Zac Brown shared a musical treat with his fans on Valentine’s Day. Grabbing his acoustic guitar, Zac performed a version of Jason Isbell‘s “Cover Me Up” with the message “Jason Isbell wrote this one solo. What a song. Happy Valentine’s Day.” Check it out here… Zac Brown Band is at country radio right now with…… MORE
Eddie Van Halen, legendary rock guitarist and co-founder of Van Halen, died on Oct. 6 at age 65 after battling throat cancer. “I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,” said Eddie’s son, Wolfgang, via Twitter. “He was…… MORE
The COVID-19 pandemic may have put the kibosh on the 2020 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival, but you can still get a full slate of music with Virtual ROO-ALITY, a free three-night live broadcast airing via YouTube on Sept. 24–26. The online event will feature past footage from the Bonnaroo archives as well as brand-new…… MORE
Jason Isbell, Blackberry Smoke, Yacht Rock Revue and the Indigo Girls will headline live shows in Alpharetta, Ga., at Lot A at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in October. The shows, dubbed Live From the Drive-In, will take place across two weekends in October. Friday, October 16 – Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit Saturday, October 17…… MORE
The late John Prine will be honored by a musical who’s who during Picture Show: A Tribute Celebrating John Prine on June 11. The legendary troubadour died on April 7 due to COVID-19 complications. Confirmed guests for Picture Show include Courtney Marie Andrews, Dan Auerbach, Kevin Bacon, Brené Brown, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Dave Cobb,…… MORE
Jason Isbell’s seventh studio album, Reunions, reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart in the week ending on May 21. Reunions moved 37,000 equivalent album units, according to Nielsen Music, which was also good enough for the No. 9 spot on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. Reunions was released one week early…… MORE
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The Highwomen—Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires, Maren Morris and Natalie Hemby—dropped a new video for “Crowded Table” on April 30. Penned Natalie, Brandi and Lori McKenna, “Crowded Table” is featured on the foursome’s 2019 self-titled debut album, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Filmed throughout the making of the album, the…… MORE
Country stars are trying to do their part to keep us entertained during our self-quarantines (hopefully) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s a rundown of what to expect as some of our favorite stars perform live and chat via social media. April 24 (updated throughout the day) Stephanie Quayle: 10 a.m. CT – Facebook Cam:…… MORE
A number of country artists paid tribute to John Prine, 73, who passed away on April 7 from COVID-19 complication. Miranda Lambert, Travis Tritt, Jason Isbell, Maren Morris, Margo Price, Kix Brooks, Charlie Daniels and many more shared their love on social media and via statements. Jason Isbell: “We love you John.” Margo Price: “It…… MORE
CMT will celebrate the life and career of Kenny Rogers, who passed away on March 20 at age 81, during an upcoming TV special, CMT Giants Kenny Rogers, on April 8. The tribute, which will be hosted by Rita Wilson, will feature virtual performances and interviews from Dolly Parton, Gavin DeGraw, Jason Isbell and Amanda…… MORE
A number of artists are joining forces for the To Nashville, With Love benefit concert on March 9 at Marathon Music Works. Ashley McBryde, Brandi Carlile, Brothers Osborne, Dan Auerbach, Jason Isbell, Margo Price, Sheryl Crow, Soccer Mommy and Yola are slated to take the stage to help raise money for the To Nashville, With…… MORE
Jason Isbell will release his seventh studio album, Reunions, on May 15. The 10-song offering, which was recorded at Nashville’s RCA Studio A, follows Jason’s 2017 No. 1 album, The Nashville Sound. Like Jason’s three previous albums, Reunions was produced by Grammy-winner Dave Cobb. The new album features 10 songs written by Jason, who was…… MORE
Bluebird, a feature film documenting the 35-year history of Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe, will air on Feb. 19 at 8 p.m. ET on CMT. The 82-minute film, which was directed by Brian A. Loschiavo, features Garth Brooks, Maren Morris, Steve Earle, Charles Esten, Vince Gill, Faith Hill, Jason Isbell, Kacey Musgraves, Taylor Swift, Pam Tillis, Trisha…… MORE
Chris Stapleton will revive his All-American Road Show this summer and fall with more than 30 dates, including stops in Phoenix, Denver, Atlanta, New York, Chicago and more. As in years past, Chris will be bringing along a motley crew of supporting artists at various stops, including Dwight Yoakam, Elle King, Hank Williams Jr., Kendell…… MORE
Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival unleashed its 100-plus-artist lineup for 2020, and it includes a handful of country-centric performers, including Jason Isbell, Morgan Wallen, Mandolin Orange, Orville Peck, Yola and more. For the third year in a row, Bonnaroo will feature the Grand Ole Opry stage on June 11, with special guests to be announced…… MORE
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Morgan Wallen has transformed Jason Isbell’s award-winning song, “Cover Me Up,” into an eight-minute short film about a military vet with PTSD. Jason penned the personal song for his girlfriend—now wife—Amanda Shires after struggling with sobriety. He recorded the tune for his Grammy-winning album, Southeastern. “Cover Me Up” was recognized at the 2014 Americana Music…… MORE
You can ring in the New Year in Nashville with a free show featuring Keith Urban, Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit, The Struts, Amanda Shires and the Fisk Jubilee Singers. The free event—dubbed the Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight: New Year’s Eve in Nashville—will take place at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park (approximately…… MORE
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The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) summer trade show (July 18–20) kicked off in Nashville at the Wildhorse Saloon on July 18 with the Gibson Summer NAMM Jam. The showcase featured a lineup of legends, stars and emerging acts—all strumming Gibson guitars—including Jason Isbell, Nathaniel Rateliff, Chris Isaak, Lee Roy Parnell, Ray Wylie Hubbard,…… MORE
Jason Isbell has sold out 20 consecutive shows at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium since 2014—he’s going for 27. Jason will perform seven shows at the Ryman in October, making it his longest stand at the iconic venue. Backed by the 400 Unit (Derry deBorja, Chad Gamble, Jimbo Hart, Amanda Shires and Sadler Vaden), Jason will take…… MORE
Sheryl Crow released the art and track listing for her upcoming album of collaborations, Threads, which is set to drop on Aug. 30. The 17-song album features collaborations with a number of country artists, including Maren Morris, Chris Stapleton, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Margo Price, Jason Isbell, Kris Kristofferson, Emmylou Harris and Vince Gill. Sheryl…… MORE
Thomas Rhett is ready to hit the road and Bring The Bar To You in 2022!
Starting in June, Thomas will kick-off his Bring The Bar To You tour with back to back shows in Gilford, New Hampshire with openers Parker McCollum and Conner Smith.
After going through the last two years, Thomas says, “I’ll never take for granted being able to come see y’all and I’m so fired up to play some of these new ones that were made with these nights in mind. I have a feeling things are going to get loud – I’m counting down the days already!”
Photo Courtesy of Thomas Rhett