Carrie Underwood released her upbeat new single, “Southbound,” to country radio. Carrie debuted the song during her performance at the ACM Awards earlier this month.
Penned by Carrie, David Garcia and Josh Miller, “Southbound” follows the release of Top 20 hit, “Love Wins,” from Carrie’s 2018 album, Cry Pretty.
Listen to “Southbound” below.
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Morgan Evans broke out his guitar and loop pedal to create a mash-up of Dan + Shay’s recent No. 1 hit, “Tequila,” and his current single, “Day Drunk.”
Penned by Morgan, Chris DeStefano and Lindy Robbins, “Day Drunk” is featured on Morgan’s 2018 album, Things That We Drink To.
“Tequila,” which was co-penned by Dan, Jordan Reynolds and Nicolle Galyon, became the duo’s first multi-week No. 1 single in July 2018.
The result of Morgan’s new mash-up is intoxicating. Check it out.
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Kacey Musgraves has extended her headlining Oh, What a World Tour II with four new dates.
New shows include stops in Las Vegas (Aug. 20), San Diego (Aug. 22) and Los Angeles (Aug. 23 and Aug. 25). Tickets go on sale on April 26.
Oh, What a World: Tour II North American Dates (new dates in bold)
Michael Ray will ship his new single, “Her World or Mine,” to country radio on May 20.
Penned by Brett Beavers, Jamie Paulin and Travis Denning, “Her World or Mine” is featured on Michael’s 2018 album, Amos. The tune follows Michael’s recent No. 1 single, “One That Got Away,” which topped the Mediabase chart earlier this month.
“When we added ‘Her World or Mine’ to our live show last year, the response was immediate and now every night on the road the crowd sings it back to us,” says Michael. “I think it has resonated so strongly with fans because no matter which side you are on . . . the one who has moved on or the one who is hanging on . . . everyone has been there at some point in their life, they see themselves in this song. I certainly do.”
Listen to Michael’s new breakup ballad below.
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Maddie & Tae’s Maddie Marlow and Tae Dye have been a part of some big tours over the last few years, including Dierks Bentley’s Sounds of Summer Tour in 2015 and Brad Paisley’s Life Amplified World Tour in 2016—but the duo’s upcoming tour takes the cake.
On May 1, the duo will join Carrie Underwood’s Cry Pretty Tour 360 for more than 50 dates across the U.S. and Canada, including arenas in Las Vegas, Toronto, Denver, Los Angeles, Nashville, New York City, Boston, Atlanta and more.
As the duo told Nash Country Daily, they are ready to “rock” the stage after plenty of rehearsing.
“We are like a week-and-a-half away from one of the biggest tours of our lives,” says Maddie. “This is gonna be a huge thing for our career [and] one of the coolest experiences we’ll have so far. And just getting to learn from one of the best every single night. But we’ve rehearsed our butts off so we feel really prepared and ready to rock and roll. We’re really excited and grateful.”
Cry Pretty Tour 360
May 1 – Greensboro, NC – Greensboro Coliseum
May 3 – Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at the BJCC
May 4 – N. Little Rock, AR – Verizon Arena
May 6 – San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center
May 9 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Arena
May 11 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena
May 12 – Fresno, CA – Save Mart Center
May 14 – Sacramento, CA – Golden1 Center
May 16 – Oakland, CA – Oracle Arena
May 18 – Bakersfield, CA – Rabobank Arena
May 21 – Portland, OR – MODA Center at Rose Garden
May 22 – Spokane, WA – Spokane Arena
May 24 – Tacoma, WA – Tacoma Dome
May 25 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
May 28 – Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
May 31 – Saskatoon, SK – SaskTel Centre
June 2 – Winnipeg, MB – Bell MTS Place
June 9 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
June 10 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre
June 13 – Hershey, PA – GIANT Center
June 15 – Cincinnati, OH – U.S. Bank Arena
June 16 – Indianapolis, IN – Bankers Life Fieldhouse
June 18 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center
June 20 – Milwaukee, WI – Fiserv Forum
June 21 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center
June 23 – Lincoln, NE – Pinnacle Bank Arena
Sept. 10 – San Diego, CA – Valley View Casino Center
Sept. 12 – Los Angeles, CA – STAPLES Center
Sept. 14 – Salt Lake City, UT – Vivint Smart Home Arena
Sept. 16 – Denver, CO – Pepsi Center
Sept. 18 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena
Sept. 19 – Kansas City, MO – Sprint Center
Sept. 21 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
Sept. 22 – Lafayette, LA – Cajundome
Sept. 24 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Sept. 25 – Oklahoma City, OK – Chesapeake Energy Arena
Sept. 27 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Sept. 29 – Columbia, SC – Colonial Life Arena
Sept. 30 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena
Oct. 2 – New York City, NY – Madison Square Garden
Oct. 4 – Washington, D.C. – Capital One Arena
Oct. 5 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
Oct. 10 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Oct. 12 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena
Oct. 13 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center
Oct. 16 – Cleveland, OH – Quicken Loans Arena
Oct. 17 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center
Oct. 19 – Atlanta, GA – Philips Arena
Oct. 20 – Jacksonville, FL – Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
Oct. 23 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum
Oct. 24 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center
Oct. 26 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena
Oct. 27 – Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
Oct. 29 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Oct. 31 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
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The guys from Lanco—Brandon Lancaster, Chandler Baldwin, Jared Hampton, Tripp Howell and Eric Steedly—dropped a new video for “Rival,” the lead single from the band’s upcoming sophomore album.
