Today, Backline launches B-LINE, a 24/7 mental health and crisis support line created exclusively for the music industry. B-LINE connects music professionals and their families with trained counselors who understand the unique pressures of working in and around music—anytime, day or night. Support is available by calling 1-855-BLINE99 or texting 254-639. This first-of-its-kind service fulfills a vision Backline has held...
GRAMMY-nominated songwriter turned artist EvanJoseph has released his new single, “Forever Home,” this Friday, January 30. While the song may seem like an easy listen, it holds deep emotional weight for the Texas native and stands as one of his most meaningful releases to date. Close my eyes and pray that I see those gates With angels right behind you I know...
Big Loud Records has announced the appointment of Jamie Younger as Vice President of Marketing, further strengthening the label's executive leadership as it continues to break new artists, dominate the charts and expand its impact across country music and beyond. In her new role, Younger will oversee marketing strategy and execution for select artists on Big LoudRecords' incredible roster, leading...
Prominent rising star Hudson Westbrook is the latest artist to grace the stage at Common Country in New York City. The crowd celebrated his new EP, Exclusive, with a 60-minute set featuring some of his biggest hits as well as songs from the new project. Located at 344 3rd Ave, Common Country leads the evolution of country nightlife in New...
The Grand Ole Opry is offering Tennessee residents $10 tickets for this weekend's shows (January 30 and January 31). There is a maximum of eight $10 tickets per transaction, and the billing zip code must be in Tennessee to redeem this pricing. Tickets are available for purchase online at opry.com.
“'Working & Drinking' is a song for the working man. It’s about long days, longer nights, and the year of my life I spent chasing a paycheck and the bottom of a glass. It’s about the way you tell yourself you’re doing fine while everything you care about is waiting on you. There’s no lesson, just an honest look at...
Sony Music Publishing (SMP) Nashville and Domain Capital Group have partnered to acquire Miranda Lambert's catalog. The deal encompasses her complete back catalog of songs. Alongside this news, Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain have signed a go-forward publishing deal with Lambert covering future works, extending Sony Music Publishing's longstanding partnership with the artist, which originally began in 2003. A...
On Thursday, January 22, ERNEST kicked off his Live From The South Tour in Jackson Hole, WY at the iconic Million Dollar Cowboy Bar before stopping in Salt Lake City, UT and Reno, NV over the weekend. The Live From The South Tour is set to hit Boston, New York, Houston and more before wrapping in April. The singer-songwriter has...
Announced today, soul-country singer-songwriter Alex Lamberthas joined buzzed-about imprint Big Loud Texas. Lambert's first offering is one of intent and identity with “Shoot Me Down,” out now. “It's literally been a perfect fit signing with Big Loud Texas,” shares Alex. “With Miranda Lambert and Jon Randall leading the Texas imprint, it makes for a true artist-first team. It's been an...
On February 24, the Grand Ole Opry will once again bring legendary performers, A-list artists, and the stars of tomorrow to its stage as it honors Ronnie Milsap’s 50thOpry anniversary and welcomes a new wave of talent as the Opry NextStage class of 2026. Performers that night include Opry members Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Trace Adkins, Mark Wills, and more....
