Music City Minute

The 2024 CMA Awards are a week away, and this year's performance lineup has been revealed. Lainey Wilson and Luke Bryan will be pulling double duty as they are both hosting (along with Payton Manning) and performing. Post Malone is slated for two solo performances and will team up with Chris Stapleton for their duet "California Sober." Thomas Rhett and Teddy Swims will perform "Something About A W...

Singer and former "The Voice" contestant Jay Allen is kind of an intimidating dude. He's pretty muscular and covered in tattoos. However, according to Allen, none of that mattered when he was held at gunpoint during robbery at Nashville grocery store. He confirmed via social media he was, "Okay overall except out a few bucks." He admitted that he felt helpless, taken advantage of and mad at himsel...

Josh Turner has had plenty of memorable shows, however, one of his latest was out of this world! Turner and his team were invited by NASA to the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. But this wasn't just a run-of-the-mill visit, Turner had the opportunity to perform “Two Steppin’ On The Moon” for the astronauts currently living on the International Space Station. Talk about an...

Keith Urban is weighing in on what he considers the best country song ever written, "He Stopped Loving Her Today" by George Jones. In Urban's opinion, that song is a great example of when great writing and a great performer come together and create magic. Even though it's the Aussie's favorite song, he won't be covering anytime soon. Urban feels like no one can match Jones' energy, feeling and pas...

It is always a gamble scheduling concerts this late in the year at Red Rocks. Unfortunately, Dustin Lynch is learning that the hard way. His debut headline show has been rescheduled for April 16 . The press release states the reason for postponement is the forecasted inclement weather, and safety is a top priority. Tickets for the November 6 concert will be honored at the new show or a refund can...

Gabriel Iglesias has said that folks, "Don't find country music, country music finds you. Country music knows when you're sad, weak and vulnerable and need something to fill the void." I think a lot of us can agree that country music makes us feel better. And that's not just opinion, it is a measured fact. A study done by Tebra looked into the types of music for positive mental health. According t...

Dolly Parton is being honored by the U.S. Department of State and the Recording Academy with the PEACE Through Music Award! The Recording Academy CEO said the "9 to 5" singer is a perfect representation of the spirit of the award because, "For generations, she's embodied the true meaning of inclusion, togetherness, understanding and service to people."   Reba McEntire has shared a hilarious s...

Kasey Musgraves opened up about a scary encounter that happened at her house. The "Rainbow" artist explained that she and a couple friends had stepped out on her front porch barefoot. Suddenly her guardian angel, I mean blue heeler, Pepper, jumped in front of her and saved her from stepping on a rattlesnake. Unfortunately, Pepper was struck by the rattler and was rushed to the vet. Musgraves confi...

Indy country artist Joshua Ray Walker is being treated for colon cancer. About a month ago, he underwent his second surgery which he said kicked his butt. However, Walker posted a positive update saying, "As far as my doctors can tell, there is no discernible amount of cancer anywhere in my body at the moment." Even though remission is five years away, Walker is feeling really good. So good, he's...

Country music's biggest artists and fans gathered together for an extremely good cause. Concert for Carolina was a smashing success. Much of the benefit show was organized by Luke Combs and Eric Church. The sold out show drew a crowd of over 82,000 people to the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on October 26. Other artists who performed that night included James Taylor, Billy...

Alana Springsteen and her band had to cancel a string of shows over the weekend due to a terrifying bus fire. Springsteen took to social media to document the ordeal, saying she was beyond grateful that everyone escaped unharmed. However, their equipment and belongings were not so lucky. The "Ghost In My Guitar" singer posted a follow up saying she and her crew are doing well and they will be back...

Kelsea Ballerini is in her Phoenix Era, and she'll be flying high over the U.S. embarking on an arena tour next year. There are thirty cities on the Kelsea Ballerini Live tour, which kicks off in January and wraps up March 30, here in Denver at the Ball Arena. General tickets sales start Friday, November 1, at 10 a.m.   Henry Winkler stopped by "Live with Kelly and Mark" and revealed he is a...

 Keith Urban and Luke Combs' wife, Nicole, have an interesting shared connection. Urban explains he has a dad joke he tells when meeting a Nicole for the first time. He'll say, "Wow this is crazy, I just met you and I have your name tattooed on my arm!" Well, he used that joke when he met Nicole Combs and she said, "Well actually, I am named after your wife." Turns out Nicole was born in 1992...

