Exclusive Photo Gallery: Go Inside Nashville’s Johnny Cash Museum

Exclusive Photo Gallery: Go Inside Nashville’s Johnny Cash Museum

Posted on August 1, 2017

The Johnny Cash Museum in downtown Nashville got a tip of the cowboy hat from TripAdvisor, as it was recently named a 2017 Top 25 Trending U.S. Attractions for Summer. Joining national attractions such as Mount Rushmore, Fenway Park and the Grand Canyon on TripAdvisor’s list, the Johnny Cash Museum, which opened in 2013, has become a destination for both tourists and locals.

The museum is dedicated to the life and music career of Johnny and features a comprehensive collection of artifacts and memorabilia from the Man in Black, including stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten lyrics, as well as contributions from family members and notable friends.

The Johnny Cash Museum is open every day from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. General admission is $18.95, with discounts for children, senior citizens and military members.

Take a look at our exclusive photo gallery from the Johnny Cash Museum.

photos by Jason Simanek

Jon Pardi: Lucky Tonight Tour

Jon Pardi: Lucky Tonight Tour

Posted on August 1, 2017

Jon Pardi’s Lucky Tonight Tour with Midland and Runaway June

Oct. 12
Birmingham, Ala.
Avondale Brewing Co.

Oct. 13
Savannah, Ga.
Grayson Stadium

Oct. 14
Charlotte, N.C.
Coyote Joe’s

Oct. 19
Houston
House of Blues

Oct. 20
Austin, Texas
Stubb’s Outdoors

Oct. 21
Fort Worth, Texas
Billy Bob’s Texas

Nov. 2
Worcester, Mass.
The Palladium

Nov. 3
Silver Spring, Md.
The Fillmore Silver Spring

Nov. 4
North Myrtle Beach, S.C.
House of Blues

Nov. 10
St. Paul, Minn.
Myth

Nov. 11
Madison, Wis.
Orpheum Theatre

Nov. 16
Chicago
Joe’s on Weed Street

Nov. 17
Rosemont, Ill.
Joe’s Live

Nov. 18
Milwaukee
The Rave

Dec. 8
Grand Rapids, Mich.
The Intersection

AmericanaFest Announces Final Round of Performers, Including Lee Ann Womack, Reckless Kelly, Shelby Lynne, Allison Moorer, Sam Outlaw & More

AmericanaFest Announces Final Round of Performers, Including Lee Ann Womack, Reckless Kelly, Shelby Lynne, Allison Moorer, Sam Outlaw & More

Posted on August 1, 2017

Almost 300 artists will descend upon Nashville for the 17th annual AmericanaFest on Sept. 12–17.

Today (Aug. 1), the Americana Music Association announced the final round of artists who are slated to perform during the six-day event, including Lee Ann Womack, Reckless Kelly, Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer, Sam Outlaw and more.

Previously announced performers include Brandy Clark, Rodney Crowell, Turnpike Troubadours, Bruce Robison, Jason Eady, Deer Tick, SUSTO, Band of Heathens, Micky & the Motorcars, Jim Lauderdale, Hayes Carll, Amanda Shires, Lori McKenna, Drive-By Truckers, David Ramirez, The Wood Brothers and more.

The 2017 Americana Honors & Awards show, which is the centerpiece of AmericanaFest, will be held September 13 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium.

Tickets are on sale now.

Check out the newly announced list of performers below.

