Friday, May 17 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:49:22 GMT
Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles is releasing a solo album. Nettles said Friday in a news release that she is working with Rick Rubin and will release the album in the fall.more>>
Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles is releasing a solo album. Nettles said Friday in a news release that she is working with Rick Rubin and will release the album in the fall.more>>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:13:01 GMT
Husband-wife duo Shovels & Rope is the top nominee for this year's Americana Honors & Awards, but longtime favorites Buddy Miller and Emmylou Harris lurk nearby.more>>
Husband-wife duo Shovels & Rope is the top nominee for this year's Americana Honors & Awards, but longtime favorites Buddy Miller and Emmylou Harris lurk nearby.more>>
Friday, May 10 2013 2:21 PM EDT2013-05-10 18:21:46 GMT
An acclaimed Broadway musical premiered in Nashville this week. The Serengeti came to life Thursday night at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall for Disney's The Lion King.more>>
An acclaimed Broadway musical premiered in Nashville this week. The Serengeti came to life Thursday night at TPAC's Andrew Jackson Hall for Disney's The Lion King.more>>
Friday, May 3 2013 12:31 PM EDT2013-05-03 16:31:16 GMT
Reese Witherspoon pleaded no contest and paid a $100 fine after berating a state trooper in Atlanta while her husband was given a sobriety test, an embarrassing exchange caught on a dashboard camera. more>>
Reese Witherspoon pleaded no contest and paid a $100 fine after berating a state trooper in Atlanta while her husband was given a sobriety test, an embarrassing exchange caught on a dashboard camera. more>>
Thursday, May 2 2013 10:37 AM EDT2013-05-02 14:37:12 GMT
Actress Reese Witherspoon recalled that she panicked and said "crazy things" the night she was arrested in Atlanta on a disorderly conduct charge.more>>
Actress Reese Witherspoon recalled that she panicked and said "crazy things" the night she was arrested in Atlanta on a disorderly conduct charge. more>>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 8:48 AM EDT2013-05-01 12:48:14 GMT
A public funeral will be held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville for country music superstar George Jones, who died Friday at the age of 81. more>>
A public funeral will be held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville for country music superstar George Jones, who died Friday at the age of 81. more>>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 2:10 PM EDT2013-04-30 18:10:36 GMT
Curb Records is suing Tim McGraw. Again. The Nashville based label has filed a lawsuit against the country music star and Big Machine Records in federal court, alleging copyright infringement and breach of contract.more>>
Curb Records is suing Tim McGraw. Again. The Nashville based label has filed a lawsuit against the country music star and Big Machine Records in federal court, alleging copyright infringement and breach of contract.more>>
Monday, April 29 2013 2:10 PM EDT2013-04-29 18:10:16 GMT
As the enduring American icon's 80th birthday has approached, Willie Nelson has been honored with lifetime achievement awards, serenaded at special performances and saluted by musicians from every genre of music.more>>
As the enduring American icon's 80th birthday has approached, Willie Nelson has been honored with lifetime achievement awards, serenaded at special performances and saluted by musicians from every genre of music.more>>
Monday, April 29 2013 1:45 PM EDT2013-04-29 17:45:16 GMT
Jason Aldean has filed for divorce. The country music star filed the complaint for divorce against his wife Jessica on Friday afternoon in Williamson County, citing irreconcilable differences.more>>
Jason Aldean has filed for divorce. The country music star filed the complaint for divorce against his wife Jessica on Friday afternoon in Williamson County, citing irreconcilable differences.more>>
Friday, April 26 2013 2:37 PM EDT2013-04-26 18:37:38 GMT
Within minutes of the announcement of the death of country legend George Jones, reaction began pouring in from members of the country music community and elsewhere.more>>
Within minutes of the announcement of the death of country legend George Jones, reaction began pouring in from members of the country music community and elsewhere.more>>
Thursday, April 25 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-04-25 17:15:58 GMT
