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How a century of Grand Ole Opry shows became a 350-page book

Neither Craig Shelburne nor Brenda Colladay had seen the final version of their 350-page project before I handed them my advance copy in the studio. “Is it heavier than you thought it would be?” I asked. Shelburne thought so — but Colladay deadpanned: “It’ …

Why Grand Ole Opry Performers Dropped Hillbilly Caricatures in Favor of Cowboy Couture

Country music’s most famous stage and radio show is marking its 100th anniversary this year with special performances, honors, and a recent three-hour NBC TV special. But fans of country music, and broadcast history too, would be remiss to not seek out a …

‘The Masked Singer’ Reveals Identity of Paparazzo: Here Is the Celebrity Under the Costume

SPOILER ALERT: Details follow for Season 13, Episode 10 of “The Masked Singer,” “Lucky 6,” which aired April 16 on Fox. Freeze frame: “Boy Meets World” and “Brotherly Love” star Matthew Lawrence was the latest celebrity to be revealed on Season 13 of Fox’s …

HARDY Announces New EP 'COUNTRY!' Due Out May 2nd

Country superstar HARDY has announced a new EP, Country!, set for release on May 2nd via Big Loud. As a preview, two songs from the EP have been released— "Favorite Country Song" and "Buck On The Wall." These tracks mark HARDY's …

Nate Bargatze to Host 2025 Emmys

Celebrated stand up comedian Nate Bargatze is set to host the 77th annual Emmy Awards, Variety has learned. The telecast will air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 14 beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS and streaming …

Ralph Lane: A guitar legend in the Eastern Adirondacks

A musical journey that begins with playing along to early 1960s country songs Well after midnight, a time when little boys ought to be fast asleep, a young Ralph Lane was wide awake in Gloversville, tuning his am radio to WWVA, home of the Wheeling …

Sound Advice: Tommy Prine Brings Rescheduled Show Southgate House Revival

After a long wait, Tommy Prine is back in the Cincinnati area. Originally scheduled to swing through the Queen City back in January, one of the many snowstorms that struck the area this winter canceled his original show. Prine, a youthful 29 years old, and …

Nate Bargatze to host 2025 Emmy Awards live on CBS and Paramount+

Stand-up comedian Nate Bargatze has been announced as the host of the 77th Annual Emmy Awards, set to air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, September 14, 2025. The prestigious event will be broadcast at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS …

KY Could Have Been Transylvania, We Could Have Had Nashville

"Kentucky" is a wonderful old name. It's ours to keep, and we're used to it. Depending on your source, it's adapted from an Iroquois word that means "land of tomorrow." Very nice. On the other end of the scale, there's …

Live, country music stage show 'Grand Ole Opry' turns 100

Is Wynonna Judd performing at Ascend Amphitheater at CMA Fest? What to know

Four decades of Nashville favorites — Country Music Hall of Famer Wynonna Judd, chart-topping performer Jake Owen and renowned, weekly and rising-artist-focused performance series Whiskey Jam — will be highlighted during nighttime concerts at Lower …

County Fair entertainment lineup keeps growing

The Stanislaus County Fair continues to add to its headline entertainment line-up, the latest announced as the funk and soul group Con Funk Shun to perform at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds on Monday, July 14. Drake Milligan Country music artist Drake …

Soundbites: moe. Return to the Flynn for 35th Anniversary

In rock and roll, getting banned from a place is a badge of honor. Think Johnny Cash being blacklisted at the Grand Ole Opry after smashing out the lights with his mic stand or Björk becoming persona non grata in, well, all of China. (Turns out the Chinese …

Mark Wills continues to make music history

Country music star Mark Wills, right, is shown with his parents Jerry and Shirley Williams, of Blue Ridge. Country music star Mark Wills, right, is shown with his parents Jerry and Shirley Williams, of Blue Ridge. Country music star Mark Wills is shown …

Live Music Takes Center Stage At Oakland’s Yalo-Ribbon Festival

Siblings Eric Edwards and Shara White have been performing together for more than 25 years as Variety. Live music takes center stage at Oakland’s fourth Yalo-Ribbon Festival on Saturday, May 3, in downtown Oakland along with DJ Bob Murphree. The festival …

Music Scene: Upcoming musical performances

Bilheimer Capitol Theatre Damien Escobar CLEARWATER — Violinist Damien Escobar will perform on Friday, April 25, 8 p.m., at the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Tickets start at $35. Visit www.rutheckerdhall.com or call 727-791- …

Bluegrass star Rhonda Vincent returns to Sorg stage in Middletown

“She’s such a popular act and world-class performer, It’s always a great time for our patrons at the Sorg, when they have an opportunity to see acts like Rhonda Vincent, and artists of that caliber in our local theater,” said Larry Mulligan, an executive …

Tucker Wetmore Unveils Full Tracklist For Highly Anticipated Debut Album 'What Not To' Out April 25, 2025

New York, NY (Top40 Charts) As anticipation reaches fever pitch, country's newest powerhouse Tucker Wetmore has officially unveiled the full tracklist for his debut album What Not To, arriving Friday, April 25. Produced by Chris LaCorte, the 19-song …

Dierks Bentley Leans Into Outliers And Imperfections With New Album "Broken Branches" Out June 13, 2025

New York, NY (Top40 Charts) After more than 20 years on country music's family tree, Dierks Bentley's own branch has grown strong and solid, and with his upcoming 11th studio album BROKEN BRANCHES out June 13 (Capitol Records Nashville), he comes …

Rob Terell Launches 'Industry Execs' A Groundbreaking Coalition of Music Industry Executives Designed to Empower Artists

