Hunter Hayes will release his upcoming new album Evergreen on March 6.

The hopeful new project meshes elements of pop, country, R&B and indie rock, and explores themes of growth, connection and joy. From the buoyant optimism of “Around the Sun,” to the playful vulnerability of “Every Piece,” and the infectious tension of “Wait,” the tracks reveal Hayes as a songwriter in constant evolution, whose heart-forward storytelling continues to resonate across generations. The album examines the core value that love, presence, and compassion begin with the self, and across its songs, Hayes questions long-held beliefs about performance, worthiness, love, and masculinity, embracing a definition of strength that is soft and evolving.

“Evergreen started as a series of letters from my future self,” says Hayes. “In some ways a prayer, and in some ways manifestation. I wanted to make a project from the future. It’s full of hope, optimism, light and love. It’s an escape from reality as well as a new way to appreciate the good things in our everyday life, and how every experience shapes us to better and brighter versions of ourselves as we create a better version of our future.”

Alongside the forthcoming album, Hayes revealed details for his 2026 headlining tour, “The Evergreen Tour,” set to kick off March 25 in Hopewell, Virginia. BLÜ EYES and Franklin Jonas & The Byzantines will support as special guests on the new dates.

Evergreen Track List:
1. “Evergreen”
2. “Until She Comes Along”
3. “Wait”
4. “Dream About”
5. “Fragile”
6. “Every Piece”
7. “Too Late”
8. “The Ones You Love”
9. “Human Again”
10. “Around The Sun”

Kane Brown.

Kane Brown will launch his “Miles On It Tour: The Ultimate Automotive Experience” at Nashville Superspeedway April 10–11.

The two-day event will bring together fans, builders and top brands for an automotive lifestyle experience, featuring custom builds, drift and burnout exhibitions, drag demos, dyno and audio competitions, and a celebration of car and truck culture.

Tickets are on-sale now. A portion of proceeds will be donated to charitable causes benefiting youth and community initiatives across Middle Tennessee.

The Experience Includes:
• Massive show fields for lifted trucks, imports, exotics, classics, and performance builds
• Live drift and burnout exhibitions
• Dyno and audio competitions
• Awards and cash prizes presented by Kane Brown to top builds and teams
• Lifestyle and vendor showcase featuring top automotive brands
• Creator and celebrity appearances throughout the weekend

The Red Clay Strays, Kane Brown and Lainey Wilson are set to headline Calgary’s main stage in 2026 when Country Thunder Alberta returns to The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland June 26-28 to celebrate its 10th anniversary.

Previously held in August, the 2026 event shifts to June, creating an early summer kickoff that will showcase some of country music’s biggest and brightest names.The dynamic lineup of country favorites and emerging talent includes Tyler Hubbard, Ian Munsick, Mark Chestnutt, Noeline Hofmann, Elizabeth Nichols, Logan Layman, Tony Stevens, Adrien Nunez, Chevy Beaulieu, Alee, the winner of this year’s Ranchman’s Rising Star competition Jaiden Riley, and many more, with homegrown Alberta talent soon to be announced.

“We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate 10 years in Calgary than kicking the party off earlier in the year,” says Troy Vollhoffer, CEO, Country Thunder. “Kane, Lainey and The Red Clay Strays represent everything that makes country music so exciting right now; fresh energy, incredible talent and true connection with their fans. This anniversary year is all about celebrating where we’ve been and where we’re going, and we can’t wait to spend an unforgettable weekend in Calgary this June.”

Fans can purchase tickets at countrythunder.com/ab, where they can pay just $20 to lock in their summer plans with equal monthly payments.

Thomas Rhett is sharing the magic from his Fenway Park show on a new album, Thomas Rhett Live from Fenway Park, featuring tracks from his headlining debut at the iconic ballpark.

Recorded infront of more than 35,000 fans, the EP showcases the heart and electric energy that sat in Fenway as Rhett delivered all the hits, including “Make Me Wanna,” “Beautiful As You” and “Somethin’ ‘Bout A Woman” featuring Teddy Swims, which has officially been certified Platinum.

“Too many memories to count. Some I remember vividly, and some are foggy, for reasons I’m sure you can imagine,” shares Rhett in his letter to Boston. “Pretty sure I’ve played most every venue that this town has to offer — from the House of Blues to my first ever tour opening for Toby Keith at the Xfinity Center, to the home of the Patriots opening for my buddy Kenny Chesney. I’ve opened in this building twice for Jason Aldean, and I also got to witness a masterpiece performance by the one and only Kid Rock. To arguably my favorite show I’ve ever played here, which was two years ago over at TD Garden. And to cap all that off, getting to headline here tonight for my very first time alongside my brother Teddy Swims is a moment that I cannot explain to you.

“I’ve drank most of your beers at a bar, most of your bars out of beer. I’ve eaten my weight in lobster rolls. Tried and failed every time to get a reservation at Neptune Oyster. Thrown my guts up on a whale-watching tour. And, attended my fair share of Red Sox games. Needless to say, this place has always been and always will be one of my favorite places to play on the planet. I have a lot of history in this city and I love y’all so much.”

During the Fenway show RIAA Chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier surprised Rhett on the pitcher’s mound of the ballpark’s diamond with multiple new certifications including a Diamond award for “Die A Happy Man,” now one of only 15 country songs in history to reach the coveted 10 million unit mark.

Thomas Rhett Live From Fenway Park Track List:
1. “Make Me Wanna”
2. “Somethin’ ‘Bout A Woman” (featuring Teddy Swims)
3. “She Had Me At Heads Carolina”
4. “Letter To Boston”
5. “Beautiful As You”
6. “T-Shirt”
7. “Die A Happy Man”

Pictured (L-R): Dan Rogers (Grand Ole Opry), Lexi Lampkin (Opry Entertainment Group), Chase Beckham, Kaitlin Butts, Dasha, Ashley McBryde, Avery Anna, Tigirlily Gold, Kashus Culpepper, Jordan Pettit (Opry Entertainment Group), Ari Cubillos Voegler (Opry Entertainment Group) and Samantha Kane (Opry Entertainment Group).

Ashley McBryde hosted Opry NextStage Live earlier this week at Category 10.

In addition to McBryde, Dasha, Kashus Culpepper, Chayce Beckham, Avery Anna, Tigirlily Gold and Kaitlin Butts each took the stage, who are all members of the Opry NextStage Class of 2025.

Each year, Opry NextStage spotlights emerging country artists through exclusive content, live performances, and Opry appearances. Since its launch in 2019, Opry NextStage has featured Lainey Wilson, Riley Green, Ella Langley, Parker McCollum, Tenille Townes, Hailey Whitters and Megan Moroney, among others.