Country singer Billy Currington has been indicted on felony charges in Georgia after a 70-year-old tour boat captain said he was chased by the "People Are Crazy" singer from a waterfront home to a dock. more>>
Country singer Billy Currington has been indicted on felony charges in Georgia after a 70-year-old tour boat captain said he was chased by the "People Are Crazy" singer from a waterfront home to a dock where Currington threatened him while shouting profanities. more>>
Wednesday, April 24 2013 9:20 AM EDT2013-04-24 13:20:34 GMT
A series of free concerts similar to "Dancing in the District" will kick off this summer in Nashville. "Nashville Dancin'" will be on most Thursday nights from June 13 to August 1. more>>
A series of free concerts similar to "Dancing in the District" will kick off this summer in Nashville. "Nashville Dancin'" will be on most Thursday nights from June 13 to August 1.more>>
Tuesday, April 23 2013 8:33 AM EDT2013-04-23 12:33:16 GMT
Reese Witherspoon's professional image is so squeaky clean that she got laughs on a late-night show earlier this year for pretending to buy bottles of cognac and tequila.more>>
Reese Witherspoon's professional image is so squeaky clean that she got laughs on a late-night show earlier this year for pretending to buy bottles of cognac and tequila.more>>
Monday, April 22 2013 2:35 PM EDT2013-04-22 18:35:19 GMT
A court hearing on a disorderly conduct charge has been rescheduled for actress Reese Witherspoon, who said she is "deeply embarrassed" by what she said to a state trooper during a traffic stop in Atlanta. more>>
A court hearing on a disorderly conduct charge has been rescheduled for actress Reese Witherspoon, who said she is "deeply embarrassed" by what she said to a state trooper during a traffic stop in Atlanta. more>>
Monday, April 22 2013 2:09 PM EDT2013-04-22 18:09:26 GMT
The bassist for the rock band 3 Doors Down remains jailed after being accused of driving under the influence and causing a fatal crash that killed a motorist in Nashville over the weekend. more>>
The bassist for the rock band 3 Doors Down remains jailed after being accused of driving under the influence and causing a fatal crash that killed a motorist in Nashville over the weekend. more>>
Monday, April 22 2013 12:36 AM EDT2013-04-22 04:36:31 GMT
Police in Georgia said that actress and Nashville native Reese Witherspoon was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge after a traffic stop involving her husband in Atlanta. more>>
Police in Georgia said that actress and Nashville native Reese Witherspoon was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge after a traffic stop involving her husband in Atlanta. more>>
Saturday, April 20 2013 8:34 PM EDT2013-04-21 00:34:03 GMT
Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus was in Green Hills on Saturday to promote his new book. The singer was at Parnassus Books to meet fans and sign copies of "Hillbilly Heart."more>>
Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus was in Green Hills on Saturday to promote his new book. The singer was at Parnassus Books to meet fans and sign copies of "Hillbilly Heart."more>>
Friday, April 19 2013 7:31 AM EDT2013-04-19 11:31:12 GMT
Country star George Jones has been hospitalized in Nashville. Jones postponed weekend concerts in Atlanta and Salem, Va., after doctors admitted him to the hospital on Thursday.more>>
Country star George Jones has been hospitalized in Nashville. Jones postponed weekend concerts in Atlanta and Salem, Va., after doctors admitted him to the hospital on Thursday.more>>
Monday, April 8 2013 7:09 AM EDT2013-04-08 11:09:49 GMT
Luke Bryan heard his name called at the end of the Academy of Country Music Awards, accepted the entertainer of the year trophy and then things became a blur. more>>
Luke Bryan heard his name called at the end of the Academy of Country Music Awards, accepted the entertainer of the year trophy and then things became a blur. more>>
Friday, April 5 2013 2:19 PM EDT2013-04-05 18:19:15 GMT
Country singer Sammy Kershaw inadvertently set a fire Thursday in his home that, as a result, sustained "heavy smoke damage, but no structural damage."more>>
Country singer Sammy Kershaw inadvertently set a fire Thursday in his home that, as a result, sustained "heavy smoke damage, but no structural damage."more>>
Thursday, March 28 2013 7:54 AM EDT2013-03-28 11:54:18 GMT
Actress Ashley Judd announced Wednesday she won't run for U.S. Senate in Kentucky against Republican Leader Mitch McConnell.more>>