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Serial entrepreneur and music industry mogul, Rob Terell, does it again! Powered by the media company, Industry Certified, he is pioneering a coalition of top industry executives. …

Author Ben Evans Unveils a Powerful Memoir on Chronic Pain: Shout at the Devil and Curse at the Lord

LITCHFIELD PARK, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a raw and unapologetically honest memoir, author Ben Evans releases his latest book, Shout at the Devil and Curse at the Lord: A Journey Through Chronic Pain, a …

Boston Indie Band Major Spark’s Bright New Single 'The Other Side' Is A Rebellion of Positivity

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Listen to Major Spark “The Other Side” HERE Download artwork for Major Spark “The Other Side” HERE Indie rock band Major Spark returns with their new single “The Other Side,” …

2025 Lowell Folk Festival Announces First Group of Performers

Cajun Legend BeauSoleil, Irish Favorites Solas, Blues Rockers Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials and others to Play Free Multi-Stage Fest July 25th-27th LOWELL, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 Lowell Folk …

Kirko Bangz Sparks Debate on Modern Dating with New Single 'Way Too Soft'

Kirko Bangz drops “Way Too Soft,” sparking debate on modern dating with smooth delivery and bold, thought-provoking lyrics. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Platinum-selling artist Kirko Bangz is making a powerful …

Bear Grease - Canada's Hit Indigenous Musical Comes to NYC

Canada’s Smash Hit Indigenous Musical Begins an Open-Ended Run Off Broadway on Tuesday, June 10 at St. Luke’s Theatre NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Fearless, Funny, and Deeply Heartfelt Reimagining of …

HIP Video Promo Presents: Ron Brunk premieres brand new music video "Psycho Warfare" on VENTS Magazine

Musical Maverick Ron Brunk's Latest Single "Psycho Warfare" Slashes Through the Fog of Societal Manipulation SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Musical storyteller Ron Brunk doesn’t just push boundaries …

HIP Video Promo Presents: Dreamcrusher's GWYN releases intriguing new video for "I Beat U 2 It"

GWYN's Last Single "I Beat U 2 It" Becomes Central to Dreamcrusher's Interactive Murder Investigation LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- She was about to become a star. Instead, she became the story. Now …

HIP Video Promo Presents: Aria Mody releases all new music video "Made In India"

Aria Mody Honors Her Indian Roots in Bilingual Pop Fusion "Made In India" NJ, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With talent that belies her years, singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Aria Mody isn’ …

HIP Video Promo Presents: Archduchess Of Divinity releases brand new music video "Agape Love"

Archduchess Of Divinity & Brian Laskey join forces on brand new faith-based single "Agape Love" CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Archduchess Of Divinity is a new creative beacon of love and light. Guided by …

Sixteen Decades of Lomax Women to be Highlighted at 106th Annual Meeting of the Texas Folklore Society April 20

FORT WORTH, TN, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- John Lomax III, grandson of pioneering folklorist John Avery Lomax, will deliver a speech Friday April 20 at the 106th Annual Meeting of the Texas Folklore Society, highlighting the …

'The Spy Who Chilled Me' – A LoFi Love Letter to James Bond 007 Arrives on All Streaming Platforms

The Spy Who Chilled Me is a dreamy LoFi music tribute to 007, blending iconic Bond vibes with chill beats —now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music & more. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LoFi meets espionage in …

Breakout Singer-Songwriter Sarah Reeves Lands Two Award Nominations for Her Debut Feature Film Role in ‘God’s Here’

Chart-climbing artist looks to bring home the awards for Best Supporting Actress and Best Musical Score from the International Christian Film & Music Festival. ALEDO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Breakout singer- …

Al Johnson Performing Songwriter Top 10 Finalists To Compete At Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival

Wildflower! Songwriting Workshop features Gretchen Peters on May 16 at the Courtyard Dallas Richardson at Spring Valley from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. RICHARDSON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The top 10 singer songwriter …

GRAMMY® Nominated Composer David Arkenstone Captivates Hollywood Fringe Festival with Mona Lisa Missing! The Musical!

Mona Lisa Missing! The Musical! featuring live musicians will World Premiere in June 2025 at Hollywood Fringe Festival at Eastwood Performing Arts Center LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yes, we know! We know! …

HIP Video Promo Presents: Mic Nickels premieres brand new music video "Against The World" on ThaCultureReport.com

Mic Nickels, Rockness Monsta & Rah Digga team up on brand new hip hop track "Against The World" NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mic Nickels (Mic is pronounced Mike) is a blazing fire of pure …

Dock Side Live Radio Makes Waves with Boaters

New Florida-based streaming platform features Tropical Rock, a.k.a. Trop Rock, celebrating marina life, boating & waterfront adventurers anywhere & everywhere JACKSONVILLLE , FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As its …

LEVI FOSTER 'SHE’S IN RICHMOND' VIDEO EXCLUSIVELY PREMIERES WITH AMERICANA HIGHWAYS TODAY

THE FIRST SINGLE OFF DEBUT ALBUM WE MADE FIRE OUT AUGUST 29 NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just over a year since signing his first publishing deal with Banner Music and Middleground Music, Nashville-based, Lynchburg, …

Rock Pop Sensation, Rachel DeeLynn Follows Up Two Number Ones With Her Second Worldwide Radio Single, 'Egomaniac'

Rachel DeeLynn's debut single, "CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW?" rocketed to the top of both the Euro Indie Network Charts and World Indie Charts at number one in March. HENDERSONVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

OPIC Technologies, Inc. Pioneers Spatial Livestreaming for Live Music Experiences

OPIC’s Spatial Livestream tech brings depth and presence to live music, allowing fans to experience performances as if they were in the room. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., the leader …