Drew Baldridge: Stories Behind the Songs
Making his debut as a co-host, country artist Drew Baldridge joins Elaina Smith this week on Backstage Country. This marks the first time Drew will be stepping into the role,…
This Week’s Backstage Country Host: Drew Baldridge
Representing his home state of Illinois, Drew Baldridge is the guest host on Backstage Country! Joining Elaina Smith, Baldridge will be playing the latest country music hits, reminiscing about his early…
Nashville notes: Trace Adkins jazz moment + Loretta Lynns 1976 win
You can relive the moment Loretta Lynn became the first woman ever to win ACM entertainer of the year in 1976 on the Academy of Country Music’s YouTube channel. It…
Dont sweat it: Luke Bryan has an Idol superpower
Going into his eighth season of American Idol, Luke Bryan‘s identified his superpower as a judge. “I can read a fainter when they’re about to faint,” he told Jimmy Fallon during…
The Opry 100 lineup expands to include even more talent
The Opry’s three-hour anniversary celebration on NBC just got bigger, adding a multitude of performers to an already star-studded lineup. Alan Jackson, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Jamey Johnson, Keith Urban,…
Dolly on Carl Dean: He is in Gods arms now and I am okay with that
Dolly Parton‘s speaking out for the first time since announcing the passing of her husband, Carl Dean, on Monday. “This is a love note to family, friends, and fans,” she…
Clay Walker to star in Randy Travis film, Forever and Ever, Amen
Clay Walker is set to play Randy Travis in a new biopic titled Forever and Ever, Amen. The two made the announcement Wednesday night on the stage of the Grand…
The hits of Rascal Flatts get the superstar treatment with Refueled Duets
Even though Rascal Flatts are in the middle of what’s been considered their farewell tour, there’s at least one more album coming from the trio. Life is a Highway: Refueled Duets…
How John Morgans songwriting journey paved the way for Carolina Blue
Up until now, John Morgan‘s mainly been known for writing huge hits like “If I Didn’t Love You” for Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood, as well as “Trouble with a…