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……
Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” Breaks Record for Most Weeks Atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart
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Watch Brett Young Drown His Sorrows in New “Like I Loved You” Video
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.……
Social Media Roundup: Karen Fairchild’s Girl Crush, Reba’s Date, Frankie Ballard’s Big Tip & More
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Billy Currington Tops Billboard’s Country Airplay Chart with 12th Career No. 1 Single
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Watch Florida Georgia Line’s Campy New “Smooth” Video
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Watch Surprise Guest Miranda Lambert Team With Little Big Town to Sing “Goodbye Earl” at the Ryman
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“Modern Family” Star Eric Stonestreet Has Full-Circle Moment With Garth Brooks [Photos]
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Social Media Roundup: Dolly Parton’s Throwback With Cher & Rod Stewart, Luke Bryan’s Birthday, Dierks Bentley’s Plane & More
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Watch Parmalee Perform New Single, “Sunday Morning,” on “Fox & Friends”
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