Most people know that Whitney Houston’s rendition of “I Will Always Love You” is a cover. The song was written and originally recorded by country music’s Dolly Parton. The country version went to the top of the charts in the 1970s. Whitney Houston’s cover, of course, also reached #1 in 1992. It was featured on
For Maren Morris, like millions of other mommies with infants, being up around midnight is nothing unusual. At the stroke of midnight this morning, October 2, however, the country music songstress did something she hopes will be more meaningful and culturally lasting to her legacy and her infant son, Hayes. Morris released her latest song,
Fans have been hoping Carrie Underwood would release a Christmas album for a long time. There wish finally came true when she released her very first Holiday album September 25. A vinyl copy of the Christmas music will be available October 30. Now, just as her new album is hitting stores and digital platforms, it’s
Tim McGraw keeps finding ways to draw the world closer through the pandemic. The country music superstar has been virtually everywhere singing from his latest album, “Here On Earth,” released last month. Although the songs were recorded before the virus crisis, the music took on new meaning under the worldwide outbreak and quarantine requirements. Themes
,Dolly Parton is passionate and purpose-driven in all she does. The country music queen doesn’t know the meaning of doing anything halfheartedly, especially at Christmas time. It’s not even October yet and Dolly is doing her best to bring everyone a big dose of Christmas cheer. Her first brand-new Christmas album in 30 years will
Sheryl Crow doesn’t look much older than she did 25 years ago when the singer-songwriter snagged her first armload of Grammy awards. Sheryl soon became a musical fixture across every genre after her golden nods for “All I Wanna Do.” The bouncy ballad with its tagline referring to “the sun coming up on Santa Monica
Twitter cancel culture had an unusual target on Saturday, September 26: Country singer Garth Brooks. The singer of inspiring anthems such as “We Shall Be Free” faced criticism for having his name in connection with Donald Trump in any way. What is the connection between The President of the United States and country music’s favorite
Dolly Parton has probably seen countless images of herself engraved on all variety of body parts among her fans. Imitation is the finest form of flattery, so the country music legend assuredly takes the displays of body art as a compliment. When it comes to her own body, however, Dolly disclosed in a Today feature
Fans of the Thomas Rhett may be familiar with his oldest daughter, Willa Gray, 4. However, they may not know how he and his wife, Lauren Akins, plan to raise her. Adopting Willa Gray Best-selling author, Lauren Akins, shares insight into how the adoption process went for her and Thomas Rhett to adopt Willa. Consequently,
The O Brother, Where Art Thou? film cast are reuniting for the 20th anniversary at the Nashville Film Festival. The Nashville Film Festival’s exclusive virtual tribute to O Brother, Where Art Thou? in celebration of the film’s 20th anniversary, which will include a discussion with legendary actors from the film, including George Clooney, John Turturro
Country music queen Dolly Parton has been busy getting everyone in the Christmas spirit, long before Halloween. The legendary singer-songwriter honored by the Guinness Book of World Records as the most successful female artist in her industry doesn’t need to defend her artistic stature. Dolly stands at just 5 feet tall, but her music and
After six months, Kelly Clarkson is back in the studio filming her daytime talk show. While The Kelly Clarkson Show was in production during the pandemic, it was filmed virtually. On Monday, September 21, Kelly Clarkson reunited with her band, studio crew and virtual audience. One of the trademarks of The Kelly Clarkson Show is
It goes without saying that festival season 2020 didn’t go as planned due to the on-going coronavirus pandemic. However, fans can rejoice knowing that the iHeartCountry Festival is going to take place on October 23rd. This is the seventh iHeartCountry Festival. Changes to the iHeartCountry Festival Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 the event was rescheduled. Additionally,
Reba McEntire has been topping the country charts for over five decades! The singer-slash-actress is on a press tour to promote her new ventures. Earlier this month, she celebrated the 30th anniversary of her Rumor Has It album by reissuing it with new content. Rumor Has It Came Out 30 Years Ago Big hair, shoulder
It’s been 15 years since Carrie Underwood burst onto the country music scene. She won the singing competition American Idol in 2005. Since then, she’s gotten married and had two children. Plus, she racked up numerous awards. At the 2020 Academy of Country Music Awards, she took home the top prize for Entertainer of the
Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi is bringing a little country to his latest song. He is teaming up with Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles again for an inspiring quarantine anthem. This isn’t the first time the rocker has gone country. “Who Says You Can’t Go Home” Tops Country Charts in 2005 Bon Jovi’s album Have a
Gorgeous country music songstress, Mickey Guyton, is no stranger to making the hair of her audiences stand straight up with her soulful, soaring voice. Beyond that, she has been writing most of the song she sings for years, but, even so, this year is different. The 2020 55th ACM Awards were the most different in
Brad Paisley and wife, Kimberly Williams-Paisley are historically known for their charitable works. According to reports from Bobby Bones and iHeart Radio, the charitable duo are at it again. Brad Paisley and the Million Meal Donation Tour iHeart Radio reports that Brad Paisley and Kimberly Paisley are donating “one million meals nationwide.” This contribution is
Undoubtedly, last night’s ACM Awards are one for the history books. It goes without saying that Country music sweetheart, Carrie Underwood, made history of her own. What did Carrie Underwood miss in her acceptance speech? Shockingly in an ACM Awards first, Carrie Underwood tied with Thomas Rhett for Entertainer of the Year. In hindsight, it
Cowboy and traditional country singer songwriter, Paul Bogart, is stretching his repertoire as he takes on an R&B classic by Bill Withers. The country singer stays true to his roots with his reimagined forthcoming single, Ain’t No Sunshine, originally written and performed by the late soul singer and R&B icon. In his rendition of this