Tim McGraw To Hit The Road On ‘Pawn Shop Guitar Tour’

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Tim McGraw. Photo: Tyler Conrad

Tim McGraw will hit the road this summer on the “Pawn Shop Guitar Tour.”

Kicking off July 9 in Bethel, New York, the 33-date trek will stop in New Jersey, North Carolina, Texas and more. The run features three stadium dates at Hersheypark Stadium (Hershey, Pennsylvania), Fenway Park (Boston, Massachusetts), and Target Field (Minneapolis, Minnesota) with special guests The Chicks and Lady A, along with tour support 49 Winchester and Timothy Wayne.

“The band and I are so excited to get back out on the road this summer. And we’ve got three really special stadium shows – with some really special guests,” shares McGraw. “I can’t believe they all agreed to join me!! THE CHICKS and LADY A! I dare you to find more hits in one show! This will be a great night of incredible songs and musicianship. 49 Winchester and Timothy Wayne will join us for select dates and we can’t wait to see everyone.”

Tickets will go on sale beginning on Friday (Feb. 6), following various presales throughout the week. Additional ticket and VIP information is available here.

Tim McGraw – 2026 Summer Tour Dates:
July 9, 2026 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts *
July 10, 2026 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center *
July 11, 2026 – Hershey, PA – Hersheypark Stadium *+≠^
July 16, 2026 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre *
July 17, 2026 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center *
July 18, 2026 – Burgettstown, PA – The Pavilion at Star Lake *
July 23, 2026 – Camden, NJ – Freedom Mortgage Pavilion *
July 24, 2026 – Wantagh, NY – Northwell at Jones Beach Theater *
July 25, 2026 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center *
July 30, 2026 – Boston, MA – Fenway Park *+≠^
July 31, 2026 – Syracuse, NY – Empower Federal Credit Union Amphitheater at Lakeview *
August 1, 2026 – Darien Center, NY – Darien Lake Amphitheater*
August 6, 2026 – Virginia Beach, VA – Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach *
August 7, 2026 – Raleigh, NC – Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek *
August 8, 2026 – Daniel Island – Charleston, SC – Credit One Stadium ^
August 13, 2026 – Birmingham, AL – Coca-Cola Amphitheater *
August 14, 2026 – Charlotte, NC – Truliant Amphitheater (PNC Music Pavilion) *
August 15, 2026 – Bristow, VA – Jiffy Lube Live *
August 21, 2026 – Kansas City, MO – Morton Amphitheater
August 22, 2026 – East Troy, WI – Alpine Valley Music Theatre *
August 23, 2026 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Field *+≠^
August 27, 2026 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center *^
August 28, 2026 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre *
August 29, 2026 – Grand Rapids, MI – Acrisure Amphitheater *
September 10, 2026 – Austin, TX – Moody Center *^
September 11, 2026 – Dallas, TX – Dos Equis Pavilion *^
September 12, 2026 – Rogers, AR – Walmart AMP *
September 17, 2026 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheater
September 18, 2026 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center *
September 19, 2026 – Tinley Park, IL – Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre *
September 24, 2026 – Alpharetta, GA – Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
September 25, 2026 – Tampa, FL – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre *
September 26, 2026 – West Palm Beach, FL – iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre *

* 49 Winchester
+ The Chicks
≠ Lady A
^ Timothy Wayne

Country Music Hall Of Fame & Museum To Feature Jerry Douglas As Next ‘Nashville Cats’ Honoree

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The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will highlight the career of dobro virtuoso Jerry Douglas in the latest installment of its in-depth interview series “Nashville Cats” on March 7 in the museum’s Ford Theater.

Douglas grew up in Ohio with a father who played in a bluegrass band and took the family to music festivals. He became obsessed with the sound of dobro players such as Uncle Josh Graves, and took up the instrument, joining the Country Gentlemen before he even finished high school. Douglas later joined J. D. Crowe & the New South, then became a member of family band the Whites in the 1980s, which led to session work with Emmylou Harris and his former Country Gentlemen bandmate Ricky Skaggs.

During mainstream country’s revival of traditional sounds, Douglas’s fiery licks showed up on recordings by Marty Stuart, Randy Travis and Hank Williams Jr., as well as progressive bluegrass luminaries including Sam Bush and Béla Fleck. Douglas is a longtime member of Alison Krauss & Union Station and a contributor to the soundtrack for the film O Brother, Where Art Thou? He formed the award-winning Earls of Leicester in 2013 and has released three albums with the group. Douglas has also appeared on albums by artists including Elvis Costello, Sierra Ferrell and Mumford & Sons.

