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Music stars coming to Canfield Fair

Country music performer Brad Paisley sings during the State Dinner with President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden, Kenya’s President William Ruto and first lady Rachel Ruto at the White House, Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan …

PODCAST: Pop! Goes the Kernel: Episode 14

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Libby Heckert, Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Lauren Smiley discuss the trends of “A Minecraft Movie,” celebrity castings in upcoming films, Academy of Country …

The 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here's who's nominated and how to watch

Let the Circle Be Broken: Sister Sadie’s New Song Shows Country Women Reclaiming the Narrative

Fiddler Deanie Richardson was about to go onstage for a sound check at the Grand Ole Opry in 2023 when she got word that her father had died. He had abused Richardson verbally, physically and — during her teens — sexually. She had longed for his passing …

Dierks Bentley reveals new album 'Broken Branches' date, inspiration

Dierks Bentley's 11th studio album, "Broken Branches," reflects on his 30-year career in Nashville. The album features collaborations with artists like Miranda Lambert, Riley Green, and John Anderson. Bentley aims to connect country's …

Riley Green joins lineup for ‘Opry NextStage Live from Texas’ hosted by Jelly Roll

The Grand Ole Opry has announced that multi-platinum singer-songwriter Riley Green will be a special guest performer at ‘Opry NextStage Live from Texas' on May 7. The event, hosted by Jelly Roll, will take place at 2:30 p.m. CT at the Lexus Box Garden …

When are the ACMs? And how to watch the awards show.

The ACM Awards will air live from Frisco, Texas on May 8th at 8 p.m. ET on Prime Video. Ella Langley leads the nominations with eight, followed by several other prominent country music artists. Tickets are still available for purchase via SeatGeek, ranging …

Music Powerhouses Sheryl Crow & Leann Rimes Join NBC's "The Voice" As Season 27 Mega Mentors

New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sheryl Crow and internationally acclaimed superstar LeAnn Rimes will serve as mega mentors on season 27 of the four-time Emmy Award-winning musical competition series "The Voice," airing …

Where is Bobbie Gentry?: the star who disappeared from the spotlight

(Credits: Far Out / Capitol Records) Right from the start of her career, country singer Bobbie Gentry was surrounded and shrouded in mystique. Owing to her smokey, dusty and earth-worn voice, many early listeners couldn’t work out whether the voice …

‘The Voice’ Adds Sheryl Crow, LeAnn Rimes as “Mega Mentors” for Playoff Rounds

The Voice is adding some more star power to its current season. Sheryl Crow and LeAnn Rimes will join the NBC series as “mega mentors” to help the remaining competitors prepare for the show’s playoff rounds, which begin April 28. Crow will work with the …

Miranda Lambert debuts fresh new hairstyle — and fans are loving it

Country music star Miranda Lambert, 41, just unveiled a new hairstyle on Instagram, and fans are absolutely loving it. Known for her signature long blonde waves, Lambert gave her locks a subtle yet stunning refresh, and the results are nothing short of …

CMG’s WHKO Dayton Celebrates 50 Consecutive Months at the Top.

Cox Media Group’s “K99.1 New Country” WHKO Dayton, OH has been the market’s top-ranked station dating back to 2021, covering Nielsen surveys for 50 consecutive months. The streak includes WHKO’s last 38 monthly surveys, dating back to January 2022, plus …

Post Malone reveals new album on the way ahead of Coachella show

Post Malone confirmed he is working on a second country album after the success of his first country album, "F-1 Trillion." He has recorded approximately 35 songs for the new album in Nashville. He recently headlined Coachella 2025, performing a …

Chris Young Is Coming to the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor

The ‘Famous Friends’ singer has announced his return to our Pine Tree State, with a performance at the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor. The 2025 summer concert season in Bangor is shaping up to be memorable, with the announcement that Chris Young will …

Dustin Lynch Talks Red Rocks, Jelly Roll and Las Vegas

There isn't much in the country-music world that singer-songwriter Dustin Lynch hasn't done. In six albums since 2012 (the most recent was 2023's Killed the Cowboy), he's collected gold, platinum and multi-platinum certifications for his …

Canfield Fair Grandstand Concerts: Brad Paisley, Lynyrd Skynyrd

CANFIELD, Ohio – Country music star Brad Paisley and classic-rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd will be the grandstand concert artists at this year’s Canfield Fair. Paisley will perform Sunday, Aug. 31, and Lynyrd Skynyrd will close out the fair Monday, Sept. 1. …

Brad Paisley, Lynyrd Skynyrd playing Canfield Fair

Brad Paisley and Lynyrd Skynyrd will be the Grandstand concerts for this year’s Canfield Fair. Paisley will perform Aug. 31 at the fair and Lynyrd Skynyrd will close out the 179th fair with a Grandstand concert on Labor Day. Paisley’s stage will be a bit …

Post Malone Reveals His New Album Is on the Way: ‘We’ve Made Probably 35 Songs’

“I’m terrified,” says Post Malone while kicking back in an Indio, Calif., villa. He’s at an intimate but rowdy party hosted by Poppi, the fast-growing prebiotic soda he was an early investor in, and is speaking about his upcoming Coachella 2025 headlining …

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa welcomes country music icon Tracy Lawrence

TULSA – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa will welcome country music icon Tracy Lawrence to round out its “Country Comes To Town” summer concert series at 8 p.m., July 31 at Hard Rock Live inside the casino. Tracy Lawrence is a celebrated country artist …

Middle Eastern Artist Yousef Al Omani lends his soulful voice to "Why Oh Why"