Actress Ashley Judd announced Wednesday she won't run for U.S. Senate in Kentucky against Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, saying she had given serious thought to a campaign but decided her responsibilities and energy need to be focused on her family.more>>
Friday, March 15 2013 2:26 PM EDT2013-03-15 18:26:06 GMT
Jack Greene, a longtime Grand Ole Opry star whose "There Goes My Everything" won single of the year by the Country Music Association in 1967, has died in Nashville at 83. more>>
Jack Greene, a longtime Grand Ole Opry star whose "There Goes My Everything" won single of the year by the Country Music Association in 1967, has died in Nashville at 83. more>>
Friday, March 8 2013 9:08 AM EST2013-03-08 14:08:10 GMT
Country singer-songwriter Claude King, an original member of the Louisiana Hayride who was best known for the 1962 hit "Wolverton Mountain," has died. He was 90.more>>
Country singer-songwriter Claude King, an original member of the Louisiana Hayride who was best known for the 1962 hit "Wolverton Mountain," has died. He was 90.more>>
Tuesday, March 5 2013 8:49 PM EST2013-03-06 01:49:05 GMT
The 21st Annual Tin Pan South Music Festival is coming up in just a few weeks. In fact, tickets for the 5-day festival went on sale Tuesday morning.more>>
The 21st Annual Tin Pan South Music Festival is coming up in just a few weeks. In fact, tickets for the 5-day festival went on sale Tuesday morning.more>>
Monday, February 25 2013 7:31 AM EST2013-02-25 12:31:32 GMT
A three-day event in Camden featuring concerts, speakers and a vigil will mark the 50th anniversary of the plane crash that killed country music star Patsy Cline and three others.more>>
A three-day event in Camden featuring concerts, speakers and a vigil will mark the 50th anniversary of the plane crash that killed country music star Patsy Cline and three others.more>>
Thursday, February 21 2013 1:43 PM EST2013-02-21 18:43:36 GMT
The fourth annual "We're All For The Hall" benefit concert will be held April 16 at Bridgestone Arena. This year's theme is "Rebels and Renegades, The Outlaws Are In."more>>
The fourth annual "We're All For The Hall" benefit concert will be held April 16 at Bridgestone Arena. This year's theme is "Rebels and Renegades, The Outlaws Are In."more>>
Wednesday, February 20 2013 6:53 AM EST2013-02-20 11:53:38 GMT
The Tennessee Supreme Court has put an end to Curb Records' fight to keep Tim McGraw off another label -- two weeks after he released his new album with Big Machine Records.more>>
The Tennessee Supreme Court has put an end to Curb Records' fight to keep Tim McGraw off another label -- two weeks after he released his new album with Big Machine Records.more>>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 4:59 PM EST2013-02-19 21:59:18 GMT
There's a new band taking a shot at fame in Nashville. That may not sound surprising, but when you meet the members of this musical trio, you'll see they're not a group of unknown youngsters.more>>
There's a new band taking a shot at fame in Nashville. That may not sound surprising, but when you meet the members of this musical trio, you'll see they're not a group of unknown youngsters.more>>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 6:42 AM EST2013-02-19 11:42:25 GMT
Arkansas investigators found Mindy McCready Sunday afternoon with an apparent gunshot wound to the head. Many in Nashville who knew her reacted to the news of her death.more>>
Arkansas investigators found Mindy McCready Sunday afternoon with an apparent gunshot wound to the head. Many in Nashville who knew her reacted to the news of her death.more>>
Monday, February 18 2013 2:34 PM EST2013-02-18 19:34:59 GMT
Authorities said they found country singer Mindy McCready's body on the same porch of her northern Arkansas home where her boyfriend was found dead of an apparent suicide last month.more>>
Authorities said they found country singer Mindy McCready's body on the same porch of her northern Arkansas home where her boyfriend was found dead of an apparent suicide last month.more>>
Wednesday, February 13 2013 2:19 PM EST2013-02-13 19:19:05 GMT
Eric Church is the top nominee at this year's Academy of Country Music Awards. The rising country music star has seven nominations for the April 7 awards show in Las Vegas. more>>
Eric Church is the top nominee at this year's Academy of Country Music Awards. The rising country music star has seven nominations for the April 7 awards show in Las Vegas.more>>
