Country Music News: Breaking Stories, Tours, Albums & Interviews

The Grand Ole Opry will honor Charley Pride with a special Sept. 22 show featuring Darius Rucker, Pam Tillis, Neal McCoy, Dion Pride, and more.

Craig Morgan will host his first Veterans Day 5K at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville on Nov. 7, with proceeds supporting military and veteran organizations.

Laci Kaye Booth will launch her first headline tour in September 2026 alongside support dates with Ella Langley and Brad Paisley.

Smithfield will release the eight-song Country With Heart, Part 2 on Sept. 11, featuring “Drunk Love You” and “All Over Nashville.”

A new documentary explores Randy Owen’s journey from Fort Payne, Alabama, to country music history.

Jon Pardi will take his Gamblin’ Man Tour to 19 U.S. cities this fall, including Fort Wayne, with support from Alexandra Kay and Sadie Bass..

Morgan Wallen will release his new song “Been By Now” on July 24 after surprising fans with its first live performance in Baltimore.

Randy Travis will release an album of previously unreleased original songs in late 2026, with “Fish On” serving as the project’s first single.

County Line Country Fest 2026 brings Scotty McCreery, Brothers Osborne, Warren Zeiders and more to Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, from July 30 through August 1.

Charlie Worsham’s Once Upon A Second Time Around marks his first full-length independent album and reflects on two decades of life, music, and relationships in Nashville

Garth Brooks is returning to arenas with the 2026 Blame It All On My Roots Tour, beginning with two shows at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

A running list of every country song that reached No. 1 in 2000, including chart dates and total weeks at the top.

Ricky Skaggs is back with “Say A Prayer,” a new single that brings together country, bluegrass and rock influences..

Moody Center has honored George Strait with a new backstage lounge called The Troubadour, tying the Austin arena even closer to the King of Country’s Texas legacy.

Kenny Chesney will release Silver Sands Marina on September 25, with “Carry On” and the title track offering the first look at his 21st album.

Disney Celebrates America: Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash will air live July 4 with Ryan Seacrest hosting and performances from Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Little Big Town and more.

Lakelin Lemmings will release her self-titled debut album on July 24, featuring 16 songs that highlight her songwriting, country roots and rising voice in the genre.

Alan Jackson has released a country-seasoned version of “Still the One,” turning the Orleans classic into a personal tribute to his wife, Denise

Plan your visit to Kenny Chesney’s Living in Fast Forward exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, featuring personal artifacts, career memorabilia and stories from his East Tennessee roots.

Miranda Lambert’s Crisco album arrives October 2 with 12 songs, including “A Song To Sing” with Chris Stapleton.

Shenandoah is celebrating 40 years of country music with a 2026 anniversary tour featuring career-spanning hits and dates across the country.

Rhett Akins was surprised by Jon Pardi with an invitation to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry..

Thomas Rhett will receive the 113th star on the Music City Walk of Fame during a public ceremony in Nashville on July 8, 2026.

Dan + Shay will launch The Young Tour this fall in support of their upcoming album, Young, with Tyler Hubbard and Josh Ross joining most dates.

The ongoing project gives fans access to unreleased songs, new recordings and the country sounds that shaped Paisley’s early career.

Clint Black and Midland are teaming up for eight fall 2026 concerts, giving country fans a limited chance to see the two acts share the stage.

Carly Pearce’s Honest Woman album arrives August 28 with 16 songs, released tracks including “Church Girl” and “She Don’t,” and appearances from Riley Green, Molly Tuttle and Dan Tyminski.