Category Archives: Americana News

That’s who you want in your corner during an emergency. Unfortunately I’ve experienced firsthand just how frustrating it can be when a loved one’s in the hospital and the doctors aren’t doing everything they could be doing. You’ve gotta either be able to advocate for yourself or have somebody there to do it for you. And luckily for Colt Ford, he had Brantley Gilbert – and it may have very well saved his life. Last year, the country rapper suffered […]

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George Strait is amazing in so many ways. At 73, the King of Country is absolutely not slowing down. Sometimes, he even seems to be revving things up a few notches. In fact, Strait dropped some broad hints on “>Instagram lately that he is prepping for a concert in his native Texas next year. His […]

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Head coach Matt Rhule provided the perfect perspective on the tragic incident that unfolded in Dallas, Texas recently. It was earlier today that the NFL made the sad announcement that Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland had passed away. Not even a week ago, he scored a defensive touchdown in the Cowboys’ game against the Arizona Cardinals: “It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning. Marshawn was a beloved teammate […]

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This next story proves that you can’t put people into boxes, even the stars of Duck Dynasty.  One might assume that all the Robertson clan members would love country music. After all, Uncle Si has released some country-tinged records, and the family’s Christmas album even featured guest appearances by Josh Turner and George Strait.  Luke Bryan […]

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Continuing his domination. Fresh off the announcement of his massive Still The Problem tour, which is set for 13 different stadiums throughout 2026, last week, Morgan Wallen has once again captured the top spot on one Billboard’s newest and most unique charts — their brand new TouchTunes Artists chart. In case you’re somehow unfamiliar with what TouchTunes is, it’s a digital jukebox which allows users to play songs at bars and restaurants from the jukebox itself or through their mobile app. […]

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Hilary Duff recently admitted that she doesn’t remember recording her hit song “What Dreams Are Made Of” during an interview with Jake Shane.

The post “I Don’t Even Remember”: Former Disney Child Star Makes Shocking Admission appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Sydney Sweeney isn’t apologizing for her American Eagle jeans ad. Back in July, clothing outfitter American Eagle called upon actress Sydney Sweeney to be a celebrity spokesperson for their jeans. Because the 27-year-old actress is conventionally attractive, the company decided to use a play on words (jeans and genes) to say that Sweeney has good jeans. Here it is in case you missed it: American Eagle’s ad campaign was obviously meant to be lighthearted, and harken the older media practice […]

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Every fan would like something that belongs to their idol. Maybe a piece of jewelry or clothing. Perhaps an autograph. But if you have stunningly deep pockets, you can have something really, truly amazing of Jelly Roll’s. It’s his Goodnight Nashville bar. The swanky watering hole is up for grabs – if you happen to […]

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The singer says his wife Kimberly Williams-Paisley felt almost like she’d lost a family member when her co-star and mentor Diane Keaton died. Continue reading…

Keeping it real. For all intents and purposes, Lainey Wilson has become one of the faces of country music this decade. Though she might not have the raw numbers of her contemporaries, Zach Bryan and Morgan Wallen, the “Heart Like a Truck” singer has captured the hearts and minds of millions of fans over the past five years and has subsequently become one of the leading artists at award shows, on the charts and on social media. In addition to […]

The post Lainey Wilson Opens Up About Dealing With Imposter Syndrome: “The Lord Don’t Put You Places He Don’t Want Ya” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.