The survivors and families of the victims who were killed during the mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas on Oct. 1, 2017, have reached a $800 million settlement with MGM Resorts International, according to CNN. MGM Resorts owns Mandalay Bay Hotel, where a lone gunman opened fire from the 32nd…… MORE
Carrie Underwood Shines on New Rendition of “O Holy Night” [Listen]
Carrie Underwood released her first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, on Sept. 25. The 11-song album features a combination of beloved traditional favorites, such as “O Holy Night,” “Silent Night” and “Away in the Manger,” as well as original material, including “Sweet Baby Jesus” and “Let There Be Peace.” Composed in the mid-1800s by Adolphe Adam…… MORE
Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Kane Brown, LBT, Dan + Shay & Ashley McBryde to Perform at CMT Awards
CMT announced its first round of performers for the 2020 CMT Music Awards on Oct. 21: Ashley McBryde, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan and Maren Morris. The fan-voted CMT Awards hand out annual awards in a number of categories, including Video of the Year, Collaborative Video of the Year, Breakthrough…… MORE
Opry to Celebrate 95th Anniversary in October With Little Big Town, Dierks Bentley, Carly Pearce, Clint Black & More
The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate its 95th anniversary with a number of shows in October featuring Dierks Bentley, Little Big Town, Carly Pearce, Vince Gill, Clint Black, Lauren Alaina, Josh Turner, Brandy Clark, Chris Janson and more. Oct. 3: Dierks Bentley, Terri Clark, Vince Gill, Lorrie Morgan Oct. 10: Carly Pearce, Jeannie Seely, Josh…… MORE
Listen to Dolly Parton’s Festive New Holiday Song, “Christmas on the Square”
Dolly Parton will drop her new holiday album, A Holly Dolly Christmas, on Oct. 2. The new release will be Dolly’s first holiday album since 1990’s Home for Christmas. The 12-song collection features several holiday standards, including “Mary, Did You Know,” “I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus,” “Holly Jolly Christmas” and more, as well as…… MORE
Watch Brothers Osborne Turn “All Night” Video Into At-Home Puppet Party
John and TJ Osborne of Brothers Osborne released a new video for their current single, “All Night.” Directed by frequent collaborators Wes Edwards and Ryan Silver, the creative new clip features a guy running out of ways to entertain himself at home until the Brothers send him a couple of Covid-approved guests in the form…… MORE
Listen to Carrie Underwood’s Serene Rendition of “Silent Night”
Carrie Underwood released her first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, on Sept. 25. The 11-song album features a combination of beloved traditional favorites, such as “Mary, Did You Know?” “Silent Night” and “Away in the Manger,” as well as original material, including “Sweet Baby Jesus” and “Let There Be Peace.” Composed in 1818 by Franz Xaver…… MORE
Country Stars Remember Mac Davis, Including Reba McEntire, Kenny Chesney, Travis Tritt & More
A number of country artists paid tribute to singer/songwriter Mac Davis, 78, who passed away on Sept. 29 after heart surgery. Reba McEntire, Kenny Chesney, Travis Tritt, Jake Owen and more shared their messages of love and remembrance via social media and statements. Travis Tritt via Twitter: “Very sad tonight! I just heard that legendary…… MORE
Singer/Songwriter Mac Davis Dead at 78
Singer/songwriter Mac Davis died on Sept. 29 at age 78 following heart surgery. The announcement was made by Mac’s long-time manager and friend Jim Morey, who said Mac was surrounded by family at the time of his passing. “Mac Davis has been my client for over 40 years, and more importantly, my best friend,” Morey…… MORE
Luke Combs & Ashley Gorley Win Nashville Songwriter Awards From the NSAI
The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) announced its Songwriter of the Year and Songwriter/Artist of the Year as part of its annual Nashville Songwriter Awards. Songwriter/Artist of the Year: Luke Combs Songwriter of the Year: Ashley Gorley This marks the second year in a row Luke has been named Songwriter/Artist of the Year, while Ashley…… MORE
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Our Thoughts on NBC’s Opry 100
The Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary celebration on NBC Wednesday night (3-19) was a cavalcade of country music stars singing classic country songs. The show began with Reba McEntire singing Loretta Lynn’s “You Ain’t Woman Enough,” followed by a duet with Trisha Yearwood on “The Night The Lights Went Out in Georgia.” Ketch Secor, Jamey…
Spring Break Ideas for the Kiddos…
If your kids are anything like ours, they’re already bored. Thanks to Gretchen at BoiseDev – here are some fun things to do with your Spring Breakers this week: · 🎳Cheap Bowling: Emerald Lanes in Boise charges $4.75 per person per game or $30 per lane per hour Monday through Thursday.…
Top Things We’re Looking Forward to This Weekend in Kissin’ Country!
Spring is almost here, and this weekend in Kissin’ Country is packed with awesome events for the whole family! We’ve teamed up with our friend Becca at BoiseWithKids.com to highlight some of the best activities happening around town. From sweet treats to festive celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Pi Day Deals – Friday,…