• Martina McBride Gets 'Reckless' in Returning New Single; Talks Upcoming Album

    Martina McBride is gearing up to make a major comeback in mainstream country music! On Friday (Feb. 26) she returned with a new single called "Reckless," marking her first radio single since dropping 2012's "Marry Me" with Pat Monahan. In a recent interview with 'Billboard,' McBride breaks down the meaning of the song title and opens up about her upcoming album.

  • Grand Ole Opry House Added to National Register of Historic Places, Joining Ryman Auditorium

    The current home of the Grand Ole Opry franchise has been added to the National Register of Historic Place. It might come as a shock to country music fans that the Grand Ole Opry is juts now being added to the Register but relax: This is actually the sixth home that the foundation has had in its nearly 90-year run in Nashville, and the Opry House has served as the host longer than most, having now operated for 41 years.

  • Kelly Clarkson, Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire Raise Charity Money with Christmas Concert

    Former "American Idol" champion Kelly Clarkson organized a concert recently in order to raise money for various charities. Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood all jumped at the opportunity to raise funds with their talents. The Miracle on Broadway concert occurred Saturday, Dec. 20, in Nashville with Meghan Trainor, Brooks & Dunn and Martina McBride. It raised $200,000 before Brooks and Yearwood matched that total, bringing the sum to $400,000, the "Tennessean" reports. "I figured if I got [McEntire], everyone would have to say yes," Clarkson said about her mother-in-law. "I've never asked an artist to do anything other than sing with me, which a lot of people say no and it hurts my feelings, which is OK." Kacey Musgraves and Paramore's Hayley Williams were also on hand. Dolly Parton had a scheduling conflict, but she promised to be there next year.

  • David Bowie, Bing Crosby, Jimmy Fallon, The Pogues: 8 Best Holiday Duets [LISTEN]

    Duets are special. They tend to carve out little moments in time when two artists link up and compliment their talents to the delight of listeners. There are tons of holiday duets out there, but we decided to put a list together of some classic, some silly and some forgotten team efforts. Bing Crosby, David Bowie, Jimmy Fallon and The Pogues all made the cut.

  • Carrie Underwood, Bono To Appear On Michael W. Smith Christmas Album [WATCH]

    Christian pop singer Michael W. Smith will be releasing a Christmas album on Sept. 30, titled Michael W. Smith & Friends: The Spirit of Christmas. The album will feature guest appearances by a number of prominent country stars, including Carrie Underwood, Lady Antebellum, and Martina McBride, as well as Michael McDonald and Bono. Smith announced the album with a brief teaser video, which you can watch below.

  • 44 Charitybuzz Auctions You Don't Want to Miss: Swag & Concert Tickets from Keith Urban, Taylor Swift and More

    Charitybuzz online auctions bring together some of the world's most acclaimed celebrities, inspiring luminaries and top brands to give you unforgettable access to your passions. Winning a dream come true experience is only made better by the fact that every winning bid supports an incredible cause. This month, look for auctions for great stuff from artists like Brothers Osborne, Eric Church and more.

  • The Grand Opening of the Birthplace of Country Music Museum

    The Bristol Sessions started out with a simple ad in the Bristol Herald Courier newspaper for singers. By the end of the 12 days of sessions, 19 artists had recorded 76 songs and true country music was commercially born. (Thus the "birthplace" moniker.)

  • Join Team Martina to Help Kids

    Earlier this year, Martina McBride paid a personal visit to Covenant House International in Guatemala and it impacted her so much that she decided to do something. She and her charitable organization, Team Martina, started a fundraising campaign called "Everlasting Music For Kids" on Crowdrise.

  • All My Friends: Celebrating the Songs & Voice of Gregg Allman

    Gregg Allman is known as one of music’s most iconic stars and on Sunday, May 11th, AXS TV will help celebrate his music by airing All My Friends: Celebrating the Songs & Voice of Gregg Allman with some of today's biggest stars performing some of the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s biggest tunes.

  • Cook Dinner Like a Country Star

    Being country music royalty doesn't mean that you don't know your way around the kitchen! Many of the hottest country stars of our time love to spend cooking for their friends and family when they're not on the road.

  • Martina McBride Gets to "See You in the Funny Papers"

    The comic Nancy was created by Ernie Bushmiller in the 1930s. Since 1995, the strip has been drawn and written in his classic style by Guy and Brad Gilchrist. Nancy is famed for its gentle humor and surrealistic sight gags. Nancy's childlike innocence never wavers. She remains a devoted friend to her pal Sluggo, and can be, depending on the situation, a conceited prima donna or a fun-loving, cute and cheeky little girl. And as luck would have it, she also has a love of country music.
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