Check out the Christmas greetings that some of your favorite country stars shared on social media, including Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Loretta Lynn, Florida Georgia Line, Dolly Parton, Brad Paisley, Kelsea Ballerini, Zac Brown Band, Jason Aldean, Cole Swindell, Scotty McCreery, Darius Rucker, Brett Eldredge, Travis Tritt and many more. Thanks for a wonderful year.……
Grand Ole Opry Announces First New Member of 2019
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Michael Ray and Carly Pearce Announce Engagement
After publicly confirming their romance in July, Michael Ray and Carly Pearce have announced their engagement. Michael got down on one knee and asked Carly to marry him during their vacation in Tulum, Mexico, on Dec. 19. Michael and Carly have both shared messages on social media regarding the happy occasion, which you can read……
Watch Cam “Play It Forward” by Covering Lori McKenna’s “Halfway Home”
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John Rich Helps Raise More Than $187,000 in Scholarships for Gold Star Families
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Ronnie Milsap to Celebrate 76th Birthday With New Tour & Duets Album
Country Music Hall of Fame member Ronnie Milsap will commemorate his 76th birthday in 2019 with a new tour. Kicking off on his birthday on Jan. 16 in Nashville, the new tour—dubbed the 76 for 76 Tour—will make additional stops in St. Louis, Austin, Cincinnati and more. Tickets for the first wave of the 76……
“Women Want to Hear Women With Elaina” Featuring Cam
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Garth Brooks’ Musical Catalog Is Getting the Vinyl Treatment
Audiophiles who have longed for more Garth Brooks’ records are in for a treat in 2019. Garth revealed on his Inside Studio G Facebook series on Dec. 17 that he’ll be releasing more of his music on vinyl in 2019. Currently, only Garth’s first three albums—his 1989 self-titled debut, 1990’s No Fences and 1991’s Ropin’……
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Dylan Scott Gets Busy in Louisiana Hometown in New “Nothing to Do Town” Video [Watch]
After the Top 5 success of previous singles “My Girl” and “Hooked,” Dylan Scott will return to radio airwaves on Jan. 14 with his new single, “Nothing to Do Town.” Co-penned by Dylan, Cole Taylor and Matt Alderman, the new tune looks to be the lead single from Dylan’s upcoming sophomore album. “I’m really excited……
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