Throughout his career Douglas has won 16 Grammys, three Country Music Association Musician of the Year honors, 10 International Bluegrass Music Association Dobro Player of the Year awards, and was awarded a National Heritage Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. He was the Artist in Residence for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in 2008, received a lifetime achievement award from the Americana Music Association in 2015, and was inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame in 2024.

The “Nashville Cats” interview will be moderated by museum writer-editor Jon Freeman and will be illustrated with rare photos, film and recordings, and following the program, Douglas will sign commemorative Hatch Show Print posters. Douglas is one of the three 2026 honorees chosen for the series, which spotlights renowned musicians and session singers who have played important roles in support of artists in either the recording studio or on concert tours.

“Nashville Cats” is included with museum admission and free to museum members, but seating is limited, and a program ticket is required for admittance. Tickets for the Douglas program will go on-sale to the public beginning today (Feb. 3) here.

Abby Lin Joins The Jonas Group As Global Head Of Sync

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Abby Lin.

Abby Lin has joined The Jonas Group as Global Head of Sync.

In her new role, Lin will oversee global sync initiatives while working closely with the company’s songwriters, artists and creative partners to expand placement opportunities worldwide. She will also focus on mentoring talent, uncovering new creative opportunities and building long-term relationships across film, television and brand platforms.

“Abby’s track record in sync is unmatched, and her ability to connect music with story is exactly what we value at The Jonas Group,” says Kevin Jonas Sr., Founder and CEO. “She’s a trusted leader and collaborator, and we’re excited to have her guiding our global sync strategy.”

Lin joins the company with more than 30 years of experience in music licensing and sync, most recently serving as Vice President of Film & TV Sync Licensing at Sony Music Entertainment. During her tenure, she played a key role in shaping Sync Shop’s film, television and sync licensing strategy, championing Sony’s diverse global roster and securing placements across film, television, streaming platforms, network campaigns and sports content.

In addition to her licensing work, Lin co-developed and hosted exclusive songwriting camps that brought together top songwriters and producers to create original music specifically designed for sync with many of these compositions later earning spots in major films, television series, trailers and national advertising campaigns.

Apple Music’s Lost & Found Series Releases ‘Time Will Tell’

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Apple Music’s Lost & Found series has unveiled its first demo of the year with “Time Will Tell,” penned by Trannie Anderson, Lainey Wilson and Dallas Wilson in March 2022. The Anderson-recorded track is available now exclusively on Apple Music. The “found” version will release this Friday (Feb. 6), recorded by Lee Brice.

“It came from the first retreat we ever did together in Wickenburg, Arizona,” says Anderson. “We wrote this song in such a special place that bonded us and our writing combo so much, so to get to share some of those songs with a voice like Lee Brice is incredible. After we knew the title was going to be ‘Time Will Tell’ and we were talking about the concept of time and how it is a tough loving friend, Dallas started playing this walkdown that ended up being the backbone of the whole song. Everything just started falling into place after that.”

“That retreat, I think we wrote three songs on Bell Bottom Country and one song on the recent record [for Lainey Wilson],” adds Dallas Wilson. “This one has always had a special place. I’m so glad it finally found a home, and Lee Brice is just incredible. It’s so cool to hear him on it.”

“We found the angle of it being a bunch of questions you don’t have the answer to, the whole chorus being the uncertainty, but then the verse giving that contrast of hope,” he continues. “Saying I don’t have to have all the answers right now but time will tell, I’m going to get through this. The vulnerability of that moment is kind of hard, and I feel like Lee encompasses that emotion.”

The Heart Wranglers, the writing trio consisting of Lainey Wilson, Dallas Wilson and Anderson, have penned two No. 1 tracks together, including Wilson’s recent chart-topper, “Somewhere Over Laredo” and the double-Platinum “Heart Like A Truck.”

Season 2 of the Lost & Found series debuted last fall with “End Of The Night.” The tune had the “lost” version recorded by Toby Keith alongside Bobby Pinson and David Lee Murphy in 2015, with ERNEST recording the “found” version last year. Other tunes included in the series so far are “Ol’ Stray Dog” and “God Again.” New songs will be released every month.

Dustin Lynch To Return To Vegas For Second Wynn Nightlife Residency

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Dustin Lynch. Photo: The Dwyers

Dustin Lynch has announced that he will hold his second Wynn Nightlife Las Vegas residency this summer, continuing as the brand’s first-ever country artist to hold a club set residency at the Wynn.

