Brad Paisley and wife Kimberly Williams-Paisley have teamed with Belmont University and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee to open The Store—a free grocery store—in Nashville. On April 3, Brad and Kimberly helped break ground on the non-profit project. Brad even got behind the controls of a backhoe to do some digging. “We are……
Nominations Revealed for the 2019 Billboard Music Awards: Dan + Shay Lead Country Artists With 7
The nominees for the 2019 Billboard Music Awards were announced on April 4. Dan + Shay picked up seven nominations, including all-genre nods in the Top Duo/Group category and Chart Achievement. Luke Combs, Florida Georgia Line and Kane Brown earned four nominations, while Jason Aldean and Maren Morris netted three nominations. Kelly Clarkson will host……
Florida Georgia Line Adds New Dates to Las Vegas Residency
Dolly Parton NASCAR Camaro to Debut at Bristol Motor Speedway
Dolly Parton fans, start your engines. Dolly’s likeness will be featured on driver Tyler Reddick’s No. 2 Chevy Camaro at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 6. In addition to Dolly’s image on the hood, the white and pink car features the Dollywood theme park logo on the rear quarter panels, with the DollyParton.com website across……
Chris Stapleton Featured on Pink’s Upcoming Album
Chris Stapleton contributed his vocals to the track “Love Me Anyway” on Pink’s upcoming eighth studio album, Hurts 2B Human, which is slated to drop on April 26. Pink co-penned the tune with Allen Shamblin and Tom Douglas, the songwriting tandem behind Miranda Lambert’s “The House That Built Me.” Pink collaborated with Kenny Chesney in……
Everything You Need to Know About the ACM Awards on April 7, Including Nominees, Performers, Presenters & More
From nominations and notes to performers and presenters, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about the 2019 ACM Awards on Sunday, April 7. Date: Sunday, April 7 Time: 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / delayed PT Location: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas TV Channel: CBS Online Stream: CBS All……
Jake Owen Said He Had a “Few Cocktails” and Verbally Abused Golfer Phil Mickelson at a Wedding
Jake Owen, an avid golfer, was no fan of “The Match,” a $9-million-winner-take-all game of 18 holes between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson in November 2018. Phil won the match, which was televised via pay-per-view. Jake, who was a guest on Barstool Sports’ Fore Play podcast, shared his story of verbally abusing Phil at the……
Luke Combs Tops Luke Combs for Most Weeks at No. 1 on All 5 Billboard Country Charts
For the third week, Luke Combs is simultaneously topping all five of Billboard’s country charts (Hot Country Songs, Country Airplay, Country Streaming Songs, Country Digital Song Sales and Top Country Albums). Luke’s “Beautiful Crazy” is No. 1 on four charts, while his album, This One’s for You, is No. 1 on the Top Country Albums……
Tara Thompson Gets Engaged
Tara Thompson revealed via Instagram that she got engaged to boyfriend Josh Smith on March 31. Tara, who was part of the 2016 CMT Next Women of Country Tour, shared a photo of the engagement from the London Eye observation wheel in London, England. “Comin’ from a girl that said she would NEVER get married…My……
Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban & Old Dominion Added as Performers at ACM Awards + Presenters Announced
The Academy of Country Music announced the additions of Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban and Old Dominion as performers for the ACM Awards on April 7. Previously announced performers include Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Brothers Osborne, Kane Brown, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Kelly Clarkson, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia……
More from Magic 97.9
Toto with Christopher Cross – August 28th!
Toto with Christopher Cross is coming to the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater on August 208th! For tickets and more information visit: https://www.fordidahocenter.com/events/detail/totocc
Beltane Fantasy Festival – May 10th, 2025
For More Information visit: https://expoidaho.com/event/beltane-fantasy-festival-5/ The Beltane Fantasy Festival presented by the Idaho Renaissance Faire is an annual family event held at Expo Idaho’s Carnival Grass Fields (near Hawks Stadium side) at 5610 Glenwood Street in Boise, Idaho. Beltane is a Scottish folklore celebration of Spring with faeries, elves and fantastical sights. Similar to a…
Regina Spektor on July 31st
Regina Spektor is at the Revolution Concert House on July 31st! Tickets go on sale April 4th! To learn more visit: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E00627CEC4E4DA0
Weird Al – August 9th, 2025
Weird Al will be at the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater on August 9th, 2025! For tickets and more information visit: https://www.fordidahocenter.com/events/detail/weirdal25
Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms 2025
The Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms with Spin Doctors are coming to the Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater August 26th! To learn more visit: https://www.fordidahocenter.com/events/detail/bluesgin25
Earth, Wind & Fire
Earth, wind & Fire is at the Idaho Botanical Garden on June 17th! To purchase tickets or to learn more visit: https://www.idahobotanicalgarden.org/event/earth-wind-fire/
Chicago at Outlaw Field
August 27th, 2025 For More Information Click Here!
Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour
Post Malone with Jelly Roll June 24th at Albertons Stadium! Click here for more information and to buy tickets!
