Author: Kelly Whitewood

Ashley McBryde to Launch Redemption: A Mocktail Bar with a Mission on Nashville’s Broadway Ashley McBryde is set to make her mark on Nashville’s iconic Broadway—just not in the way fans might expect. On Friday, August 1, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter announced plans to open Redemption, a new bar and live music venue located inside Eric Church’s Chief’s. But rather than following the traditional honky-tonk model, Redemption will focus on providing inclusive, alcohol-free options to visitors and locals alike. The venue will offer a curated menu of zero-proof cocktails, with each drink named after lyrics that resonate with McBryde’s journey. While…

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Riley Green’s “Worst Way” Hits No. 1 — With a Steamy Video and a Cereal Cameo Riley Green’s latest No. 1 hit, “Worst Way,” isn’t just heating up the charts—it’s turning heads thanks to its sultry music video and an unexpectedly hilarious breakfast scene that Green says was inspired by his real life. The video follows a whirlwind romance between Green and the female lead, culminating in a quieter kitchen moment: she’s perched on the counter in red lingerie and his jacket, while he lounges in a bathrobe and backwards cap, casually eating cereal. According to Green, this wasn’t a…

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Shania Twain Brings Couple On Stage After They Reveal Their Baby Is Named After Her At a recent stop in Jacksonville, Florida, Shania Twain made one couple’s night unforgettable when she invited them on stage—after spotting a sign that read: “We named our baby Shania.” Shania shared the special moment on her Instagram, writing, “These two were holding up a ‘we named our baby Shania’ sign. I just had to get them up on stage with me—and I’m so glad I did!” Once on stage, the couple’s excitement was infectious. They danced, cheered, and lit up the crowd with their…

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Riley Green Brings Fan On Stage for “Jesus Saves” After Surprise Audition—Crowd Left Stunned During his stop at the York State Fair on Sunday, June 20, Riley Green proved he’s not just a performer—he’s also got a good ear for talent. Mid-show, Riley acknowledged a fan in the crowd who had a bold request: he wanted to get on stage and sing “Jesus Saves.” Rather than brush it off, Riley decided to put the man to the test. “He says he wants to sing a song called Jesus Saves with me…” Riley told the crowd. “I gotta tell you, this…

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Tim McGraw’s “King Rodeo” Marks a Triumphant Return and a Look Back After stepping away from the spotlight to focus on his health, Tim McGraw is back with a new single, “King Rodeo”—an emotional reflection on aging, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the rodeo cowboy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tim McGraw (@thetimmcgraw) McGraw debuted the track during a headline performance at the inaugural Music City Rodeo on May 31, his first live appearance in nearly a year. The song officially premiered on The BIG 615’s Storme Warren Show on June 12, where Warren introduced…

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Band Together Texas: A Night of Music, Mourning, and Meaningful Action Following the catastrophic July 4th floods that ravaged Texas Hill Country, leaving over 130 lives lost and countless more affected, the state is answering tragedy not with silence—but with song. On August 17, the Moody Center in Austin will host Band Together Texas, a benefit concert where music becomes more than melody—it becomes a lifeline. Country stars Miranda Lambert, Parker McCollum, and Kelly Clarkson will headline the night, joined by a powerhouse lineup including Cody Johnson, Ronnie Dunn, Lyle Lovett, Jack Ingram, and more. But this isn’t just another…

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Jason Aldean Shares the Stage with His Kids in Tender Tour Finale Moment Jason Aldean’s Full Throttle World Tour brought more than just country hits to Salt Lake City on July 26—it delivered an unexpected dose of family warmth. As the show wrapped at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater, Aldean surprised the crowd by bringing his two youngest children, Memphis (7) and Navy (6), onstage for a touching farewell. Captured in a fan-shared TikTok by 93.3 The Bull, the moment showed Aldean embracing his kids as the crowd erupted in applause. With shy smiles and small waves, Memphis and…

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Jeannie Seely, Country Music Trailblazer and Opry Icon, Dies at 85 Country music has lost one of its most enduring voices. Jeannie Seely, lovingly known as “Miss Country Soul,” passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the age of 85. Seely rose to prominence in the late 1960s with her Grammy-winning hit “Don’t Touch Me.” But beyond the awards, her legacy was built on something deeper — consistency, resilience, and a profound love for the stage. She made history as the first woman to host the Grand Ole Opry, a show she would go on to grace an astonishing…

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George Strait’s Quiet Compassion: Supporting Maui Wildfire Victims with Prayer and Aid While headlines often spotlight awards and sold-out stadiums, some of country music’s most meaningful moments happen far from the stage. George Strait — the King of Country — has once again shown that true character doesn’t need a spotlight. In the wake of the devastating 2023 wildfires in Lahaina, Maui, Strait has quietly stepped in to support victims through both financial aid and personal prayer. Unlike high-profile donation campaigns or viral announcements, Strait’s support has been discreet. Sources close to the singer confirm that he’s made private contributions…

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Wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71 Hulk Hogan, the iconic WWE Hall of Famer and one of the most recognizable figures in professional wrestling history, has died at the age of 71. According to TMZ, emergency services responded to a call about a cardiac arrest at Hogan’s Clearwater, Florida home on Thursday, July 24. Paramedics reportedly transported him on a stretcher. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Getty Images (@gettyimages) Just weeks prior, Us Weekly had reported that Hogan underwent heart surgery, described as “serious” but successful. At the time, sources close to Hogan emphasized…

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