Parker McCollum has become one of Country music’s biggest breakout stars of the past year, blazing his own path while remaining true to the genre’s traditions. The multi-Platinum singer/songwriter, recognized for delivering electrifying stage shows, is keeping his fans on their feet night after night. Kicking off his 2023 tour, Parker played to sold-out crowds in both Detroit, MI and Cincinnati, OH over the weekend packing out both venues with Country music fans eager to see him do what he does best.

Recently, Parker released the scenic music video (directed by Jim Wright) for his current single, “Handle On You,” giving fans a look at his hometown in Texas and what it’s like coping with the push and pull that comes with a life on the road. The single is currently Top 15 at Country radio and has amassed over 80 million global streams to date.

Twenty years into one of modern Country music’s most credible careers, multi-platinum singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley has his cowboy boot on the throttle towards his 10th studio album GRAVEL & GOLD, out February 24th. Penned by Casey Brown, Jordan Minton, Hunter Phelps and Bentley, fans can listen to the sharply-written new track “Cowboy Boots” featuring critically-acclaimed Ashley McBryde from the forthcoming album here.

“When I first really fell in love with Country music, Jim Beam and cowboy boots came along for the ride. I’ve had a few pair of boots over the years, many requiring duct tape at times. But, they’ve been my consistent and steady companion through this crazy ride,” said Bentley. “Not only does Ashley have one of the best voices in Country music, she also always rocked a pair of boots when we were on tour together last year. I wanted someone that I could authentically sing this song with, and I didn’t have to look any further than stage left. She’s the real deal.”

McBryde joined Bentley down at Lower Broadway’s iconic Robert’s Western World last week for his latest performance video from one Nashville’s most important music venues.

“Assembling a mix that spans contemporary Country” (Rolling Stone), GRAVEL & GOLD is a story of renewal, family, persistence and devotion to making the music as authentic and lasting as it can possibly be. From the “Country music staple” (Esquire), Bentley is set to release the diverse 14-track album of perspective and self-awareness, at many levels, from the personal to the professional. It’s also a testament to the many strains of Country music Bentley has mastered and cultivated in his career and fans can now pre-order GRAVEL & GOLD and access its first available tracks “Gold,” “High Note” feat. Billy Strings, “Same Ol’ Me” and now “Cowboy Boots” here.

The 10th album landmark speaks to how time has flown in Bentley’s unique, 21st-century career. He landed his first publishing deal in 2001 and released his debut album in 2003, producing an instant No. One single. The years since have revealed a rare consistency that’s fueled longevity – eight more albums that reached the top of the Country sales charts, resulting in 21 No. One songs, eight billion streams, three CMA Awards, 14 GRAMMY® nominations and membership into the Grand Ole Opry. Trendy sounds have ebbed and flowed around him over these two decades, but fans have relied on Bentley for something more nourishing and individual. He also has created professional endeavors outside of the music with his Flag & Anthem lifestyle collection Desert Son, along with his “Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row” franchise hosting four locations. It was recently announced that Bentley will headline the pre-race concert prior to the Daytona 500 (2/19). For more information visit www.Dierks.com.

Last year proved to be a breakthrough year for Country music star, Parker McCollum – scoring major music accolades (ACM and CMT Awards), RIAA multi-Platinum and Gold certifications, two #1 hit singles and a non-stop touring schedule. Now, he is poised to take on this year with renewed energy and is setting his sights on the biggest year of his career yet. The first release for the Texas native in 2023 is his latest music video for his single, “Handle On You,” which is currently in the Top 15 at Country Radio and has surpassed 80 Million global streams to date. Directed by Jim Wright, the beautifully shot video gives insight into the push and pull of balancing a career that you love but takes you away from home and the people closest to you – striking a middle ground with humble perspective.

“Shot half of the video at a sold out show in my hometown – 20,000 people at Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Shot the other half at our Family Ranch in East Texas. Seemed like the perfect opportunity to get to come home and showcase, on-camera, the place I love the most while doing what I love to do the most,” says Parker. “I love this song and wrote it with my buddy Monty Criswell, and I feel like we really kind of went in a different direction with it from my other songs. Putting this thing on film and giving the viewers a look into my life at home and on the road was an important visual for me to have go along with the track. So, in short, I love every bit of it and hope the fans dig it. Can’t wait for it to be out!”