Monday, February 11 2013 7:03 AM EST2013-02-11 12:03:36 GMT
The academy had a clear message at its 55th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday night: There are a lot of top acts today with both mainstream appeal and an edge to their music, and the academy was happy to reward them all. more>>
The academy had a clear message at its 55th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday night: There are a lot of top acts today with both mainstream appeal and an edge to their music, and the academy was happy to reward them all. more>>
Thursday, February 7 2013 9:27 AM EST2013-02-07 14:27:19 GMT
The Country Music Hall of Fame will reopen on Thursday after being closed for two weeks. The Hall closed on January 22 to do some seasonal cleaning and sprucing up.more>>
The Country Music Hall of Fame will reopen on Thursday after being closed for two weeks. The Hall closed on January 22 to do some seasonal cleaning and sprucing up.more>>
Monday, January 28 2013 1:47 PM EST2013-01-28 18:47:43 GMT
A New York center that honors artists Jackson Pollock and his wife Lee Krasner is teaming with a Tennessee guitar manufacturer on a unique fundraising project.more>>
A New York center that honors artists Jackson Pollock and his wife Lee Krasner is teaming with a Tennessee guitar manufacturer on a unique fundraising project.more>>
Monday, January 28 2013 10:30 AM EST2013-01-28 15:30:13 GMT
A spokeswoman for Morrissey said the former Smiths frontman and solo artist postponed several shows, including one in Nashville, after being diagnosed with a bleeding ulcer.more>>
A spokeswoman for Morrissey said the former Smiths frontman and solo artist postponed several shows, including one in Nashville, after being diagnosed with a bleeding ulcer.more>>
Friday, January 18 2013 8:43 PM EST2013-01-19 01:43:42 GMT
This weekend, gospel music is taking over Nashville. Friday, BMI named Edwin Hawkins, Lady Tramaine Hawkins and Kurt Carr as Trailblazers of gospel music. more>>
This weekend, gospel music is taking over Nashville. Friday, BMI named Edwin Hawkins, Lady Tramaine Hawkins and Kurt Carr as Trailblazers of gospel music.more>>
Tuesday, January 15 2013 8:43 AM EST2013-01-15 13:43:11 GMT
A long list of country's hottest newcomers will compete to become the Academy of Country Music's new artist of the year -- and fans can help sort it all out.more>>
A long list of country's hottest newcomers will compete to become the Academy of Country Music's new artist of the year -- and fans can help sort it all out.more>>
Wednesday, January 9 2013 1:50 PM EST2013-01-09 18:50:55 GMT
The Recording Academy announced Wednesday that the multiple Grammy nominees will perform at the awards, airing live on CBS from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 10.more>>
The Recording Academy announced Wednesday that the multiple Grammy nominees will perform at the awards, airing live on CBS from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 10.more>>
Tuesday, January 8 2013 1:22 PM EST2013-01-08 18:22:52 GMT
Elvis Presley fans from as far as Japan and Brazil have gathered in Memphis to sing "Happy Birthday" to the late rock n' roll icon on his 78th birthday.more>>
Elvis Presley fans from as far as Japan and Brazil have gathered in Memphis to sing "Happy Birthday" to the late rock n' roll icon on his 78th birthday.more>>
Thursday, January 3 2013 9:23 AM EST2013-01-03 14:23:10 GMT
Patti Page, who made "Tennessee Waltz" one of the best-selling recordings ever, has died. She was 85. Page died on New Year's Day in Encinitas, Calif., according to her manager.more>>
Patti Page, who made "Tennessee Waltz" one of the best-selling recordings ever, has died. She was 85. Page died on New Year's Day in Encinitas, Calif., according to her manager.more>>
Friday, December 28 2012 7:54 AM EST2012-12-28 12:54:34 GMT
A new Graceland exhibit explores Elvis Presley's connection with the islands of Hawaii. "Elvis' Hawaii: Concerts, Movies and More!" will open in conjunction with the Elvis 2013 Birthday Celebration on January 8.more>>
A new Graceland exhibit explores Elvis Presley's connection with the islands of Hawaii. "Elvis' Hawaii: Concerts, Movies and More!" will open in conjunction with the Elvis 2013 Birthday Celebration on January 8.more>>
Thursday, December 27 2012 3:11 PM EST2012-12-27 20:11:55 GMT
Kings of Leon's drummer Nathan Followill and his wife, singer-songwriter Jessie Baylin, welcomed a baby girl on Wednesday. It's the first baby for the couple and the third for the Followill family band.more>>
