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Ella Langley teases upcoming LP “Dandelion” wi...

March 25, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Ella Langley is ushering in a deeply personal chapter with the release of the ballad “Loving Life Again,” a preview of her upcoming album Dandelion, arriving April 10. The track is accompanied by a lyric video co-directed...

Ashley McBryde performs in concert on April 5^ 2024 in Fort Lauderdale^ Florida. The performance was part of the Tortuga Music Festival.

Ashley McBryde shares ‘Bottle Tells Me So’ vid...

March 25, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Ashley McBryde is set to release her fifth studio album, Wild, on May 8 – marking her first full project since 2023’s The Devil I Know. Produced by John Osborne and recorded alongside her longtime band Deadhorse,...

Dustin Lynch at the 54th Academy of Country Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 7^ 2019 in Las Vegas^ NV

Dustin Lynch shares the song ‘Getaway Car’

March 24, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Dustin Lynch has shared his latest song “Getaway Car,” with production from Petey Martin and Pete Hammerton. “‘Getaway Car’ is about that split-second decision to throw it all in drive and see where the night takes you,”...

Carly Pearce attends the 2023 CMT Music Awards at Moody Center on April 2^ 2023 in Austin^ Texas.

Carly Pearce, Riley Green share the video for thei...

March 24, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Carly Pearce and Riley Green have teamed up for a new duet, “If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay,” written by Devin Dawson, Seth Ennis, Jordan Minton, and Jordan Reynolds. Pearce previously teased the collaboration online, even...

Craig Morgan performs onstage at The Emporium on February 3^ 2016 in Patchogue^ New York.

Craig Morgan, Randy Travis to headline Country Cru...

March 23, 2026 @ 4:40 am

The seventh edition of ‘Country Cruising’ will set sail next Spring 2027. Country Cruising embarks on its seventh voyage from Tampa, FL, April 11-18, 2027, featuring Randy Travis and his “More Life Tour,” Craig Morgan, Paul Overstreet,...

Jon Pardi performs onstage during the "All Time High" tour at the Paramount on January 16^ 2016 in Huntington^ New York.

Jon Pardi and Hudson Westbrook to headline Bulls, ...

March 23, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Thunder Ridge Nature Arena will host the ‘Bulls, Bands, & Barrels Summer Jam’ this June, a two-night festival blending live country music with high-energy Western sports. Scheduled for June 26–27, 2026, the event—officially titled ‘Bass Pro Shops...

Bailey Zimmerman at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Festival held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas^ USA on September 19^ 2025.

The Long Road Festival 2026 to feature Bailey Zimm...

March 20, 2026 @ 4:43 am

The Long Road Festival is set to make its highly anticipated return to Stanford Hall in Leicestershire, running from August 27–30, 2026. Now in its seventh year, the event—widely regarded as the UK’s largest outdoor celebration of...

Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry performs in part of Brad Paisley's Virtual Reality Tour 2012 at Sleep Train Amphitheatre on July 26^ 2012 in Wheatland^ California.

The Band Perry returns with the track ‘Psycholog...

March 20, 2026 @ 4:40 am

After nearly a decade, The Band Perry – now featuring Kimberly Perry and husband Johnny Costello – is stepping back into the spotlight with the release of “Psychological,” marking the group’s first new song in nine years....

Willie Nelson performs at LOCKN' Festival in Arrington^ VA. Arrington^ VA/USA - 9/7/2014

Willie Nelson announces 79th solo studio album, �...

March 19, 2026 @ 4:40 am

As he nears his 93rd birthday, Willie Nelson shows no intention of slowing down. The country icon has announced Dream Chaser, his 79th solo studio album—and an astonishing 156th overall—set for release on May 29th. Dream Chaser...

Dierks Bentley performs live at the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary Celebration in Milwaukee^ Wisconsin^ United States on August 30^ 2013

Dierks Bentley sets date for Off The Map 2026 Tour

March 19, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Country star Dierks Bentley has revealed plans for his upcoming Off the Map Tour, a limited summer run that will bring his live show to amphitheaters across the United States. The six-week trek follows Bentley’s spring stadium...

Scottie Scheffler of United States in action during a practice round prior to the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club on May 13^ 2024 in Louisville^ Kentucky.

Scottie Scheffler withdraws from Houston Open ahea...

March 25, 2026 @ 4:55 am

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from this week’s Texas Children’s Houston Open, opting to be with his family as he and his wife, Meredith, prepare to welcome their second child. The PGA Tour listed his...

Close-up view of Syracuse University signage. Syracuse University is a private research institution located in Syracuse^ New York. Founded in 1870 Syracuse^ NY - Aug 18^ 2025

Former player Gerry McNamara returning to Syracuse...

March 25, 2026 @ 4:50 am

Syracuse has named former standout guard Gerry McNamara as its new men’s basketball head coach. The 42-year-old returns to a program deeply tied to his legacy, stepping in after Adrian Autry’s three-season tenure ended with a 49-48...

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte^ also known as UNC Charlotte^ is a public research university located in Charlotte^ North Carolina. July 13^ 2018 - Charlotte^ North Carolina^ USA

Charlotte 49ers hire ex-Cincinnati coach Wes Mille...

March 24, 2026 @ 4:55 am

The Charlotte 49ers has turned to a familiar name in regional basketball circles, hiring Wes Miller as its new head men’s basketball coach on a five-year deal. The move comes just days after the program parted ways...

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) escapes a tackle-attempt by Los Angeles Rams cornerback Emmanuel Forbes Jr. (1) during an NFL football game Nov. 16^ 2025^ in Inglewood^ Calif.

Seahawks sign receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba to recor...

March 24, 2026 @ 4:50 am

The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to a four-year, $168.6 million extension with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The deal includes $120 million in guarantees, and according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter Smith-Njigba’s new contract will make him the highest-paid...

Luka Dončić during the basketball match of Eurobasket 2022 Slovenia vs Lithuania. COLOGNE^ GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 1^ 2022

NBA rescinds 16th technical foul of season against...

March 23, 2026 @ 4:55 am

Lakers star Luka Dončić will remain available for Los Angeles, after the NBA reversed his 16th technical foul, wiping out what would have triggered an automatic one-game suspension. The call came during Saturday’s narrow win over the...

Hannah Einbinder^ Jean Smart at PaleyFEST 2025 - Hacks at the Dolby Theater on March 28^ 2025 in Los Angeles^ CA

Fifth and final season of ‘Hacks’ to premiere ...

March 25, 2026 @ 4:20 am

The acclaimed comedy series Hacks is preparing for its final act. HBO Max has confirmed that the show’s fifth season — its last — will debut April 9, with the series wrapping up on May 28. Led...

Paulina Chávez^ Michelle Randolph^ Thornton^ Demi Moore^ Ali Larter^ Lofland at the Landman' Series Premiere at Paramount Theater on November 12^ 2024 in Los Angeles^ CA

Paramount+ renews ‘Landman’ for Season 3

March 25, 2026 @ 4:10 am

The hit Paramount+ series ‘Landman’ is officially returning for a third season on Paramount+, the platform confirmed following the show’s record-setting second season. Created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, the series has quickly become one of...