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Country superstar singer songwriter Jamey Johnson performs at the 2018 Farm Aid. Hartford^ CT - September 22^ 2018

Jamey Johnson releases the song ‘More Of What Ma...

February 23, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Jamey Johnson has released the track “More Of What Matters,” produced by The Kent Hardly Playboys. Johnson co-wrote the song in 2007 with Keith Follese and Jon Stone; he originally recorded the song in 2007 and intended...

Male musician playing acoustic guitar behind microphone in recording studio.

Hudson Westbrook hits #1 at country radio with “...

February 23, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Country breakout star Hudson Westbrook has hit No. 1 on the Mediabase country radio charts with debut single, “House Again.” ‘House Again’ was inspired by the divorce of Hudson’s parents, and is the lead single from his...

Avery Anna adds dates to headlining ‘Girl of Con...

February 20, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Avery Anna is gearing up to launch her headlining Girl Of Constant Sorrow Tour, and has added more dates to the spring run of shows. The trek kicks off in Cincinnati, OH, on March 12th, with stops...

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Record Store Day 2026: See the full list of releas...

February 20, 2026 @ 3:10 am

Record Store Day has officially lifted the curtain on its 2026 lineup, revealing more than 350 limited-edition releases set to arrive in independent shops on Saturday, April 18. Now in its 19th year, the annual celebration once...

Luke Bryan performs in concert at the XFINITY Theatre on September 13^ 2014 in Hartford^ Connecticut.

Luke Bryan returning to California for 2026 Farm T...

February 19, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Luke Bryan will headline his 17th Farm Tour in 2026, and will return for a second consecutive year to play spring dates in California on May 14, 15, and 16, 2026. Special guests will be announced at...

Tenille Townes attends the 2019 CMT Artists of the Year at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on October 16^ 2019 in Nashville^ Tennessee.

Tenille Townes adds dates to ‘The Living Room To...

February 19, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Tenille Townes has announced additional dates for The Living Room Tour, her intimate acoustic tour which sees Townes perform stripped-down versions of her songs. Billed as “an acoustic evening with a girl and her guitar,” The Living...

Mitchell Tenpenny attends the 2019 CMT Music Awards at Bridgestone Arena on June 5^ 2019 in Nashville^ Tennessee.

Mitchell Tenpenny launches 2026 ‘Speed of Light ...

February 18, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Mitchell Tenpenny is on the road in 2026 with a new headlining tour this year The Speed of Light Tour, which kicked-off on February 6th in Rockford, IL, at Hard Rock Live Rockford, is named after new...

George Strait at the Musicares Person of the Year honoring Tom Petty at Los Angeles Convention Center on February 10^ 2017 in Los Angeles^ CA

George Strait adds two additional shows in Austin,...

February 18, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Due to overwhelming demand, George Strait has added two more shows in Austin, Texas, this spring. The country legend will now headline four nights at The Moody Center on April 9th and 11th, with William Beckman, and...

Tracy Lawrence performs at the CountryFlo Music and Camping Festival on November 4^ 2016 in Lake Wales^ Florida.

Tracy Lawrence announces new 2026 ‘No Alibis’ ...

February 17, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Tracy Lawrence will hit the road in 2026 with his newly announced ‘No Alibis Tour,’ a headlining run that celebrates decades of hits and the storytelling that has defined his career. Lawrence posted on social media: “This...

Hardy performs in concert during the "Can't Say I Ain't Country" Tour on July 20^ 2019 at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh^ New York. WANTAGH^ NY - JUL 20

Hardy joined by Tim McGraw, Eric Church and Morgan...

February 17, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Hardy is joined by Tim McGraw, Eric Church and Morgan Wallen on the song “McArthur,” written by Hardy alongside Jameson Rogers, Josh Thompson and Chase McGill, with production by Jay Joyce. Hardy shares of the track: “’McArthur’...

