Jon Pardi paid tribute to one of his favorite artists, Joe Diffie, by performing a rousing rendition of “Pickup Man” at the CMA Awards on Nov. 11. Joe Diffie, who passed away in March due to COVID-19 complications, scored a number of hits during the 1990s, including “John Deere Green,” “Pickup Man,” “Home” and more.…… MORE
Dan + Shay Win Second Consecutive CMA Award for Duo of the Year
Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay won Duo of the Year at the 54th CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 11. It was the duo’s second consecutive win in the aforementioned category. “This is absolutely incredible,” said Shay. “So thankful to be here with so many incredible people. I just thank God…… MORE
Hot Country Tea, 11/12
We caught up with first time CMA Entertainer of the Year, The Chief, Eric Church!… MORE
Watch Chris Stapleton’s Stunning Performance of “Starting Over” at the CMA Awards
Chris Stapleton may not have taken home any trophies at the CMA Awards on Nov. 11, but he reminded everyone watching why he is regarded as one of music’s finest vocalists—in any genre—with a breathtaking performance of his new single, “Starting Over.” Penned by Chris and Mike Henderson, “Starting Over” is the title track to…… MORE
Reba McEntire & Darius Rucker Release New Rendition of “In the Ghetto” [Listen]
Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker have released a new recording of “In the Ghetto.” Reba and Darius, who co-hosted the CMA Awards on Nov. 11, performed the tune during the show as a tribute to Mac Davis, who passed away in September. Mac penned the song, which Elvis Presley scored a Top 5 hit with…… MORE
Talking Reelfoot with Ranger Dalton Gooch
We caught up with Ranger Dalton Gooch on the boardwalk at Reelfoot Lake State Park. The sound of the waves lapping against the Cypress Trees made for a lovely chat about the most surprising park we’ve visited so far, Reelfoot Lake State Park! Bald Eagles and other birds of prey: Cypress Trees and other wow…… MORE
Watch Miranda Lambert Perform New Single, “Settling Down,” at the CMA Awards
Miranda Lambert performed her new single, “Settling Down,” at the CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 11. Penned by Miranda, Luke Dick and Natalie Hemby, “Settling Down” is featured on Miranda’s 2019 album, Wildcard. The mid-tempo tune is currently No. 38 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart after seven weeks. The new single juxtaposes Miranda’s…… MORE
Watch Chris Stapleton’s Promo for New Holiday Album, “A Very Covid Christmas,” From “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
Chris Stapleton will release his new studio album, Starting Over, on Nov. 13, but did you know he also has a new holiday album in the works? Neither did we, until we saw Chris’ promo for A Very Covid Christmas: Holiday Songs for a Pandemic on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Nov. 11. Of course, the…… MORE
Luke Combs Wins 2 CMA Awards for Male Vocalist & Album of the Year
Luke Combs continued his hot streak at the CMA Awards in Nashville on Nov. 11. Luke picked up two CMA Awards for Male Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year (What You See Is What You Get). Luke now has five CMA Awards, including wins in 2019 for New Artist, Male Vocalist and…… MORE
Maren Morris Wins 3 CMA Awards for Female Vocalist, Single & Song of the Year
Maren Morris had a huge night at the 54th CMA Awards on Nov. 11 in Nashville. Maren picked up three trophies, including Female Vocalist of the Year, Single of the Year (“The Bones”) and Song of the Year (“The Bones”). Maren now has six CMA Awards, including New Artist of the Year (2016) and Album…… MORE