Teaming up once again with Wynn Nightlife, Lynch brings his high-energy club set back to the XS Nightclub, blending his hit-driven catalog with open-format club energy, and pushing genre boundaries on one of Vegas’ most influential stages. Expanding the residency experience even further, Lynch will also headline the daylife destination Encore Beach Club, bringing his signature party-forward sound to one of Las Vegas’ premier daytime destinations as well. Lynch is already a fixture in DJ booths across Las Vegas, Miami Beach, and beyond, and his return residency will take place May 1 at XS Nightclub with Diplo and June 26 at Encore Beach Club.

He recently released the Club Set Remixes EP, a genre-blending project featuring high-energy dance remixes of his biggest hits by top DJs including Moonlight and MC4D. With his latest release, Lynch unveiled his first EDM original, “Home To You,” a track with MC4D that carries his country undertone into the global dance scene.

Ty Myers Moves Into Top 5 On MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart

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Ty Myers. Photo: Libby Danforth

Ty Myers has entered the top five on the MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart. His solo-penned “Ends Of The Earth” places the singer-songwriter at No. 4 this week.

Zach Bryan remains at No. 1 for the second consecutive week with all solo-penned tunes “Anyways,” “Appetite,” “Bad News,” “Cannonball,” “DeAnn’s Denim,” “Drowning,” “Dry Deserts,” “Plastic Cigarette,” “Runny Eggs,” “Santa Fe,” “Say Why,” “Skin,” “Slicked Back” and “With Heaven On Top.” Blake Pendergrass stays at No. 2. with “20 Cigarettes,” “Ain’t A Bad Life,” “Brunette,” “I Got Better,” “Just In Case” and “Wish You Well.”

Chase McGill (No. 3) and Randy Montana (No. 5) round out this week’s top five.

The weekly MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart uses algorithms based upon song activity according to airplay, digital download track sales and streams. This unique and exclusive addition to the MusicRow portfolio is the only songwriter chart of its kind.

Click here to view the full MusicRow Top Songwriter Chart.

Ella Langley To Launch ‘Dandelion Tour’ In May

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Ella Langley. Photo: Caylee Robillard

Ella Langley is set to kick off her “Dandelion Tour” on May 7 in Toledo, Ohio. Kameron Marlowe, Dylan Marlowe, Kaitlin Butts, Gabriella Rose and Laci Kaye Booth will support Langley on the dates.

The 16-date headlining run includes stops in St. Louis, Oklahoma City, Savannah, Austin, and more before wrapping in Fort Worth on August 15.

Tickets will be available via presale beginning Feb. 5 before general on-sale begins on Feb. 6.

The tour news follows closely behind the reveal of Langley’s forthcoming album, Dandelion, set for release April 10. Executive produced by Langley alongside Miranda Lambert and Ben West, Dandelion includes the recently released title track as well as her hit “Choosin’ Texas,” which reached to No. 1 on the Billboard Streaming Songs chart this week and became the fourth country song by a lead female to top the chart in its 13-year history. The song also reached the No. 1 spot on both the U.S. Spotify Chart and the Apply Music U.S. Songs Chart on Friday, and will officially impact pop radio this week.

Along with her newly announced dates, Langley will join on select dates of Eric Church’s “Free The Machine Tour” and Morgan Wallen’s “Still The Problem Tour” throughout the year.

“Dandelion Tour” Dates:
5/7 – Toledo, OH Huntington Center (+,&)
5/8 – St. Louis, MO Chaifetz Arena (+,&)
5/14 – Estero, FL Hertz Arena (@, &)
5/15 – Savannah, GA Enmarket Arena (@, &)
6/18 – Oklahoma City, OK Zoo Amphitheatre (+,&)
6/19 – Independence, MO Cable Dahmer Arena (+,&)
6/25 – Salem, VA Salem Civic Center (+,&)
6/26 – Wilmington, NC Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park (+,&)
7/23 – Pikeville, KY Appalachian Wireless Arena (#, %)
7/24 – Cary, NC Koka Booth Amphitheatre (#, %)
7/25 – North Charleston, SC North Charleston Coliseum (#, %)
7/30 – Gilford, NH BankNH Pavilion (@, %)
7/31 – Canandaigua, NY CMAC (@, %)
8/13 – Austin, TX Moody Center (#, &)
8/14 – Corpus Christi, TX Hilliard Center (#, &)
8/15 – Fort Worth, TX Dickies Arena (#, &)
Support Acts
@ Kameron Marlowe
+ Dylan Marlowe
# Kaitlin Butts
& Gabriella Rose
% Laci Kaye Booth

Leadership Music Now Accepting Applications For Class of 2027

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Leadership Music is now accepting applications for its class of 2027, which marks the organization’s 37th class.

The application is available here. Applications must be submitted through the online application process no later than midnight CT on February 27, 2026.

