Category Archives: NCD News

In Honor of Labor Day, the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music History: #11–20

In Honor of Labor Day, the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music History: #11–20

It’s time to clock in—we’ve got the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music. Today, Sept. 1, we’re featuring #11–20. Country music throughout the decades has not only embraced its working class roots, it’s made a point to praise them. Yes, work is tough, as Merle Haggard wrote in “Workin’ Man’s Blues” or as George…MORE

Did a Bell Ring? Because Eric Paslay Got His Wings

Did a Bell Ring? Because Eric Paslay Got His Wings

It may sound like an odd request but when Eric Paslay needed a set of wings, he knew just who to ask. The singer/songwriter went straight to renowned artist Kelsey Montague—known for her original angel wing street art—and asked her to paint a set of wings for his upcoming tour. Eric’s new single, “Angels in…MORE

Maren Morris and Alicia Keys Cross Paths on “CMT Crossroads”

Maren Morris and Alicia Keys Cross Paths on “CMT Crossroads”

What do you get when you bring Maren Morris and pop star Alicia Keys together onstage? CMT’s hit show, Crossroads, starring two of music’s hippest ladies. Maren and Alicia taped the latest episode on Wednesday night (Aug. 31) for an invite-only crowd at The Factory in Franklin, Tenn. The audience was treated to hits such…MORE

In Honor of Labor Day, the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music History: #21–30

In Honor of Labor Day, the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music History: #21–30

It’s time to clock in—we’ve got the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music. Today, Aug. 31, we’re featuring #21–30. Country music throughout the decades has not only embraced its working class roots, it’s made a point to praise them. Yes, work is tough, as Merle Haggard wrote in “Workin’ Man’s Blues” or as George…MORE

In Honor of Labor Day, the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music History: #21–30

In Honor of Labor Day, the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music History: #21–30

It’s time to clock in—we’ve got the 40 Hardest Working Songs in Country Music. Today, Aug. 31, we’re featuring #21–30. Country music throughout the decades has not only embraced its working class roots, it’s made a point to praise them. Yes, work is tough, as Merle Haggard wrote in “Workin’ Man’s Blues” or as George…MORE

Who Got Snubbed? The 12 Biggest CMA Nomination Snubs of 2016

Who Got Snubbed? The 12 Biggest CMA Nomination Snubs of 2016

Entertainer of the Year Garth Brooks Luke Bryan Chris Stapleton Carrie Underwood Keith Urban Biggest Snub: Jason Aldean Female Vocalist of the Year Kelsea Ballerini Miranda Lambert Maren Morris Kacey Musgraves Carrie Underwood Biggest Snubs: Jennifer Nettles, Brandy Clark Male Vocalist of the Year Dierks Bentley Eric Church Tim McGraw Chris Stapleton Keith Urban Biggest…MORE

Top 5 Television-Worthy Performances From the 10th Annual ACM Honors Ceremony

Top 5 Television-Worthy Performances From the 10th Annual ACM Honors Ceremony

It was a muggy 95-degrees in Nashville yesterday (Aug. 30), but it was even hotter in the Ryman Auditorium last night for the 10th annual ACM Honors. Seriously, the Mother Church needs a new AC, but that didn’t stop the capacity crowd from enjoying a bevy of performances from country music’s biggest stars as they…MORE

CMA Award Nominations Announced: Eric Church, Chris Stapleton & Maren Morris Lead the Pack With 5 Nods—Aldean and Shelton Shutout

CMA Award Nominations Announced: Eric Church, Chris Stapleton & Maren Morris Lead the Pack With 5 Nods—Aldean and Shelton Shutout

The CMA Awards were announced Wednesday morning (Aug. 31) on ABC’s Good Morning America with help from Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley and Cam, who read the list of nominees live from the Grand Ole Opry house in Nashville. Newcomer Maren Morris, Chris Stapleton and Eric Church lead the pack with five nominations each. Carrie Underwood, Dierks…MORE

RaeLynn Shares New Music From Upcoming Album With Fans

RaeLynn Shares New Music From Upcoming Album With Fans

Some of RaeLynn’s biggest fans gathered for Nash FM 103.3 Presents RaeLynn in the Music City Performance Studio brought to you by Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee event Tuesday afternoon (Aug.30) to get a first listen to the rising star’s upcoming album. RaeLynn took the stage to talk with approximately 25 of her closest friends about…MORE