Singer/songwriter Mac Davis died on Sept. 29 at age 78 following heart surgery. The announcement was made by Mac’s long-time manager and friend Jim Morey, who said Mac was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. “Mac Davis has been my client for over 40 years, and more importantly, my best friend,” Morey…… MORE
Luke Combs & Ashley Gorley Win Nashville Songwriter Awards From the NSAI
The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) announced its Songwriter of the Year and Songwriter/Artist of the Year as part of its annual Nashville Songwriter Awards. Songwriter/Artist of the Year: Luke Combs Songwriter of the Year: Ashley Gorley This marks the second year in a row Luke has been named Songwriter/Artist of the Year, while Ashley…… MORE
Luke Combs to Perform at 2020 Billboard Music Awards
Luke Combs will perform at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards on Oct. 14. Luke, who is nominated for four awards, joins Alicia Keys, Bad Bunny and Post Malone as announced performers. Kelly Clarkson will host the 2020 Billboard Music Awards for the third year in a row. The show will broadcast live from The Dolby…… MORE
The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project Forges Ahead to Support Veterans
The Journey Home Project, a nonprofit founded by the late Charlie Daniels that supports veterans in their return, rehabilitation and reintegration back into civilian life, will forge ahead as The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project (TCDJHP). Charlie, who passed away on July 6, 2020, at age 83, co-founded The Journey Home Project in 2014 with…… MORE
Listen to Carrie Underwood Soar on New Rendition of “Mary, Did You Know?”
Carrie Underwood released her first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, on Sept. 25. The 11-song album features a combination of beloved traditional favorites, such as “Mary, Did You Know?” “Silent Night” and “Away in the Manger,” as well as original material, including “Sweet Baby Jesus” and “Let There Be Peace.” Penned by Mark Lowry and Buddy…… MORE
Lee Brice Scores 8th No. 1 Single With “One of Them Girls”
Lee Brice scored his eighth No. 1 single as “One of Them Girls” ascended to the top spot on both the Mediabase chart and the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week. “One of Them Girls” follows Lee’s previous No. 1 single, “Rumors,” which topped the charts in July 2019, and his collaboration with Carly Pearce,…… MORE
Singer/Songwriter Mac Davis “Critically ill” Following Heart Surgery
Singer/songwriter Mac Davis, 78, is “critically ill” following heart surgery, according to a statement on his Instagram page on Sept. 28. “We are sorry to report that legendary singer/songwriter Mac Davis is critically ill following heart surgery in Nashville. Your love and prayers will be deeply appreciated at this time. #PrayForMacDavis. Thank you, The Davis…… MORE
Luke Combs Announces Sentimental New Single, “Better Together” [Listen]
Luke Combs will try to score his unprecedented 10th consecutive No. 1 single—to start a career—with the release of “Better Together.” The new tune, which was penned by Luke, Dan Isbell and Randy Montana, will impact country radio on Oct .12. “I wrote ‘Better Together’ in the mountains of North Carolina about three years ago,”…… MORE
Kane Brown Releases New Video for “Worldwide Beautiful” Featuring His Daughter [Watch]
Kane Brown released a new video for his uplifting song, “Worldwide Beautiful,” on Sept. 27. Directed by Alex Alvga, the new clip features Kane beckoning listeners to open their eyes and hearts as he croons the chorus: “You’re missing every color / If you’re only seeing black and white / Tell me how you’re gonna…… MORE
Keith Urban’s “The Speed of Now Part 1” Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Top Country Albums Chart
Keith Urban’s new studio album, The Speed of Now: Part 1, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. The new album moved 39,646 equivalent units, according to Nielsen Music/MRC Data, which was also good enough for the No. 7 spot on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. “In October 2019, this album…… MORE
