Music News

1. Kane Brown To Make History As ‘VMAs’ Headliner

   Kane Brown is about to make history as the first male country artist to perform on the “VMAs.” The awards show revealed Thursday that Brown will headline the “VMAs” Toyota Stage with the television debut of “Grand,” the new pop single from his much-anticipated upcoming album “Different Man” that will be available Sept. 9. However,... Read more »

2. CMT Premiere: Progressive Artist Twinnie Touches Upon Mental Health In “Welcome To The Club” Short Film

   Nearly a decade ago, mental health was rarely a topic of conversation – causing an alarming crisis in America. However, it’s musicians and public figures with influence like Twinnie that brought the matter to light and broke down the therapy taboo. The progressive creative released her four-track EP titled “Welcome To The Club” in early... Read more »

3. Scotty McCreery Celebrates His Latest Back-To-Back No.1 Singles: “It Takes A Village”

   Scotty McCreery has popped the bubbly to celebrate his three back-to-back No.1 singles. Notable names in the music industry and family gathered Tuesday (Aug. 9) evening to recognize the hitmaker’s latest hits, “Damn Strait,” “You Time,” and “In Between,” ahead of his Grand Ole Opry performance. McCreery spent nearly 50 days on the Billboard Country... Read more »

4. Dierks Bentley Confirmed His Tenth Studio Album Is Officially “Done” And Talks Touring With Ashley McBryde

   Dierks Bentley has been bursting with creativity and gratitude since he stopped and smelled the roses in 2020. The platinum-selling performer recently caught up with Country Heat Weekly host Amber Anderson to discuss his feel-good anthem “Gold” and how it serves as a preview to his tenth studio album. The country hitmaker told the popular... Read more »

5. The “Uncanceling” of Morgan Wallen

   When Morgan Wallen dropped his sophomore double album ‘Dangerous’ at the top of 2021, the hype around country music’s young superstar seemed to be at its peak. Having already survived multiple public scandals over the previous year, the quality and popularity of his music had always absolved him of his sins. But when video surfaced... Read more »

6. Cody Johnson Forced To Cancel Upcoming Shows Due To Sudden Illness

   Country powerhouse Cody Johnson has called off his upcoming weekend shows. Johnson’s team took to social media late Tuesday (Aug. 9) evening to announce that the “‘Til You Can’t” singer will have to cancel his scheduled appearances due to illness. “Regrettably, the Cody Johnson concerts scheduled for this Thursday, Friday & Saturday are unable to... Read more »

7. Thomas Rhett Reflects On The First Song He Wrote With His Father Rhett Akins

   Thomas Rhett may be 32-years-old, but he still leans on his father for help. The platinum-selling performer recently (Aug. 7) caught up with Big Machine Label Group to explain how his father, Rhett Akins still plays a vital role in his artistry and to reflect on the first time they joined forces in the writing... Read more »

8. Darius Rucker To Headline New “CMT Storytellers” Episode

   Darius Rucker is celebrating not one but two careers of hits when he’s featured in “CMT Storytellers” that will premiere Aug. 31 at 10pm ET/PT on CMT. Additional encores of the show will air on CMT on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 11p/10c and Sunday, Sept. 4 at 12p/11c and on CMT Music on Friday, Sept.... Read more »

9. Carrie Underwood Covers Stevie Nicks And Tom Petty Single At Tennessee Bar

   A Tom Petty tribute band named The Heartshakers received a surprise of a lifetime over the weekend (Aug. 6) during an evening gig at a local Tennessee restaurant. Country sensation Carrie Underwood was grabbing a bite to eat with friends, when she decided to join the full-set ensemble on stage for an impromptu performance. Following... Read more »

10. Exclusive: Niko Moon And Wife Anna Expecting First Baby: “I Am Meant To Be A Father”

    The holiday season will be arriving early this year for Niko Moon and his wife Anna, as they will welcome their first child in November. The country couple has been trying to start a family for nearly two years, making their daughter a blessing from above. Ahead of a festival performance in Chicagoland, the “GOOD... Read more »