Music News

1. It Looks Like This Is How We Concert Now

   It may not have been easy to pull this off, but Granger Smith did it. He wanted/needed to play a live show, but with the current safety measures in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic, he had to be very, very careful. Especially in Texas, where Smith lives and where this concert was held. And... Read more »

2. In “Me About Me, “RaeLynn Recalls a Guy Who Didn’t Ask Her About Her

   Listen to "Me About Me," a new single from RaeLynn's upcoming EP, Baytown, out August 14.

3. EXCLUSIVE: Luke Bryan Says He Wants to Video Chat with You

   Starting on Monday morning (July 6), the American Red Cross and KPentertainment have joined forces for a fundraiser that’s custom made for country fans. You just donate to the Red Cross, and you have the chance to win a virtual video call with your choice of six artists. You can sign up for a one-on-one... Read more »

4. Fall in Love to “American Avenue” by Leaving Austin and Cassadee Pope

   Watch "American Avenue," the new video by Leaving Austin, featuring Cassadee Pope.

5. Kacey Musgraves, Ruston Kelly Announce Divorce in Joint Statement

   Kacey Musgraves and Ruston Kelly have announced their divorce in a joint statement, saying in part, "It simply just didn't work."

6. Hear Johnny Cash’s Tempting (and Unreleased) Track, “I Draw the Line”

   One of the towering figures of American music, Johnny Cash went through a period of being overlooked by listeners, who were apparently more interested in the pop-country of the late ’80s and early ’90s. However, six albums from that era are getting a second chance with a new box set, The Complete Mercury Recordings 1986-1991.... Read more »

7. 23 Unexpectedly Patriotic Country Songs That We Have on Repeat

   Editor’s note: This story originally appeared during the 4th of July holiday in 2019. When people were looking forward to gathering with friends and family to watch the fireworks, grill some burgers and have a few cold beers. So while we know that this year’s Independence Day festivities will look different, or might not happen... Read more »

8. From African Music to Zoom Calls, Jimmy Buffett Lives Life on the Flip Side

   Read the second half of our exclusive interview with Jimmy Buffett and hear tracks from his new album, Life on the Flip Side.

9. Jimmy Buffett Gets the Band Back Together in “Down at the Lah De Dah”

   Jimmy Buffett is bringing back the beach vibes with Life on the Flip Side, a sun-soaked album that debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s country album chart in June. A few days before a long-awaited fishing trip in Nantucket, Buffett called in to CMT.com to talk about his charming new video for “Down at the... Read more »

10. Country Legends We Love: Willie Nelson

    With 143 albums under his belt, Willie Nelson is a country legend we love.