Category Archives: Country News – ABC Audio
Carrie Underwood was a “dance monkey” for her older sisters, who introduced her to rock music
ABCCarrie Underwood’s new album, Denim & Rhinestones, showcases her love of all kinds of genres -- including rock. It’s no secret that Carrie’s always been a big rock fan. She&rs...
Jun 10, 2022
From the beginning, Carrie Underwood wanted 'Denim & Rhinestones' to be “fun,” “positive” and “happy”
ABCCarrie Underwood’s finally putting out a record that she describes as a “sing-into-your-hairbrush” album: Denim & Rhinestones. The track list takes cues from all different gen...
Jun 10, 2022
Nashville notes: Miranda Lambert + more
In case you missed it, Miranda Lambert made a stop on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Wednesday night to perform her new song, “Actin’ Up.” Hank Williams Jr. ...
Jun 09, 2022
Jimmie Allen is bringing some very special guests on the CMA Close Up Stage at CMA Fest
ABCWhen Jimmie Allen takes the CMA Close Up Stage Thursday, he won’t be alone: a group of music students from Nashville's Mountain View Elementary will perform alongside him. According...
Jun 09, 2022
Dustin Lynch’s craziest fan encounter involves a prosthetic limb and a bunch of beer
Michael Tran/FilmMagicDustin Lynch has seen some pretty wild fan hijinks on the road, but the most unforgettable encounter he ever had was with a woman at his show who found a creative use for her pro...
Jun 09, 2022
Darius Rucker’s annual Darius & Friends raises record-setting $516K to support St. Jude
ABCEarlier this week, Darius Rucker once again brought his Darius & Friends event to Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, enlisting a lineup of stars to help him raise funds to benefit a good cause...
Jun 09, 2022
Miranda Lambert reflects on nearly two decades in country music ahead of Time100 Gala
ABCMiranda Lambert made a trip to New York City this week to perform at the 2022 Time100 Gala, which took place at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Not only is she a performer this year, but she’s also o...
Jun 09, 2022
Kenny Loggins’ new memoir details encounter with Garth Brooks that turned litigious
Terry Wyatt/Getty ImagesKenny Loggins’ revealing new memoir, Still Alright, sheds light on several little-known details of the singer-songwriter’s life, including a feud with Garth Brooks ...
Jun 09, 2022
Just the beginning: Keith Urban anticipating "electric" CMA Fest
ABCKeith Urban headlines Nashville’s Nissan Stadium during the city’s CMA Fest this week, an event that he’s expecting will be extra exciting this year after two years of pandemic ca...
Jun 09, 2022
Nashville notes: Miranda Lambert, Garth Brooks + more
Miranda Lambert is making a stop on NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Wednesday evening. It’s part of a busy week for the superstar, who is also performing this weekend as ...
Jun 08, 2022