Justin Moore & Wife Kate Want More Kids — Later

Justin Moore and wife Kate are the proud parents of two daughters — Ella, who just turned three; and Kennedy, who is a year old. Justin, who was an only child, is excited that his children will grow up with siblings. While he’d like a son one day, he’s also okay if he remains outnumbered […] Continue Reading →

The Band Perry Is Relieved by the Success of “Better Dig Two”

The Band Perry is enjoying their latest No. 1 song with “Better Dig Two.” The song has just claimed the top spot on the Billboard Country Chart for a second consecutive week and has also made it to No. 1 on Mediabase. The trio is relieved that the lead single from their sophomore album has […] Continue Reading →

Dierks Bentley Surprises Singing Walmart Cashier Kayla Slone

Kayla Slone brightens the day of customers who come through her checkout lane at a West Virginia Walmart, singing traditional country songs from the likes of Dolly Parton and Reba. A customer filmed Kayla singing and posted the clip on Facebook. Within days, the clip went viral. Hear Kayla sing! Anderson Cooper invited Kayla to […] Continue Reading →

Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley & Luke Bryan to Headline Faster Horses Festival

Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley and Luke Bryan will headline the Faster Horses Festival July 19, 20, 21 in Brooklyn, MI. The inaugural event will also feature Kix Brooks, Chris Young, Colt Ford, Thompson Square, Jerrod Niemann and more. Three-day festival passes start at $170 and go on sale Monday, February 25 at www.fasterhorsesfestival.com. The Faster Horses […] Continue Reading →

GAC Album Review: Blue Sky Riders’ Finally Home

What sets the Blue Sky Riders apart is the unique diversity and songwriting talents of its members. And it’s not just the lyrical content, but also the ability to craft tightly woven songs full of dazzling harmonies. Kenny Loggins (writer of such pop classics as “Footloose,” “What A Fool Believes,” “I’m Alriht,” “This Is It,” […] Continue Reading →

WSM’s Eddie Stubbs Welcomes Don Williams to Interview Series

Eddie Stubbs, host of 650 AM WSM’s evening show, will welcome Don Williams to his ‘Intimate Evening’ interview series on Monday, February 18. Taking place live from the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Don will be joined by his longtime producer, Garth Fundis. The special will air at 8p|7c. Read our review of […] Continue Reading →

Mindy McCready Dead from Suicide at 37

GAC extends condolences to the family, friends and fans of Mindy McCready. E!Online reports Mindy, 37, died today from an apparent suicide. Nashville’s Fox 17 News reporter Stacy McCloud confirmed the death. Following the January 13 suicide of her boyfriend, David Wilson, 34, Mindy’s already-troubled life got worse. Her two children, Zander, 6, and Zayne, […] Continue Reading →

Randy Houser Recalls Moving to Nashville with a Specific Vision

Randy Houser released his new album, How Country Feels, last month. To help celebrate, he visited Walmart Soundcheck for several  intimate performances of his news songs as well as his hit “Boots On.” He also talked about his new music and being creative. Read our review of Rand Houser’s How Country Feels >> “This album […] Continue Reading →

Carrie Underwood Remains at No. 1 on Top 20

Carrie Underwood is at No. 1 with “Two Black Cadillacs” for a second week in a row on GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown. Don Williams with Keith Urban, Gary Allan, Taylor Swift and The Band Perry round out the Top 5 while Faith Hill returns to the Top 10 with her latest video, “American Heart.” […] Continue Reading →

Top 10 Country Tweets of the Week

Country music stars sure love Twitter! This week, country stars are at the GRAMMYs! Plus, Tim McGraw sends his luck to men on Valentine’s Day while Lady Antebellum makes their best pun and Kip Moore celebrates “Beer Money” instead of love. And who’s that filming Malibu Country with Reba? Here are our picks for this […] Continue Reading →