Yousef Al Omani lends his voice to a powerful global call for unity with the stirring anthem 'Why Oh Why'. HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Middle Eastern superstar Yousef Al Omani lends his iconic voice …

Favorite music sets the brain's opioids in motion

Listening to favorite music affects the function of the brain’s opioid system. TURKU, FINLAND, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new imaging study by the Turku PET Centre in Finland showed that listening to favorite music affects the …

A Red Circle Opens Creative Spot in Ferguson: A Youth Arts & Wellness Center Rooted in Restoration

As Ferguson nears 10 years of reflection, youth open a joyful new space for art, healing, and leadership with a public celebration May 2–3. FERGUSON, MO, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the 10-year anniversary of the …

AWARD-WINNING NASHVILLE ARTIST DELNORA RETURNS HOME TO WEST VIRGINIA THIS SATURDAY FOR FREE EASTER WEEKEND CONCERT

OAK HILL, WV, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Multi-award-winning Nashville-based singer/songwriter and West Virginia native Delnora will headline the free "He Lives" Easter weekend concert this Saturday, April …

Radio and Television Icon Wink Martindale Passes Away at the Age of 91

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wink Martindale, the legendary radio and television icon, died in Rancho Mirage, California on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the age of 91. The king of game shows who was perhaps …

La Original Banda El Limón celebrates 60 years at the Top: Me Enamoré hits #1 on Billboard, Mediabase and Monitor Latino

Resounding triumph for La Original Banda El Limón with “Me Enamoré” — #1 on Billboard, Mediabase, and Monitor Latino. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador Lizárraga continues …

La Original Banda El Limón celebra 60 años en la cima: 'Me Enamoré' es #1 en Billboard, Mediabase y Monitor Latino

Triunfo rotundo de La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador Lizárraga con “Me Enamoré”, #1 en Billboard, Mediabase y Monitor Latino LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador …

UK Guitar Legend Gordon Giltrap’s New Album 'Starfield' Released Feb 28, 2025

ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite facing challenges in the ever-changing music industry, Gordon Giltrap has remained a steadfast figure in the world of acoustic guitar music. His dedication to his craft …

MUSIC ALBUM FOR AWARD-WINNING CHILDREN’S BOOK DEBUTS GOING INTO LA TIMES FESTIVAL OF BOOKS AND NYC BIG BOOK AWARDS GALA

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New children’s books and music creator Giggle Spoon will debut its children’s music album This Tastes Funny (Music for the Award-Winning Book Tongue Teasers) [Vol. I] worldwide …

Aaron Jacobs & The Swing Tones play Easter Sunday Brunch with NOLA Jazz RETURNS

Parade down to Bourbon St when Aaron Jacobs & The Swing Tones bring Big Brass Sound for a smack down, Easter Brunch with the golden jazz sounds of New Orleans. CANOGA PARK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prepare to …

Damian Muziani to Make Special Media Appearances to Promote Hindsight Tonight and Role on Apple TV+ Series The Studio

Hindsight Tonight has been shortlisted to win its third Gold Telly Award in the last four years. CHERRY HILL, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Damian Muziani, the talented comic actor and Emmy-nominated writer and host of …

Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo Soul Country Weekend Brings the Heat to Memphis

Iconic “Greatest Show on Dirt,” Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo, took over Memphis for its 41st annual celebration, as part of the Soul Country Rodeo Weekend. MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Memphis was alive …

Official Community Launches Next-Generation Fan Engagement Platform with Major Upgrades

The new platform delivers significant technical enhancements for superior usability, functionality, expanding services and support for artists and fans alike. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Official Community ( …

Pete Campbell Sets The 'World On Fire' with Primal Blues Rock Sound

"World on Fire," a dark blues rock song by Pilot Light Records artist Pete Campbell, marks a bold new direction for the singer-songwriter. WOODBURY, CT, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The dark blues and roots rock sound of …

French guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan returns for his 50th anniversary tour

Currently on tour in China, the French superstar guitar legend launches his North American revisit June 7th in Los Angeles NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Multi-award winning acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre …

NHuS³ Media Launches to Support Story-Driven Content from Concept to Creation

Shifting ideas into reality with a grounded approach to modern media production DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NHuS³ Media, a new creative studio, is working with brands, creators, and organizations to bring …

FREEZEMACHINE Unleashes 'Thought You Knew' and 'Edge of a Knife' On MTV’s Metal Thrashing Madness

CA Rock Outfit FREEZEMACHINE Unleashes "Thought You Knew" and "Edge of a Knife" Music Videos On MTV’s Metal Thrashing Madness and the World CA, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hard-hitting rock outfit …

2025 Prokofiev International Music Competition Preliminary Begins, Promoting international cultural exchanges

SHANGHAI, CHINA, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 Prokofiev International Music Competition Asia-Pacific preliminary round has officially commenced. This international music competition is organized by the Association for World …

AI Idol Platform ‘AETHERIUM’ Phenomenal Launch at Global Influencers Festival ‘Stage On Me’ in Seoul

RWA NFT Debut Draws Enthusiastic Response from Global Influencers SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The next-generation AI idol platform AETHERIUM made a high-profile appearance at the ‘Stage On Me’ K-Beauty Festival, held …

Kehlani, Jazmine Sullivan and Natasha Bedingfield invite fans to May 10 EmpowHER Festival on Hollywood Blvd

The countdown is on for EmpowHER Festival, the first music festival to take over 14 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard on May 10. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The countdown is on for EmpowHER Festival, the …