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If you happen to be reading this, Zach Bryan, we just need to tell you that this whole ring business has gotten a little ridiculous.  An eagle-eyed fan on TikTok recently noticed a giant piece of jewelry on the hand of Bryan’s girlfriend, Samantha Leonard. She was holding a cat named Stump in one of […]

The post Zach Bryan Marriage Rumors Swirling Again After Fans Spot Ring on His Girlfriend’s Finger appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Steve Cropper, the revered guitarist who worked with some of the greatest names in the music business, has died at the age of 84, per Parade via Variety. According to the outlet, Cropper’s influence on multiple genres cannot be underestimated. It was simply colossal and utterly sublime. He left his unforgettable mark in numerous ways. […]

The post Iconic Songwriter and Blues Brothers Guitarist Passes Away at Age 84: “His Solos Never Outstay Their Welcome” appeared first on Wide Open Country.

It’s been a while since we heard any updates on The Madison, one of the many upcoming Yellowstone spin-offs from writer Taylor Sheridan.  Back in September, we got word that Kurt Russell would join the main cast alongside Michelle Pfiefer, Patrick J. Adams, and Matthew Fox.  Now, thanks to the folks at Collider, there is surprising news: filming […]

The post Taylor Sheridan Is Already Working on Season 2 of a ‘Yellowstone’ Spin-off Before Season 1 Has Even Aired appeared first on Wide Open Country.

I mean, if you jump onstage without an invitation, you get what you get… Today, Kenny Chesney is the guest on SiriusXM’s The Howard Stern Show, where he talked about his new memoir “Heart Life Music,” in addition to performing “You and Tequila,” and he also talked about his first ever real rejection that gave him just a taste of what it’s like in the music industry. And he recalled a very specific show in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the Steelers stadium in 2007, […]

The post Kenny Chesney Once Punched A Fan Who Picked Him Up While He Was Walking To The Stage: “Gonna Cost Me Every Penny I Made Tonight” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Got to make sure that they stand out. When creating a band name, it makes sense that it’s a group thought to ensure you land on a name that represents your music, along with your vibe. But of course, on top of that, it needs to be catchy enough to stick, but not so catchy that other people have already used that name. While I’ve never had to pick a band name, I can imagine the experience is quite comical […]

The post Treaty Oak Revival Made Sure Their Name Was Google-Friendly Before Officially Deciding On It: “If You Search That Name, You’re Going To Find Us” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Odell Beckham Jr. ironically can’t catch a break at the moment. The 33-year-old NFL wide receiver, who is currently a free agent (and just wrapped up a six-game doping ban), is currently making headlines for some tone deaf comments about money management. Beckham Jr. rose to NFL fame after his famous one-handed catch in 2013. That later led to him signing a 5-year, $95 million contract with the New York Giants in 2018. He’s since bounced around the league, joining […]

The post Odell Beckham Jr. Responds To Backlash Over Comments About A $100 Million Contract Not Lasting Forever: “Completely Out Of Context” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Steve McBee Sr. of the reality series The McBee Dynasty: Real American Cowboys is immersed in a drama of his own these days. The patriarch of the clan went off to a federal prison in Yankton, South Dakota, on December 1. He is serving a two-year sentence for federal crop insurance fraud, per People. McBee […]

The post Reality Star Steve McBee Starts Serving Two-Year Federal Prison Sentence, Hopes for Pardon: “I’m Trying To Find All the Positives” appeared first on Wide Open Country.

The beauty of live music. When it comes to Cody Johnson, we all know at this point that he’s willing to go the extra mile to give fans the best experience he possibly can from show to show and album to album. Of course, his track record already proves this with multiple CMA, ACM and Nashville Songwriters Awards over the past few years, notably his recent Male Vocalist of the Year win last month at the CMAs, and continued placement […]

The post Cody Johnson Says Most Of His Live Shows Aren’t Rehearsed – “98% Of What You See On Stage Is Stuff That Just Happens” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

John Rich is going after Sean “Diddy” Combs… I didn’t have that on my “2025 Bingo Card,” but here we are. Country music artist John Rich isn’t afraid to say what’s on his mind. He’s actually been very outspoken about his politics in recent years, and in a way, it’s helped grow his fanbase up a bit. The one half of Big & Rich and the founder of Redneck Riviera consistently takes his thoughts to social media, and the latest […]

The post “Is Anyone Gonna Rebut This Devil?” – John Rich On Why He Went After “Demon Possessed” Diddy With New Song, “The Righteous Hunter” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

‘Tis the season for reflection! As the year winds down, it’s always fun to look back and see what ground we’ve covered in the last 12 months. And in one of our favorite traditions here at No Depression, we’re asking our readers to