Music City Minute

Carly Pearce has offered up encouraging news about her health. Earlier this year she was diagnosed with pericarditis. She started medication, traded running for walking and toned down her live performances. It sounds like those changes have been helping the "Hummingbird" singer. Even though she is still taking it one day at a time, she is feeling better and hopeful about her recovery.   Willi...

When Carrie Underwood isn't performing in front of thousands of screaming fans around the world, sometimes she pops in to smaller venues for a spirit-filled performance close to home. Underwood made a surprise appearance at a Nashville-area church recently. Her talents were on full display as she performed several Christmas favorites for the church's annual holiday concert. Fellow worshippers said...

Several country stars revealed how they would spoil their spouses with a romantic dinner. Sam Hunt said he would whip up grilled chicken and pasta. Cody Johnson would pick up gourmet cooked meats from a local restaurant in Woodlands, Texas, mix in grilled veggies and throw some roses on the counter. Luke Bryan said he would pick up a Dairy Queen Ice Cream cake for Caroline because "that's her favo...

Ashley McBryde was so starstruck meeting Reba McEntire for the first time, it haunts her to this day. It happened in 2019 when Reba snuck into a radio interview with McBryde. “I’m your biggest fan!” said Queen Reba. Ashley was petrified, she then “honked like a goose” at the country icon and managed a shy “hi” back. This isn’t the only awkward introd...

Jelly Roll's health journey has been extremely successful so far. He has set and reached serval lofty goals, including completing a 5k this year. However, his new goal is the most ambitious yet – appearing on the cover of "Men's Health" magazine by March of 2026. The "Save Me" singer is well on his way to reaching that goal, having already lost over 100 lbs.   George Birge has opened up...

Dick Clark's New Years Rockin' Eve is going to be filled to the gills with country stars. Carrie Underwood was one of the first headliners announced for the popular New Year's party. HARDY, Ernest and Dasha will also be flexing their country chops on live TV. Lastly, Blake Shelton has confirmed he will be performing his new single "Texas" live from a Las Vegas stage. The end-of-the-year celebratio...

Keith Urban fans rejoice, the "Long Hot Summer" singer is hitting the road in 2025! The High and Alive world tour is set to kick off on May 22. Supporting acts include Chase Matthew, Alana Springsteen and Karley Scott Collins. The US leg of the tour will stop at Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre on July 17. General ticket sales start 10 a.m Friday, December 13.   The daughter of a countr...

Do you have what it takes to capture the spirit of Dolly Parton for a musical? Well, now is your chance to flex your acting and singing chops! A casting call has just opened for "Dolly: An Original Musical." "I want to give you the chance to help bring my story to Broadway; whether you are an experienced theatre professional or an undiscovered gem with a little special something" the Jolene singer...

Congratulations to Luke and Caroline Bryan who celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary over the weekend. The happy couple toasted with close family and friends out on the water, somewhere much warmer than Colorado right now. Of course, the party wouldn't be complete without everyone wearing matching t-shirts featuring a collage of Luke and Caroline over the years and the word "CAROLUKE" across t...

Luke Combs has made a big change to his lifestyle. In the past, Combs has talked about living with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD. Unfortunately, over the summer, Luke was having really bad flare-ups with crippling symptoms. The "Hurricane" singer decided to do a deep dive into his health, and he's been able to manage some of his symptoms by going gluten free. According to Combs, reworking...

Congratulations to Zach Bryan and Shaboozey, who have been chosen for the Forbes "30 Under 30" list for 2025. The list is made up of some of the most influential young changemakers across different industries including sports, gaming, entertainment, education, social media and of course, music. Both Bryan and Shaboozey have had an incredibly massive year; with Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)," spe...

As 2024 winds down for good, so will the full-time touring careers of several high-profile country performers. Here is a list of artists gearing up for retirement from life on the road. First up is Doug Stone, who said it's time to come off the road and have a home life to raise his seven-year-old daughter. Country comedian Ray Stevens has been preforming since he was 15 years old. Now at 85, he's...

Darryl Worley shared a very positive update about his daughter, Savanna, who was recently involved in a head-on car crash. "Everything is coming along nicely," Worley said. Savanna still has a lot of healing to do, but she was back home to celebrate Thanksgiving with the family. The "Have You Forgotten" singer also expressed gratitude to friends and fans for their prayers and well wishes.   M...

