Category Archives: Americana News

Remember the name Tucker Knisell. There’s no denying that the independent country scene has gotten jam-packed over the past decade. Whether it’s giants such as Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson and Turnpike Troubadours becoming torchbearers for the genre or budding talent such as Colby Acuff and Drayton Farley, it’s been harder than ever before to truly keep track of who’s who in the genre. With that being said, however, there are also a plethora of artists out there who are seemingly […]

The post Newcomer Tucker Knisell Delivers Ode To West Virginian Roots In Stellar New Song, “Mutts” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

The next era of Morgan Wallen is here. Last night, the country music superstar debuted a brand new song titled “Been By Now” for fans in Baltimore, Maryland. Set for an official release on July 24th, the song is our first taste of what presumably will be Morgan’s next album, and the sold-out crowd at M&T Bank Stadium got the exclusive first listen. Written by Wallen alongside Charlie Handsome, John Byron, Blake Pendergrass, Rocky Block and Taylor Phillips, Morgan introduced […]

The post Morgan Wallen Debuts Brand New Single “Been By Now” For Baltimore Crowd first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

This week on Folk Alley, join Cindy Howes as we share new music from Jobi Riccio, Brent Cobb, Bella White, and Chris Pierce. We honor the late Dave Carter and celebrate birthdays of Emily Saliers and Rufus Wainwright. 

The post Folk Alley Radio Show: Old, New, Always for You appeared first on Folk Alley.

Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo have finalized their divorce, and newly released court documents reveal key details about how they agreed to divide assets and move forward. Continue reading…

As soon as Cody Jinks took the stage, rain started coming down steady. Then three songs in, the show was called due to lightning in the area. But Cody eventually re-emerged, playing a spirited set.

The post Weather Disrupts Spirited Cody Jinks Set at Under The Big Sky Fest first appeared on Saving Country Music.

There have been lots of concerns about Lionel Richie following his health scare. But, Luke Bryan had one (on-brand) question to ask him.

The post What Luke Bryan Told Lionel Richie After Health Scare appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Joe Nichols had about five minutes to get from sweats to stage — and he still managed to blow it in front of Hank Williams Jr. Continue reading…

A man called the police around 11am, following the kidnapping. He said he had guns and ammunition, and asked to speak to the FBI.

The post Two Arrested in Kidnapping of California Federal Agents: Timeline appeared first on Wide Open Country.

He was riding one of the most picturesque and beautiful rides in Disney World when the tragic medical emergency happened.

The post Disney World Guest Suffers Heart Failure on Iconic Ride appeared first on Wide Open Country.

The Tennessee Titans announced that they are inducting running back Chris Johnson into the franchise’s Ring of Honor. The ceremony will take place during halftime of the team’s 2026 season opener at Nissan Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13. Johnson was drafted by the Titans in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft and spent […]

The post Titans to Induct NFL Star in Ring of Honor Following Heartbreaking Diagnosis appeared first on Wide Open Country.