The lineup for the Merle Haggard tribute concert—dubbed Sing Me Back Home: The Music of Merle Haggard—just got a little bigger with the addition of Sheryl Crow and Rolling Stones guitarist/vocalist Keith Richards. “Stuff happens, but you just have to be your own man, and have something to say,” said Keith in a statement. “Sometimes…… MORE
Go Behind the Scenes of “Somethin’ I’m Good At” With Brett Eldredge
Brett Eldredge is taking fans behind the scenes of his “Somethin’ I’m Good At” video. In a newly released clip, the handsome hit-maker takes viewers through his day on the set, which involves him causing havoc throughout his fictional suburban neighborhood. “When we were getting the idea for this video, we were like, ‘We need…… MORE
Reba McEntire and Christian Singer Lauren Daigle to Release New Duet, “Back to God,” on April 2
Not only are Reba McEntire and Christian singer Lauren Daigle teaming up to perform “Back to God” at the ACM Awards show on April 2, but the pair is also releasing the duet to digital retailers the same day. Reba initially recorded the song on her new album, Sing It Now: Songs of Faith &…… MORE
Our 12-Person Panel of Industry Insiders Predict the ACM Awards Winners
Which ACM Awards show nominees are coming home with the hardware on Sunday, April 2? That’s the question we asked our 12 industry insiders (below), many of whom are ACM voters. Ty Bentli, co-host Ty, Kelly & Chuck Jim Casey, Nash Country Daily managing editor Brian Egan, executive producer Nash Nights Live Eric Garner, producer…… MORE
Frankie Ballard Can’t Help But Gush About His New Bride: “I’ve Got the Strength of 10 Men Now”
Frankie Ballard surprised the country world with the announcement that he tied the knot with girlfriend Christina Murphy on March 12. While he kept his engagement secret from fans, the “You’ll Accomp’ny Me” singer can’t stop gushing about his beautiful bride now. “I am a very blessed man. She is my partner,” Frankie told Nash…… MORE
Watch Zac Brown Band’s Tear-Inducing Performance of “My Old Man” on the “Tonight Show”
Zac Brown Band made their way to New York last night (March 29) to promote their upcoming album, Welcome Home, and new single, “My Old Man,” on the The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Produced by Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson), “My Old Man” is a throwback to ZBB’s early sound, as Zac promised…… MORE
With Performance Slot and High-Profile Nomination, Old Dominion Earns a Seat at the Big Kids’ Table at ACM Awards
If last year’s ACM Awards was Old Dominion’s coming-out party, this year’s 52nd annual show will find the lovable quintet taking a seat at the “big kids’ table.” “It feels like next-level stuff because we’re not the new kids anymore,” says Old Dominion’s lead singer Matthew Ramsey. “We’re actually part of the party. And then…… MORE
Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley Preview ACM Awards and Talk Hosting Mishaps
Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley are making the media rounds as they prepare to host the 52nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, April 2 in Las Vegas. The duo sat down with CBS This Morning today (March 29), to give a preview of the show. When asked by the show’s co-host, Gayle…… MORE
Hit Songwriter J.T. Harding Shares the Inspiration Behind Kenny Chesney’s “Bar at the End of the World”
Singer/songwriter J.T. Harding has co-written hits for Keith Urban (“Somewhere in My Car”), Kenny Chesney (“Somewhere With You”), Blake Shelton (“Sangria”), Jake Owen (“Alone With You”) and more. In 2016, J.T. scored his fifth No. 1 tune as a songwriter with Dierks Bentley’s “Different for Girls.” This year, he’s got his sights set on another…… MORE
Brooke Eden Talks About Her Musical Roots, Opening for Tim McGraw and Her New Single, “Act Like You Don’t”
Lisa talks with Brooke Eden about how her father got her started in music and prepared her for harsh criticism, the things she learned while opening for Tim McGraw, her new poodle, Dolly, writing her new single, “Act Like You Don’t,” and more. Show Participants Brooke Eden Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Links & Notes Brooke…… MORE