Parker also recently announced all of his currently scheduled tour dates for 2023, and tickets for all of his upcoming tour dates are available here.

Caylee Hammack is back with a fiery ultimatum with her new song “All or Nothing” available today here. Hammack co-wrote (Tofer Brown and Thomas Finchum) and co-produced (Dann Huff) the track that showcases Hammack’s bold vocals as she serves up a take it or leave it message.

“‘All Or Nothing’ has been persistently burning through my pocket since we wrote it, so I’m thankful it’s out!” shared Hammack. “This song felt fitting as the introduction to my second album coming later this year. Everybody loves a good old war cry for good love sometimes.”

Hammack will head overseas next month, bringing her universal sound to C2C Festival with performances slated in London, Dublin and Glasgow.

Hammack has previously brought her unforgettable live set to opening slots for Reba, Darius Rucker, Chris Stapleton, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, Trisha Yearwood, Brad Paisley, Brothers Osborne and some of country music’s biggest festivals.

Multi-platinum-selling recording artist Josh Turner is heading out on the “Long Black Train 20^th Anniversary Tour,” in celebration of the 20^th anniversary of Turner’s hit album, Long Black Train and the album’s second single of the same name, which were both certified Platinum by the RIAA. On May 19, the album Long Black Train will be released on vinyl for the first time, to coincide with the anniversary of the single’s original 2003 release date, and the special edition vinyl is available now for pre-order. Turner will also be featured on the nationally syndicated TV series, “The Song,” on Saturday, March 11. The episode will spotlight “Long Black Train,” the country gospel leaning signature song written while attending Belmont University in Nashville.  Turner walks the campus and revisits the very locations that inspired the song. Tickets for Turner’s tour, which launches March 4 in Dothan, AL, are available now at joshturner.com.

“I wrote this song during my senior year at Belmont University, and I remember thinking to myself, no one is going to want to hear this old timey gospel song. Thankfully, God placed a few folks in my life that thought differently and here we are celebrating the 20th Anniversary of ‘Long Black Train,’” says Turner. “I credit this song with landing me my first publishing deal, my record deal and my first Opry performance.  A lot of folks think that this was my first single, but it was actually my second. I was hesitant when the label suggested it be the next single, nothing else on the radio sounded like it. I don’t know where I’d be today without this song and so we named the tour for this 20th anniversary and will be celebrating all year long.”

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“LONG BLACK TRAIN 20^TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR” DATES

We may be getting ready to enter February, but we just celebrated the holidays a few weeks ago. Carrie Underwood and her family were surrounded by the magic of Christmas–especially since they could enjoy it through the eyes of both her of her sons — Isaiah and Jacob — now that her youngest is beginning to understand.

“I feel like this year was kind of the first year that Jake understood Christmas and all it’s magic,” says Carrie. “He was three around Christmas; he just turned four in January, and it’s just a lot of fun to have two kids that are kind of in the thick of just believing in Christmas magic. We did a lot of traveling with family and we got to spend some time up in Canada and they got to play in the snow, and it’s a lot of fun. It’s fun right now in our world with our boys.”

Carrie is currently making her way up the country charts with her latest single, “Hate My Heart,” and she’s getting ready to launch the next leg of her Denim & Rhinestones Tour on Thursday (February 2nd) in Miami.

Kylie Morgan will hit the road this spring for her first-ever headlining Independent With You Tour. With stops on both coasts and several cities across the country, tickets and VIP packages for all 10 dates are on sale today at www.KylieMorgan.com.

“This still doesn’t feel real,” shared Kylie. “I’m calling this the Independent With You Tour because of all of YOU (the fans) believing in this independent, small town Oklahoma girl. You’ve been on this journey with me every step, and every lyric, and I am where I am because of you. I can’t wait to squeeze you and sing OUR songs together.”

