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Dolly Parton plays Newport Folk Festival Newport^RI/USA 7/28/19

‘DOLLY: A True Original Musical’ reveals Broad...

October 16, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Dolly Parton’s handpicked cast for “DOLLY: A True Original Musical” has been announced ahead of the musical’s Broadway debut this winter. The five principal performers were selected by Parton before her death in August at age 80,...

Large Concert Crowd and Stage Lighting in a Stadium at Night

Zach Bryan announces 2027 stadium ‘Young Manhood...

October 16, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Zach Bryan has announced his 2027 Young Manhood and Other Donatable Organs Tour, a 23-show stadium trek spanning North America and Australia. The tour shares its name with Bryan’s upcoming eight-track EP, due out Oct. 16 through...

Russell Dickerson at the 52nd American Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25^ 2026 in Las Vegas^ NV

Russell Dickerson brings concert experience to fan...

October 15, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Russell Dickerson is giving fans a front-row look at one of the biggest moments of his career with the release of the official performance video for “Worth Your While (Live From Red Rocks).” Filmed during his sold-out...

Dustin Lynch performs during the 'Kick The Dust Up' Tour at Vanderbilt Stadium on July 11^ 2015 in Nashville^ Tennessee.

Dustin Lynch shares ‘How You Been’ duet with A...

October 15, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Dustin Lynch is turning the page on a new chapter with “How You Been,” an upbeat collaboration with Ashley Cooke released as the latest preview of his upcoming seventh studio album, “Clean Slate,” due out Oct. 30th....

Dolly Parton at the 51st Academy of Country Music Awards Arrivals at the Four Seasons Hotel on April 3^ 2016 in Las Vegas^ NV

CMA to honor Dolly Parton with two-hour live speci...

October 14, 2026 @ 4:40 am

The Country Music Association will honor Dolly Parton with a two-hour live television special celebrating the country icon’s life, music and lasting legacy. “CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton” will air...

Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line performs at the 2nd Annual Academy of Country Music (ACM) Party For A Cause Festival - "Outnumber Hunger Live!" at The LINQ in Las Vegas^ Nevada. LAS VEGAS-APR 4

Take a listen to Tyler Hubbard’s solo single “...

October 14, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Tyler Hubbard has added another chapter to his solo career with the release of “902180,” a breezy, guitar-driven country anthem that arrives in the heart of the summer. The new track follows his recent single “Land” and...

Ella Langley at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre LOS ANGELES^ CA - MARCH 26^ 2026

Koe Wetzel and Ella Langley reconnect for new sing...

October 13, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Ella Langley and Koe Wetzel have reunited for “Jaded,” a new collaboration released as part of the expanded edition of Wetzel’s album The Night Champion. The song marks the second pairing between the artists, following their 2023...

Barry Knox^ Josh McSwain^ Matt Thomas^ Scott Thomas^ Parmalee at the Academy of Country Music Awards 2018 at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 15^ 2018 in Las Vegas^ NV

Take a listen to Parmalee’s “I Need Somebody�...

October 13, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Parmalee has expanded its recent run of new music with the release of “I Need Somebody,” a heartfelt single that explores loneliness, vulnerability and the desire for meaningful connection. Arriving after a string of successful releases, the...

Trace Adkins performs at America Salutes You and Wall Street Rocks Presents Guitar Legends For Heroes at Terminal 5 on November 29^ 2017 in New York City.

Trace Adkins’ ‘Dreamin’ Out Loud’ gets fir...

October 12, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Trace Adkins is marking 30 years since his recording debut with the first-ever vinyl release of his 1996 album, “Dreamin’ Out Loud.” The anniversary edition will also be issued on CD, giving fans a new physical format...

Shaboozey at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre LOS ANGELES^ CA - MARCH 26^ 2026

Shaboozey teams with Amazon Music for new ‘Songl...

October 12, 2026 @ 3:10 am

Amazon Music has released a new installment of its Songline docu-performance series featuring Shaboozey, with an eight-track album of reimagined performances available now exclusively on the platform and a full accompanying film set to premiere Oct. 23....

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Brewers complete NLCS sweep of Dodgers, as Guardia...

October 16, 2026 @ 4:55 am

Thursday’s MLB postseason action featured a narrow ALCS victory for the Cleveland Guardians, and a dramatic comeback by the Milwaukee Brewers, who defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers to complete a four-game sweep of the NLCS. Cleveland Guardians...

QB Jalen Hurts looks onto the field during 2020 Senior Bowl football ball game Mobile^ Alabama USA - January 25 2020

Eagles’ QB Jalen Hurts ruled out for Sunday’s ...

October 16, 2026 @ 4:50 am

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will miss Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers after a follow-up ultrasound revealed movement in a blood clot in his calf, the team announced Thursday. The decision sidelines the starting quarterback as...