2018-03-07 16:20
Jordan Walker and Johnny McGuireI’m one of those people who’ll always be a fan of country music, no matter what. While some people will always find a reason to say, ‘It&rsq&hell…Read More
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2018-02-26 11:13
Pictured (L-R): Back Row – BMLG Records SVP Promotion Matthew Hargis, BMLG Records National Director of Promotion Michelle Kammerer, BMLG CMO Mike Rittberg, Rogue Management’s J… Read More
2018-02-26 10:03
Kacey Musgraves presents her fourth album Golden Hour to be released on March 30th via MCA Nashville. The multiple Grammy-winning artist co-wrote and co-produced the alb… Read More
2018-02-26 09:01
When singer/songwriter Caitlyn Smith, cut her teeth in the clubs of Minnesota’s Twin Cities she never thought she would be explaining her long journey to her career as an artist… Read More
2018-02-26 08:01
With a brand new album about to be released and the natural nerves that come along with the anticipation and excitement of such a moment, one sure way to settle yourself is to pick up anoth… Read More
2018-02-26 04:01
Fast Company has announced its annual ranking of the Most Innovative Companies for 2018, honoring leading enterprises and rising newcomers that exemplify the best in business… Read More
2018-02-26 03:01
Sam Hunt is thrilled to hit the road with Luke Bryan for the stadium dates on his What Makes You Country Tour, launching May 31st in Toronto. The pair have played some dates together, inclu… Read More
2018-02-26 01:00
The King of Country George Strait will play two final shows in 2018 on December 7-8 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas with special guests Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen. Tickets go on sale i… Read More
2018-02-15 06:00
Carrie Underwood will not only be heard during the 2018 Winter Olympics with her inspiring song, “The Champion,” but she will also be tuning in to several of the competitions ro… Read More
2018-02-15 05:00
L-R: Sophie Hopkins, Heather Klein
Big Yellow Dog Music has hired Sophie Hopkins as Creative Manager and Heather Klein as Creative Coordinator for its Film/TV Sync Department.
“I am s… Read More
2018-02-14 23:50
Today, I’m With Her, the band of Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, and Aoife O’Donovan, release the video for their single “Game To Lose” watch below. Directed by Gen&eacut&hell…Read More
2018-02-14 23:31
Kip Moore celebrated his 4th career No. One yesterday (2/13) for his “rousing” (UpRoxx) single “More Girls Like You,” joined by friends at Analog at The Hutton… Read More
2018-02-13 23:44
Pictured (L-R): Big Machine Label Group’s Scott Borchetta, BMI’s David Preston, Jesse Lee, Ole’sJohn Ozier, Brett Young, ASCAP’s Michael Martin, BMLG Records’ J… Read More
2018-02-13 19:14
Johnny Cash © Sony MusicAlbum Features New Performances By Chris Cornell, Ruston Kelly & Kacey Musgraves, Rosanne Cash, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Kris Kristofferson & W… Read More
2018-02-13 18:55
Justin Moore live on stage. Photo Credit Cody Villalobos SalisburyJustin Moore (The Valory Music Co.) has set his first-ever headline date at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN f… Read More
2018-02-13 18:30
Cover Art Courtesy of Big Machine Records
Available Now at Digital Retailers
Trent Harmon released his stirring new single “You Got ‘Em All” (Big Machine Records) last Fri… Read More
2018-02-13 18:00
Following his back-to-back, multi-week No. 1 hits “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To” and “Do I Make You Wanna,” Billy Currington announces his 2018 tour beginning… Read More
2018-02-13 17:00
Andy Albert, Kelly Archer, Marc Beeson, and Tony Esterly were among the first songwriters to sign on when Downtown Music Publishing opened their Nashville office in 2014. Since they began wo… Read More
2018-02-13 16:30
Big Yellow Dog Music has hired Jacee Badeaux as Creative Director. In this role, he will assist the creative services team responsible for writer management and song plugging.
