Country superstar Carrie Underwood has joined forces with gospel singer Ben Fuller for their inspiring new release, “If It Was Up To Me.” The song serves as a poignant reminder that, while we may try to take control of our lives, we can easily miss out on the plans that God has in store for us. “If it was up to me / I’d take the easy ride / But I’d miss the grace that changed my life / Thank God I’m not the one in charge of things / I’d never know how good Your plans could be /…
Author: Kelly Whitewood
At the 2024 ACM Awards, one of the most unforgettable moments of the night came courtesy of country music legend Reba McEntire and the beloved couple Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton. Reba, with her trademark enthusiasm, introduced the duo by boldly declaring, “They were made for each other!” What followed was a performance that captivated the entire audience, leaving them in awe. Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani, known for their undeniable chemistry both on and off the stage, took their love and musical talent to new heights with their rendition of “Purple Irises.” Blake, with his signature guitar strumming, set…
In a serendipitous musical collaboration in 1997, the Bee Gees and Céline Dion came together to create the mesmerizing ballad “Immortality,” sparking an instant creative connection that resulted in a timeless masterpiece. The iconic songwriting trio, known for their unparalleled musical genius, composed “Immortality” in just four minutes, with Céline Dion in mind as the perfect voice to bring the song to life. Featured on Céline’s 1997 album “Let’s Talk About Love,” the song, while somewhat overshadowed by her monumental hit “My Heart Will Go On,” resonated deeply with fans and earned a special place in their hearts. Fans recognized…
Country hitmaker Jelly Roll proved once again that he hasn’t forgotten where he came from, showing his kind heart during a free concert in Nashville last June. On Monday night, June 17, 2024, Jelly Roll headlined 107.5 The River’s River On The Rooftop concert series at Skydeck on Broadway, alongside Haven Madison and Jessie Murph. The trio performed together, with Jessie Murph joining Jelly Roll onstage for their 2023 collaboration “Wild Ones.” However, the real surprise came when Jelly Roll’s generosity left the crowd stunned. In the audience was 18-year-old Joy Gadalla, a fan whose life had been deeply impacted…
Adam Lambert, the American Idol alum and Queen frontman, has been making waves on Broadway in his role as the Emcee in the latest revival of the classic musical Cabaret. After joining the production in September 2024, Lambert took The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon by storm on February 10, 2025, bringing the Kit Kat Club vibe to Studio 6B with an emotional performance of “I Don’t Care Much.” Lambert, backed by a live band and bathed in green light, belted out the ballad, effortlessly transporting the audience to the seedy Berlin nightclub setting of Cabaret. His velvety vocals washed…
Since her breakout victory on American Idol in 2005, Carrie Underwood has become a dominant force in the music industry, ruling country charts with hits like “Before He Cheats” and “Jesus Take the Wheel.” While her roots are firmly planted in country and gospel music, Underwood has long harbored a passion for rock—and she just made her love for the genre known in the most unexpected way. In a jaw-dropping moment that no one saw coming, Underwood joined rock band Papa Roach on stage during their Rise of the Papa Roach tour stop in Las Vegas, leaving the audience electrified.…
Kelly Clarkson took to the most famous passenger seat in the land for an unforgettable Carpool Karaoke segment, and true to form, she made even supermarket shopping worthy of a tune. Has it really been 15 years since Kelly Clarkson won American Idol? It sure has, and yet the singer has managed to avoid the pitfalls that often follow reality show fame, making a lasting impact on the music industry without any major scandals. In her Carpool Karaoke appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Clarkson proves that her talent knows no limits. Even the most mundane of…
On August 11, 2024, Post Malone surprised fans with a country performance during his set at the Outside Lands Festival in San Francisco, including a cover of Luke Combs’ hit song “When It Rains It Pours.” Known for his genre-blending style, Post delighted the crowd by taking on Combs’ upbeat anthem, a humorous recounting of a string of bad luck. Before performing, Post shared his admiration for Combs, calling him one of his inspirations, and dedicated the song to the crowd. The performance struck a chord with fans of both artists, eager to see the rock-rapper’s country influences on full…
At the 59th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, held on May 16, 2024, at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, country music star Jason Aldean delivered a moving tribute to the late Toby Keith by performing Keith’s iconic hit, “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.” Toby Keith, who passed away in February 2024 after battling stomach cancer, was a towering figure in country music. Over his career, which spanned more than three decades, Keith racked up 42 Top 10 songs, 33 No. 1 hits, and sold over 44 million albums. His songwriting and charismatic performances earned him a…
On Saturday night, October 26, the Concert for Carolina—led by Luke Combs and Eric Church—took place to raise funds for victims of Hurricane Helene. With a star-studded lineup featuring James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, Bailey Zimmerman, and many others, fans were expecting an unforgettable night filled with exceptional performances and surprises. However, a surprise moment no one saw coming was when Nicole Kidman and Eric Church led the crowd in a spontaneous rendition of “Happy Birthday” for Keith Urban. That’s exactly what happened when Kidman took the stage during the sold-out event to join her husband, Keith Urban, one of the…