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Ty Herndon’s “What Mattered Most” - A Look Back & What’s Next
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/26/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/26/25

Ty Herndon’s “What Mattered Most” - A Look Back & What’s Next

In 1995, Ty Herndon’s debut single “What Mattered Most” launched him into stardom, and three decades later, he’s bringing the song full circle.

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Headwaters Country Jam 2025: Full Lineup & Festival Details
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/23/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/23/25

Headwaters Country Jam 2025: Full Lineup & Festival Details

Headwaters Country Jam 2025 brings three days of live country music to Montana with performances by Koe Wetzel, Dwight Yoakam, Flatland Calvary, and more.

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Exile Wins Emmy for 60 Years of Music Documentary
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/23/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/23/25

Exile Wins Emmy for 60 Years of Music Documentary

Exile takes home a Regional Emmy for 60 Years of Music, a powerful KET documentary chronicling their legendary 60-year career.

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Zach Top Announces New Album Ain’t In It For My Health
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/23/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/23/25

Zach Top Announces New Album Ain’t In It For My Health

Zach Top returns August 29 with Ain’t In It For My Health, a new album packed exclusive vinyl surprises.

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Rock the Rind 2026: Full Lineup & Festival Details
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/21/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/21/25

Rock the Rind 2026: Full Lineup & Festival Details

Rock the Rind 2025 brings three nights of country music and summer fun to Brownstown, Indiana, as part of the Jackson County Watermelon Festival.

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Lainey Wilson Announces 2025 Whirlwind World Tour Dates
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/21/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/21/25

Lainey Wilson Announces 2025 Whirlwind World Tour Dates

Lainey Wilson hits the road this August for her 2025 Whirlwind World Tour, joined by a stellar lineup of opening acts across the U.S. and Canada.

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Tyler Rich Announces Fall 2025 Tour and New Music
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/20/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/20/25

Tyler Rich Announces Fall 2025 Tour and New Music

Tyler Rich is heading back on tour this fall and bringing new music with him, including the heartfelt singles “When” and “Summer of Us.

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2026 Cheyenne Frontier Days: Concert Lineup and Ticket Info
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/20/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/20/25

2026 Cheyenne Frontier Days: Concert Lineup and Ticket Info

This year’s Cheyenne Frontier Days brings a powerhouse lineup of country stars and rising talent for an unforgettable week of music and rodeo.

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Pam Tillis on Songwriting and Inspiring a New Generation
Country Music News, Interview Amanda Tempel 7/20/25 Country Music News, Interview Amanda Tempel 7/20/25

Pam Tillis on Songwriting and Inspiring a New Generation

In this interview, Pam Tillis reflects on her creative journey, her album Looking For a Feeling, and her impact on today's country stars.

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1992 CMA Awards: Performers, Winners, and Show Highlights
CMA Awards Amanda Tempel 7/20/25 CMA Awards Amanda Tempel 7/20/25

1992 CMA Awards: Performers, Winners, and Show Highlights

Vince Gill and Travis Tritt led the 1992 CMA Awards with six nominations. Relieve all the highlights from the country music awards!

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Zachariah Smith Talks Music, Touring, and His Next Chapter
Country Music News, Interview Amanda Tempel 7/14/25 Country Music News, Interview Amanda Tempel 7/14/25

Zachariah Smith Talks Music, Touring, and His Next Chapter

Zachariah Smith reflects on his American Idol experience, musical influences, and the road ahead as he headlines his first major tour and works on new music.

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Your Complete Guide to the 2026 ACM Honors Event
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/13/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/13/25

Your Complete Guide to the 2026 ACM Honors Event

The 18th ACM Honors returns August 20, 2025, celebrating the artists, songwriters, and industry leaders shaping country music’s present and future.

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1991 CMA Awards: Performers, Winners, and Show Highlights
CMA Awards Amanda Tempel 7/13/25 CMA Awards Amanda Tempel 7/13/25

1991 CMA Awards: Performers, Winners, and Show Highlights

Vince Gill and Alan Jackson led the 1991 CMA Awards with six nominations. Relieve all the highlights from the country music awards!

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Josh Turner and LOCASH to Perform on “A Capitol Fourth” 2025
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/1/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/1/25

Josh Turner and LOCASH to Perform on “A Capitol Fourth” 2025

Josh Turner and LOCASH join a star-packed lineup for “A Capitol Fourth,” airing live July 4 on PBS and YouTube from the U.S. Capitol’s West Lawn.

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Country Stars Announce 2025 Christmas Tours
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/1/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/1/25

Country Stars Announce 2025 Christmas Tours

Celebrate the holidays with festive performances as your favorite country artists hit the road for magical Christmas tours in 2025.

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Jason Aldean Announces Full Throttle World Tour
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/1/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 7/1/25

Jason Aldean Announces Full Throttle World Tour

Jason Aldean is taking his Full Throttle World Tour global in 2026, marking his first-ever headlining shows in New Zealand and a return to Australia.

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1990 CMA Awards: Performers, Winners, and Show Highlights
Country Music News, CMA Awards Amanda Tempel 6/29/25 Country Music News, CMA Awards Amanda Tempel 6/29/25

1990 CMA Awards: Performers, Winners, and Show Highlights

Garth Brooks led the 1990 CMA Awards with five nominations. Relieve all the highlights from the country music awards!

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Your Ultimate Guide to CMA Fest 2026 in Nashville
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/26/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/26/25

Your Ultimate Guide to CMA Fest 2026 in Nashville

Get ready for CMA Fest 2026 with everything you need to know about tickets, dates, stages, and making the most of your country music-filled weekend in Nashville.

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ROMP Music Fest 2025 Lineup: View the Schedule 
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/23/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/23/25

ROMP Music Fest 2025 Lineup: View the Schedule 

ROMP Music Fest returns to Owensboro, Kentucky from June 25–28 with a stacked lineup, unique workshops, local food, and headliner Wynonna Judd.

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Zach Top Announces 2025 Fall Tour 
Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/23/25 Country Music News Amanda Tempel 6/23/25

Zach Top Announces 2025 Fall Tour 

Zach Top hits the road this fall on his first arena headlining run, bringing traditional country to fans nationwide with his Cold Beer & Country Music Tour.

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Tonight's the night! Powerhouse LeAnn Rimes is set to star as Dixie in the ABC drama 9-1-1: Nashville. Who's excited to watch?
Superstar @laineywilson will host this year’s #cmaawards! She becomes the third solo female to host the show - @dollyparton did it first in 1988, followed by @reba in 1991.

The CMA Awards air live on @abc on November 19!
@rileyduckman just announced his "Cowboy As It Gets Tour," which kicks off next spring!

Visit AcrossTheCountry.com to get the dates, plus find out who's joining him on tour!
Don't miss the next episode of Across The Country with Amanda! I'll be sharing this year's nominees for the 59th Annual CMA Awards!

You'll hear hits from @megmoroney, @laineywilson, and @ellalangleymusic, who lead this year's nominations with six ea
Superstar performance from @cayleehammack at @frenchlickentertainment this weekend! Go stream “Bed of Roses” - it’s quickly become a go-to album for me. 🌹Can’t wait to dive into her new book! 📖
Jeannie Seely was such a light in this world. Getting the chance to talk with her about one of her albums was a dream. This quote was from that interview. She truly had a way of making everyone feel like they mattered. 💜

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