Country

For Scotty McCreery, Seasons Change — and he couldnt be more grateful

Thursday, June 19 by Lakes Media Music News

In 2011, Scotty McCreery won season 10 of American Idol, setting the stage for him to chart hits like "I Love You This Big," "The Trouble with Girls," "See You Tonight" and "Feelin' It." But by 2016 he'd parted ways with his label and things... Read More.

Nashville notes: Cassadee Popes off Broadway + Crystal Gayle plays Ireland

Wednesday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Cassadee Pope will star in the new off-Broadway show Rolling Thunder. The "part rock concert, part documentary" about "young soldiers caught in the abyss of the Vietnam War" will give its first performance July 10 at New World Stages. She and Chris Young topped the country... Read More.

Dierks Bentley brings you Broken Branches bourbon

Wednesday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Dierks Bentley is hoping you'll have a drink to celebrate his new album.He's launching his own ROW 94 Broken Branches bourbon — which takes its name from the album — in partnership with Green River Distilling Co., the 10th oldest distillery in Kentucky.The whiskey... Read More.

Lainey Wilson, Dierks Bentley and Ashley McBryde celebrate The Fourth in America

Wednesday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Lainey Wilson, Dierks Bentley, Ashley McBryde and The War and Treaty will all celebrate America's 249th birthday with performances on CNN. You can tune in July 4 at 7 p.m. ET to watch The Fourth in America, which will also feature Noah Kahan, Sting, Nelly,... Read More.

Mitchell Tenpenny books legendary show for Pro Football Hall of Fame

Wednesday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

Mitchell Tenpenny will open the 2025 Concert for Legends at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio. Canadian rock band Nickelback will headline the Aug. 3 show that's part of Enshrinement Week for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Mitchell follows in the footsteps... Read More.

Warren Zeiders will Ride the Lightning for ESPNs Saturday Night Lacrosse

Wednesday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

The Premier Lacrosse League has named Warren Zeiders its music ambassador for the 2025 season.The former college lacrosse player's song "Ride the Lightning" will serve as the soundtrack for ESPN's Saturday Night Lacrosse. “Lacrosse is pure adrenaline -- the speed, the... Read More.

Brian Kelleys no Mad Scientist Monster, but he does have a new look + new momentum

Wednesday, June 18 by Lakes Media Music News

If you've seen Brian Kelley lately, you know he's sporting a little more of a clean-cut vibe, thanks to both his wife and the weather. "A little summer cut, man, just to switch it up, and the mustache kinda happened on accident," he tells ABC... Read More.

Nashville notes: Morgan Wallens next hit + Johnny Cashs vinyl remaster

Tuesday, June 17 by Lakes Media Music News

Big Loud Texas artist Jake Worthington will release his new track, "Not Like I Used To," on Friday. McIntosh SESSIONS Volume 2: Pure Johnny Cash is out now on vinyl, featuring 18 remastered tracks the "Man in Black" recorded for Sun Records. Morgan Wallen's new country... Read More.

With Friends Like That, John Morgans gotta hit the road

Tuesday, June 17 by Lakes Media Music News

Hot on the heels of his first #1 as an artist, John Morgan's ready to set out on his own headlining tour this fall. Of course, the Friends Like That Tour takes its name from his chart-topping single with Jason Aldean.“Man, this is my first... Read More.