Kings of Leon's drummer Nathan Followill and his wife, singer-songwriter Jessie Baylin, welcomed a baby girl on Wednesday. It's the first baby for the couple and the third for the Followill family band.more>>
Thursday, December 27 2012 2:54 PM EST2012-12-27 19:54:50 GMT
Prosecutors declined to pursue a criminal trespassing charge against a Wisconsin man arrested after climbing a fence at a Nashville home linked to country star Taylor Swift.more>>
Prosecutors declined to pursue a criminal trespassing charge against a Wisconsin man arrested after climbing a fence at a Nashville home linked to country star Taylor Swift.more>>
Friday, December 14 2012 1:38 PM EST2012-12-14 18:38:29 GMT
A man was arrested overnight for allegedly trespassing at a home linked to Taylor Swift. 24-year old Jacob Kulke was booked at around 2 a.m. Friday on a criminal trespassing charge.more>>
A man was arrested overnight for allegedly trespassing at a home linked to Taylor Swift. 24-year old Jacob Kulke was booked at around 2 a.m. Friday on a criminal trespassing charge.more>>
Tuesday, December 11 2012 8:58 AM EST2012-12-11 13:58:35 GMT
Luke Bryan cleaned up during the fan-voted show, earning nine awards, including artist and album of the year. His smash hit "I Don't Want This Night To End" was named single and music video of the year.more>>
Luke Bryan cleaned up during the fan-voted show, earning nine awards, including artist and album of the year. His smash hit "I Don't Want This Night To End" was named single and music video of the year.more>>
Wednesday, December 5 2012 11:07 PM EST2012-12-06 04:07:48 GMT
Six different artists have tied for the most Grammy Award nominations -- Kanye West, Jay-Z, Frank Ocean, Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, Mumford & Sons and fun.more>>
Six different artists have tied for the most Grammy Award nominations -- Kanye West, Jay-Z, Frank Ocean, Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, Mumford & Sons and fun.more>>
Wednesday, December 5 2012 11:00 PM EST2012-12-06 04:00:20 GMT
Nashville takes center stage as the host of the Grammy Nominations concert, and downtown business owners are thrilled to be back in the spotlight. more>>
Nashville takes center stage as the host of the Grammy Nominations concert, and downtown business owners are thrilled to be back in the spotlight. more>>
Wednesday, December 5 2012 11:16 AM EST2012-12-05 16:16:42 GMT
It's a big night for Music City as the GRAMMY Nominations Concert will be broadcast live from Nashville on Wednesday. Taylor Swift and LL Cool J will co-host the show at Bridgestone Arena.more>>
It's a big night for Music City as the GRAMMY Nominations Concert will be broadcast live from Nashville on Wednesday. Taylor Swift and LL Cool J will co-host the show at Bridgestone Arena.more>>
Wednesday, December 5 2012 6:57 AM EST2012-12-05 11:57:07 GMT
The Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights honored 6-time Grammy winner Taylor Swift with their Ripple of Hope Award on Monday night.more>>
The Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights honored 6-time Grammy winner Taylor Swift with their Ripple of Hope Award on Monday night.more>>
Monday, December 3 2012 2:02 PM EST2012-12-03 19:02:21 GMT
Seven-time Grammy winning country music trio Lady Antebellum announced Monday they are starting an organization targeted specifically at helping children locally, nationally, and globally.more>>
Seven-time Grammy winning country music trio Lady Antebellum announced Monday they are starting an organization targeted specifically at helping children locally, nationally, and globally.more>>
Monday, November 19 2012 8:58 AM EST2012-11-19 13:58:23 GMT
For the first time in history, the Grammy nominations concert will take place in Music City. LL Cool J and Taylor Swift will host the live show at Bridgestone Arena on December 5.more>>
For the first time in history, the Grammy nominations concert will take place in Music City. LL Cool J and Taylor Swift will host the live show at Bridgestone Arena on December 5.more>>
Friday, November 2 2012 8:53 AM EDT2012-11-02 12:53:50 GMT
The Country Music Association handed out its coveted awards in downtown Nashville at the 46th Annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena.more>>
It was couples night at the Country Music Association Awards as Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert capped an emotional evening with Shelton's first entertainer of the year award.more>>
