern rock band The Red Clay Strays. The song, written by NEEDTOBREATHE’s Bear Rinehart and produced by Grammy-winner Dave Cobb, is available now on all streaming platforms. (listen above) “Momma Loves Me” seamlessly fuses the two …
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