Ethan Miller, Getty Images Kenny Chesney Expands His Band Prior to Brothers of the Sun Tour Kickoff
Kenny Chesney is gearing up to head back out on the road on his first major stadium run since last summer’s Goin’ Coastal Tour. Not only is he sharing the stage with his fellow country music superstar Tim McGraw, but also famed Nashville musician Kenny Greenberg.
Rick Diamond, Getty Images Craig Morgan’s ‘All Access Outdoors’ to Return for a Third Season
This summer, Craig Morgan‘s hit series ‘All Access Outdoors’ will return to the Outdoors Channel for its third consecutive season. Like the previous two seasons of the show, Morgan takes viewers in the woods, on the water and everywhere in between to deliver a non-stop, action-packed program.
Rick Diamond, Getty Images One Dead in Justin Moore Bus Accident
More details have surfaced surrounding the fatal accident that occurred over the weekend (May 12) involving one of Justin Moore‘s tour buses and an automobile. Chicago resident Joseph Taylor was driving his vehicle around 6AM on Saturday when he struck the back side of the Moore’s band and crew bus at Interstate 57 and Route 16 in Illinois.
Rick Diamond, Getty Images Lee Brice, ‘Hard to Love’ – Lyrics Uncovered
The lyrics to Lee Brice‘s new single and title track to his latest album, ‘Hard to Love,’ were penned by talented songwriters Ben Glover, Billy Montana and John Ozier. The three writers crafted the tune in Rosemary Beach, Fla., a place where, for some reason, their creative minds always seem to be in overdrive.
Rick Diamond, Getty Images Jake Owen Issues Apology Following Run-In With the Law
Following a long night out in his hometown of Vero Beach, Fla. on Cinco de Mayo — which ultimately ended with him being cuffed and detained by police — Jake Owen took to Twitter Sunday morning to apologize for the comments he made while he was worked up about the incident.
Frazer Harrison, Getty Images Little Big Town, ‘Pontoon’ – Lyrics Uncovered
The inspiration behind the lyrics to Little Big Town‘s forthcoming single ‘Pontoon’ were a bit of a mix up, but for the band and the writers, a very, very good mix-up! The song is the first single from the band’s highly-anticipated fifth studio album, and it is already being called “the single of the summer” by many media outlets. ‘Pontoon’ was crafted by the amazing minds of Luke Laird, Natalie Hemby and Barry Dean.
Michael Loccisano, Getty Images Rascal Flatts Return to No. 1 With Latest Hit Single ‘Banjo’
Rascal Flatts can put on their party hats on this week, as their latest single ‘Banjo’ is sitting pretty at No. 1 on both the Billboard and Mediabase / Country Aircheck country singles charts. The new chart-topper marks the trio’s 14th career No. 1 hit.
Ethan Miller, Getty Images Chris Young, ‘Neon’ – Lyrics Uncovered
The lyrics to Chris Young‘s new hit on the rise, ‘Neon,’ might appear to be tricky, as only so many words rhyme with “neon.” But the song’s three writers — Trevor Rosen, Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally — crafted it in such a way that it works. Young snagged the tune for his third studio album, which he named after the song.
Jason Merritt, Getty Images Zac Brown Band Confirm New ‘Caged’ Album Release Date, Add New Member
As we reported earlier this week, new music is on the way for the Zac Brown Band! What was once an exciting rumor is now an official date on the calendar — on July 10, ZBB’s new album ‘Uncaged’ will hit stores nationwide. But that’s not all that the band revealed this week. In a recent interview with the Associated Press, Brown announced the addition of a percussionist, Daniel de los Reyes.
Royce DeGrie, Getty Images Keith Urban Gets Inducted Into Grand Ole Opry Family
Keith Urban is officially the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry family. Urban’s induction happened over the weekend (Saturday, April 21) in an emotional ceremony that included special performances by Trace Adkins, Josh Turner, and a surprise video congrats from Brad Paisley, who was unable to make it (in person) to Urban’s special evening.
Jason Merritt, Getty Images Keith Urban’s First Words Following Vocal Surgery Moved Nicole Kidman to Tears
After spending several weeks on vocal rest following surgery late last year, Keith Urban was ready to get back on stage and test out his singing chops. But more importantly, he was looking forward to having the ability to speak to his wife, Nicole Kidman, and two daughters after spending both the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays mum.
Alanna Conaway for Taste of Country Keith Urban, LoCash Cowboys Celebrate Success of ‘You Gonna Fly’ in Nashville
On Wednesday (April 11), Keith Urban hosted yet another No. 1 party — his favorite one yet — at Chappy’s restaurant in Nashville celebrating his latest chart-topping hit, ‘You Gonna Fly.’ Joining Urban for the upbeat celebration were the songwriters, Preston Brust and Chris Lucas of the LoCash Cowboys, as well as country rocker Jaren Johnston.