In 2011, Badea… Read More
2018-02-13 15:57
Honor 30 Plus Years of Brewing in the Lonestar State
Josh Abbott Band and Bud Light announce today a new campaign aimed at going big in Texas in 2018 with multi-faceted programming ac… Read More
2018-02-13 15:30
Pictured L-R: The Valory Music Co.’s Chris Palmer, SiriusXM’s J.R. Schumann, Tyler Rich and SiriusXM’s Buzz Brainard Courtesy of The Valory Music Co.Like many Country artis… Read More
2018-02-13 14:56
Tune In Alert
SHOW: LIVE with Kelly and Ryan
DATE: Thursday, February 15
TIME: 9:00A (local time in most markets)
CHANNEL: Syndicated (check local listings)
Carly then Je… Read More
2018-02-13 11:43
Lady Antebellum broke down their current hit, ‘Heart Break,’ into a breathtaking piano acoustic version. Check out the video below.
The members of Lady A will team with pal Dari… Read More
2018-02-13 09:41
Pepsi MidAmerica and Capitol Records Nashville’s platinum-selling country star Jon Pardi have joined forces to send two lucky fans to Las Vegas, N.V. for a VIP experience with Pardi a… Read More
2018-02-13 08:38
Kacey Musgraves will be featured on the new Johnny Cash project, Forever Words, a collection of unknown poetry and unfinished lyrics from the Man in Black. The album was produced by John Ca… Read More
2018-02-08 16:46
First Season Of The Customized Collection Available at National Retailers IncludingBuckle, Von Maur and Dillard’s This Month
Dierks Bentley has partnered with Flag & Anthe… Read More
2018-02-07 02:15
Before his untimely and tragic death in a 1964 plane crash, Jim Reeves, thanks to one of the smoothest voices ever, had become one of the biggest names in music. As a presenter on the legen… Read More
2018-02-03 14:45
Kenny Chesney | Photo Credit: Allister AnnIt’s said nobody does stadium shows like Kenny Chesney! With an armful of No. 1s, a high-energy band and the energy to throw his songs to the… Read More
2018-02-03 13:59
Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery celebrates the release of the award-winning duo’s ninth studio album, ”Here’s To You,” with a return to the stage of the G… Read More
2018-02-03 03:31
There’s no doubt that 2017 has been a whirlwind year for folk-Americana group The Wandering Hearts. Having released their first EP Burning Bridges in November, and with a string of hi… Read More
2018-02-03 02:52
Songwriter and performer Don McLean is set to release his new album Botanical Gardens on March 23rd 2018 via BMG.
Pre-order and listen now, US – donmclean.lnk.to/BotanicalGa… Read More
2018-02-03 00:21
Olivia showing some of the virtuso skills that are winning her so many fans (photo credit Annella Bulch)Happy New Year everybody, and welcome to the first installment of my country music dia… Read More
2018-02-02 22:28
“Modern Lore is the strongest album of Lage’s career so far, and the first that fully captures his trademark melding of fleet precision, open-road possib… Read More
2018-01-30 10:00
UP TV, the entertainment destination that celebrates families and the relationships that define them, will premiere a new docuseries – Morgan Family Strong – cente… Read More
2018-01-29 22:23
Chris Stapleton“Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show” will hit the road again in 2018 including newly confirmed shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden, Los Ang… Read More
2018-01-29 21:51
Lindsay Ell visits, sings for patients at LLU Children’s HospitalLoma Linda University Children’s Hospital (LLUCH) patients were treated to an afternoon of live country music wit… Read More
2018-01-23 22:36
Luke Bryan (C) Jim WrightStarting out strong in 2018, Luke Bryan has just announced more dates on his “What Makes You Country Tour” now running through the fall. Fans… Read More