Directed by Peter Zavadil and filmed in Nashville, the new video features a diverse crowd of folks who share their personal hardships with each other in an effort to “break down walls.”
“We really wanted to capitalize on the true message behind the song that was built from different times in our lives and the stories from fans who have felt beat-down and lost, but ultimately find hope and redemption,” says Lanco’s frontman, Brandon. “Every caption on that wall was an experience that person had to overcome, and when it was knocked down you could feel the genuine joy from everyone on the set. It was a powerful moment I’ll never forget.”
Produced by Jay Joyce, “Rival” was co-penned by Brandon Lancaster and drummer Tripp Howell.
Watch the new video below.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Former Tennessee running back and longtime NFL scout Reggie Cobb passed away on Saturday at the age of 50.
A Knoxville, Tenn., native, Cobb played for the Vols from 1987 to 1989 and ranks No. 11 in UT history in rushing yards (2,360), tied for No. 7 in rushing touchdowns (26) and No. 12 in rushing attempts (445).
Cobb led the SEC in touchdowns with 20 in 1987 and rushed for 1,197 yards while collecting All-SEC Second Team honors during his freshman season on Rocky Top. His 1,721 all-purpose yards that season stood as the UT record until 2012.
Cobb was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second round on the 1990 NFL Draft and spent seven seasons in the NFL, including a 1,171-yard, nine-touchdown season for the Bucs in 1994.
Following his NFL time, Cobb had a successful career as a scout for the 49ers, Washington Redskins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, including being named the NFC Scout of the Year in 2011.
He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Tennessee in 1999.
STATEMENT FROM SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS GENERAL MANAGER JOHN LYNCH:
“We are devastated by the sudden loss of a tremendous teammate and loyal friend, Reggie Cobb,” said 49ers General Manager John Lynch. “Reggie was an enthusiastic and passionate person who had a special ability to brighten up a room with his personality and infectious smile. For 10 years, the 49ers were better because of Reggie and these unique qualities that he possessed. He was a top-notch scout and an exemplary man whose years of service to this organization and the National Football League will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends in this time of mourning.”
-UT Athletics
Blake Shelton will headline the 20th anniversary celebration for Musicians On Call, a nonprofit organization that brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in hospitals across the country.
The celebration will take place at Nashville’s CMA Theater on May 31. Cale Dodds will open the show before Blake takes the stage. In addition, Musicians On Call will recognize three individuals for their service: Shane Tarleton (Lifetime Achievement Award), Charlie Cook (Leadership in Music Award) and Lauren Alaina (Music Heals Award).
The celebration will begin with an exclusive VIP reception at the CMA Theater, followed by performances from Cale and a full-band set from Blake. A limited number of tickets will be available to the public starting on April 26 at 10 a.m. CT. Pre-sale will begin on April 24 for existing Musicians On Call volunteers and supporters.
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A rubber roof blew off an apartment complex in downtown Knoxville.
Crews were called in Thursday night to the 1100 Studio Apartments on Lula Powell Drive for reports of a collapsed roof.
They found the rubber membrane and some metal flashing had blown off of two buildings. About 150 different units were affected.
No injuries were reported and officials don’t believe there is any structural damage.
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Thomas Rhett released a nostalgic new song, “Remember You Young,” from his upcoming fourth studio album, Center Point Road, which will drop on May 31.
Penned by TR, Jesse Frasure, Ashley Gorley, “Remember You Young” follows the release of the album’s lead single, “Look What God Gave Her,” which is currently No. 14 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart after seven weeks.
“We wrote this song about the people in life that we love, and always remembering them in their youth no matter how much time passes and we all change,” Thomas Rhett said. “There’s something sentimental about remembering your very best friends who have real jobs and families now tearing it up in college, or picturing me and my wife with no cares at the Tin Roof back in Knoxville. I love that the last verse is a bit of twist with it all coming full circle. It actually makes me emotional . . . it’s easily one of my favorite tracks on the album.”
The 16-song album takes its name from the street in his Tennessee hometown that shaped much of his life experiences. TR co-penned every track on the album, which also features a who’s who of top songwriters, including Shane McAnally, Karen Fairchild, Rhett Akins, Josh Osborne and more.
In addition, the album features a number of collaborations with other artists, including Kelsea Ballerini (“Center Point Road”), Little Big Town (“Don’t Threaten Me With a Good Time”) and Jon Pardi (“Beer Can’t Fix”).
“For me, Center Point Road really symbolizes what it was like to grow up in Hendersonville [Tennessee],” says TR. “First dates, first football games, first heartbreak, first kisses, success and failures. I really feel like that road shaped who I am today, and it felt fitting because the record, for the most part, is pretty nostalgic. Songs like ‘Almost,’ ‘That Old Truck’ and especially ‘Center Point Road,’ really describe who I was as a kid and teenager, and who I’ve become as an adult.”
Listen to “Remember You Young” below.
Center Point Road Track Listing & Songwriters
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