The winners of the 2020 People’s Choice Awards—voted on by we the people—were announced on Nov. 15. On the country music front, Blake Shelton bested Luke Combs, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert and more for Country Artist of 2020. “Y’ALL did this and this is for Y’ALL.. The best fans out there! Honored to be @peopleschoice…… MORE
1990s Country Star Doug Supernaw Dead at 60
Doug Supernaw, 60, died on Nov. 13 at his home in Texas, according to a statement on his Facebook page. Doug was diagnosed with Stage IV lung and bladder cancer in February 2019. “It is with great sadness that we announced the passing of Gold Record country artist Doug Supernaw,” read the statement, in part.…… MORE
Thomas Rhett Drops New Video for “What’s Your Favorite Country Song” [Watch]
Thomas Rhett released a video for his brand-new single, “What’s Your Country Song,” on Nov. 13. The new clip was directed by TK McKamy. Penned by Thomas Rhett, Rhett Akins, Jesse Frasure, Ashley Gorley and Parker Welling, “What’s Your Country Song” is the first taste of new music from TR’s upcoming fifth studio album. The…… MORE
Dolly Parton Celebrates Extensive Song Catalog With New Book, “Dolly Parton, Songteller,” on Nov. 17
A new book, Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics, will explore the country icon’s vast musical catalog. Written with Robert K. Oermann, the new book will be released on November 17 via Chronicle Books. In the upcoming book, Dolly will share personal stories behind the lyrics of 175 of her songs, as well as…… MORE
Lee Brice Releases New Rendition of “Go Tell It On the Mountain” [Listen]
Lee Brice shared a new recording of his favorite holiday tune, “Go Tell It On the Mountain,” on Nov. 13. The spiritual song, which celebrates the birth of Jesus, is a popular hymn during Christmastime church services. “I have been wanting to do my own version of one of my favorite Christmas songs,” says Lee. “So…… MORE
Lady A Teams With Shenandoah for New Song, “Every Time I Look at You” [Listen]
Shenandoah released a new collaborative album, Every Road, on Nov. 13. The 10-song collection of brand-new tunes features an A-list cast of collaborators, including Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Ashley McBryde, Dierks Bentley, Lady A, Zac Brown Band, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson and Brad Paisley. Shenandoah topped the charts in the late ’80s and early ’90s…… MORE
Tim McGraw to Release 14-Song Album, “McGraw Machine Hits” [Listen to “Redneck Girl” Feat. Midland]
Tim McGraw will release a new compilation album, McGraw Machine Hits: 2013-2019, on Nov. 20. The 14-song collection features past tunes “How I’ll Always Be,” “Humble and Kind,” “Truck Yeah” and more, as well as a brand-new version of “Redneck Girl” featuring Midland. “Every now and then you want to go back and hear a…… MORE
Garth Brooks Hoping New “Fun” Album Will Celebrate a Little Bit of “Healing Through Music”
After months and months of setbacks, Garth Brooks will finally release his new album, Fun, on Nov. 20. Garth revealed the name of the new album more than 20 months ago in January 2019, but its release has been delayed due to the ongoing pandemic. Now, we are just one week away from the album’s…… MORE
Watch Dan + Shay’s Family Friendly Video for “Take Me Home for Christmas”
Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay released a new video for their first original holiday song, “Take Me Home for Christmas.” The family friendly clip features Dan and wife Abby, as well as Shay, wife Hannah and their two kids enjoying some yuletide time together. The new tune was penned by Dan,…… MORE
Watch Jon Pardi Honor Joe Diffie With Rousing Rendition of “Pickup Man” at the CMA Awards
Jon Pardi paid tribute to one of his favorite artists, Joe Diffie, by performing a rousing rendition of “Pickup Man” at the CMA Awards on Nov. 11. Joe Diffie, who passed away in March due to COVID-19 complications, scored a number of hits during the 1990s, including “John Deere Green,” “Pickup Man,” “Home” and more.…… MORE
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Keep Those Texas Babies Reading
Getting our kids to read in the summer can sometimes be challenging but there are lots of teacher approved ideas and incentive programs available to keep them on track! They can earn game tokens from our Friends at Chuck E Cheese who has tons of rewards ideas for being a good student and a good…