2018-01-22 23:49
Luke BryanLuke Bryan wrapped the fourth annual SOLD-OUT four-night concert event, Crash My Playa, in Riviera Maya, Mexico on Saturday night. The concert destination weekend featured two head… Read More
KIP MOORE PREMIERES EVOCATIVE NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “LAST SHOT” EXCLUSIVELY WITH ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT
2018-01-22 23:42
Kip MooreKip Moore is striking a chord today, premiering his powerful music video for his new single “Last Shot,” exclusively with Entertainment Tonight, available to watch… Read More
2018-01-22 22:53
Dierks BentleyAfter revealing details behind his ninth studio album THE MOUNTAIN (Capitol Records Nashville) and releasing the lead single “Woman, Amen” last week, awar… Read More
2018-01-22 09:00
Kristian Bush has announced the launch of his new podcast, Geeking Out! With Kristian Bush, debuting tomorrow, January 23. In each episode, Kristian will sit down with a guest to talk about… Read More
2018-01-17 23:15
Dierks BentleyDierks Bentley found himself instantly intrigued with the idea of “Woman, Amen” when it was thrown out during a Fall co-write with songwriters Josh Kear and Ross Co… Read More
2018-01-10 23:35
For Dierks Bentley, there was something entirely captivating about performing this past summer at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Surrounded by his musical heroes, deep in the box canyon o… Read More
2018-01-01 19:23
The acclaimed folk trio returns with their first new album in six years.
One of today’s most respected folk groups, The Wailin’ Jennys are releasing their first new recording in… Read More
2017-12-20 08:15
John Molloy and Sabrina Fallon celebrating their Christmas country #1That there’s no better preparation for success than failure is an oft’ repeated phrase, and with good reason:… Read More
2017-12-13 18:08
Old Dominion – HEM COUNTRY C2C News
OLD DOMINION ADDED TO C2C LINE-UP
Country to Country is thrilled to announce that Old Dominion will join the line-up and perform at The O2 in Lond… Read More
2017-12-13 09:01
Dominic Kirwan – HEM COUNTRYBefore I ever had the pleasure of actually meeting Dominic Kirwan in person, I always imagined that his stage presence probably reflected his off-stage pers… Read More
2017-12-08 02:00
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2017-12-06 05:00
Barry Kirwan – HEM COUNTRYHow many days left until Christmas? Everybody seems to have a countdown going at this stage. And if you’re anything like me, the ever-decreasing number… Read More
2017-12-02 13:10
Lindsey Ell – Photo cred Vincent PellyCritically-lauded multi-instrumentalist Lindsay Ell performed at America Salutes You and Wall Street Rocks Presents: Guitar Legends for Heroes Wed… Read More
2017-12-02 11:00
Hope In High Water – Credit Imelda MichalczykSay hello to Hope In High Water, they are a folk/Americana duo hailing from Milton Keynes, who since the release of their debut album &lsqu&hell…Read More
2017-12-02 10:00
The ever stylish Hunter HayesAlways looking for ways to help others through the power of music, Hunter Hayes officially launches “The Rescue Collection” today on Zappos.com. The… Read More
2017-12-02 09:00
Michael Ray Performs to a Sold-out crowd at House of Blues Orland last SaturdayCountry music star Michael Ray is wrapping up 2017 on a high note! With just four dates left on his Get To You… Read More
2017-12-02 08:00
Randy Travis – Madame TussaurdsMadame Tussauds Nashville Unveils Life-Like Wax Figure Honoring Randy Travis
The world-renowned wax attraction that opened its Nashville location in Apri… Read More
