Country Music News You Can’t Miss
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Get the latest news on your favorite country music artists.
The Latest Album Releases
It’s a great time to be a country music fan! A whole host of talented artists have released new albums in the past few months, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy. In this article, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best new releases in country music. So sit back, relax, and enjoy some of the latest and greatest music from the world of country!
Luke Combs Drops New Album
Luke Combs is back with his new album, What You See Ain’t Always What You Get. The album features 12 tracks, including Combs’ hit single “Beautiful Crazy,” and is available now.
Fans can expect to hear more of Combs’ signature country sound on the new album, which was co-produced by Combs and Scott Moffatt. “This album is a little more personal and introspective than the first one,” Combs said in a statement. “It’s about what I’ve been through over the past couple of years and how that’s shaped me as a man.”
What You See Ain’t Always What You Get is Combs’ second studio album and follow-up to his 2017 debut, This One’s for You.
Keith Urban Releases New Single
Keith Urban has released a new single, “We Were,” from his forthcoming album, “The Speed of Now Part 1.” The song was co-written by Urban and produced by Dann Huff.
“We Were” is a sentimental ballad about a past relationship. The lyrics reflect on a young love that didn’t quite work out, but still holds a special place in the singer’s heart.
“Remember when / We were untouchable / We were untouchable / We were untouchable / Now we’re not together / But I’m not giving up / On what we were,” Urban sings in the chorus.
This is the second single from “The Speed of Now Part 1,” following “God Whispered Your Name.” The album will be released on September 18th.
The Biggest Tours of the Year
It’s hard to believe that another year has flown by, but here we are- on the cusp of a new one. And what better way to ring in 2020 than with a list of the biggest country music tours that are coming our way in the new year? From superstars like Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan to up-and-comers like Mitchell Tenpenny and Jordan Davis, there’s a tour for everyone. So get your tickets now and get ready for a year of great country music.
Florida Georgia Line Announces Tour Dates
Florida Georgia Line has announced a slew of stadium dates for their “Can’t Say I Ain’t Country” tour, which is set to kick off on June 8th in Albany, NY. The duo will be joined by special guests Dan + Shay, Morgan Wallen, and Canaan Smith on select dates.
The tour will make stops at some of the biggest stadiums in the country including Cowboy’s Stadium in Arlington, TX (June 29th), Ford Field in Detroit, MI (July 13th), and Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA (August 10th).
This will be Florida Georgia Line’s first stadium tour and is sure to be one of the biggest country music tours of the year. For a full list of dates and tickets, visit their website.
Blake Shelton Announces Tour Dates
Blake Shelton is gearing up for a big year – and he’s taking fans along for the ride. The country music superstar has announced his highly anticipated dates for his 2019 Friends and Heroes Tour, which will kick off on Feb. 14 in Oklahoma City, Okla.
The 27-date trek will feature Shelton performing alongside some of his closest friends and heroes in country music, including Lauren Alaina, John Anderson, RaeLynn, The Bellamy Brothers, Tracy Lawrence and Trace Adkins. The tour will make stops in cities across the U.S., including Nashville, Los Angeles, Boston and Salt Lake City, before wrapping up on March 30 in Uncasville, Conn.
Tickets for Shelton’s Friends and Heroes Tour will go on sale on Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. local time. For more information about the tour or to purchase tickets, visit BlakeShelton.com.
The CMA Awards
The Country Music Association Awards, also known as the CMA Awards, is an annual awards show that was first held in 1967. The awards are given to honor the best in country music. The show is always held in Nashville, Tennessee and is one of the most prestigious awards shows in the music industry.
nominees
This year’s CMA Awards are sure to be a show for country music fans to remember. With a star-studded lineup of nominees, this year’s awards promise to be a night of some amazing performances. Here is a list of the nominees in some of the top categories.
-Entertainer of the Year: Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban
-Album of the Year: “Golden Hour” by Kacey Musgraves, “Graffiti U” by Keith Urban “Life Changes” by Thomas Rhett, “From A Room: Volume 2” by Chris Stapleton
-Female Vocalist of the Year: Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Carrie Underwood
-Male Vocalist of the Year: Dierks Bentley, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett
-Vocal Duo of the Year: Brothers Osborne, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line
-Vocal Group of the Year: Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Midland, Old Dominion
-New Artist of the Year: Brett Young, Carly Pearce, Luke Combs
This is only a small sampling of all of the great talent that is nominated for this year’s CMA Awards. Be sure to tune in on November 14th to see who takes home the coveted award in each category.
performers
The 2019 CMA Awards are set to air live from Nashville on Wednesday, November 13, and we can’t wait to see all of our favorite country artists take the stage. While we don’t yet know who will be taking home the evening’s biggest honors, we do know which superstars will be performing.
So far, the lineup includes some of country music’s biggest names, like Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Brooks & Dunn, and more. In addition to performances from your favorite artists, the show will also feature appearances from some of Hollywood’s hottest stars, like Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Billy Crystal.
So whether you’re a country music fan or just a fan of good music, make sure you tune in to the 2019 CMA Awards. It’s sure to be a night you won’t want to miss!
The ACM Awards
The 54th edition of the Academy of Country Music Awards are scheduled to take place in Las Vegas on April 7th, 2019. This is one of the most important nights in Country music where the biggest stars in the genre come together to celebrate the previous year’s successes. This year’s awards are sure to be full of excitement, so make sure you don’t miss it!
nominees
The Academy of Country Music Awards is one of the biggest nights in country music. The awards are given out to honor the best and brightest in the industry, and the nominees are always hotly anticipated.
This year, the nominees for ACM Entertainer of the Year are Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Florida Georgia Line, and Luke Bryan. This is one of the most prestigious awards given out by the ACM, and it’s sure to be a close race.
The nominees for Album of the Year are Miranda Lambert’s ‘The Weight of These Wings’, Chris Stapleton’s ‘From A Room: Volume 1’, Keith Urban’s ‘Ripcord’, Little Big Town’s ‘The Breaker’, and Thomas Rhett’s ‘Life Changes’. All of these albums are deserving of the award, but it will be interesting to see which one takes home the prize.
As always, there are too many categories to list all of the nominees here, but some other notable categories include Male Vocalist of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Duo/Group of the Year, Song of the Year, and Single Record of the Year. Be sure to tune in to see who takes home these prestigious awards.
performers
The ACM Awards are just around the corner, and as always, the lineup of performers is impressive. This year’s show will feature some of country music’s biggest names, including Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia Line, and more. In addition to the musical performances, the show will also feature a special tribute to the victims of the Route 91 Harvest shooting.
This year’s ACM Awards will be hosted by Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley. The show is set to air on April 15 on CBS.
