Social Media Roundup: Jon Pardi’s Gold Certification, Miranda Lambert’s British Invasion, Brantley Gilbert’s Harleys & More

If you don’t have time to comb through social media all day, here’s what you’ve been missing over the last 24 hours or so in the country music world: Miranda Lambert performs in England for the first time. Dierks Bentley presents Jon Pardi with a gold record. Kelsea Ballerini celebrates Top 40 success. Reba visits…MORE

Watch Blake Shelton Thank Country Radio in New Video That Features His 24 No. 1 Hits

It may not be Thanksgiving, but that hasn’t stopped Blake Shelton from showing his gratitude this week. After thanking Nashville songwriters for their “incredible” contributions to his musical catalogue in a Facebook post on Aug. 21, Blake released a video on Twitter today (Aug. 23) in which he thanked country radio for “lettin’ me entertain…MORE

Photo Gallery: Inside Loretta Lynn’s New Hall of Fame Exhibit as Brandy Clark, Kacey Musgraves & Margo Price Honor the Icon

Family, friends, colleagues and industry insiders gathered at the Country Music Hall of Fame last night (Aug. 22) to celebrate Loretta Lynn’s new exhibit, Loretta Lynn: Blue Kentucky Girl. Although Loretta was not present—she hasn’t made a public appearance since suffering a stroke in May—artists Margo Price, Brandy Clark and Kacey Musgraves stepped onto the stage…MORE

NCD Exclusive: Luke Bryan Talks About New Single and Upcoming Album: “I Still Get as Stressed as Ever” But “It’s Pretty Special Stuff”

Early this morning (Aug. 23), Luke Bryan released a new single, “Light It Up,” which is the first single from his upcoming sixth studio album due later this year. The new tune focuses on the singer’s unrequited love for a girl as he beckons her to “light it up,” a reference to calling him back…MORE

Oh Snap! Tim McGraw to Design His Own Line of Fitness Clubs

The perpetually ripped Tim McGraw announced that he is partnering with Snap Fitness to design a line of fitness clubs called TRU MAV Signature Clubs. “Fitness and healthy living are a key part of my music and life, which is why I want to encourage you to leave your comfort zone and get fit,” said…MORE

American Idol Auditions Hit Texas Next Friday First Stop

What no Dallas date?  Nope, doesn’t seem like it.  If this is your turn, your chance – to Audition for American Idol, it’s going to be a road trip.  Houston Sept 2nd  or  San Antonio Sept 4th  TEXAS! We're coming to see y'all! We'll be in Houston on 9/2 and San Antonio on 9/4. Can…MORE

10 of the Best Unsigned Country Artists

Many artists who were previously unsigned have gone on to record contracts and incredible success.  WideOpenCountry came up with their own list to name these TOP 10! 10. Flatland Cavalry This band is from Lubbock Texas, were inspired by Randy Rogers, and delivers a folk sound and spend most of the time playing live shows…MORE

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Keep Those Texas Babies Reading

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…