Thursday, November 1 2012 4:34 PM EDT2012-11-01 20:34:07 GMT
Fans of country music superstar Martina McBride have raised over $25,000 to date for cancer research after being inspired by her song, "I'm Gonna Love You Through It,"more>>
Fans of country music superstar Martina McBride have raised over $25,000 to date for cancer research after being inspired by her song, "I'm Gonna Love You Through It,"more>>
Thursday, November 1 2012 10:50 AM EDT2012-11-01 14:50:49 GMT
In the time Carrie Underwood has spent co-hosting the CMA Awards with Brad Paisley, she's learned there's nothing fake about the man with the white hat.more>>
Spend a lot of time with a guy over five years and you get to know him pretty well. In the time Carrie Underwood has spent co-hosting the CMA Awards with Brad Paisley, she's learned there's nothing fake about the man with the white hat.more>>
Thursday, November 1 2012 10:43 AM EDT2012-11-01 14:43:19 GMT
Collin Raye has recorded 16 number one country hits and sold millions of records, but his latest project could be one of the closest to his heart.more>>
Collin Raye has recorded 16 number one country hits and sold millions of records, but his latest project could be one of the closest to his heart.more>>
Thursday, November 1 2012 10:13 AM EDT2012-11-01 14:13:30 GMT
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return as hosts for the fifth straight year at the 46th annual CMA Awards, which will be broadcast live from Bridgestone Arena.more>>
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return as hosts for the fifth straight year at the 46th annual CMA Awards, which will be broadcast live from Bridgestone Arena.more>>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 11:19 PM EDT2012-10-31 03:19:28 GMT
The 60th annual BMI Music Awards were held Tuesday night in Music City. The awards took place on Music Row and honored some of country's best songwriters.more>>
The 60th annual BMI Music Awards were held Tuesday night in Music City. The awards took place on Music Row and honored some of country's best songwriters.more>>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 10:47 PM EDT2012-10-31 02:47:32 GMT
A big week in Nashville with one red carpet after another kicked off Monday with the ASCAP awards honoring the industry's best songwriters and publishers.more>>
A big week in Nashville with one red carpet after another kicked off Monday with the ASCAP awards honoring the industry's best songwriters and publishers.more>>
Tuesday, October 30 2012 9:16 PM EDT2012-10-31 01:16:45 GMT
Taylor Swift's new album is called "Red," but its true color is a brilliant platinum. The 22-year-old sold 1.2 million copies of her latest album in its first week -- the largest sales week for any album in a decade.more>>
Taylor Swift's new album is called "Red," but its true color is a brilliant platinum. The 22-year-old sold 1.2 million copies of her latest album in its first week -- the largest sales week for any album in a decade.more>>
Monday, October 29 2012 12:29 PM EDT2012-10-29 16:29:42 GMT
Country star Kenny Chesney will perform at halftime when the Cowboys host the Redskins on Thanksgiving Day to kick off the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign.more>>
Country star Kenny Chesney will perform at halftime when the Cowboys host the Redskins on Thanksgiving Day to kick off the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign.more>>
Monday, October 29 2012 12:21 PM EDT2012-10-29 16:21:06 GMT
Officials said Taylor Swift will join LL Cool J as host of the December 5 Grammy nominations special, airing live on CBS from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.more>>
Officials said Taylor Swift will join LL Cool J as host of the December 5 Grammy nominations special, airing live on CBS from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.more>>
Tuesday, October 23 2012 4:20 PM EDT2012-10-23 20:20:54 GMT
Red, the fourth studio album from six-time Grammy Award winner Taylor Swift, was released worldwide Monday and the disc is already notching striking sales numbers and widespread critical acclaim.more>>
Red, the fourth studio album from six-time Grammy Award winner Taylor Swift, was released worldwide Monday and the disc is already notching striking sales numbers and widespread critical acclaim.more>>
Tuesday, October 23 2012 11:11 AM EDT2012-10-23 15:11:22 GMT
On Taylor Swift's new album, "Red," there's a song where the 22-year-old superstar sings about a famous singer who spends years under the glare of the spotlight, then ditches her uncomfortable fame for a life of solitude.more>>