MILAN^ Lombardy ITA - February 07^ 2026: Team USA prepares to play against Team Finland in the Preliminary Round Group B at the Milano Ice Park In Rho in MILAN^ Italy during the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

Team USA defeats Canada in OT for first men’s ho...

February 23, 2026 @ 4:55 am

For the first time since Team USA’s unforgettable run at the 1980 Winter Games in Lake Placid, the U.S. stands atop Olympic men’s hockey. Team USA defeated Canada 2-1 at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan in...

Outdoor photo of nfl ball in the middle of the football field

Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore dies at age 25

February 23, 2026 @ 4:50 am

The football world is grieving the death of Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore, who was found dead on Saturday in his hometown of New Albany, Indiana. He was 25. Local authorities said Moore was discovered in...

Pro Bowl right tackle Lane Johnson set to return f...

February 20, 2026 @ 4:55 am

Philadelphia Eagles veteran Lane Johnson has confirmed he plans to return for his 14th NFL season, putting to rest questions about his future after an injury-shortened 2025 campaign. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane was first to report...

Team USA rallies past Canada in OT to capture Olym...

February 20, 2026 @ 4:50 am

Team USA’s women delivered a dramatic finish in Milan, erasing a late deficit against Canada before sealing a 2-1 overtime triumph to reclaim Olympic gold at the 2026 Winter Games. With under three minutes left in regulation...

KYRIE IRVING of USA celebrates scoring during the Final game of FIBA BASKETBALL WORLD CUP 2014 at Palacio de los Deportes Arena MADRID^ SPAIN - September 14th 2014

Mavericks’ Kyrie Irving will miss remainder of s...

February 19, 2026 @ 4:55 am

The Dallas Mavericks confirmed Wednesday that Kyrie Irving will not return this season as he continues recovering from ACL reconstruction surgery performed in 2025.Irving, who tore his ACL on March 3 in a game against the Sacramento...

Zendaya attends the World Premiere of "Dune: Part Two" at Leicester Square. London^ England^ UK - February 15^ 2024

See the official teaser for Zendaya and Robert Pat...

February 23, 2026 @ 4:20 am

A24 Studios has provided a first look at its new romantic comedy The Drama starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, sharing a teaser trailer for the upcoming film. The film, written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli, tells the...

Steven Spielberg attends 'The BFG (Le Bon Gros Geant - Le BGG)' photocall during the 69th annual Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals on May 14^ 2016 in Cannes^ France.

‘Gremlins 3’ sets November 2027 release date, ...

February 23, 2026 @ 4:10 am

‘Gremlins 3′, the third live-action film in the “Gremlins’ franchise, is set for theatrical release November 2027. The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline were first to report the news. Steven Spielberg is on board to executive produce the...

Eric Dane attends the premiere of the series Countdown Los Angeles^ CA USA - June 18^ 2025

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star Eric Dane dies at 53 a...

February 20, 2026 @ 4:20 am

Actor Eric Dane, best known for his role as Dr. Mark Sloan (“McSteamy”) on ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy” has died at the age of 53 after a battle with ALS. Dane’s family shared the following statement with PEOPLE:...

Matt Damon attends Apple Original Films 'The Instigators' premiere at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York on July 31^ 2024

Matt Damon stars in the trailer for Christopher No...

February 20, 2026 @ 4:10 am

Universal Pictures has released the first trailer for Christopher Nolan’s ambitious big-screen adaptation of The Odyssey, offering an early look at the epic ahead of its theatrical debut on July 17, 2026. Matt Damon stars as Odysseus,...

Scarlett Johansson attends the "Jurassic World Rebirth" World Premiere at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square. London^ England^ UK - June 17^ 2025

Scarlett Johansson’s new ‘Exorcist’ film fro...

February 19, 2026 @ 4:29 am

Mike Flanagan is taking on ‘The Exorcist’ with a bold new vision, headlined by Oscar winner Scarlett Johansson. The horror film, backed by Blumhouse and Universal, is scheduled to arrive in theaters on March 12, 2027, with...