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Keith Urban plays free pop-up concert outside a Buc-ee's store in Alabama
Country singer Keith Urban gave just a few hours’ notice before performing a free concert in the parking lot of a convenience store and gas station in north Alabama
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August 17, 2024 at 2:32 AM
Country artist Morgan Wade talks third album ‘Obsessed’
ABC News’ Phil Lipof speaks with country music singer Morgan Wade about her most recent album “Obsessed” and her new tour.
August 17, 2024 at 2:32 AM
August 8, 2024 at 9:30 PM
Luke Bryan announces new album 'Mind of a Country Boy'
Country superstar Luke Bryan has announced that his eighth studio album, "Mind of a Country Boy," will drop Sept. 27.
August 8, 2024 at 9:30 PM
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Jelly Roll adds new dates, openers to Beautifully Broken Tour
Jelly Roll added 15 new dates and announced additional openers to his Beautifully Broken Tour -- get the details.
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Thomas Rhett announces 4-night Las Vegas mini-residency
Country superstar Thomas Rhett announced a four-night Las Vegas mini-residency for December -- all the details.
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Luke Bryan on farewell to Katy Perry on 'American Idol,' advice for new judge
Luke Bryan spoke to "GMA" about saying an "emotional" farewell to Katy Perry on "American Idol" and advice for the new judge.
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Jelly Roll reveals Garth Brooks is his dream duet partner
Jelly Roll told "GMA" at the 2024 CMA Fest that his dream duet partner is country music legend Garth Brooks.
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Lainey Wilson opens up about body image, 'Yellowstone' and more in new special
Lainey Wilson opened up about body image, "Yellowstone," and the "full circle" of performing at the Grand Ole Opry in a new special.
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Wynonna Judd shares why it was a 'full circle' moment to perform with Emmy Russell
Wynonna Judd talks about how it was meaningful to perform with Emmy Russell, the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn.
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2024 ACM Awards recap: Lainey Wilson takes top prize and full winners list
A recap of all the biggest moments and performances from the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards, plus a full winners list.
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Garth Brooks calls performing at the Vatican an 'unbelievably special' experience
Garth Brooks opened up about performing at the Vatican over the weekend as part of the World Meeting on Human Fraternity.
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Toby Keith was a dad of 3: Get to know the kids of the late country singer
Country music star Toby Keith was not only an award-winning singer-songwriter but also a father of three.
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Post Malone and Morgan Wallen release new single, 'I Had Some Help'
Post Malone and Morgan Wallen released a new single, "I Had Some Help" on Friday.
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Loretta Lynn's granddaughter Emmy Russell honors her on 'American Idol': Watch
Loretta Lynn's granddaughter Emmy Russell honored her with a performance of "Coal Miner's Daughter" on "American Idol."
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Country artist Breland talks new tour and representation
Breland talks about new tour “Little More Countrier,” acting projects, and Black artist representation in country music.
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Luke Bryan jokes about onstage fall after slipping on fan's phone
Country superstar Luke Bryan is brushing off a recent onstage fall after he slipped on a fan's phone.
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Garth Brooks reacts to Post Malone's 'Friends in Low Places' cover
Garth Brooks praises Post Malone's cover of "Friends in Low Places" and talks about the second leg of his Las Vegas residency, Garth Brooks/Plus ONE.
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Beyonce makes history on the Billboard country albums chart
Beyonce has become the first Black woman to lead Billboard's Top Country Albums chart, with "Cowboy Carter" ranking at No. 1.
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Little Big Town heading out on tour with Sugarland: Details
Little Big Town has announced their headlining Take Me Home Tour. The group will be joined on the tour by Sugarland.
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Morgan Wallen arrested in Nashville on felony reckless endangerment charges
Country star Morgan Wallen was arrested Sunday night after allegedly throwing a chair off of the roof of a bar, according to court documents.
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CMT Awards 2024 red carpet: See Kelsea Ballerini and more
See what Kelsea Ballerini, Mickey Guyton, Trisha Yearwood and more stars wore for the 2024 CMT Awards.
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CMT Music Awards 2024: Jelly Roll wins big and more highlights
Check out a recap of all the biggest moments from the 2024 CMT Music Awards.
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All eyes on the CMT awards
As country music honors its top artist on Sunday night’s CMT awards, some fans are wondering if Beyoncé will make an appearance.
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'Thank you for opening doors for me': Beyoncé sends Mickey Guyton flowers
Beyoncé, following the release of her "Cowboy Carter" album, thanked Mickey Guyton for helping pave the way for her in country music.
