Country

Nashville notes: Dwight Yoakam’s ZZ Top tour + Vincent Mason’s morning debut

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Vincent Mason made his morning TV debut on Tuesday's Today show. You can check out his performance of his breakthrough hit, "Wish You Well," online. The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions inducted Dolly Parton into its Hall of... Read More.

CMA Awards 2025 welcome The Red Clay Strays into the fold

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

The 59th CMA Awards may go down in history as the night the world discovered The Red Clay Strays. Nominated for the second consecutive year for vocal group, the six-man band scored their first trophy Wednesday night in an upset win, blocking Old Dominion... Read More.

‘Don’t Happen Twice’: Kenny Chesney marks ‘New York Times’ bestseller with NYC event

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Kenny Chesney's book tour was supposed to end Nov. 16 at the Miami Book Fair. But now that Heart Life Music has made the New York Times Best Sellers lists, he's reconsidering. The new member of the Country Music Hall of Fame has booked... Read More.

‘you look like you’ set a CMA Awards record, Ella Langley

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Ella Langley made history on Wednesday night, as "you look like you love me" became the first song ever to win single, song, music video and musical event of the year.Of course, the winning ways of the Riley Green duet started in 2024, when... Read More.

Cody Johnson’s ‘Travelin’ Soldier’ is making moves on the Hot 100

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Cody Johnson clinched his first male vocalist of the year trophy at Wednesday's 59th annual CMA Awards, but that's not all he has to celebrate. The Texas troubadour is making waves in the pop world with his cover of "Travelin'... Read More.

Nate Smith & Tyler Hubbard plan pancake pop-up near the Nashville honky-tonks

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Nate Smith and Tyler Hubbard are getting to work to promote their new collaboration, "After Midnight."Though it will technically take place before the clock strikes 12, Nate and Tyler are taking over Mel's Drive-In in Downtown Nashville on Thursday night.... Read More.

Backstage at the 2025 CMAs, Cody Johnson & Vince Gill invoke Willie & Merle, as Zach Top & The Red Clay Strays marvel

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

Humility reigned backstage at the 59th CMA Awards. "I didn't even think this was possible," new artist winner Zach Top marveled. "People that sang country music on my radio and on my cassette tapes and won CMA awards were like mythical creatures, it wasn't... Read More.

Lainey Wilson wins three awards, including entertainer of the year, at 59th annual CMA Awards

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

The 59th annual CMA Awards took place in Nashville Wednesday, and it was a great night for the show's host, Lainey Wilson.Lainey took home three honors, including entertainer of the year for a second time. She also won album of the year for Whirlwind,... Read More.

59th annual CMA Awards: The winners

Thursday, November 20 by Lakes Media Music News

The biggest names in country music were honored at the 59th annual Country Music Association Awards Wednesday, hosted by Lainey Wilson.Here is the complete list of winners:Entertainer of the YearLainey WilsonSingle of the Year"you look like you love me" - Ella Langley & Riley... Read More.

Lainey Wilson says to expect new music ‘sooner rather than later’

Wednesday, November 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Lainey Wilson is nominated for her album Whirlwind at Wednesday night's CMAs, but she says we may not have to wait too long for the follow-up.Speaking to US Weekly for a cover story, Lainey says, "I'm always working for the... Read More.

A playful Riley Green talks parents, pairings & performances ahead of the CMAs

Wednesday, November 19 by Lakes Media Music News

Just like his duet partner Ella Langley, Riley Green clinched his very first CMA nomination in 2024, taking home the trophy for musical event for "you look like you love me." On Wednesday he competes in four more categories, including single, song and music... Read More.

Lauren Alaina leads the way, as the CMA takes the awards to TikTok

Wednesday, November 19 by Lakes Media Music News

If you've experienced Lauren Alaina on any level, you can't help but notice: the chart-topping hitmaker has the undeniable gift of gab. So when the Country Music Association decided to launch a second screen experience on TikTok during the 59th... Read More.