Category Archives: NCD News

Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, Trace Adkins & More Walk the Red Carpet at L.A. Premiere of “Bennett’s War” [Photo Gallery]
Trace Adkins will co-star in the upcoming film, Bennett’s War, which hits theaters nationwide on Aug. 30. During the flick’s L.A. premiere on Aug. 13, Trace walked the red carpet with his ...
Syndicated Author Aug 15, 2019

Lil Nas X on “Time” Cover, While Tim McGraw & Jon Meacham Pen Article on Country Music’s Role in Politics & Diversity
Lil Nas X, the man behind No. 1 hit “Old Town Road,” is featured on the cover of Time magazine (Aug. 26), while Tim McGraw and Jon Meacham teamed up to write an article that discusses coun...
Syndicated Author Aug 15, 2019

Hunter Hayes Announces New Album, “Wild Blue,” and Performs New Single, “Heartbreak” [Watch]
Hunter Hayes stopped by the Today show on Aug. 14 to perform his new single, “Heartbreak.” In a surprise turn, Hunter revealed that his new album, Wild Blue (Part I), will be released via ...
Syndicated Author Aug 14, 2019

Josh Turner Scores Multiple Gospel Music Awards Nominations
The Gospel Music Association announced its nominees for the 50th annual GMA Dove Awards. A number of gospel music staples earned multiple nominations in the Dove Awards categories, including Lauren Da...
Syndicated Author Aug 14, 2019

“Opry Salute to Ray Charles” TV Special With Darius Rucker, Chris Young, Trisha Yearwood & More to Premiere on PBS on Aug. 15
The Grand Ole Opry paid homage to icon Ray Charles in October 2018 with a special showcase that was hosted by Darius Rucker and featured performances by Darius, Cam, Brett Eldredge, Ronnie Milsap, Luk...
Syndicated Author Aug 14, 2019

The Highwomen Share Self-Titled Track [Listen]
The Highwomen-Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires, Maren Morris and Natalie Hemby-have shared their eponymous song, “Highwomen,” from their upcoming self-titled album (Sept. 6). “Highwomen...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2019

George Strait Adds More Dates to Las Vegas Residency
George Strait is keeping busy in 2019 . . . and 2020 is shaping up to be the same. George will extend his Strait to Vegas residency into its fifth year with the announcement of two new dates in 2020 o...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2019

Hardy Is One of Nashville’s Hottest Songwriters: “It’s an Incredible Feeling Getting a Song Cut”
Michael Hardy, known professionally as Hardy, is climbing the charts with his debut single, “Rednecker,” which is currently No. 28 on Billboard's Country Airplay chart. Before his success ...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2019

Luke Combs’ Singles Have Spent 18 Weeks at No. 1 (And Counting)
Luke Combs’ current single, “Beer Never Broke My Heart,” continued its reign at No. 1 on Billboard's Country Airplay for a second week.With his latest No. 1 single, Luke is first cou...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2019

Americana Association Reveals 2019 Lifetime Achievement Honorees, Including Mavis Staples, Elvis Costello, Delbert McClinton & More
The 2019 Americana Honors & Awards show-the centerpiece of AmericanaFest-announced the special honorees for its ceremony on Sept. 11 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.Felice & Boudleaux Br...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2019