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CMT Premieres “Off the Road” With Lauren Alaina

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CMT has announced the next installment of its beloved digital franchise, “Off The Road,” with Multi-Platinum-selling No. 1 singer-songwriter Lauren Alaina will premiere tonight, December 17th at 6p/5c. Watch the trailer here.

A twist on CMT’s original “On the Road” concept capturing real-life moments on the road with country’s top talent, “Off the Road” is a candid mini-documentary style series that offers an authentic look at the new normal for artists as the pandemic caused their touring schedules, album launches and career plans to shift.

From Lauren’s standout performance at this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to virtual cooking lessons with her sassy Nana, a Christmas performance at the Opryland Hotel and so much more, take a peek at quarantine life off-the-road with the rising superstar — her famous onesie collection included. Continue reading CMT Premieres “Off the Road” With Lauren Alaina→

Russell Dickerson Releases “Southern Symphony” Album

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Multi-platinum recording artist Russell Dickerson released his highly anticipated sophomore studio album, SOUTHERN SYMPHONY, viaTriple Tigers Records.  The 10-track record was co-produced alongside friend and frequent collaborator Casey Brown and a first-time collaboration with legendary producer Dann Huff. Recorded in Nashville, Southern Symphony is packed with humble and heartfelt ballads about love and nostalgia matched with his signature “RD party” anthems, including one of Russell’s biggest collaborations to date, “It’s About Time,” featuring multi-platinum recording artists, Florida Georgia Line.  Last night, Russell premiered The Southern Symphony Experience, giving fans an exclusive track-by-track album preview through one, captivating, comprehensive video. Watch here.

Tim McGraw Releases “It Wasn’t His Child”

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GRAMMY® Award-winner Tim McGraw is ushering in the holiday season with the release of “It Wasn’t His Child” today – listen now. McGraw first performed the Christmas standard at the 2003 Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, Norway and most recently reprised it against a stunning holiday backdrop on this year’s CMA Country Christmas, which will re-air December 21 at 10/9c on ABC. Originally written and performed by Skip Ewing, McGraw’s version was arranged and co-produced by his longtime band leader Danny Hemingson along with Steve Gibson and Byron Gallimore. “It Wasn’t His Child” has been a favorite song of McGraw’s for years. “It’s been a crazy year and we’ve worked hard to put out music, knowing how much it can mean and provide solace in difficult times,” McGraw says of the release. “This is our final chance to thank everyone for sticking with us this year and more importantly, provide some Christmas spirit to you this holiday season.” The release of “It Wasn’t His Child” caps off a 2020 for McGraw in which he released his 16th studio album Here On Earth, which marked his 4th straight decade with a #1 album on the Billboard Country Album chart. The album was his 19th worldwide #1 and his 17th U.S. #1, tying him for second most #1 albums in the U.S., just behind George Strait. His #1 GRAMMY-winning hit “Humble & Kind” and his #1 single “Highway Don’t Care” were each certified triple platinum, moving his total career RIAA certifications to 76 million. 

Going Tiny: Financing the Big Dream

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Going Tiny: Resources, Needs, Wants and Dreams - Budgeting the financial side of our tiny cabin country music compound

This year has been a picnic… if by picnic you mean we’ve had to halt construction plans on a half-finished community kitchen since Covid took away the live music industry and nixed the bulk of our income, leaving us prepping cold sandwiches and pickles when we’d rather be cooking up a storm! But of course, you can’t always predict the curveballs that life is going to throw at you.

New Music: Champion By Miranda Lambert and Scarlett Burke

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MIRANDA LAMBERT CONTRIBUTES NEW TRACK “CHAMPION” TO SEASON FINALE OF CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED SCRIPTED PODCAST “MAKE IT UP AS WE GO” FROM AUDIO UP MEDIA; GET EPISODE HERE ORIGINAL PODCAST SOUNDTRACK OUT TODAY FEATURING NEW MUSIC FROM MIRANDA LAMBERT, LINDSAY ELL, SCARLETT BURKE AND TYLER RICH; LISTEN TO MUSIC HERE “MAKE IT UP AS WE GO” FROM AUDIO UP MEDIA SURPASSES HALF MILLION STREAMS DURING ITS EIGHT WEEK RUN

Listen Now: Erin Cosgrove Chooses Positivity in New Energetic Single Time to Live

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Breakout Country Artist Erin Cosgrove Chooses Positivity in New Energetic Single Time to Live

Following the success of her last single, The Perfect Place to Start, country’s fresh new face Erin Cosgrove is back with a new, upbeat and optimistic single, Time to Live. Not only does this song put you in a good mood, but it also touches on the power of being kind and letting go of all the hate, judgement and fear many people have these days. This song is currently available on all digital platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and more.  After all the events of 2020, Erin decided to switch gears and try something new. “I was in a serious state of depression and anxiety for 6 months, so I wrote something that would not only put me in a good mood, but let people hear some positive vibes in a world that seems so scary and negative,” says Erin. “I tried to focus on the things we as human beings still have control over, which is our choice to be happy and live every day like it’s our last.”

Tim McGraw Debuts Apple Music Country show ‘Beyond The Influence Radio

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Tim McGraw Debuts Apple Music Country show 'Beyond The Influence Radio

Tim McGraw has announced a new radio show, Beyond The Influence Radio, coming to Apple Music Country. Upcoming guests include Bruce Springsteen, Dolly Parton, Joe Walsh, Keith Urban, Lori McKenna, and more. Throughout his life and career, Tim McGraw has been influenced by those he’s known and others he’s only known from afar. On his new bi-weekly show, the country superstar aims to deepen the understanding of how people, music, or moments have influenced us on a human level. With each new episode, McGraw explores this idea through his own journey as well as with some of the most influential people in their craft. And while themes or guests will vary per episode, the celebration and gratitude shared in these personal moments is what connects them all together

Lee Brice Takes Home CMA Award for “Musical Event of the Year” with Carly Pearce at 54th Annual CMA Awards

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Country music powerhouse and Curb Records recording artist, Lee Brice, is celebrating his win at this year’s CMA Awards for “Musical Event of the Year” for his single with Carly Pearce, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” The song, produced by late songwriter and producer, Busbee, was a hit for the artists – quickly climbing to #1 at Country radio.   “I can’t even begin to express the gratitude I have for this single moment. GOD IS SO GOOD!,” says Brice. “Quarantined, locked off from the world, my family, my babies, and yet I’ve been feeling more reflective and more grateful in the silence than I have in a really long time. Just when I truly believe I couldn’t ask for a single thing more, y’all hit me with this! Y’all, thank you! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Carly – thank you for believing in me! Thank you, CMA! Thank you to my fans for being the best and I’m looking forward to this upcoming year with you all!” Pearce will be performing the single at this evening’s award show alongside Lady A’s Charles Kelley, who is stepping in for Brice while he quarantines at home following a positive COVID diagnosis.  Check out to ABC online for all CMA Award winners and replay performances as we celebrate Country music’s biggest night. For additional information on Lee Brice, please visit:  WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitter 

EXTRA: Miranda Lambert Miranda Lambert Reveals Plans for CMAs Performance and Talks Entertainer of the Year Nomination

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It’s a big week for Miranda Lambert! The country music star turns 37 on Tuesday, and is set to perform at the CMA Awards, where she’s up for seven awards, on Wednesday. “Extra’s” Rachel Lindsay caught up with Miranda, who talked about what it means to be nominated for Entertainer of the Year.