Leadership Music is a nationally recognized program based in Nashville, designed to educate participants across multiple sectors of the music industry, foster meaningful dialogue and encourage collaboration.

The in-person, eight-month program begins with an Opening Retreat in October 2026, followed by six all-day program sessions held monthly. Each session focuses on a core segment of the music business, with themed program days including Songwriting and Publishing, Artist, Live Entertainment, Production, Record Company, and Media. The program concludes with graduation at Closing Retreat in May 2027.

“While participants are already recognized leaders when they enter Leadership Music, the program challenges them to think more holistically about the industry and their role within it,” shares Debbie Linn, Leadership Music Executive Director. “Just as important are the authentic relationships that form during the eight months together—connections that strengthen both individual leaders and the industry as a whole.”

“Leadership Music gave me a broader understanding of the industry beyond my own lane, while also providing a trusted network of peers I continue to lean on,” says a recent graduate of the program. “The relationships built during the program are truly invaluable.”

Hill Country Reserve Unveils Initial Artist Lineup For Inaugural Event

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Hill Country Reserve has announced the initial artist lineup and details for its inaugural event March 24–26 in Fredericksburg, Texas in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Designed for an audience of 300, the week unfolds across Fredericksburg’s historic downtown, scenic Hill Country settings and one of Texas’ most iconic music towns, offering a slower, more intentional way to connect with artists and the region. The event features songwriter-driven performances in intimate settings from Wade Bowen, The Band of Heathens, Sunny Sweeney, Josh Weathers,The Wilder Blue, John Fullbright, Seth James, Stewart and Garrett Mann, Julianna Rankin, Hayden Redwine, Shelby Stone and Angel White.

A special duo performance from Jack Ingram and Jon Randall, celebrated for the GRAMMY-nominated The Marfa Tapes, brings together two talents deeply rooted in the Texas songwriting tradition. Guests will divide into smaller groups and enjoy tableside dinner performances from a variety of artists including Bri Bagwell, Paul Eason and Zane Williams. More artists are set to be announced soon.

The gathering begins with a welcome event at Junebug’s at The Albert Hotel, Fredericksburg’s newest landmark property, built on the site of the historic Albert Dance Hall. Guests will unwind with unforgettable vineyard views, chef-crafted dinner, and intimate performances beneath the Texas sky. The second day expands into the surrounding Hill Country, where additional performances unfold against sweeping landscapes, allowing guests to move between music, conversation and the natural beauty that defines the region. The experience culminates on the third day with a private visit to Luckenbach, offering guests rare access to one of Texas’ most storied music outposts. The closing performances will be captured during a live taping of Texas Music Scene.

Noah Kahan Plots ‘The Great Divide Tour’

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Noah Kahan. Photo: Patrick McCormack

Noah Kahan will embark on “The Great Divide Tour” this summer, kicking off June 11 in Orlando. Gigi Perez will join the run as support.

The 23-date trek will go through Philadelphia, Cincinnati, St. Louis and more before wrapping on Aug. 3o in Seattle. Throughout the run, Kahan will be making arena and stadium stops.

Presale sign up will run through Feb. 5 at 10:59 p.m. CST, with general on sale taking place Feb. 12 at 12 p.m. local time. The tour will use Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange. Tickets purchased on Ticketmaster will be non-transferable and can only be resold on Ticketmaster at face value.

Kahan will release his fourth studio album, The Great Divide, on April 24 via Mercury Records.

“The Great Divide Tour” Dates:
June 11th // Orlando, FL // Kia Center
June 26th // Philadelphia, PA // Citizens Bank Park
June 28th // Toronto, ON // Rogers Stadium
July 1st // Cincinnati, OH // Great American Ball Park
July 3rd // Pittsburgh, PA // PNC Park
July 10th // Boston, MA // Fenway Park
July 11th // Boston, MA // Fenway Park
July 14th // Chicago, IL // Wrigley Field
July 18th // Queens, NY // Citi Field
July 22nd // Washington, DC // Nationals Park
July 25th // Raleigh, NC // Carter-Finley Stadium
July 27th // Atlanta, GA // Truist Park
July 30th // Arlington, TX // Globe Life Field
August 2nd // St. Louis, MO // Busch Stadium
August 5th // Minneapolis, MN // Target Field
August 8th // Denver, CO // Coors Field
August 15th // Pasadena, CA // Rose Bowl Stadium
August 17th // San Diego, CA // Petco Park
August 19th // Phoenix, AZ // Chase Field
August 21st // San Francisco, CA // Oracle Park
August 25th // Sandy, UT // America First Field
August 28th // Vancouver, BC // BC Place
August 30th // Seattle, WA // T-Mobile Park