  • A.J. Croce
  • Amelia White and The Blue Souvenirs
  • Amy Black
  • Belle Plaine
  • Big Star’s Third Live
  • Billy Strings
  • Blackfoot Gypsies
  • Blair Crimmins and The Hookers
  • Bonnie Bishop
  • Brigitte DeMeyer
  • Caitlyn Smith
  • Cale Tyson
  • Carson McHone
  • Carter Sampson
  • Cat Clyde
  • Cereus Bright
  • Charlie Mars
  • Christian Lopez
  • Colin Hay
  • Colter Wall
  • Danni Nicholls
  • Danny Burns
  • Darling West
  • Dave Alvin
  • David Mayfield Parade
  • David Myles
  • Don Gallardo
  • Early James & the Latest
  • Eddie Berman
  • Escondido
  • Falls
  • Faustina Masigat
  • Front Country
  • Gill Landry
  • Grant-Lee Phillips
  • Harrow Fair
  • High Plains Jamboree
  • India Ramey
  • Jack Ingram
  • Jamie Kent
  • Jamtown
  • Jason Wilber
  • Jesse Dayton
  • Jimmy Lumpkin and the Revival
  • Joana Serrat
  • Joey Kneiser
  • Jon Langford
  • Joseph Huber
  • K Phillips
  • Kaia Kater
  • Kamara Thomas
  • Korby Lenker
  • Kristina Murray
  • Lee Ann Womack & Friends
  • Leyla McCalla
  • Liz Cooper & The Stampede
  • Lucie Silvas
  • Mark Erelli
  • Mary Bragg
  • Max Gomez
  • Me And My Brother
  • Motel Radio
  • Muddy Ruckus
  • Natalie Hemby
  • Old Sea Brigade
  • Otis Gibbs
  • Parsonsfield
  • Rachel Baiman
  • Rayna Gellert with Kieran Kane
  • Reckless Kelly
  • Reuben Bidez
  • Robby Hecht
  • Robyn Hitchcock
  • Ryan Tanner
  • Sam Outlaw
  • Sarah Shook & the Disarmers
  • Shane Nicholson
  • Shelby Lynne & Allison Moorer
  • Shelly Fairchild
  • Skyway Man
  • Taasha Coates
  • Tattletale Saints
  • Ted Russell Kamp
  • The Americans
  • The Lowest Pair
  • The Mulligan Brothers
  • The Steel Woods
  • The Stray Birds
  • Tony Joe White
  • Trout Steak Revival
  • Vikesh Kapoor
  • Webb Wilder
  • Wild Ponies
  • Will Hoge
  • Will Kimbrough
  • Zach Schmidt
  • Zephaniah O’Hora

Photo courtesy Shore Fire Media

Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” Breaks Record for Most Weeks Atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart

Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” Breaks Record for Most Weeks Atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart

Posted on July 31, 2017

Sam Hunt has cruised past Florida Georgia Line.

Sam “Body Like a Back Road” has been “doin’ 15 in a 30” for 25 straight weeks atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, which breaks the record set by Florida Georgia Line’s “Cruise” in 2013.

“I wrote ‘Body Like a Back Road’ with my producer Zach Crowell, Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally,” said Sam to Nash Country Daily. “I connect music to the emotions that come from relationships, so most of the songs that I write are inspired by those circumstances, emotions, feelings, all that kind of stuff. ‘Body Like a Back Road’ is a lighthearted song that was a lot of fun to write. It sort of swings, and hopefully it’s easy to listen to and will put a smile on some folks’ faces.”

Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart All-Time Record

1. “Body Like a Back Road” – Sam Hunt — 25 weeks (2017)
1. “Cruise” – Florida Georgia Line – 24 weeks (2012)
2. “Walk On By” – Leroy Van Dyke – 19 weeks (1961)
3. “H.O.L.Y.” – Florida Georgia Line – 18 weeks (2016)
4. “Die a Happy Man” – Thomas Rhett 17 weeks – (2015)
5. “Love’s Gonna Live Here” – Buck Owens – 16 weeks (1963)

Sam is currently on his 15 in a 30 Tour with special guests Maren Morris, Chris Janson and Ryan Follese. Upcoming dates include San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento and two nights in Los Angeles.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mdh2p03cRfw

photo by Jason Simanek

Watch Brett Young Drown His Sorrows in New “Like I Loved You” Video

Watch Brett Young Drown His Sorrows in New “Like I Loved You” Video

Posted on July 31, 2017

Following back-to-back No. 1 singles “Sleep Without You” and “In Case You Didn’t Know” from his self-titled debut album, Brett Young released his third single, “Like I Loved You,” to country radio on July 17. Now, the California native has a new video for the breakup tune, which was co-penned by Brett and Jesse Lee.

“Falling in love or falling out of love—those are the easiest songs to write because it’s just straight from personal experience,” says Brett to Nash Country Daily. “I think everybody’s felt both of those. Everybody’s been in love, everybody’s had heartbreak. We noticed that when we put together the 12 songs that would make the [self-titled debut] record, there was not a party song on this record. I’ve written a ton of party songs and not that there’s anything wrong with that. I think, in trying to tell my story and let people get to know me, it seemed like we should talk about things that I’ve lived.”

Directed by Phillip Lopez, the heartfelt clip was filmed in Los Angeles’ scenic Laurel Canyon.

“California is home for me, and it’s where I’ve lived a lot of these lyrics, so it just feels right to shoot the ‘Like I Loved You’ video back there,” Brett said. “I think just about everyone can identify with this song in some way. Most have us have had our hearts broken a time or two.”

Watch Brett’s new video below.

Social Media Roundup: Karen Fairchild’s Girl Crush, Reba’s Date, Frankie Ballard’s Big Tip & More

Social Media Roundup: Karen Fairchild’s Girl Crush, Reba’s Date, Frankie Ballard’s Big Tip & More

Posted on July 31, 2017

If you don’t have time to comb through social media all day, here’s what you’ve been missing over the last 24 hours or so in the country music world:

  • Maren Morris rides a magic carpet.
  • Karen Fairchild kisses her girl crush.
  • Sturgill Simpson visits the East.
  • RaeLynn jams with LBT.
  • Kip Moore skates.
  • Jake Owen surfs.
  • Blake Shelton hunts for Rascals.
  • Frankie Ballard leaves a big tip.
  • Reba hits the town with Shane Tarleton.

