Courtesy of Sweet Talk Publicity Florida Georgia Line ‘Cruise’ Into the Spotlight With Release of New EP
On Tuesday (May 15), up-and-coming country duo Florida Georgia Line released their brand new five-song EP titled ‘It’z Just What We Do.’ Their debut single ‘Cruise’ has already become a fan favorite live, as it sets the bar for a fun, summertime anthem for years to come.
Rick Diamond, Getty Images Wade Bowen Raises $150K for Texas Advocacy Center During Annual Concert and Golf Benefit
Wade Bowen‘s heart of gold was in full force earlier this month when he held his 14th Annual Wade Bowen Classic concert and golf tournament in his hometown of Waco, Texas. The event, which benefits the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children, raised $150,000 over the course of a weekend.
Courtesy of hbpr Josh Abbott Band, ‘Touch’ – Lyrics Uncovered
The lyrics to the Josh Abbott Band‘s current single ‘Touch’ pick up where their previous hit, ‘Taste,’ left off. Penned by Abbott, along with the iconic Radney Foster and Jay Clementi, the song is right up the band’s alley — even though it was originally written for another superstar.
Jason Merritt, Getty Images Zac Brown Band Make Surprise Cameo in New Sonia Leigh ‘Bar’ Video
Southern Ground’s Sonia Leigh has released her second official music video for her current single, ‘Bar.’ The song follows hot on the heels of her previous hit, ‘My Name Is Money,’ and now the video is hoping to make a lasting impression on country lovers.
And if fans think they spot a few familiar faces in the video, don’t worry. Your mind is
Courtesy of Warner Music Nashville The Dirt Drifters Pull the Plug on Current Tour and Future Shows
Looks like the end is near for the Dirt Drifters, who gave their fans of some disappointing news this week. Thursday (May 3) afternoon, the band posted a short note on their websites explaining that they are bowing down from all future musical commitments at this time.
Rick Diamond, Getty Images Eli Young Band Excited to Tour (and Golf?) With Rascal Flatts on American Band Tour
This summer will be action-packed with all of the high-profile tours going on in country music. One of the most anticipated treks, however, is Rascal Flatts‘ American Band Tour, also featuring Eli Young Band, Little Big Town and Edens Edge.
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.
Courtesy of BNA Records Tyler Farr to Make Grand Ole Opry Debut
Saturday (April 28) will surely be a day in Tyler Farr‘s career that he will always remember. That is the night that the newcomer will walk onto the prestigious stage at the Grand Ole Opry, where many of the biggest country music stars of all time have stepped foot throughout their careers, including Farr’s own biggest hero, George Jones.
Jason Merritt, Getty Images Zac Brown Band Confirm New ‘Uncaged’ 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.
Lori Rask Daryle Singletary and Wife Expecting Baby No. 3 in November
Looks like Daryle Singletary will have one more mouth to feed by Christmas, as he and his wife Holly revealed exclusively to Taste of Country that they are expecting another bundle of joy later this year.
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