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Dolly Parton reacts to Beyoncé's 'Jolene' cover on 'Cowboy Carter'
Dolly Parton reacted to Beyoncé's cover of "Jolene" on her new album "Cowboy Carter," giving the singer her seal of approval.
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Controversy over Beyoncé's country-inspired album
ABC News contributor Mike Muse and entertainment journalist Cori Murray talk about Black identity in country music and Beyoncé reclaiming her roots as a Texas native.
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Beyoncé's country-inspired 'Cowboy Carter' album has finally arrived
Beyoncé's eighth studio album, "Cowboy Carter," is available worldwide now.
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Country Music Hall of Fame announces class of 2024
Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in “GMA” Pop News.
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Toby Keith earns posthumous induction to Country Music Hall of Fame
The late country star earned a posthumous induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame alongside fellow inductees James Burton and John Anderson.
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Garth Brooks opens Friends in Low Places, helps police move in next door
Hey Nashville fans there's a new honky tonk in town from Garth Brooks: Friends in Low Places opens on March 7.
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Loretta Lynn's granddaughter auditions for 'American Idol': Watch her performance
Emmy Russell, granddaughter of country legend Loretta Lynn, auditioned for "American Idol" and wowed the judges.
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Beyonce song skyrockets on country charts
Beyonce became first Black female artist to score a number-one hit on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart.
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Dolly Parton congratulates Beyonce for 'Texas Hold 'Em' country chart success
Dolly Parton congratulated Beyoncé for her song "Texas Hold 'Em" debuting at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart.
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Post Malone teases new country song with Luke Combs: Listen here
Post Malone teased a new country song with Luke Combs seemingly titled "Ain't Got a Guy For That" in an Instagram video
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Beyonce's new music is sparking conversations in the country music world
Beyonce's venture into country music with her new music and new album "Act II" has sparked a lot of conversation in the country music world.
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Dolly Parton addresses Elle King's Grand Ole Opry tribute
Dolly Parton addressed Elle King's expletive-filled performance at the Grand Ole Opry last month, during which she told the crowd she was inebriated.
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Remembering Toby Keith
Country music star Toby Keith has died following a battle with stomach cancer. He was 62.
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Luke Combs responds to merch lawsuit, vows to help fan: 'Trying to make this right'
Luke Combs addresses a lawsuit filed against several online sellers who are selling homemade merchandise with the singer's image.
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How Trisha Yearwood, Garth Brooks celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary
Trisha Yearwood shared the sweet way she and Garth Brooks celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary.
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Garth Brooks on new album, Thanksgiving plans with wife Trisha Yearwood and more
Garth Brooks talks about his new album, new bar, Thanksgiving plans with Trisha Yearwood and more.
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3 country music-inspired cocktails to sip during the CMA Awards
Make these three cocktails concocted in Music City by Harrison Deakin, beverage manager for the 1 Hotel in Nashville.
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Dolly Parton talks key to her lasting marriage, husband’s influence on rock album
Dolly Parton spoke about her upcoming rock album in ABC News’ 15th annual CMA Awards special, "Dolly Parton: From Rhinestones to Rock & Roll."
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Binge This: CMA awards edition
Pop culture expert Jeremy Parsons is here to tell us what to binge watch to get you ready for country music’s biggest night.
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Garth Brooks reveals new album title and cover
Garth Brooks has announced his new studio album, "Time Traveler," and revealed its album cover.
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Darius Rucker’s success in country music
ABC News’ Phil Lipof recently sat down with Darius Rucker to discuss his unique musical journey, and his new album, which is dedicated to his mom who didn’t live long enough to see it unfold.
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Dolly Parton takes us 'Behind the Seams' of her unique style in new book
The superstar country singer tells “The View” about the origins of her iconic looks and shares how she’s still rocking with new album “Rockstar.”
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Maren Morris files for divorce from Ryan Hurd after 5 years of marriage
Maren Morris has filed for divorce from husband Ryan Hurd after five years of marriage.
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Dolly Parton to perform her biggest hits, 'Rockstar' tracks on Thanksgiving
Dolly Parton is set to perform on The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Kickoff Halftime Show at the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving Day game.
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Maren Morris elaborates on decision to distance herself from country music
Maren Morris opened up about her decision to distance herself from country music, saying it's "a little bit hyperbolic" to say she's leaving the genre.
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Maren Morris talks leaving country music, ushering in new chapter with 'The Bridge'
Maren Morris is starting fresh with a new two-track EP, "The Bridge."
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