Renowned steel guitar player and producer Robby Turner, known affectionately as the “Man of Steel,” passed away on September 4 at the age of 63. Turner, who performed with legendary artists such as Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, The Highwaymen, and Chris Stapleton, was integral to country music’s evolution. Turner contributed to landmark projects like the…

On Monday (September 8), festival organizers announced that Garth Brooks will headline Milwaukee’s Summerfest 2026, with the country superstar launching the festival with an opening night concert on June 17 at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater. This will mark Brooks’ first Milwaukee performance in over a decade. “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Garth Brooks…

Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, and Lainey Wilson lead the 2025 CMA Awards nominations with six nods each, marking the first time three female solo artists top the list of nominees. Following them are Zach Top with five nominations, and Riley Green and Cody Johnson with four each. Morgan Wallen aims to defend his Entertainer of…