George Strait’s Son Bubba Proves Talent Runs in the Family Country legend George Strait isn’t the only one in his family with musical chops. His son, George “Bubba” Strait Jr., may not live life in the spotlight like his dad, but he’s been making his mark behind the scenes as a songwriter. Bubba earned co-writing credits on Strait’s 2009 Billboard #1 country album Twang, including the hit single “Living for the Night.” He also co-wrote fan favorites like “Out of Sight, Out of Mind,” “Arkansas Dave,” and “He’s Got That Something Special.” Strait’s longtime collaborator Dean Dillon also had a…
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Carrie Underwood Shares Heartwarming Moment with Deaf Fan on Tour Carrie Underwood is known for her powerhouse vocals and electrifying stage presence, but during a recent stop on her Cry Pretty 360 Tour in Washington, D.C., it wasn’t just her voice that left the crowd speechless—it was an unforgettable connection with an 8-year-old fan. Young Savannah Dahan, who is deaf, held a sign in the front row that read: “I want to sign your song.” Having learned “The Champion” in American Sign Language, she instantly caught Carrie’s attention. “I think someone very special is here tonight,” Carrie told the audience…
Riley Green and Ella Langley Channel the Wild West in New Music Video Riley Green and Ella Langley brought a vintage Western flair to the music video for their hit duet, “You Look Like You Love Me.” Released earlier today, the video places Langley in the role of a saloon performer, while Green appears as the cowboy who captures her attention. Co-directed by Langley, the video flips the traditional narrative as her character makes the first move, approaching Green. With its costumes, storyline, and authentic setting, the project has been praised as one of the standout country visuals in recent…
Gracie McGraw Celebrates Reunion With Close Friend Ahead of Broadway Show Gracie McGraw, the 25-year-old daughter of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, shared her excitement on Thursday after being reunited with her close friend, Mattie Brandt. Gracie affectionately referred to Mattie as her “baby” in an Instagram Story post, sharing a smiling photo of her with the caption: “My baby is here!!!! @sweaterpuppies187.” Mattie returned the sentiment on her own Stories, posting a photo of Gracie and writing: “I made it to my baby @graciemcgra.” The reunion came just before Gracie’s Broadway Sings Taylor Swift performance at Sony Hall in…
Jelly Roll Brings 9-Year-Old Fan On Stage for “Liar” at Country Thunder Florida At Country Thunder Florida on May 4, 2025, Jelly Roll created one of the festival’s most memorable moments when he invited 9-year-old Lily on stage in Tampa to perform his song “Liar” with him. The surprise duet quickly became a highlight of the weekend, reflecting the strong connection Jelly Roll has with his fans across generations. “Liar,” one of Jelly Roll’s recent tracks, is known for its raw storytelling about personal struggles, truth, and self-deception, blending country, rock, and hip-hop influences. While Jelly Roll delivered the verses…
Kelsea Ballerini’s Thanksgiving: First Turkey, Karaoke, and Family Love 🦃🎶 Kelsea Ballerini opened her home — and her heart — this Thanksgiving, celebrating with boyfriend Chase Stokes, Kenny Chesney, her mom, and a close circle of friends, including songwriter Alysa Vanderheym. In a Nov. 29 Instagram post, the country star shared a carousel of 15 photos from the Nashville gathering. The post captured everything from her first-ever attempt at cooking a turkey (which she humbly rated a “5/10”) to a rowdy late-night round of “Thanksgiving karaoke” in front of her Christmas tree — which she happily scored “1000/10.” “Grateful for…
Gwen Stefani’s Son Zuma Shines at Blake Shelton’s Bar 🎶 In an unforgettable surprise, Gwen Stefani’s 16-year-old son Zuma made his country music debut at Ole Red, Blake Shelton’s well-known bar in Oklahoma. Usually out of the spotlight, Zuma impressed the crowd when he confidently walked on stage with a guitar, ready to perform. Blake introduced him proudly, calling it a “family moment to remember,” while Gwen watched from the audience, smiling and recording every second. Zuma performed a classic country tune with charm and ease, earning cheers and applause from the packed room. Fans were amazed by his natural…
The world fell silent when Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston parted ways. Fans were as eager and excited to see how the on-screen romance between the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood star and actress Angelina Jolie would play out in real life as they were heartbroken over the failed romance. Brad and Angelina eventually started dating. Unfortunately, years later, Jolie filed for divorce from Pitt in 2016, just after reports surfaced about an alleged incident involving Pitt and the couple’s eldest son, Maddox, on the family’s private jet. The FBI and the Los Angeles Department of Child and Family…
Ed Sheeran Gives Fan a Birthday to Remember When 19-year-old Jess Knight from Auckland was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, her life was suddenly turned upside down. One of her biggest wishes was to see Ed Sheeran live in concert, but her illness kept her from attending despite having a ticket. Her friends launched a heartfelt social media campaign to get Ed’s attention — and it worked. On her 20th birthday, Jess was stunned when Ed Sheeran walked into her hospital room at Auckland City Hospital. Without cameras or fanfare, the superstar simply sat down beside her and spent half…
Blake Shelton Creates Heartwarming Moment with 6-Year-Old Awaiting Heart Transplant Country star Blake Shelton gave fans an unforgettable moment when he invited 6-year-old Lily, who is awaiting a heart transplant, to sing alongside him at a recent charity concert raising awareness for pediatric heart conditions. Lily has lived with a congenital heart defect since birth, enduring surgeries, hospital stays, and ongoing treatments. Through it all, her love for singing has remained a source of strength. During the show, Shelton paused mid-performance and told the audience, “I’ve heard there’s someone here tonight who loves to sing just as much as I…