Parker McCollum had a huge surprise for a live crowd recently. Fans went wild when McCollum's wife, Hallie Ray, and son Major entered stage left. After introducing his family, the "Pretty Heart" singer said this was his three-month-old son's first ever concert and he "couldn't know less." Parker went on to joke that Major told him that he prefers Koe Wetzel over his dear old dad.   Ashley McB...

This week is all about family, friends and feasts. Whether you like a traditional turkey dinner or like to do your own thing, there is no shortage of country cookbooks with heaps of recipes to jazz up your holiday meal. First up is Loretta Lynn's: You're Cookin' It Country . Then there is Alan Jackson's:  Who Says You Can't Cook It All,  Tammy Wynette's:  Southern Cookbook , Martina...

Ella Langley didn't always have bangs. It turns out her very popular hairstyle was the result of an accident. The "You Look Like You Love Me" singer revealed that a while back, she was super nervous before a show and felt she need to trim the hair around her face. Unfortunately, she trimmed a little too much and was left with very short bangs halfway up her forehead. Thankfully, her stylist was ab...

I don't really pay attention to People magazine much. Sure, I might see an issue next to the checkout counter and think, "Huh, that guy from 'A Quiet Place' is the Sexiest Man Alive." So, that is why it completely escaped me until like, last Friday, that Luke Combs was included on the Sexiest Man list. He was a part of the Sexy at Every Age category – where one man i...

Pretty soon, the Sam Hunt family will be a party of five. Hunt confirmed he and his wife, Hannah, are expecting their third baby. The “House Party” singer said the news came while he was planning a hunting trip. His wife started getting morning sickness and needless to say, he had to rearrange his trip. There is no word yet on the baby’s due date.   Carley Pearce and Michael...

Back in October, Jelly Roll announced his plans to open a bar along the Honky-Tonk Highway. The venue, called Goodnight Nashville, now has official logo and social media pages that give us an idea of the bar's vibe – "Burgers, Spirits and Tattoos." That's a combination that could really lead folks to bad decisions. But, I'm sure if there is a tattoo parlor on the premises, there will be ster...

Former "The Voice" contestant Sundance Head has taken to social media to update fans on the injury that landed him in the hospital. On Friday, November 15, Head was preparing for a weekend of hunting. While he was setting up the campsite alone, there was an accidental discharge of his firearm, with the bullet striking him in the midsection. Even though the wound didn't affect any vital organs, unf...

Darryl Worley has extended a very serious request for prayers following a traumatic car accident involving his daughter, Savanna, which occurred on Sunday, November 17. Worley rushed home to Nashville from New Mexico upon hearing the 16-year-old was airlifted to the hospital with a broken leg, bruises and lacerations. We are sending all the healing thoughts and prayers to the Worley family.  ...

It's raining country music babies! HARDY and his wife, Caleigh, recently announced they are expecting. And, now they have shared their cute and simple gender reveal. In the couple's carousel of photos, we get a sneak peak of the baby's nursery with so-to-be pink walls. Yep, the Hardy's are having a girl. Caleigh gushed about her husband saying he will be the best girl dad.   Taylor Kerr of Ma...

Congratulations to the king, George Strait, as he will be receiving the 2024 Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement CMA Award. I don't think anybody in country music will argue that Strait hasn't earned this honor – with 60 number-one singles, 17 CMA wins, 83 CMA nominations and 70 million albums sold. This year's ceremony will definitely be one to watch (even if you are not really into award sh...

Trisha Yearwood and the Susan G. Komen organization have announced the inaugural Band As One Nashville – Concert for the Cure. The event will bring together some of country music's biggest stars to raise funds for those impacted by breast cancer. Although the full lineup hasn't been confirmed yet, we do know Yearwood will be the headliner. There are a few clues as to other artists who might...

Here in America, Dolly Parton is country music royalty, and she recently opened up about a missed experience with the future Queen of England. Last year, Dolly was invited to tea with the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton. Unfortunately, the "Rockstar" singer had to turn down the invitation because her schedule was too busy. However, Parton would like to make up for her absence by extending a form...