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Blake Shelton Earns 30th No. 1 with “Texas” as New Album Arrives May 9

Country music icon Blake Shelton has officially reached a new milestone in his celebrated career: 30 No. 1 country singles. His latest chart-topper, “Texas,” serves as the lead single from his upcoming album For Recreational Use Only, releasing Friday, May 9 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The song has already found international success, enjoying an […]

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Keith Urban to Be Honored with ACM Triple Crown Award at the 60th ACM Awards

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The Academy of Country Music (ACM), in partnership with Prime Video and Dick Clark Productions (DCP), has officially announced that country superstar Keith Urban will receive the prestigious ACM Triple Crown Award at the 60th ACM Awards. The event, presented by Carnival Cruise Line and hosted by country legend Reba McEntire, will stream live around

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The Red Clay Strays Receive Surprise ACM Award for New Duo or Group of the Year

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The Red Clay Strays were caught off guard with some unforgettable news: their first-ever Academy of Country Music (ACM) Award win. The band was in Savannah, Georgia, recording new music with producer Dave Cobb when they received a surprise phone call from Miranda Lambert, the most decorated artist in ACM history. Lambert shared the exciting

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Gretchen Wilson Joins CBS’ The Road as Tour Manager and Mentor for Emerging Artists

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GRAMMY® Award-winning country artist Gretchen Wilson has been announced as the “tour manager” for THE ROAD, an upcoming CBS music competition series set to premiere in fall 2025 on CBS and Paramount+. In this unique role, Wilson will mentor up-and-coming musicians as they journey across the country, offering her first-hand knowledge of life on the

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Mark Wills Joins Heartfelt Holiday Film ‘The Best Thing About Christmas’

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Beloved country music artist and Grand Ole Opry member Mark Wills is set to appear in the upcoming holiday movie The Best Thing About Christmas, currently filming in downtown Knoxville. Wills will not only make an acting appearance but will also perform the film’s original title song of the same name. Filming is scheduled to

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Zach Top Surprised with ACM New Male Artist of the Year Award

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Country music breakout Zach Top got the surprise of a lifetime on Thursday night in Wilmington, North Carolina, just before hitting the stage for a sold-out stop on his Cold Beer & Country Music Tour. The rising star was named ACM New Male Artist of the Year, marking his first Academy of Country Music Award.

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ACM Awards 2025 Performers Lainey Wilson, Eric Church, Blake Shelton

The 60th ACM Awards: Country Music’s Biggest Night Returns

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**ACM Awards Information Updated 4/30 with more winners added.** The Academy of Country Music (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) are gearing up for an unforgettable night as the 60th ACM Awards take center stage. Set for Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas—home of the

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Ashley Monroe Announces New Album ‘Tennessee Lightning’ – A Triumphant Return Celebrating Life, Love, and Resilience

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Ashley Monroe is back with her sixth studio album Tennessee Lightning, set for release on August 8. The 17-song collection is her most personal and expansive work to date, chronicling a transformative journey shaped by love, resilience, and her recovery from a cancer diagnosis. A Journey Through Healing and Inspiration Recorded after Monroe entered remission

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Emmylou Harris to Perform at GRAMMY Hall of Fame Gala Honoring Iconic Recordings

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Fourteen-time GRAMMY® winner and country music icon Emmylou Harris will headline an unforgettable night of music as part of the 2025 GRAMMY Hall Of Fame® Gala, taking place Friday, May 16 at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Hosted by the Recording Academy® and GRAMMY Museum®, this prestigious event will celebrate this year’s newly inducted

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ERNEST to Headline Busch Light Summer Music Series Kickoff Before WÜRTH 400 NASCAR Cup Series Race

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GRAMMY®-nominated and chart-topping country singer-songwriter ERNEST will headline the kickoff of the first-ever Busch Light Summer Music Series on Sunday, May 4, performing just before the WÜRTH 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY NASCAR Cup Series race at Texas Motor Speedway. Fans attending the race can catch ERNEST live by upgrading their ticket with a Sunday

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