Category Archives: Americana News

Makes a lot of sense, doesn’t it? It’s no secret that Chris Stapleton is one of the most talented artists in the music world. Yeah… I’m not saying just country. Ask any artist out there – in any genre – and they’d likely tell you that they’d kill to have the vocal power that Stapleton so effortlessly possesses. That kind of undeniable talent is sought after, which is why Stapleton is often asked to collaborate on the work of other’s. […]

The post Chris Stapleton Says He Rarely Ever Gets Asked To Co-Write…. Without Getting Asked To Sing Too first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Feeling optimistic after the divorce. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban shocked the world when they announced they were splitting up and headed for divorce at the end of 2025. Kidman first filed for divorce on September 30th, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. They had been separated and living apart since the beginning of the summer when Keith moved out. According to several sources, Kidman was trying to save the marriage, while Urban wanted out. Either way, it’s sad to see this […]

The post Nicole Kidman Reportedly Feeling “Refreshed & Optimistic” After Finalizing Divorce From Keith Urban first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Yet another cast addition to the highly anticipated Taylor Sheridan series. After a long wait and a lot of speculation, The Madison is set to premiere on March 14 on Paramount+. The Taylor Sheridan show that has been teased and talked about for years finally set a premiere date just a couple of weeks ago. That was met with a lot of excitement from fans, especially because the series has already shot and wrapped on two separate seasons. The Madison […]

The post Comedic Actor Will Arnett Added To The Cast Of Taylor Sheridan’s ‘The Madison’ first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Season 2 of the hit Taylor Sheridan series, Landman, is officially in the books. I won’t get into any spoilers on this blog, but after the season finale concluded, I think we can officially say that the season finished off STRONG. Cartel bosses, major corporate wheeling and dealing, love stories, a back alley attack, family drama, and brand new characters. Sam Elliott has showed up for Season 2, and has been incredible… perhaps his most vulnerable role yet. And we’re […]

The post The Official ‘Landman’ Playlist: Every Song From Taylor Sheridan’s West Texas Oil Drama first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Dax Shepard evidently has a knack for getting some of the biggest country stars to really open up. The actor is a household name thanks to some of his roles in TV shows like Parenthood and movies such as Without a Paddle and CHIPS. That being said, in recent years, the biggest thing he’s known for his undoubtedly his podcast, Armchair Expert, which he started in 2018. Shepard mainly interviews celebrities, but he’s been dipping into the land of musicians and artists as of late. […]

The post “I Don’t Really Enjoy It”: Chris Stapleton Is Grateful For His Career, But Doesn’t Care For The Fame That Comes With It first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

It’s small, but it’s mighty, and it’s become one of the most sought-after festival experiences in the United States—so much so that it sold out even before the lineup was announced. It’s the Laurel Cove Music Festival.

The post Laurel Cove Music Fest Reveals 2026 Lineup – Sells Out Immediately first appeared on Saving Country Music.

Worked out well for the coach…but not so much for the country star. The Chicago Bears take on the Los Angeles Rams tonight in the NFC Divisional Round tonight, after a thrilling come from behind win against the Green Bay Packers last weekend. It’s going to be frigid in Chicago for the game, but there’s no doubt the atmosphere at Soldier Field will be electric, complete with a halftime performance from country music star Chase Rice. As it turns out […]

The post Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson Once Stole Country Star Chase Rice’s Date – Kind Of: “I’m Still Mad” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Another chart-topper from the Oklahoman superstar. It was a long time coming, but on Friday, January 9th, Zach Bryan released his highly-anticipated sixth studio album, With Heaven On Top. After what seemed like a full year of controversy in 2025, ranging from the aftermath of his breakup with Barstool’s Brianna LaPaglia to attempting to fight Gavin Adcock at Born and Raised Fest, it feels like the Oklahoma native is looking to put the past behind him with the release of […]

The post 130,000 Units & Counting: Zach Bryan’s ‘With Heaven On Top’ Debuts At #1 On The All-Genre Billboard 200 first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

So much for “student athletes.” Miami quarterback Carson Beck is gearing up to try to lead the Hurricanes to a national championship tomorrow against the Indiana Hoosiers. And lucky for him, he doesn’t have to worry about balancing football with going to class – because he admitted that he doesn’t have classes anymore. Beck is now in his sixth year of playing college football, transferring to Miami this season after spending his first 5 seasons at Georgia. And the 23-year […]

The post College Football Fans Are Disgusted With The State Of The Sport After Miami QB Carson Beck’s Shocking Admission first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Piers Morgan has received a new hip following a fall while eating out in London, he posted the update to his own social media channels.

The post Popular TV Personality Undergoes Hip Surgery After Taking a Fall appeared first on Wide Open Country.