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Thompson Square, Wynonna Judd, Terri Clark And More Taking Part In Nashville-Based Pawlidays Fundraiser

Country artists WYNONNA JUDD, THOMPSON SQUARE, TERRI CLARK and more are taking part in PAWLIDAYS, a fundraising campaign sponsored by TITO’S HANDMADE VODKA  that benefits NASHVILLE’s non-profit veterinary clinic, PET COMMUNITY CENTER. Other celebrity participants include actor LESLIE JORDAN, Country artists JAY ALLEN, JAMIE O’NEAL and CAROLYN DAWN JOHNSON, SIRIUSXM’s STORME WARREN and television personality SUZANNE ALEXANDER.

New Music From Cowboy Country Artist Chancey Williams Just In Time for His Performance at the NFR

New Music From Cowboy Country Artist Chancey Williams Just In Time for His Performance at the NFR

 Amid the excitement of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (WNFR), WME artist Chancey Williams’ new and highly anticipated single, “The Saint,” is now available on iTunes and all platforms today.  Renewing the traditional roots of country music for young fans and old spirits who covet authenticity in his honest ode to the Old West, Williams, co-wrote “The Saint” with producer Trent Willmon, drawing inspiration from one of his favorite old westerns.  Fans can now purchase or stream “The Saint”HERE. Williams has spent much of the past year touring with country music powerhouses including Alan Jackson, Toby Keith, Cody Johnson and Aaron Watson. The saddle bronc rider turned singer songwriter is also set to take the stage at the South Point Showroom December 6th, 7th and 8th at 9:30 p.m. following rounds 5, 6 and 7 of the NFR and buckle ceremony. Williams will perform songs off his new album, 3rd Street, which debuted at no. 5 on iTunes Country Albums Chart when it released on May 22nd and features Rocky Mountain CMA Song of the Year, “Wyoming Wind” and Rocky Mountain CMA Musician of the Year fiddle player Brooke Latka. Produced by country music hitmaker Trent Willmon, the 13 track full-length album is sure to resonate with country music fans of all ages from the reminiscent throwback tune “College,” to upbeat anthems like “The World Needs More Cowboys” and “Fastest Gun in Town” to raw, stripped-down ballads like “Let It Go” and “Wyoming Wind.” Gritty two-stepping tracks “Outlaws” and “One More For the Road” are sure to get boots spinning out on the dance floor this summer. Purchase 3rd Street on iTunes or stream on Spotify HERE. South Point Showroom Performance Info: Who: Chancey Williams What: Live ShowWhen: Monday, December 6th; Tuesday, December 7th; Wednesday, December 8th | Concert starting at 9:30 p.m. following buckle ceremonyWhere: South Point Showroom following rounds 5, 6 and 7 of the NFR Tickets: FREE admission

Clay Walker finds his inner bourbon critic on The Fred Minnick Show

Clay Walker finds his inner bourbon critic on The Fred Minnick Show

In his recent single, multi PLATINUM-selling artist Clay Walker reminds us that we all “Need A Bar Sometimes.” Now, he’s stepping into a virtual bourbon-only bar with world renowned spirits critic and best-selling author Fred Minnick on the latest episode of Minnick’s Hermes Creative Awards Platinum-winning PodcastOne podcast The Fred Minnick Show.

Jason Aldean Announces Release Date for “Georgia” Releases new track “Whiskey Me Away”

Jason Aldean Announces Release Date for "Georgia" Releases new track "Whiskey Me Away"

Jason reveals more details behind the release of his 10th studio album, MACON, GEORGIA. Part all-new music and part career retrospective, highlighting the fiery live shows he’s made his calling card, the double-album features 30 songs total – 20 new tracks and 10 unheard live hits showcasing everything he does.

Drew Cooper Teams up with Cody Canada & Son Dierks Canada for a Soulful Gritty Christmas Track

Drew Cooper Teams up with Cody Canada & Son Dierks Canada for a Soulful Gritty Christmas Track

There’s no shortage of star power on this holiday release from Red Dirt Alum Drew Cooper as he taps in Cody Canada and son Dierks Canada to provide some dueling guitar licks on “Please Come Home For Christmas” out on all streaming platforms today! Drew Cooper’s striking combination of country music grit sung with a deep-throated soulful timbre that hits like a sledgehammer has garnered him critical esteem, and a residency among the Texas music scene where your songwriting goods is your only true currency. After a 2-year gap since the release of his last album “White Horse,” Cooper returns with a special single release just ahead of his double album drop “This Life” in early 2022.

Randy Travis and Country Riser Drew Parker Release Duet of “There’s A Kid In Town” With Official Music Video

Randy Travis and Country Riser Drew Parker Release Duet of "There's A Kid In Town" With Official Music Video

Country Music Hall of Fame member Randy Travis and rising country star Drew Parker teamed up to release a duet of the classic Christmas song “There’s A New Kid In Town” last week. Today, the pair of true country artists released an official music video for the song, filmed at Travis’ Texas ranch and his first music video since his 2013 stroke. The duet follows Travis’ release of his remastered Christmas album, An Old Time Christmas (Deluxe Edition) which included the song as a never-before-heard track from the vault. Premiered on CMT today, the video captures a heartwarming experience of the two reuniting and sharing the holiday spirit. Listen to the single here and watch the official music video here.