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The A-Side Record Vol. 2: Latest Country Music News & Hits
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/3/23 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/3/23

The A-Side Record Vol. 2: Latest Country Music News & Hits

A weekly recap on what’s going on in country music. New music, country music happenings, and more.

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The A-Side Record Vol. 1: New Country Music Releases
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 5/25/23 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 5/25/23

The A-Side Record Vol. 1: New Country Music Releases

A weekly recap on what’s going on in country music.

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Bill Anderson Exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame
Travel Amanda Tempel 5/10/23 Travel Amanda Tempel 5/10/23

Bill Anderson Exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame

Tour Bill Anderson: As Far As I Can See, an exhibit spotlighting his musical and television career. The exhibit is open through September 2023 at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

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View the lineup for Alabama’s June Jam
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 5/6/23 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 5/6/23

View the lineup for Alabama’s June Jam

View the lineup for the 2023 Alabama June Jam.

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Interview with Luke Combs at the 2021 ACM Honors Event
Podcast, Interview Amanda Tempel 9/7/21 Podcast, Interview Amanda Tempel 9/7/21

Interview with Luke Combs at the 2021 ACM Honors Event

Luke Combs was honored with the prestigious Gene Weed Milestone Award during the 14th Annual ACM Honors. I caught up with Luke right after he came offstage from the historic Ryman Auditorium and gave a heartfelt acceptance speech.

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Trace Adkins Interview: The Way I Wanna Go Album
Podcast, Interview Amanda Tempel 8/27/21 Podcast, Interview Amanda Tempel 8/27/21

Trace Adkins Interview: The Way I Wanna Go Album

Trace Adkins interview backstage from the 2021 ACM Honors in Nashville.

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Explore Kentucky’s Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Museum
Travel, Country Music Attraction Amanda Tempel 7/21/21 Travel, Country Music Attraction Amanda Tempel 7/21/21

Explore Kentucky’s Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Museum

Get a glimpse of the Bluegrass Hall of Fame and Museum in Owensboro, Kentucky. Explore exhibits tracing the beginnings of the genre and the makers responsible for its success.

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Interview: Deana Carter celebrates album anniversary
Interview Amanda Tempel 6/1/21 Interview Amanda Tempel 6/1/21

Interview: Deana Carter celebrates album anniversary

Deana Carter looks back at the last 25 years following the success of her landmark debut album Did I Shave My Legs For this?

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Review: Thomas Rhett at Billy Bob's Texas
Travel, Country Music Attraction Amanda Tempel 5/9/21 Travel, Country Music Attraction Amanda Tempel 5/9/21

Review: Thomas Rhett at Billy Bob's Texas

Thomas Rhett returns to the stage at Billy Bob’s in Texas.

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Shenandoah Talks ‘Every Road’ and Collaborations
Interview Amanda Tempel 12/2/20 Interview Amanda Tempel 12/2/20

Shenandoah Talks ‘Every Road’ and Collaborations

Interview with Shenandoah lead singer Marty Raybon on the band’s new album “Every Road.” The collection features Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, and more. Plus, Marty talks about Shenandoah’s reign with ‘90s country music.

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Hotel of Many Colors - Graduate Nashville
Travel, Country Music Attraction Amanda Tempel 10/15/20 Travel, Country Music Attraction Amanda Tempel 10/15/20

Hotel of Many Colors - Graduate Nashville

The Graduate Nashville is a hotel inspired by Dolly Parton.

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Grand Ole Opry 95th Birthday Celebration
Travel, Grand Ole Opry Amanda Tempel 10/4/20 Travel, Grand Ole Opry Amanda Tempel 10/4/20

Grand Ole Opry 95th Birthday Celebration

The Grand Ole Opry celebrates 95 years.

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Bill Anderson Recollects Records on "The Hits Re-Imagined"
Interview Amanda Tempel 9/4/20 Interview Amanda Tempel 9/4/20

Bill Anderson Recollects Records on "The Hits Re-Imagined"

Bill Anderson discusses his latest album.

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Interview: Ty Herndon talks charity event
Interview Amanda Tempel 7/31/20 Interview Amanda Tempel 7/31/20

Interview: Ty Herndon talks charity event

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Interview: Sara Evans on ‘Copy That’ and Musical Roots
Interview Amanda Tempel 7/24/20 Interview Amanda Tempel 7/24/20

Interview: Sara Evans on ‘Copy That’ and Musical Roots

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Jeannie Seely Interview: An American Classic Album, Opry History, and Collaborations
Interview Amanda Tempel 7/15/20 Interview Amanda Tempel 7/15/20

Jeannie Seely Interview: An American Classic Album, Opry History, and Collaborations

Jeannie Seely discusses new album An American Classic

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Jamie O’Neal Interview: Sometimes Album, Shiver Anniversary, and Career Reflections
Interview Amanda Tempel 6/25/20 Interview Amanda Tempel 6/25/20

Jamie O’Neal Interview: Sometimes Album, Shiver Anniversary, and Career Reflections

Jamie O’Neal talks about the 20th anniversary of her debut album.

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Kacey Musgraves: All Of The Colors Exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame
Travel Amanda Tempel 10/5/19 Travel Amanda Tempel 10/5/19

Kacey Musgraves: All Of The Colors Exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame

Kacey Musgraves’ exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame.

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Darryl Worley on His New Album Second Wind: Latest & Greatest
Interview Amanda Tempel 9/16/19 Interview Amanda Tempel 9/16/19

Darryl Worley on His New Album Second Wind: Latest & Greatest

Darryl Worley talks about new music, plus his biggest single, “Have You Forgotten.”

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The @acmawards return to Las Vegas next month and more stars have been added to the big show! Catch Kacey Musgraves, Little Big Town, and Miranda Lambert performing on the 61st Annual Academy of Country Music Awards! 

You'll find the complete list o
The 2026 Outlaw Festival features music's best including Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Margo Price, Sierra Hull, and more. 

“Being on the road and playing for the fans is what I love to do. We don’t get to do as many shows as we used to, s
SAVE THE DATE!

@craigcampbelltv has announced the date for his 2026 Celebrity Cornhole Challenge! It's a can't-miss event for country music fans!

2026 Event Details
Date: June 2, 2026
Time: 11 AM – 4 PM
Location: 6th & Peabody

Celebrity
Chris Young is the latest country star to open a bar in Nashville! Famous Friends will be located in Midtown and visitors can expect:

High-energy, social atmosphere

A space designed for groups and gatherings

Mix of sports viewing and Music City ni
The first round of performers for this year's ACM Awards has been announced! Don't miss Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Riley Green when the show streams live on Sunday, May 17.

Along with the award show, the following events will take place during
The country charts in 1990 reflected a genre in transition. Traditional-leaning stars like George Strait, Randy Travis, and Clint Black continued to dominate the airwaves, while a new generation of artists began reshaping country music’s sound