On Sunday, October 20, Toby Keith was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. His 30-year career was highlighted during the medallion ceremony, where friends and fellow artists took the stage to sing a few of Keith's most iconic songs. Eric Church performed "Don't Let the Old Man In," and Blake Shelton sang a medley of "I Love This Bar" and "Red Solo Cup." Toby's wife, Tricia, was on hand to...

Pop and Rock n Roll legend Ringo Starr is going country. Next year, the former Beatles member will be releasing an eleven-song record called "Look Up." The new album will feature collaborations with Alison Krauss, Billy Strings and Molly Tuttle. The first single, "Time On My Hands," is available for streaming now. Interestingly, this is actually Starr's second career country record. His first date...

I imagine Morgan Wallen is waking up this week feeling pretty good. He's been busy with fundraising and food collection efforts for hurricane relief. On Friday, October 18, Wallen released his latest heartbreak song, "Love Somebody ." And, looking onto the future, the "Whiskey Glasses" singer is curating a fan experience like nothing he has done before. Wallen is launching a three-day music fest c...

Congratulations to HARDY and his wife, Caleigh — they are expecting their first baby! HARDY initially broke the news at a No. 1 party for Kenny Chesney's "Take Her Home" (which HARDY helped write.) Later, the soon-to-be mom and dad shared their big news with a carousel of photos that were captioned; "Baby HARDY arriving February, 2025!" Blake Shelton teamed up with an organization called 'Mu...

Luke Combs is being inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame! The "Lovin' On You" singer will be receiving his star along Nashville's Music City Mile landmark during the induction ceremony on October 30. The timing of this honor couldn't have been better because just three days later, on November 2, Combs will celebrate the grand opening of his venue Category 10!   On November 28, 2025, The...

Lainey Wilson announced she will be headlining the Dallas Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day Halftime Show. She promised a great show that will keep fans on their toes. The "Hang Tight Honey" singer also teased she has a special guest lined up to join her for the performance.   Jelly Roll revealed he is opening a bar along Nashville's famed Lower Broadway. The venue will be called "Jelly Roll's Goodni...

Brantley Gilbert is currently on his "Off the Rails Tour," and that title ended up being prophetic. On Friday, October 11, Gilbert was called off stage in Tupelo, Mississippi, and was gone for about an hour according to fans. Visibly emotional, the "Bottoms Up" singer returned to the stage and announced, "We got a baby, Mississippi!" Gilbert confirmed his wife, Amber, had given birth to their thir...

Jamey Johnson has signed a new record deal with Warner Music Nashville. Also, he's releasing his first album in 14 years! "Midnight Gasoline" will drop on November 8. The album was written and recorded at the famed Cash Cabin in Hendersonville, Tennessee, and is the first in a series of Cash Cabin recordings. Johnson opened up about recording at the legendary studio. In order to stay in a cre...

Gabby Barrett is a busy lady. Last week, she had a night off from touring and attended the 55th annual GMA Dove Awards in Nashville. While on the red carpet, Barrett revealed she is releasing her first gospel single, "Jesus on a Train ." The "Pick Me Up" singer feels she is at a point where it is important to show her identity as a Christian. Not only that, but she is comfortable balancing country...

For much of the music industry, the Grammy Awards are considered the tippy-top of the recognition pyramid. Well, Zach Bryan may not share that same feeling anymore. The “Pink Skies” singer had decided not to submit his latest album, “Great American Bar Scene” or any singles for consideration. It is not clear why he changed his tune — I mean, he did attend the awards a...

A massive hurricane relief show has been announced.    North Carolina natives Luke Combs, Eric Church and James Taylor present the “Concert for Carolina” on Saturday, October 26. This special show also features Colorado favorite Billy Strings, as well as a roster of performers who will be announced later. The Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, will play hos...

Have you ever wondered what inspired Shaboozey's name? Well, it all goes back to his childhood. The "Bar Song" singer was born Collins Chibueze. His last name is Nigerian for "God is king." As you can imagine, his name was often misspelled and mispronounced. As a person with a somewhat unique name, I can empathize. It was this exact mishap from his high school football coach that directly led to h...