2017-11-29 06:19
Brett Kissel Live
Canadian Country Artist, Brett Kissel, Garners Stateside Attention with “We Were That Song”
With his new album, ‘We Were That Song,’ set for release… Read More
2017-11-29 04:53
Danielle Bradbery – Credit Cameron PowellDANIELLE BRADBERY HITS TODAY SHOW DECEMBER 1 TO CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF HER SOPHOMORE ALBUM I DON’T BELIEVE WE’VE MET
Danielle Bra… Read More
2017-11-29 04:18
Country Star’s Lead Single “Get To You” Off Forthcoming Sophomore Album Tallies Over Eight Million On-Demand Streams Before Breaking Top 30
Ray’s charity i… Read More
2017-11-28 01:09
Adkins to Appear on “Megyn Kelly Today” on Tuesday, Nov. 28
New York, NY – In his 25-year career as an entertainer, Trace Adkins has sold more than 11 million albums, chart… Read More
2017-11-26 22:16
Kip Moore has released his new single, “Last Shot,” which he co-wrote with the legendary David Lee Murphy and Dan Couch (who co-wrote Kip’s first No. 1 “Somethin&rsqu&hell…Read More
2017-11-26 21:45
Reba Country ChristmasDON’T MISS COUNTRY MUSIC’S BIGGEST STARS CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAYS ON “CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS,” AIRING MONDAY, NOV. 27 ON ABC
Luke Bryan, Alan Jac… Read More
2017-11-23 09:18
Megan ONeill Interview HEM COUNTRYHow best to describe Megan O’ Neill? Well, if you haven’t heard of Megan yet, the very first thing you need to do – maybe even before you… Read More
2017-11-03 08:38
Simon CaseySometimes, when an artist brings out a new album, you’ll hear them refer to it as the album that they ‘always wanted to make.’ And sometimes, they’ll actua… Read More
2017-01-27 08:09
Country music star Nathan Carter has already reached the lofty and elevated heights of the kind fame where people invariably know his name reg… Read More
2017-01-27 01:56
Hello Everybody,
Welcome back to my country music diary here at HEM Country for the very first update of a brand new year! I really hope you a… Read More
2017-01-25 00:52
Luke Bryan announced this morning he will kick-off a brand new “Huntin’, Fishin’, And Lovin’ Every Day Tour” thi… Read More
2017-01-24 23:53
With over 11 million in album sales, three Grammy nominations, and dozens of major motion pictures and television credits to his name, Trace A… Read More
2017-01-24 23:13
Cole Swindell Surprised With Plaque for RIAA GOLD-CERTIFIED Single for “Middle of a Memory”
Before he was to play in front of… Read More
2017-01-24 22:26
LUKE BRYAN TO SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AT SUPER BOWL LI ON FOX
Country music superstar LUKE BRYAN will sing the National Anthem as… Read More
2017-01-24 22:05
Massive congratulations to the legend Crystal Gayle who was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry® on Sunday at the Ryman Auditorium by her sis… Read More
2017-01-24 17:07
We’re lucky to receive loads of new country music from around the world, however, that can present a problem, who do we write about… Read More
2017-01-19 14:42
Courtney Marie Andrews took time our her busy schedule to talk about hedgehogs, intuition and ‘Car Wheels on a Gravel Road’… Read More
2017-01-18 23:52
ERIC CHURCH OPENING NIGHT = 37 SONG SETLIST HOLDIN’ MY OWN TOUR OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY
With a few strums on his weathered Gibson… Read More
2017-01-18 23:25
Cole Swindell kicks off a new year with the release of his new single “Flatliner” featuring his mentor/good friend and 2017 tour m… Read More
2017-01-18 23:05
The GRAMMY Nominee Joins US Megaticket, Returns to Europe & Sets Plans for First Headlining Canadian Trek.
