Category Archives: Country Music News
Vince Gill and Charlie Handsome Honored at 2026 NMPA Gold & Platinum Gala
Country music’s top songwriters took center stage in Nashville as Vince Gill and Charlie Handsome received major honors at the 2026 National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) Gold &...
Oct 25, 2026
Kacey Musgraves Blends Country and Tejano Sounds on Upcoming Project Tex Mex Tapes
Kacey Musgraves is expanding her country music catalog with a new project inspired by the musical traditions of Texas and Mexico. The singer has announced Middle of Nowhere Vol. 2: Tex Mex Tapes, a 16...
Oct 24, 2026
Country Stars Pay Tribute to John Anderson Following His Death at 71
Country music artists are remembering John Anderson following the legendary singer’s death on October 21, 2026, at age 71. His family confirmed his passing in a social media statement, describin...
Oct 23, 2026
HARDY, Little Big Town and The Red Clay Strays Set for Nashville’s New Year’s Eve Bash
Nashville is preparing to welcome 2027 with a major country music celebration featuring HARDY, Little Big Town and The Red Clay Strays. CBS confirmed the first performers on October 20 for New Year's ...
Oct 22, 2026
Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Matches Mariah Carey’s 26-Week Streaming Record
Country music continues to hold a strong presence on the streaming charts, with Ella Langley's Choosin' Texas maintaining its position among the most-played songs in the United States. The single has ...
Oct 21, 2026
Country Music’s Biggest No. 1 Albums: The Records That Made Chart History
Some country albums reach No. 1 for a week. Others stay at the top for months, establishing records that become part of music history. Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart has tracked the genre&...
Oct 20, 2026
Zach Bryan Opens Up About Sobriety and Rediscovering His Love for Music
Country singer Zach Bryan is sharing how giving up alcohol has changed his daily life and renewed his passion for making music. During a recent conversation with actor Matthew McConaughey, Bryan, 30, ...
Oct 19, 2026
Lauren Alaina and Chase Matthew Hit No. 1 With ‘All My Exes’ on Country Radio
Lauren Alaina and Chase Matthew have reached the top of country radio with their duet All My Exes, marking another career milestone for both artists. The song climbs four positions to No. 1 on Billboa...
Oct 18, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo, Tate McRae and Zach Bryan Lead a Packed New Music Friday
New music releases for Friday, October 16, bring together major names from pop, country, and international music, with Olivia Rodrigo, Tate McRae and Zach Bryan introducing fresh material. Among this ...
Oct 17, 2026
Miranda Lambert Shares Personal Photos and Custom Song Tribute for Husband’s 35th Birthday
Miranda Lambert celebrated her husband Brendan McLoughlin's 35th birthday with a personal tribute, including a playful new version of Ella Langley's hit song Choosin' Texas. The country singer shared ...
Oct 16, 2026