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Nashville notes: Darius Rucker’s Opry return + Dolly’s ‘Forbes’ ranking

Friday, April 10 by Lakes Media Music News

Darius Rucker returns to the Grand Ole Opry April 17 for a show that includes Vince Gill. You can check out Flatland Cavalry's Wednesday TV debut on The Kelly Clarkson Show on YouTube. The band's nominated for group of the... Read More.

Reba’s awards show darling ‘Trailblazer’ could now win an award

Thursday, April 9 by Lakes Media Music News

"Talk about a trailblazer," Reba McEntire sings on her collaboration with Lainey Wilson and Miranda Lambert. Well, talk about a full-circle moment, as the Country Music Hall of Famer picks up an ACM nod for the song she launched on the 2025 show. "From... Read More.

A grateful Cody Johnson rides in with 4 ACM nominations

Thursday, April 9 by Lakes Media Music News

Cody Johnson's the third most-nominated male artist at the upcoming 61st ACM Awards May 17 in Las Vegas, being recognized in four categories. He trails Chris Stapleton, who has six nods, and Zach Top, who grabbed five. "Honored to be nominated again this year,"... Read More.

‘Friends & heroes’ make the ACM noms even better for Miranda Lambert

Thursday, April 9 by Lakes Media Music News

Miranda Lambert already has more Academy of Country Music Awards than any other artist in history, and the odds seem good she'll add to her total at the upcoming 61st ACMs. The Texas native could take home eight more trophies this year, trailing only... Read More.

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson lead 61st ACM noms

Thursday, April 9 by Lakes Media Music News

Just as they did at last November's CMA Awards, the women of country lead the nominations for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, with Megan Moroney coming out on top with nine nods. Miranda Lambert follows closely behind with eight, while Ella Langley... Read More.

‘You’ll Be in My Heart’: Maddie & Tae’s ‘Main Street Country’ goodbye

Thursday, April 9 by Lakes Media Music News

Maddie & Tae only have one concert to go as they close this chapter of their lives as a duo. The "Girl in a Country Song" hitmakers chose a fitting lyric for one of their final recordings: a cover of Phil Collins' Read More.

Keith Urban, Koe Wetzel and Cole Swindell bring country music to the wine country

Wednesday, April 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Country music is headed for California wine country this summer. Cole Swindell, Keith Urban and Koe Wetzel are set to headline the Country Summer Music Festival June 12-14 at the Sonoma County Event Center at the Fairgrounds. Nate Smith, Dasha, Breland, Chase Matthew, Ingrid... Read More.

Painted [Him] Pretty? Hudson Westbrook’s next TV gig

Wednesday, April 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Is newcomer Hudson Westbrook becoming a media darling?The 21-year-old Texan didn't made his national TV debut until early this year, but he's followed that up with multiple high-profile bookings. His Jan. 22 appearance on NBC's Today show was the first time he'd performed for... Read More.

Brantley Gilbert’s red, white and blue tour

Wednesday, April 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Brantley Gilbert's gearing up for The Real American Tour, which is set to kick off May 1 at Dos Equis Pavilion in Dallas.Opening acts will vary on the 35-city run, which wraps Sept. 12 at the Tri-State Rodeo in Fort... Read More.

Lainey Wilson reveals she’s making plans for motherhood

Wednesday, April 8 by Lakes Media Music News

"I busted out of my britches. That's how you know it's gonna be a good night." That's the beginning of the just-released trailer for Lainey Wilson's new Netflix documentary, before cutting to her singing "Hang Tight Honey" for a packed... Read More.

Carly Pearce’s puppy love: The show she played for Johnny and June

Wednesday, April 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Carly Pearce's Monday benefit at City Winery raised $45,000 for Nashville's Pet Community Center.Ashley Cooke opened the show and returned during Carly's set to sing Ashley McBryde's part on "Never Wanted to Be That Girl." Carly's stripped-down performance included music... Read More.

‘All My Exes’: Lauren Alaina’s hit duet was inspired by a fight on Broadway

Wednesday, April 8 by Lakes Media Music News

Lauren Alaina currently has her biggest hit on the radio since 2021's "Getting Over Him" with Jon Pardi. If there's any downside to her new duet with Chase Matthew, it's that the song Lauren co-wrote was, in fact, ripped from the pages of her... Read More.

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