NCD hosted more than 80 podcasts in 2017, including featuring a number of alum from CMT’s Next Women of Country franchise—a campaign to bring awareness to inspiring female vocalists in country music. In addition to sharing their unique perspectives, many of the singer/songwriters talked about releasing new music, spreading their brand of country music, overcoming…… MORE
Florida Georgia Line, Zac Brown Band, Sugarland, Kane Brown & More to Ring in the New Year With Televised Performances
A handful of country stars will help ring in the New Year with televised performances on Dec. 31. Florida Georgia Line, Sugarland and Kane Brown will perform as part of Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve With Ryan Seacrest 2018. Mariah Carey, Camila Cabello, Nick Jonas, Kelly Clarkson, Halsey, Imagine Dragons and Britney Spears will…… MORE
2017 Podcasts: Best of Texas with Granger Smith, Aaron Watson, Pat Green, Josh Abbott & Wade Bowen
NCD hosted more than 80 podcasts in 2017, including featuring a handful of guests who are the proud sons of Texas: Aaron Watson, Pat Green, Josh Abbott, Granger Smith and Wade Bowen. In addition to sharing their unique Lone Star State perspectives, the singer/songwriters talked about making their new albums, spreading their distinctive brand of…… MORE
Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood and Wife Kelli Welcome Baby Daughter, Lillie Renee
Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood and wife Kelli are the proud parents of a baby girl, Lillie Renee, who was born on Dec. 22. Lillie Renee, who weighed 7 lbs., 6 oz., joins older brother, Cash, 3. Dave made the announcement via Instagram, saying, in part, that everyone was “happy and healthy.” We’d like to welcome…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini, Chris Young, Scotty McCreery, Dolly Parton, Luke Bryan & More Share Christmas Wishes on Social Media
Check out the Christmas greetings that some of your favorite country stars shared on social media today (Dec. 25), including Dolly Parton, Luke Bryan, Chris Young, Scotty McCreery, Kelsea Ballerini and more. Merry Christmas to everyone out there. pic.twitter.com/ex30ErZsxp — Cole Swindell (@coleswindell) December 25, 2017 MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! pic.twitter.com/fYdjGw4E7E — ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic) December 25, 2017…… MORE
Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Wife Welcome Baby Daughter, Olivia Rose
On Dec. 23, Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and wife Hayley welcomed a baby girl, Olivia Rose. Olivia Rose, who weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz,, is the couple’s first child. “We love this little girl more than words can describe and it hasn’t even been 24 hours yet,” said Tyler in an Instagram post. “Our…… MORE
Festive Flicks: Dan + Shay, Carrie Underwood, Kip Moore, Hillary Scott, Brett Eldredge & More Pick Their Favorite Christmas Movies
Christmas may be the time for giving, but it’s also the time to give yourself a break from the hustle and bustle of holiday insanity. So pour yourself a stiff glass of eggnog, plop down on the couch for a few hours and enjoy one of your favorite festive flicks—or check out one of these…… MORE
Can You Name Garth Brooks’ 20 No. 1 Hits? Take Our Amazon Music Quiz
As Garth Brooks wraps up the North American leg of his World Tour in Nashville on Dec. 22 and 23, we thought it would be the perfect time for a fill-in-the-blank game of Garthonian proportions. Garth celebrated his 20th No. 1 single earlier this month as “Ask Me How I Know” ascended to the top…… MORE
Sugarland Talks Reuniting at the CMA Awards, Releasing New Single, Working on Upcoming Album & More
Jim Casey talks with Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush of Sugarland about: working on individual projects during their five-year hiatus from Sugarland their surprise reunion at the CMA Awards in November the changing sonic nature of country music over the last five years writing and recording their new single, “Still the Same” working on their…… MORE
Michael Ray Releases Statement After His Arrest for DUI & Drug Possession
After being arrested on Dec. 20 and charged with DUI and possession of marijuana oil, Michael Ray released a statement today (Dec. 21). “I want to apologize to my fans, family, and my hometown community for placing myself in this situation,” said Michael. “I am so very sorry for the disappointment these events have caused…… MORE