On Taylor Swift's new album, "Red," there's a song where the 22-year-old superstar sings about a fictional one: a famous singer who spends years under the glare of the spotlight, then ditches her uncomfortable fame for a life of solitude.more>>
Thursday, October 18 2012 2:14 PM EDT2012-10-18 18:14:51 GMT
Jason Aldean will be making history at one of baseball's most historic sites. Aldean will be the first country music star to play a concert at Fenway Park, the iconic home of the Boston Red Sox.more>>
Jason Aldean will be making history at one of baseball's most historic sites. Aldean will be the first country music star to play a concert at Fenway Park, the iconic home of the Boston Red Sox.more>>
Thursday, October 18 2012 8:11 AM EDT2012-10-18 12:11:14 GMT
The Nashville Symphony's Maestro will continue hitting high notes in Music City for years to come. The Symphony extended Giancarlo Guerrero's contract until the year 2020.more>>
The Nashville Symphony's Maestro will continue hitting high notes in Music City for years to come. The Symphony extended Giancarlo Guerrero's contract until the year 2020.more>>
Wednesday, October 17 2012 9:54 AM EDT2012-10-17 13:54:54 GMT
Bridgestone Arena has been ranked ninth in the US and 31st in the world for concert attendance. The rankings are from international trade publication Pollstar's third quarter ticket sales report.more>>
Bridgestone Arena has been ranked ninth in the US and 31st in the world for concert attendance. The rankings are from international trade publication Pollstar's third quarter ticket sales report.more>>
Tuesday, October 16 2012 6:23 AM EDT2012-10-16 10:23:00 GMT
Nashville's own historic poster maker Hatch Show Print will be moving into the new Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum as part of the museum's expansion.more>>
Nashville's own historic poster maker Hatch Show Print will be moving into the new Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum as part of the museum's expansion.more>>
Tuesday, October 9 2012 11:39 PM EDT2012-10-10 03:39:09 GMT
The International Entertainment Buyers Association held its annual Hall of Fame Awards and the CMA's SRO Awards Tuesday night in downtown Nashville. more>>
The International Entertainment Buyers Association held its annual Hall of Fame Awards and the CMA's SRO Awards Tuesday night in downtown Nashville.more>>
Friday, October 5 2012 6:38 PM EDT2012-10-05 22:38:03 GMT
The Railroad Revival Tour has run off the tracks. The cross-country tour featuring Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson, Band of Horses and John C. Reilly has been canceled by organizers.more>>
The Railroad Revival Tour has run off the tracks. The cross-country tour featuring Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson, Band of Horses and John C. Reilly has been canceled by organizers.more>>
Thursday, October 4 2012 3:27 PM EDT2012-10-04 19:27:41 GMT
Nashville Mayor Karl Dean announced Thursday morning that the Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame will be permanently housed in the new Music City Center.more>>
Nashville Mayor Karl Dean announced Thursday morning that the Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame will be permanently housed in the new Music City Center.more>>
Thursday, October 4 2012 3:24 PM EDT2012-10-04 19:24:18 GMT
Campbell "Doc" Mercer is throwing an annual festival celebrating the life and music of Bill Monroe but without the name of the "Father of Bluegrass Music" to promote it.more>>
Campbell "Doc" Mercer is throwing an annual festival celebrating the life and music of Bill Monroe but without the name of the "Father of Bluegrass Music" to promote it.more>>
Wednesday, October 3 2012 3:17 PM EDT2012-10-03 19:17:25 GMT
Garth Brooks is ending his run in Las Vegas. The country music superstar will play six more dates this fall at Wynn Las Vegas, concluding the three-year run Nov. 16-17.more>>
Garth Brooks is ending his run in Las Vegas. The country music superstar will play six more dates this fall at Wynn Las Vegas, concluding the three-year run Nov. 16-17.more>>
Tuesday, October 2 2012 1:58 PM EDT2012-10-02 17:58:55 GMT
Taylor Swift is giving $10,000 and concert tickets to a Boston school for the deaf after a prank during an online contest promising an on-campus performance by the Grammy-winning singer.more>>
