South Dakota native Kenny Feidler - an artist to watch who’s quietly honed his craft for over a decade while steadily making waves - has released his seventh studio album on Friday, October 17. ‘The Western Tragedy’ is entirely self-written and serves as a culmination of his deep appreciation for the West, the people and places who shaped him and...
On the heels of a recent release, James McCann returned with another new single, “Pick Me Up," which dropped today, Friday, October 17. Produced by Patrick Lyons (Colter Wall, Noeline Hofmann, Leon Majcen), the heartfelt track is steeped in Americana roots, yet infused with rich jazz undertones that lend it a soulful, genre-blurring depth. Listen to “Pick Me Up” here....
The Country Music Association has announced recent promotions and new additions, further enhancing the vital roles across multiple teams and departments. Michael Farris has been promoted to Vice President, Business Strategy and Insights, advancing from his previous role as Senior Director, Business Strategy and Insights. In this elevated position, Farris drives CMA’s strategic growth by leveraging data, technology, and cross-department...
Singer-songwriter Luke Preston has inked a new publishing deal with Big Loud Publishing. “I'm beyond stoked to start working with Big Loud,” shares Preston. “When I got the opportunity to do some writing on the Big Loud Bus a few years back, I felt an immediate kinship with Romie (Adam Romaine), and I'm thrilled to get to work alongside him...
Warner Chappell Music (WCM) Nashville has promoted rising music professional Eric Reid to Jr. Manager, A&R. In his new role, he will focus on identifying and nurturing new talent, pitching songs and creating new opportunities for the publisher’s growing roster. Additionally, he will continue supporting efforts to onboard new songwriters, maintain updated marketing materials and assist with songwriting camps. Reid...
Yesterday, October 19, Tony Brown, June Carter Cash and Kenny Chesney became the 156th, 157th and 158th members of the Country Music Hall of Fame as they were formally inducted during a star-studded Medallion Ceremony in the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum’s CMA Theater. Brown, Cash and Chesney received country music’s highest distinction and were honored with heartfelt...
On Friday, October 17, Colter Wall released another track from his forthcoming album. Solo-written from the perspective of an aging rancher in the onset of dementia, the new release “Back to Me” at its core is a love song. Of the new single Wall shares, “Living takes a toll. ‘Back to Me’ is about that, but mostly it’s about loving...
Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival, produced in partnership with Live Nation, has unveiled the star-studded lineup for its 13th annual beachfront celebration, returning April 10–12, 2026 to the sandy shores of Fort Lauderdale, FL. The powerhouse lineup will feature headliners Post Malone, Riley Green and Florida favorite Kenny Chesney, who has headlined multiple times, including the inaugural festival in...
The Grand Ole Opry is set to mark the 100th anniversary of its November 28, 1925 inaugural broadcast with two all-star Opry member shows. November 28, 2025 marks exactly 100 years since the evening a single fiddle tune performed by Uncle Jimmy Thompson launched a legacy– more than 200 members, over 15,000 broadcasts, countless stars, millions of fans, and one...
18-year-old American Idol finalist Slater Nalley has inked a major label record deal with Warner Music Nashville / Warner Records in partnership with 19 Entertainment, a part of Sony Pictures Television. Nalley is also celebrating the news with the release of his debut single, “Foolish Pride." “I’m incredibly excited to release this special song. I’ve performed it for years, and after its debut on American...
