Category Archives: Americana News

One reason that the December 20 episode of SNL was notable was the departure of longtime cast member Bowen Yang. Another was the question of whether musical guest Cher was lip-syncing. The legendary vocalist and actress, 79, seemed to some to be mouthing the lyrics to the songs she performed. Fans crave authenticity and shun […]

The post Fans Are in a Frenzy Over Whether Cher Lip-Synced on ‘SNL’: “What a Bummer” appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Farmer Wants a Wife star Colton Hendricks surprised fans by quietly tying the knot. Just months after going public with his relationship, the Season 3 farmer got married in a weekend ceremony surrounded by family and friends. Continue reading…

Finally reopen. It’s hard to believe that it’s been nearly 5 years since the horrific bombing in downtown Nashville on Christmas Day back in 2020. The RV bombing, carried out by Anthony Warner on the early morning hours of December 25, injured eight and caused millions of dollars in damage to nearby buildings, as well as knocking out cell phone and 911 service to many in the area for hours afterwards. You probably remember the haunting videos of the six […]

The post Downtown Nashville Street Reopens For The First Time Since 2020 Christmas Day Bombing first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Jessie Murph talked about growing up in Alabama and got vulnerable about her relationship with her father in a new interview with Bunnie Xo.

The post Jessie Murph Hasn’t Spoken to Her Dad Since She Released This Hit Song appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Strong emotions can get triggered around the holidays, and Walker Hayes is no exception. He recently shared how he’s dealing with grief.

The post Country Singer Opens Up About His Grief After Daughter’s Death appeared first on Wide Open Country.

It did eventually get released, and that’s what matters… But a whole decade is a long time to wait to put out a song this good. Chris Stapleton scored another #1 hit in 2024, when the lead single from his album Higher, “White Horse,” topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart. It would go on to win  the Grammy Award for Best Country Solo Performance and Country Song at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, in addition to winning Single of the […]

The post Chris Stapleton Actually Wrote “White Horse” Over 10 Years Ago For The Johnny Depp ‘Lone Ranger’ Remake first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage and massive dislocation for residents of states including the Carolinas, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee, per Britannica.com. Some 250 people perished. The cost of this September 2024 storm was immense, believed to be approximately $200 billion. And there was a toll that got somewhat less attention but was truly heartbreaking to […]

The post Kitty Returned to Owners After Going Missing For More Than a Year Following Hurricane Helene appeared first on Wide Open Country.

After a rigorous nomination and voting process compiling ten select albums and a host of honorable mentions, something nearing a universal consensus has centered around one album in 2025.

The post The Saving Country Music 2025 Album of the Year first appeared on Saving Country Music.

Walker Hayes admits he’s struggling with difficult emotions as the holidays grow near. Continue reading…