Taylor Swift is giving $10,000 and concert tickets to a Boston school for the deaf after a prank during an online contest promising an on-campus performance by the Grammy-winning singer.more>>
Thursday, September 27 2012 12:29 PM EDT2012-09-27 16:29:27 GMT
Lil Wayne is not only making rap history, he's rock `n roll history: the rapper has surpassed Elvis Presley as the leading male with the most entries on Billboard's Hot 100 chart.more>>
Lil Wayne is not only making rap history, he's rock `n roll history: the rapper has surpassed Elvis Presley as the leading male with the most entries on Billboard's Hot 100 chart.more>>
Wednesday, September 26 2012 9:04 PM EDT2012-09-27 01:04:53 GMT
The Tennessee's Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court ruling in the ongoing contract dispute between country star Tim McGraw and Curb Records.more>>
The Tennessee's Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court ruling in the ongoing contract dispute between country star Tim McGraw and Curb Records.more>>
Wednesday, September 26 2012 3:07 PM EDT2012-09-26 19:07:47 GMT
George Strait announced Wednesday during a news conference at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum that he will embark on his final tour early next year.more>>
George Strait announced Wednesday during a news conference at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum that he will embark on his final tour early next year.more>>
Tuesday, September 25 2012 9:52 AM EDT2012-09-25 13:52:21 GMT
Willie Nelson has proven to be one of America's most prolific songwriters. Turns out he's no slouch when it comes to memoirs, either: He has a new one due in November.more>>
Willie Nelson has proven to be one of America's most prolific songwriters. Turns out he's no slouch when it comes to memoirs, either: He has a new one due in November.more>>
Wednesday, September 5 2012 10:22 PM EDT2012-09-06 02:22:07 GMT
Taylor Swift will go for her third entertainer of the year award at this year's Country Music Association Awards, but she'll have to share the spotlight.more>>
Taylor Swift will go for her third entertainer of the year award at this year's Country Music Association Awards, but she'll have to share the spotlight.more>>
Monday, September 3 2012 8:38 PM EDT2012-09-04 00:38:56 GMT
British boy band One Direction and a U.S. punk group of the same name have reached an agreement that allows the U.K. group to continue use of the name.more>>
British boy band One Direction and a U.S. punk group of the same name have reached an agreement that allows the U.K. group to continue use of the name.more>>
Wednesday, August 22 2012 6:53 AM EDT2012-08-22 10:53:00 GMT
Music collective Pink Martini has released the last song that Phyllis Diller recorded, Charlie Chaplain's "Smile," as a fitting tribute to her memory.more>>
Music collective Pink Martini has released the last song that Phyllis Diller recorded, Charlie Chaplain's "Smile," as a fitting tribute to her memory.more>>
Tuesday, August 21 2012 2:00 PM EDT2012-08-21 18:00:28 GMT
The Recording Academy is moving its annual live Grammy nominations concert special to Nashville. The special will air live December 5 on CBS from Bridgestone Arena.more>>
The Recording Academy is moving its annual live Grammy nominations concert special to Nashville. The special will air live December 5 on CBS from Bridgestone Arena.more>>
Tuesday, August 21 2012 11:35 AM EDT2012-08-21 15:35:56 GMT
Country singer Taylor Swift joined several members of the Kennedy clan, including boyfriend Conor Kennedy, in a somber weekend visit to the grave of his mother on Cape Cod.more>>
Country singer Taylor Swift joined several members of the Kennedy clan, including boyfriend Conor Kennedy, in a somber weekend visit to the grave of his mother on Cape Cod.more>>
Tuesday, August 21 2012 10:05 AM EDT2012-08-21 14:05:49 GMT
Six-time Grammy winner Taylor Swift will perform at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards next month. But she won't be the only gold winner in the room.more>>
Six-time Grammy winner Taylor Swift will perform at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards next month. But she won't be the only gold winner in the room.more>>
Monday, August 20 2012 10:47 AM EDT2012-08-20 14:47:05 GMT
A representative for Willie Nelson said the country music legend is feeling better after canceling a weekend performance and will be back on the road.more>>
A representative for Willie Nelson said the country music legend is feeling better after canceling a weekend performance and will be back on the road.more>>
