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Ella Langley shares the video for ‘Be Her’

March 4, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Country breakout Ella Langley has released her latest single, “Be Her,” arriving alongside a striking red-and-black-themed official video, co-directed by Langley and Wales Toney. “Be Her” will appear on Langley’s forthcoming sophomore album, Dandelion, set for release...

Brent Smith and Eric Bass with Shinedown perform live onstage at Rockstar Uproar Festival on September 25 2012 in Nampa^ Idaho

Shinedown announce eighth studio album, 2026 tour

March 4, 2026 @ 3:20 am

Shinedown have officially unveiled details of their next studio effort, EI8HT, set for release on May 29 through Atlantic Records. The 18-track collection follows 2022’s Planet Zero and features previously issued songs including “Dance, Kid, Dance,” “Three...

Jason Aldean speaks at a Donald Trump election rally at the Gas South Arena in Duluth^ Georgia. Duluth^ Georgia^ October 23^ 2024

Jason Aldean scores 31st #1 on country radio with ...

March 3, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Jason Aldean has added another milestone to his career, earning his 31st No. 1 at country radio with “How Far Does A Goodbye Go.” The single climbed to the top of both the Billboard Country Airplay chart...

Megan Moroney performs in Hollywood^ Florida on November 14^ 2024.

Megan Moroney’s new album ‘Cloud 9’ debuts a...

March 3, 2026 @ 3:20 am

Megan Moroney has reached a major career high as her third studio album, Cloud 9, opens at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The project moved 147,000 equivalent album units in its first week, including an impressive...

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

Luke Bryan returns with the track “Word on the S...

March 2, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Luke Bryan has released his new song, “Word On The Street” – which also happens to be the title of his upcoming 2026 ‘Word On The Street Tour’. “Word On The Street,” written by Payton Smith, Josh...

Jelly Roll performs at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium supporting on Post Malone's The BIG ASS World Tour London^ UK - September 20^ 2025

Jelly Roll to be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry ...

March 2, 2026 @ 4:30 am

Jelly Roll will be officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on March 10. Fellow Opry member and close friend Lainey Wilson will lead the ceremony, with appearances from Craig Morgan, Leanne Morgan, ERNEST and others. A...

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

Russell Dickerson to release new EP ‘Worth Your ...

February 27, 2026 @ 4:40 am

Country hitmaker Russell Dickerson is ushering in spring with a new EP, Worth Your Wild, arriving March 6. Helmed by producer Josh Kerr, the EP features four tracks — three brand-new songs in addition to the previously...

Luke Grimes arrives for the Comedy Central^ Paramount Network^ TV Land Press Day on May 30^ 2019 in West Hollywood^ CA

Luke Grimes returns as Kayce Dutton in trailer for...

February 27, 2026 @ 4:30 am

CBS has released the first extended trailer for Y: Marshals, the latest spinoff from Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe, with Luke Grimes reprising his role as Kayce Dutton. Y: Marshals continues the expansion of the Yellowstone franchise while...

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Downtown Cleveland Ohio USA Cleveland^ Ohio USA - April 22^ 2023

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame reveals 2026 nominees s...

February 26, 2026 @ 3:20 am

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has announced 17 artists nominated for its 2026 induction class, showcasing a wide cross-section of genres and eras. Among those on this year’s ballot are The Black Crowes, Jeff Buckley,...

Keke Palmer at the Vanity Fair Party. Los Angeles^ CA. 02MAR2025

Keke Palmer and Brad Paisley joining ‘American I...

February 26, 2026 @ 3:20 am

American Idol is bringing in two high-profile mentors to guide its remaining contestants, announcing that Keke Palmer and Brad Paisley will step in during the pivotal Top 20 round filmed in Hawaii. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the...

NY Jets secure RB Breece Hall with franchise tag a...

March 4, 2026 @ 4:50 am

The New York Jets have ensured that running back Breece Hall won’t reach the open market, applying the nonexclusive franchise tag just ahead of the league’s deadline. The move marks the first time the Jets have used...

Panoramic view of Santiago Bernabéu Stadium pitch and stands during Tour del Bernabéu. Madrid^ Spain - April 24^ 2016

Atlanta Falcons selected as home team for NFL’s ...

March 4, 2026 @ 4:50 am

The NFL announced that the Atlanta Falcons will serve as the designated home team for a 2026 regular-season game in Madrid, Spain, marking another step in the league’s international expansion. The Falcons confirmed the news, posting on...

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Cleveland Browns acquire veteran tackle Tytus Howa...

March 3, 2026 @ 4:55 am

The Cleveland Browns have acquired veteran tackle Tytus Howard from the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round draft pick. As part of the deal, Cleveland plans to lock up Howard with a three-year, $63 million...

Detroit Lions trade RB David Montgomery to Texans ...

March 3, 2026 @ 4:50 am

The Houston Texans have secured veteran running back David Montgomery in a trade with the Detroit Lions in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, along with a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and a seventh-rounder...

Official NHL game puck with LA kings equipment ^ product shot

LA Kings fire head coach Jim Hiller, promote D.J. ...

March 2, 2026 @ 4:55 am

The Los Angeles Kings have parted ways with head coach Jim Hiller after two seasons, the team confirmed Sunday, naming associate coach D.J. Smith as interim coach for the remainder of the season. The decision comes after...

Harry Styles onstage during NBC's "TODAY" Show at Rockefeller Plaza on May 19^ 2022 in New York City.

“Harry Styles. One Night in Manchester” concer...

March 4, 2026 @ 4:10 am

Harry Styles is marking the arrival of his fourth studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, with a one-night-only performance in Manchester — and fans around the world will be able to watch it on Netflix....

Noah Wyle attends the Warner Brothers Nominees Party Los Angeles^ CA USA. 13th Sep 2025

‘The Pitt’ renewed for Season 3 on HBO Max

March 4, 2026 @ 4:10 am

HBO has officially ordered a third season of its acclaimed hospital drama The Pitt. The renewal was revealed by HBO and HBO Max chairman and CEO Casey Bloys during the season two premiere event in Los Angeles,...

HBO Max, Paramount+ to combine into one streaming ...

March 3, 2026 @ 4:20 am

The proposed merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery will have subscribers to Paramount+ and HBO Max seeing those platforms merge into a single direct-to-consumer service. Paramount CEO David Ellison outlined the plan during a Monday...

Cillian Murphy attends the 2024 EE BAFTA Film Awards at The Royal Festival Hall in London^ England. London^ United Kingdom - February 18^ 2024

See the trailer for Netflix’s ‘Peaky Blinders:...

March 3, 2026 @ 4:10 am

The next chapter of ‘Peaky Blinders’ is officially headed to the big screen. The feature film, titled Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, will arrive in select theaters on March 6, 2026, before launching worldwide on Netflix on...

Kristen Bell at the premiere of Netflix's 'Nobody Wants This' Season 2 held at The Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood^ USA on October 16^ 2025

‘Sinners’ takes top prize at the 2026 Actor Aw...

March 2, 2026 @ 5:10 am

The 32nd annual Actor Awards — the ceremony formerly known as the Screen Actors Guild Awards — were held on Sunday, streamed live on Netflix from Los Angeles’ Shrine Auditorium and hosted by returning emcee Kristen Bell....