“The winner of the 2017 Nash Next Challenge is . . . Todd O’Neill.” Those were the words Todd heard in October 2016 after he beat out hundreds of competitors in a four-month-long competition to become the last man standing in the Nash Next Challenge, which was created by Cumulus Media and sponsored by Country…… MORE
In Honor of Loretta Lynn’s 85th Birthday, We’ve Got 8.5 of Her Best Songs That Prove She’s the Baddest Woman in Country Music History
Few country music artists can claim a career spanning 50-plus years, but golden gal Loretta Lynn sure can. Since releasing her debut album, Loretta Lynn Sings, in 1963, the “Coal Miner’s Daughter” has been hard at work for more than a half-century doing what she loves: making music. Loretta’s songs about the domestic hardships of…… MORE
Michael Ray Talks Creating Memorable Moments Onstage, No. 1 Song “Think a Little Less,” Upcoming New Album and More
Lisa talks with Michael Ray about the importance of creating memorable moments onstage for his fans, his No. 1 song, “Think a Little Less,” his upcoming new album, what he learned while touring with Darius Rucker, his brief cameo on Nashville, and more. Show Participants Michael Ray Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Links &…… MORE
Shania Twain Will Mentor Finalists on “The Voice” on April 24
Shania Twain is bringing her “That Don’t Impress Me Much” talents to Season 8 of The Voice on April 24. Like Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill in previous seasons, Shania will serve as a mentor to the finalists. Shania made the announcement on Twitter today (April 13): “Excited to announce that…… MORE
Blake Shelton Reaches Defamation Settlement With “In Touch” Magazine Over “Rehab” Cover
According to TMZ, Blake Shelton has reached a settlement with In Touch magazine over its September 2015 issue that featured a cover story with the headline “Rehab for Blake: He Finally Hits Rock Bottom.” The accompanying article portrayed Blake as an alcoholic with several of the singer’s alleged drunken antics. Blake denied the incidents occurred…… MORE
Adam Craig Takes You Behind the Scenes of His New Video for “Just a Phase”
Adam Craig, one of country’s hottest new voices, released his current single, “Just a Phase”—featured on his self-titled EP—in February. Now the sultry voiced newcomer is releasing his first major label video, and he’s taking you behind the scenes to check it out. “This is my first music video on a major label, and it…… MORE
CMA Fest Announces Forever Country Stage, Featuring Tracy Lawrence, Darryl Worley, Mark Chesnutt, Lonestar and Many More
If you’re one of those country fans that have been longing for a return of ’80s, ’90s and ’00’s country music, you’re in luck. The CMA has announced a brand new stage at CMA Music Festival, on June 8 -11 in Nashville, called the Budweiser Forever Country Park Stage. Located in the park behind Ascend…… MORE
Loretta Lynn Announces New Studio Album, “Wouldn’t It Be Great,” Set for Aug. 18 Release
Loretta Lynn will turn 85 years old on Friday, April 14, and she’s celebrating with two sold-out shows at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium on April 14 and 15. But the celebration is starting today (April 13) as Loretta announced she will be releasing a new album, Wouldn’t It Be Great, on Aug. 18. All of the…… MORE
Zac Brown Band’s Jimmy De Martini Welcomes Fourth Child, First Daughter
Congratulations are in order for Zac Brown Band’s violin player, Jimmy De Martini and his wife Stacey, who welcomed a bouncing baby girl to their family earlier this month. Jonelle De Martini was born on April 4, weighing in at 6lbs 5 oz and is the first girl for the couple. The new baby will…… MORE
Carrie Underwood’s Fingers and Toes Are Ready for Playoff Hockey
Carrie Underwood is ready for playoff hockey. Carrie posted a pic on Instagram of her freshly painted fingernails and toenails that match the team colors—navy blue and gold—of the Nashville Predators. Carrie’s husband, Mike Fisher, will lead the Preds against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight (April 14) in the first round of the NHL playoffs. Carrie…… MORE
