Randy Travis’ new book, Forever and Ever, Amen: A Memoir of Music, Faith, and Braving the Storms of Life, was recognized by AudioFile with their Earphones Award, which is given out monthly to “titles that excel in narrative voice and style, characterizations, suitability to audio, and enhancement of the text.” Randy’s new book was narrated…… MORE
Lady Antebellum headlined Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series in Central Park on July 26. In addition to performing crowd-favorites such as “Bartender” and “Need You Now,” Lady A treated fans to a rendition of their current single, “What If I Never Get Over You.” The new tune, which was helmed by longtime producer Dann…… MORE
Trisha Yearwood released a new track, “Workin’ on Whiskey,” from her upcoming album, Every Girl, which is set to drop on Aug. 30. Penned by Jessica Mitchell, Dave Thomson and Patricia Conroy, “Workin’ on Whiskey” features harmony vocals by Kelly Clarkson. The upcoming album’s lead single, “Every Girl in This Town,” is currently No. 36…… MORE
A gunman opened fire at the Gilroy Garlic Festival in Gilroy, Calif., on July 28, killing three people, including a six-year-old boy, and injuring 15 people. Gilroy police engaged and killed the gunman, who was carrying an assault-style rifle, within minutes of the shooting. Authorities say a search is underway for a possible second suspect.…… MORE
![The Highwomen Drop Second Track, “Crowded Table” [Listen]](https://cdn.socast.io/6616/sites/951/2019/07/26104925/Highwomen.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
The Highwomen—Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires, Maren Morris and Natalie Hemby—have shared the second track, “Crowded Table,” from their upcoming self-titled album (Sept. 6). “Crowded Table,” which was penned by Natalie, Brandi and Lori McKenna, follows last week’s release of lead single, “Redesigning Women.” On their upcoming debut album that was produced by Dave Cobb, The…… MORE
After canceling two shows in Canada on July 19 and 20, Alabama has canceled their upcoming shows in Columbus, Ga., on July 26 and Bristol, Tenn., on July 27 as frontman Randy Owen continues to deal with vertigo and migraines. Alabama’s management company, Conway Entertainment Group, released a statement on behalf of the Hall of…… MORE
![Luke Combs Shares Unreleased Track, “Every Little Bit Helps” [Listen]](https://cdn.socast.io/6616/sites/951/2019/07/26085458/Luke-Combs-TA.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Luke Combs is on an unbelievable hot streak right now. The North Carolina native is the first country artist in history whose first five singles have reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. His sixth single, “Beer Never Broke My Heart,” is currently No. 2 on the chart after only 11 weeks. In…… MORE
![Zac Brown Band Announces New Album, “The Owl,” & Releases New Single, “Leaving Love Behind” [Listen]](https://cdn.socast.io/6616/sites/951/2019/07/26075418/Zac-Brown-Band-CH.jpg#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
The field mouse is fast, but the owl sees at night. Zac Brown Band announced they will release their sixth studio album, The Owl, on Sept. 20. According to a press release, “The Owl will feature intricate melodies and dynamic vocal arrangements that Zac Brown Band has long been known for, as well as explore…… MORE
If you weren’t lucky enough to be one of the 80,000-plus fans who descend on Nashville during each day of CMA Fest this year, Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini have you covered. Kelsea and TR will once again co-host an upcoming three-hour television special on ABC that features 2019 CMA Fest performances from more than…… MORE
Midland—the trio comprised of Mark Wystrach, Cameron Duddy and Jess Carson—stopped by The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on July 24 to perform their new single, “Mr. Lonely.” Penned by the trio with Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne, “Mr. Lonely” is the lead single from Midland’s upcoming sophomore album, Let It Roll, which drops on…… MORE
