country music

Country Superstar Thomas Rhett Receives Star on Music City Walk of Fame

Jul 10, 2026 at 04:11 pm

Diamond-certified superstar Thomas Rhett, whose career has produced 25 Number One hits over the past decade, was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Wednesday, July 8.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Spencer Hatcher

Jul 09, 2026 at 04:05 pm

Out of the 43 artists I interviewed at CRS this year, one who clearly stood out to me was Spencer Hatcher. Because he has a bluegrass background, a traditional country sound.... Read More

Music Spotlight: DEK of Hearts

Jul 02, 2026 at 05:19 pm

When I went to see one of my artists' Opry debuts in May, another group was also having their Opry debut: DEK of Hearts. The trio, who met while attending Trevecca Nazarene.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Carrie Brockwell

Jun 11, 2026 at 09:18 am by Bethany Bowman

When Carrie Brockwell started compiling her collection of songs for her new album, That's Real, which blends country music storytelling with Yacht Rock influences, she had n.... Read More

Travis Bolt Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut

Jun 02, 2026 at 12:08 pm by Bethany Bowman

Music Spotlight artist Travis Bolt recently made his Grand Ole Opry debut on May 29th, the week before CMA Fest. This follows his recent TV debut, where he performed "Blues.... Read More

Ashley Anne Releases Generational Heartbreak EP

May 18, 2026 at 03:00 pm by Bethany Bowman

Following up with my Music Spotlight artists is one of my favorite things to do. It is fascinating to see what has transpired since the last interview. Because Ashley An.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Braxton Keith

May 15, 2026 at 08:20 am by Bethany Bowman

Braxton Keith is from Midland, Texas, and his music proudly reflects that fact. He did not grow up in a musical family, but his great-aunt gave him her piano, which he learn.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Austin Snell

May 01, 2026 at 09:00 am by Bethany Bowman

When I learned that country riser Austin Snell had nearly half a billion streams in his short career, I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. It turns out he is one o.... Read More

Marcus and Levi Hummon Team Up for an Acoustic Cover of 'Bless The Broken Road'

Apr 14, 2026 at 03:36 pm by Bethany Bowman

When I first interviewed Levi Hummon in 2019, I quickly learned that he was the son of the Grammy-winning songwriter Marcus Hummon. While both are avid singer/songwriters, a.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Alex Miller

Apr 10, 2026 at 11:49 am by Bethany Bowman

Because I love traditional country music so much, Alex Miller, a 22-year-old 6’ 6” entertainer from rural Lancaster, Kentucky, knows his music is right up my all.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Tenille Townes

Apr 10, 2026 at 08:54 am by Bethany Bowman

An artist I have long wanted to interview is Canadian country songstress Tenille Townes. Her debut album, The Lemonade Stand, arrived in 2020 and included the gold-certified.... Read More

Country Radio Seminar 2026

Mar 28, 2026 at 03:26 pm by Bethany Bowman

Country Radio Seminar (CRS) is an annual convention meticulously designed to facilitate knowledge exchange and foster the exchange of business practices within the country m.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Jason Michael Carroll

Mar 23, 2026 at 02:23 pm by Bethany Bowman

Back when I first discovered my love for country music more than 20 years ago, a name that kept popping up on the radio was Jason Michael Carroll. He is notorious for his to.... Read More

Aubrie Sellers Releases' Attachment Theory' Album

Mar 21, 2026 at 11:44 am by Bethany Bowman

Music Spotlight artist, Aubrie Sellers, has released her 3rd solo album, Attachment Theory. This project shows a darker, edgier side of the gifted singer/songwriter. It is f.... Read More

Steve Earle Announces World Tour

Mar 20, 2026 at 11:36 am by Bethany Bowman

Newly inducted Grand Ole Opry member Steve Earle has announced his 2026 World Tour, Fifty-One Years of Songs and Stories. As fitting, he kicked off the tour at the Grand Ole.... Read More

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