Category Archives: Country News – ABC Audio
Jon Pardi makes Opry history, with a little help from Garth Brooks
© Grand Ole Opry, photos by Chris HolloMore than a decade after making his Opry debut, Jon Pardi became the first native Californian ever inducted into the esteemed country music instit...
Oct 25, 2023
Nashville notes: Bryce Leatherwood joins UMG Nashville + Ricky Skaggs' Christmas tour
The Voice's season 22 winner Bryce Leatherwood has signed a joint record deal with Universal Music Group Nashville and Republic Records. "Not only am I excited to start putting mus...
Oct 24, 2023
Make an album collage at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Getty ImagesIf you've been wanting to try your hand at designing an album cover, you're in luck. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is holding an Album Collage family event...
Oct 24, 2023
Darius Rucker surprised with CMA Humanitarian of the Year award
ABC/Larry McCormackDarius Rucker was presented the 2023 CMA Humanitarian of the Year award while on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The honor came as a surprise to Darius. After Darius re...
Oct 24, 2023
Dierks Bentley gives daughter Evie driving lesson
ABCWhen Dierks Bentley is off the road, he's carrying out duties as the head of the house. Sometimes, that includes driving his children to school, and other times, it's teaching them how to...
Oct 24, 2023
Jason Aldean scores #1 with "Try That in a Small Town"
Courtesy of BBR Music GroupJason Aldean has notched his 28th #1 single with "Try That in a Small Town." The Kelley Lovelace, Kurt Allison, Neil Thrasher and Tully Ke...
Oct 24, 2023
Garth Brooks previews new music on Inside Studio G
NBCGarth Brooks gave fans a preview of two new songs off his forthcoming as-yet-untitled album during the October 23 episode of his Inside Studio G Facebook livestream. Garth performed ...
Oct 24, 2023
Jon Pardi unveils 'Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi' track list
Courtesy of UMG NashvilleJon Pardi has revealed the track list for his upcoming holiday album, Merry Christmas From Jon Pardi. Arriving October 27, the 12-track project includes festive...
Oct 24, 2023
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony adds Stevie Nicks, Adam Levine, LL Cool J, Carrie Underwood + more to lineup
Courtesy Rock & Roll Hall of FameThe Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction gala has added nine new performers and presenters to its star-studded lineup. Stevie Nicks, Maroon 5's Adam Levine, Carr...
Oct 24, 2023
Nate Smith's "World on Fire" was inspired by a wildfire in his hometown
Courtesy of Sony Music NashvilleIf you've heard Nate Smith's latest single, "World on Fire," you'd probably think it was inspired by a heart-wrenching breakup. While that's partially tr...
Oct 24, 2023