Metallica issues COVID-19 statement

Band will headline opening night of Louder Than Life after expanding to four days Metallica has shared that plans for 2020 following the COVID-19 crisis. As reported earlier, three of the Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP) festival dates they were set…

Willie Nelson postpones new studio album

Willie Nelson postpones new studio album

Album pushed from spring to summer Legacy Recordings has rescheduled the release of Willie Nelson’s upcoming 70th solo studio album First Rose Of Spring from April 24th to Friday, July 3rd. Fans who pre-order the project can listen to “Our…

Willie Nelson, FlowPlay team for Casino World partnership

Interactive social casino offers players customized country music-themed avatars and buildings FlowPlay, creator of one of the most powerful immersive gaming platforms, has announced the launch of an in-game partnership between the multi Grammy winning, legendary Willie Nelson and Casino…

Jason Aldean releases ‘Got What I Got’

New single arrives to radio Jason Aldean continues to embrace the genre-blending sound that has helped define his career with the release of his new single “Got What I Got.” The R&B infused track from his sixth consecutive No. 1…

Jon Bon Jovi enlists fans to co-write song

“Do What You Can” is inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic Jon Bon Jovi says “Do What You Can” while quarantined during the coronavirus pandemic. The rock star has written the first verse and chorus to the new track at his…

Kenny Rogers dies at age 81

Rogers is the subject of an A&E Biography episode airing in April Country superstar Kenny Rogers has died at the age of 81. The news shocked the world late Friday (March 20th) night when it was announced on Rogers’ social media accounts.…

Zac Brown Band cancels all 2020 tour dates

Brown had laid off 90% of his touring crew the day before Zac Brown Band has canceled all remaining 2020 due dates due to the coronavirus pandemic. The multi-genre band sent an email and published the news to social media…

Miranda Lambert premieres ‘Bluebird’ video

“Bluebird” is in the Top 30 and climbing Miranda Lambert has premiered her new music video for “Bluebird,” following a live Q&A with fans. “I love ‘Bluebird.’ It’s a song like I’ve never written before and I’m so proud to…

Trace Adkins releases ‘Better Off’

Trace Adkins releases ‘Better Off’

Video premieres on Viacom/CBS Times Square Billboard and CMT With over 11 million albums sold and a new album on the horizon, country music icon Trace Adkins releases new song “Better Off,” accompanied by a music video premiering on Viacom/CBS…

Goo Goo Dolls release ‘Lost’ acoustic version

Original track appears on Miracle Pill Goo Goo Dolls have released a brand new acoustic rendition of their song “Lost”, one of the standout songs from the band’s recent 12th studio album Miracle Pill, released September 13th via Warner Records. The…

LANCO releases ‘What I See’ video

New single behind “Crowd-Pleasing Country-Rock Quintet” boasts more than eight million streams LANCO takes a step back in time in the new music video for its nostalgic single “What I See.” The music video heightens the song’s vivid lyrics of…

Brooks & Dunn reschedule Reboot 2020 Tour

Best-selling duo’s first nationwide trek in ten years pushed back to August launch Brooks & Dunn has announced that their Brooks & Dunn Reboot 2020 Tour is rescheduled for this fall, as the duo prioritize the health and safety of…

Zac Brown lays off 90% of touring crew

Singer can’t tour due to coronavirus Zac Brown has had to let go 90% of his touring band and crew since having to postpone The Owl Tour due to the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the world. He shared the news in…

Bonnaroo postponed to September 2020

Bonnaroo postponed to September 2020

Event was scheduled for June 2020 The Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival has been rescheduled from June to September 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Organizers shared the news on social media on Wednesday (March 18th). “Bonnaroo Music & Arts…

GRAMMY Museum debuts digital exhibit series

The never-before-released content is available to the public during COVID-19 closure For the first time, The GRAMMY Museum will debut never-before-released digital Public Programs from their archive while the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles is closed until further notice in…

Kane Brown earns new RIAA certifications

Brown is the only one to receive two or more platinum album certifications since 2016 Kane Brown just received word of three new certifications by the Recording Industry Association of America. Brown’s self-titled debut album, a 13-week No. 1 on…

Rolling Stones postpone No Filter Tour

Rolling Stones postpone No Filter Tour

Fifteen date trek was set for May 8th The Rolling Stones have postponed their upcoming 2020 No Filter Tour due to the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic. The 15 date trek was set to kick off in San Diego on May…

Recording Academy, MusiCares establish COVID-19 relief fund

Both organizations have contributed initial donations totaling $2 million The Recording Academy and its affiliated charitable foundation MusiCares have established the COVID-19 Relief Fund to help people in the music industry affected by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak and subsequent…