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Eric Church Kicks Off 2026 With Free the Machine Tour Relaunch and New Live Release

With Evangeline vs. The Machine earning a nomination for Best Contemporary Country Album at next weekend’s GRAMMY Awards, Eric Church is wasting no time carrying that momentum into 2026. On Wednesday night, January 22, the 11 time GRAMMY nominee returned to the stage with an intimate underplay at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., officially launching […]

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ACM Announces 2025 Special Award Honorees for the 18th Annual ACM Honors in Nashville

Award Shows, News / Rebecca O'Connor

The Academy of Country Music has revealed the recipients of the Special Awards for the 60th ACM Awards cycle. These honorees will be celebrated at the 18th Annual ACM Honors on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Nashville Yards’ newest venue, The Pinnacle. The evening promises live performances, tributes, and celebrations of artists, songwriters, and industry

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

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

Award Shows, News / Country Evolution

**ACM Awards Information Updated 5/8 with presenters 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 Dallas

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Eric Church Unveils “Hands Of Time” as the Lead Single from Evangeline Vs. The Machine

New Music, News / Country Evolution

Eric Church is kicking off his next musical chapter with “Hands Of Time,” the lead single from his forthcoming album, Evangeline Vs. The Machine. The track, co-written with Scooter Carusoe, delivers a powerful blend of Southern rock and country, complete with gospel harmonies, dynamic horn sections, and the steady ticking of a clock—underscoring the song’s

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“Concert for Carolina” Raises Over $24 Million for Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts

Events, News / Country Evolution

This past Saturday, “Concert for Carolina” brought together some of the biggest names in music to raise funds for Hurricane Helene relief, shattering records at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium. With 82,193 attendees, the show marked the largest concert ever held at the stadium. Including a Veeps livestream that reached 7.1 million viewers worldwide, the

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Concert for Carolina, featuring Luke Combs , Eric Church, Billy Strings, and James Taylor

Luke Combs, Eric Church, Billy Strings, and James Taylor to Headline “Concert for Carolina” Benefit Show

News / Country Evolution

In an effort to raise critical funds for Hurricane Helene relief, country stars Luke Combs, Eric Church, Billy Strings, and James Taylor are coming together for a special benefit concert. “Concert for Carolina” will take place on Saturday, October 26, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Presented by Explore Asheville and the

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CMA Award Winners 2021

Award Shows, Events / Country Evolution

The 55th annual CMA Awards took over Bridgestone arena in Nashville on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Here you’ll find all the information about the winners, as well as videos of some of the performances. Miranda Lambert kicked off the show with a performance of some of her greatest hits. The crowd enjoyed a handful of

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Frontier Days 125th Anniversary Draws Star-Studded Lineup

Events, News / Casey McCabe

Cheyenne, Wyoming Celebrating 125 years of rodeo and country music culture, this years Frontier Days festival in Cheyenne, Wyoming, features a very special line up. Starting with Garth Brooks and special guests Ned LeDoux, Thomas Rhett, and Rhett Akins on July 24, the Frontier Nights concert series is star studded from start to finish. Following

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Jordan Rowe Releases “More Me,” Prepares for Cody Johnson Tour

Events, Interviews, New Country Artists, New Music / Connor O'Neal

Life in Georgia and Growing Up with Music Georgia-native and rising country music artist Jordan Rowe has been wrapped up in music since he was nine years old. Beginning with the drums and church choir, Jordan went on to lead worship at his church once he got to high school. After graduation, Jordan attended The

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Josh Gallagher Admits Who His ‘Bright Side’ Is

Artists, Interviews, New Music / Connor O'Neal

Breakthrough on The Voice Josh Gallagher was a contestant on Season 11 of the reality singing competition The Voice back in 2016. He claims that the knockout stage was his the most memorable moment. Influenced by artists like Toby Keith, Rascal Flatts, Brothers Osborne, and Eric Church, the Nashville-native sang his heart out while performing

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