The Nash Next Challenge is down to its 10 finalists, and in the lead-up to the announcement of the champion on Oct. 25, NCD will be profiling each of the 10 finalists. Today, we are getting to know finalist Brittany Pfantz. In July, Cumulus Media and Big Machine Label Group invited aspiring country artists and……
Vote Now: Who Should Win the CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Award
In the lead-up to the CMA Awards on Nov. 2, Nash Country Daily will be conducting its own election to let you—the readers—decide who should win each of the 12 categories at this year’s show. We’re taking politics out of the equation and letting the popular vote speak for itself. The good news is there……
Tanya Tucker Recovering in Hospital After Suffering Upper Respiratory Infection
Tanya Tucker is recovering in a Nashville hospital after suffering an upper respiratory infection while on her North American Tour. Tanya, who turned 58 on Oct. 10, became ill before a date in South Dakota and was treated by local doctors before heading back to Nashville. As a result, six shows will be postponed (tour……
Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Video: Watch Hillary Scott & the Scott Family Make Their Grand Ole Opry Debut
Over the last year, the three members of Lady Antebellum—Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood—have dedicated some time away from the group to tackle individual projects and spend time with their families. Hillary did both at the same time. Hillary teamed with her father, Lang, mother, Linda Davis and younger sister, Rylee, to create……
Watch Rabble-Rousing Dwight Yoakam Open Up a Can of Whoop-Ass on Comedy Central’s “Drunk History”
Comedy Central’s Drunk History, a liquored-up narration of U.S. history by a comedian while actors lip sync the dialogue, delved into the history of Nashville as they reenacted one of Andrew Jackson’s duels on last night’s episode (Oct. 11). And they brought in the big guns by casting Dwight Yoakam as Jesse Benton, an officer……
Tyler Farr Weds Fiancée Hannah Freeman; Brad Paisley Serenades Couple
Congratulations to Tyler Farr and his new wife, Hannah, who tied the knot on Monday night (Oct. 10) The couple wed in an outside ceremony on a farm in Nolensville, Tenn., in front of more than 200 guests, including Jason Aldean, Lee Brice and Colt Ford, who served as groomsmen—according to People magazine. “I’ve only……
Watch Blake Shelton Give Jimmy Fallon Lessons on Milking a Cow
It’s never a dull moment when Blake Shelton visits his old friend and late-night talk show host Jimmy Fallon. The “Came Here to Forget” singer returned to the Late Show With Jimmy Fallon Monday night (Oct. 10) for a little payback. If you remember, back in May 2016, Blake visited Jimmy and was made to……
Get to Know Nash Next Finalist Todd O’Neill
The Nash Next Challenge is down to its 10 finalists, and in the lead-up to the announcement of the champion on Oct. 25, NCD will be profiling each of the 10 finalists. Today, we are getting to know finalist Todd O’Neill. In July, Cumulus Media and Big Machine Label Group invited aspiring country artists and……
Chris Lane Gets His “Fix” With Very First No. 1 Party
Chris Lane celebrated his first No. 1 single, “Fix,” with a party on Monday night (Oct. 10) at Nashville’s BMI on Music Row. While family and friends noshed on wraps, chips and salsa and cheese platters, Chris and the song’s co-writers, Sarah Buxton, Jesse Frasure and Abe Stoklasa, gathered onstage to thank family and friends……
Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood Reveal Cover Art for New Holiday Album, “Christmas Together”
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood revealed the album art for their new holiday duets record, Christmas Together, on Garth’s weekly Facebook series, Inside Studio G. Christmas Together, the first-ever duets collaboration from the couple, will be released on Nov. 11. In addition to duets, the collection will feature solo performances, as well as special guest……
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