One of the most antic… Read More
2017-01-18 22:52
THE GIBSON BROTHERS ANNOUNCE BRAND NEW ALBUM “IN THE GROUND” DUE FOR RELEASE 17TH FEBRUARY 2017
“In The Ground”is… Read More
2017-01-18 22:07
CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, Carrie Underwood, claims the 25th #1 single of her career with “Dirty Laundry.” As country r… Read More
2017-01-18 21:45
Kretschmar® Premium Deli Meats & Cheeses is once again delivering legendary country music experiences to consumers with the Kretschmar… Read More
2017-01-18 21:33
JASON ALDEAN RETURNS TO THE ROAD WITH HIS THEY DON’T KNOW TOUR LAUNCHING IN TOLEDO, OH, ON APR. 27
Special Guests Chris Young, Kane… Read More
2017-01-18 21:26
Watch the new video from Dierks Bentley Read More
2017-01-13 14:15
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2017-01-12 14:41
Lisa McHugh kicks off 2017 with her brand new single ‘Play Me the Waltz of the Angels’, from her Top 10 album #Country. Part of a… Read More
2017-01-12 14:37
Eric Church wastes no time bringing music to his fans in 2017 as he embarks on his Holdin’ My Own Tour this weekend. The tour will kick… Read More
2017-01-10 00:49
Americana continues it’s rise in the UK and becoming a must visit location for an international artist and January see’s the… Read More
2017-01-10 00:16
Voted Ireland’s Best Country Dance Band at the ICMA’s, Michael English has a tradition of bringing us floor filing jiving songs an… Read More
2017-01-09 23:27
Mrs. Ruth Jackson – known to her family, friends and country music fans the world over simply as “Mama Ruth” – died Sa… Read More
2017-01-09 23:02
Musical forerunner and genre-fusing artist, Demun Jones, known for his unique blend of country and hip-hop sounds and eccentric stage presence… Read More
2017-01-09 22:40
With 16 career No. One’s to their name, superstar vocal group Rascal Flatts are continuing their reputation for infectious anthems, with… Read More
2017-01-09 19:47
Just having come through his busiest and most successful year to date, Derek Ryan opens 2017 with a brand new single. ‘Sixty Years Ago&r… Read More
2017-01-06 14:10
Listen to the new single above, click here for other ways to buy and listen.
27-time Grammy Award winner Alison Krauss returns with a brand ne… Read More
2017-01-06 12:01
To celebrate the release of the single Outta Style from the forthcoming coming album Vaquero we are giving you the chance to win copies of Aar… Read More
2017-01-06 07:30
Southern Halo have made their latest single ‘Living Like That’ available to stream on Soundcloud.
The third single from their sel… Read More
2017-01-06 02:07
DAILEY & VINCENT INVITED TO JOIN GRAND OLE OPRY WITH THE FORMAL OPRY INDUCTION SET FOR MARCH 11.
Three-time IBMA Entertainers of the… Read More
2017-01-06 01:55
Shelton-Inspired Brand to be Anchored by Ole Red Nashville, An Entertainment Venue on Lower Broadway
Ole Red Tishomingo Planned f… Read More
2016-12-23 16:04
At the holiday season, our thoughts turn to those who have made our progress possible.
It is in this spirit we would like to say thank you and… Read More
2016-12-15 20:46
When she agreed to open for Boyzone on their BZ20 tour at the close of 2013, Texan singer Jess Clemmons didn’t realise she was about to… Read More
2016-12-15 17:40
Carly Dow’s music will leave you charmed and haunted. Her wildcrafted soul-folk blends inspiration from wordsmiths Gillian Welch and Am… Read More
2016-12-15 17:09
With Holding Patterns, Amanda Rheaume returns to the personal like never before.
Produced by Ottawa singer-songwriter Jim Bryson, the album&rs… Read More
2016-12-13 00:16
Randy Houser Tapped for Major Country Music Festivals in 2017
A lifelong road warrior widely acclaimed for his powerful “cannon of… Read More
2016-12-13 00:02
Massive congratulations to Old Dominion who have notched up a 2nd No. 1, “Song From Another Time“
Old Dominion are still getting u… Read More
2016-12-12 23:43
Moonshine Bandits Announce New Album, “Baptized In Bourbon,” Featuring Uncle Kracker, David Allan Coe, Colt Ford, Jelly Roll &… Read More
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