Aladdin & Unprofessional Jasmine. 💫💫💫@bennettdeanlewis

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Girl power. 💪🏻❤️ #respect @mirandalambert

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It looks just like Eastern Kentucky except the double wides are waaaaaaay cooler

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My partner in crime is back..Lapsley's daughter showin me how to groove

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‪Wow! Found this old picture from 12 years ago! Flatts gave me a shot gun for my BDay. After they pied me!!! Ha!‬

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https://www.instagram.com/p/BXJ4MEJB_FO/?taken-by=reba

main image courtesy of Karen Fairchild’s Instagram

Billy Currington Tops Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart with 12th Career No. 1 Single

Billy Currington Tops Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart with 12th Career No. 1 Single

Posted on July 31, 2017

Self-professed beach bum Billy Currington is enjoying summertime even more today with the news that his single, “Do I Make You Wanna,” is No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.

Following “Don’t It” and “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To,” “Do I Make You Wanna” is the third single from Billy’s 2016 album, Summer Forever, to reach No. 1. The tune also marks Billy’s 12th career No. 1 single.

“Summer Forever is the album that keeps on giving,” said Billy. “Having the song ‘Do I Make You Wanna’ become my 12th No. 1 hit is beyond gratifying and so rewarding. I want to thank my team, my label, my co-writers, country radio and most of all you, my fans. This could have never happened without the fans, so a deep-felt thank you to all of you.

Billy is currently on the road for his headlining Stay Up ’Til the Sun Tour through August.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqogSep6lwA

photo by Jason Simanek

Watch Florida Georgia Line’s Campy New “Smooth” Video

Watch Florida Georgia Line’s Campy New “Smooth” Video

Posted on July 31, 2017

Florida Georgia Line dropped a new Vegas-inspired video for their single, “Smooth.”

The new clip, which was co-directed by FGL’s Brian Kelley and TK McKamy, features a cast of characters—including “Cat Daddy” Craig Wiseman (songwriter/publisher), an Elvis impersonator and Brian and Tyler Hubbard (who are depicted as Old Camp whiskey delivery men)—on their way to Vegas so Craig and wife KK can renew their wedding vows.

Along the way, FGL doppelgangers keep KK apprised of all the bachelor-esque developments as the crew cruises to Vegas in a pink Cadillac.

Check out the new video below.

Watch Surprise Guest Miranda Lambert Team With Little Big Town to Sing “Goodbye Earl” at the Ryman

Watch Surprise Guest Miranda Lambert Team With Little Big Town to Sing “Goodbye Earl” at the Ryman

Posted on July 31, 2017

Little Big Town continued its Ryman Auditorium residency over the weekend with two shows on July 28 and 29.

Attendees on Saturday night were treated to a surprise appearance by Miranda Lambert, who joined LBT onstage to sing “Goodbye Earl,” a song the Dixie Chicks took to No. 13 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart in 2000.

Little Big Town returns to the Ryman on Sept. 15 and 16 and Nov. 27.

Check out a couple of videos of the Miranda/LBT performance below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6jZcOhurpk

videos courtesy of LBTMedia and guitargirl2124’s YouTube

“Modern Family” Star Eric Stonestreet Has Full-Circle Moment With Garth Brooks [Photos]

“Modern Family” Star Eric Stonestreet Has Full-Circle Moment With Garth Brooks [Photos]

Posted on July 31, 2017

Modern Family star Eric Stonestreet had a full-circle moment over the weekend.

While attending a Garth Brooks’ concert at the Forum in Los Angeles, Eric was able to go backstage and tell Garth, “You’re welcome.”

It turns out, Eric worked security at one of Garth’s concerts in Manhattan, Kan., in 1995. Eric shared a few pics on his Instagram page of the ’95 show, where he can be seen standing in front of the stage while Garth sings and greets fans. At the recent concert in L.A., Garth signed the photos: “Love you pal,” and “Here’s to circles.”

Eric posted the signed pics on Instagram—along with two videos—with the caption: “In 1995 I worked security for A (ONE) Garth Brooks concert in Manhattan Ks. Last night I finally got to say you’re welcome for keeping him safe that night and basically giving him the wonderful career he’s had thus far. Thank you Garth for the amazing night I had with my #crew slash #squad ❤️#circles.”

Check out the pics below.

photos via Eric Stonestreet’s Instagram

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