Drive By Hero
A utility worker in Phoenix is a hero after rescuing a toddler just seconds before the child ran into traffic. The hero’s name is Robert Butler and he spotted the kid running alone toward a busy intersection. So, he
Ne-Yo drops the country-leaning single ‘Up, Out & Gone’
NE-YO has dropped his latest song, “Up, Out, & Gone,” his second country-leaning single released under Compound Entertainment and Atlantic Outpost. Blending NE-YO’s signature smooth R&B style with modern country influences, the song captures a carefree spirit
Ella Langley’s album ‘Dandelion’ debuts at No. 1, as “Choosin’ Texas” continues to top the Billboard 100
Ella Langley is having a career-defining week, with her second album Dandelion opening at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The project not only marks her first chart-topping album, but also delivers the biggest week of 2026
Principal Prom King
By now you might have heard of the Oklahoma high school principal who was shot while stopping a school shooter. The principal’s name is Kirk Moore, and in addition to saving countless lives, he also got an
Riley Green shares new song ‘My Way’ amid acting debut on CBS’s ‘Marshals’
Country artist Riley Green is branching into acting with a role in CBS’s Western drama Marshals, while also contributing new music to the series. His self-written track “My Way,” produced by Dann Huff, will be featured in
Dan + Shay share the powerful new single “Say So”
Country stars Dan + Shay are opening a deeply personal chapter with their latest release, “Say So,” unveiled globally through Warner Records Nashville. Known for chart-topping love songs, the duo shifts into more vulnerable territory, delivering a
Celebrating Gotcha Day
An 11-year-old boy in Texas was surprised when most of his fifth-grade class showed up to court to support him on his adoption day. Classmates, teachers, and loved ones all cheered him on as he officially joined his
Hudson Westbrook shares the single “Hey Dallas”
Rising country artist Hudson Westbrook is back with fresh music, unveiling his new single “Hey Dallas.” Co-written with Reid Haughton, Beau Bailey, and Lukas Scott—who also produced the track alongside Ryan Youmans—the song cleverly riffs on the
Kip Moore reveals new album “Reason To Believe” and world tour plans
Kip Moore has announced his seventh studio album, Reason To Believe, set for release May 29th. Arriving not long after 2025’s Solitary Tracks, the project marks another step in Moore’s recent surge of new music following his
Video Game Distraction
Police in Westlake, Ohio, were called to check on a 91-year-old woman after she missed a daily wellness call. But she was doing just fine. Officers discovered she hadn’t heard the phone or knocks because she was playing video
Ashley Monroe unveils bold new project ‘Dear Nashville’
Ashley Monroe, acclaimed singer-songwriter and one-third of Miranda Lambert’s Pistol Annies, has dropped her latest project, Dear Nashville, a concept album that arrives unexpectedly following 2025’s Tennessee Lightning. The album, co-produced and co-written entirely with country veteran
Wiz Khalifa, Kane Brown, and Bret Michaels to headline 2026 NFL Draft Entertainment in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft with a free, three-day Entertainment Series from April 23–25 at the Draft Theater next to Acrisure Stadium. The event, presented by Bud Light, will feature major performances as
Missing Child Rescued by Homeless Man
A homeless man named Arnett Johnson became an unexpected hero after rescuing a missing 6-year-old boy he found wandering alone in Miami at night. The man noticed something was wrong, so he stayed with the child, and called police
Kacey Musgraves joins 2026 Coachella Weekend 2 lineup with surprise set
Kacey Musgraves is officially making a return to Coachella in 2026, announcing a surprise performance during Weekend 2 of the festival. Musgraves will take the stage on Saturday, April 18, filling the same high-visibility Mojave Tent slot
Thomas Rhett earns 25th No. 1 with “Ain’t A Bad Life” with Jordan Davis
Thomas Rhett has reached a major career milestone, earning his 25th No. 1 single with “Ain’t A Bad Life,” featuring Jordan Davis. Ain’t A Bad Life, co-written by Rhett alongside Ashley Gorley, Blake Pendergrass, John Byron, and
Competition Helps Out
A tiny burger joint in Michigan just helped out a competitor in a time of need. Chef Tim Bergstrom is battling cancer, so it’s been tough running his restaurant Bergstrom’s Burgers. But that’s when crosstown rival Oakwood Proper Burgers
Country Thunder Florida moving to Clearwater for 2026 Event
Country Thunder Florida is changing course for 2026, with organizers confirming the three-day festival will now be held May 8–10 at Coachman Park in Clearwater—about 45 minutes north of its previously planned home at St. Pete Beach.
Taylor Swift tops the 2026 American Music Awards nominations
Taylor Swift once again dominates the list of nominees for the American Music Awards (AMAs), leading the 2026 nominations with eight total nods and extending her position as the most awarded artist in the show’s history. With
Mitchell Tenpenny shares video for ‘Speed of Light’
Mitchell Tenpenny is rolling out his latest single, “Speed of Light,” available to stream now. The track, co-written with Teddy Swims, Jesse Hampton, and Dallas Wilson, also lends its name to Tenpenny’s 2026 headlining tour. Mitchell shares:
Country Cruising 2027 expands lineup to include Alana Springsteen, Drake White, Tiera Kennedy and more
The seventh edition of ‘Country Cruising’ has expanded its 2027 lineup, adding Drake White, Alana Springsteen, Tiera Kennedy, James Otto, KC Johns, Kin Faux, Maggie Baugh, and Mike Miz. They join previously announced artists including Randy Travis