Kylie Morgan’s Independent With You Tour Dates:
April 6 – San Diego, CA – Moonshine Beach
April 7 – Las Vegas, NV – Stoney’s Rockin’ Country
April 13 – Tampa, FL – Dallas Bull
April 16 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Tortuga
April 20 – Chicago, IL – Carol’s Pub
April 21 – Indianapolis, IN – 8 Seconds Saloon
April 22 – Iowa City, IA – Elray’s Live & Dive
April 27 – Fayetteville, AR – Tin Roof
April 28 – Omaha, NE – Barnato
April 29 – Kansas City, MO – Tin Roof

Kylie’s Independent With You Tour is a nod to her viral track, “Independent With You,” that turned heads with its empowering message of individuality, featured on her recent EP, P.S. The seven-track project – each co-penned by Kylie – also includes her debut single to country radio, “If He Wanted To He Would,” an upbeat anthem with shoot-you-straight honesty. She teaches a tough lesson of heartbreak and healing to her teenage self in the song’s the official music video, available to watch here.

With more new music on the horizon, keep up with her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

Chris Stapleton has been added to the list of performers at this year’s Grammy Awards. He will join Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson in celebration of this year’s MusiCares Person of the Year recipients — Robinson and Berry Gordy.

Chris is nominated for Song of the Year with Rodney Crowell for writing “I’ll Love You Till The Day I Die” recorded by Willie Nelson.

Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton are nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “Does He Love You–Revisited” alongside Brothers Osborne‘s “Midnight Rider’s Prayer” and Ingrid Andress and Sam Hunt‘s duet for “Wishful Drinking.”

Bill Anderson received his first-ever GRAMMY® nomination as an artist in the Best American Roots Performance category for “Someday It’ll All Make Sense” (Bluegrass Version) with Dolly Parton. This is Anderson’s fifth nomination overall, after previously being nominated as a songwriter for “Once A Day” recorded by Connie Smith, “Cold Hard Facts of Life” recorded by Porter Wagoner, “Two Teardrops” recorded by Steve Wariner and “Give It Away” recorded by George Strait. Best American Roots Performance.

Best Country Duo/Group Performance

“Wishful Drinking,” Ingrid Andress and Sam Hunt
“Midnight Rider’s Prayer,” Brothers Osborne
“Outrunnin’ Your Memory,” Luke Combs and Miranda Lambert
“Does He Love You – Revisited,” Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton
“Never Wanted To Be That Girl,” Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde
“Going Where The Lonely Go,” Robert Plant and Alison Krauss

Best Country Song

“Circles Around This Town,” Ryan Hurd, Julia Michaels, Maren Morris and Jimmy Robbins, songwriters (Maren Morris)
“Doin’ This,” Luke Combs, Drew Parker and Robert Williford, songwriters (Luke Combs)
“I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault),” Lori McKenna and Taylor Swift, songwriters (Taylor Swift)
“If I Was a Cowboy,” Jesse Frasure and Miranda Lambert, songwriters (Miranda Lambert)
“I’ll Love You Till The Day I Die,” Rodney Crowell and Chris Stapleton, songwriters (Willie Nelson)
“‘Til You Can’t,” Matt Rogers and Ben Stennis, songwriters (Cody Johnson)

The 65th Annual Grammy Awards will air live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday (February 5th) at 8pm ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS. Also available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+

Tyler Hubbard performed his latest single, “Dancin’ In The Country,” on NBC’s Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Monday (January 30th). The Georgia native also performed on ABC’s Good Morning America on Tuesday (January 31st), which also is his birthday (see performance below). Tyler just released his new self-titled solo debut album, which features “Dancin'” and his recent No. 1 song “5 Foot 9.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bun-BHtzous

Kylie Morgan just announced her first headlining tour. The Independent With You Tour kicks off April 6th in San Diego and tickets go on sale Friday (February 3rd) at 10am ET/9am CT.

https://twitter.com/kyliemorgan/status/1620174099267076102

Maddie & Tae and The War and Treaty will take part in the first annual Rock The Ryman Concert on March 1st at 7:30pm CT. The evening, which will also include performances by event host Charlie Worsham and Gavin DeGraw, will honor the legacy and impact of the Rock & Ro9ll Hall of Fame inductees who have been on the Ryman stage. More performers will be announced in the coming weeks.