Ryan Bingham is releasing a new album with The Texas Gentlemen, They Call Us The Lucky Ones, on May 15 via The Bingham Recording Co./Thirty Tigers.

To give fans a preview of the new project, Bingham has released a new single, “Ballad of The Texas Gentlemen,” out now.

“After years of being out on my own and playing shows on and off with The Texas Gentlemen, I realized somewhere along the way I was part of a band again without really planning it,” says Bingham. “‘Ballad of The Texas Gentlemen’ really came out of that moment – just being back out on the road with people you trust and remembering why you fell in love with playing music in the first place.”

His first full-length album in over seven years, They Call Us The Lucky Ones features 10 tracks, including previous releases “The Lucky Ones” and “Americana.” Bingham reflects on the highs and lows of an artist’s life on the road and his newfound sense of joy and hope on the project, all framed by the genre-defying sound he and The Texas Gentlemen create together. In addition to Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen—Ryan Ake (guitars), Daniel Creamer (piano, organ), Paul Grass (drums, percussion) and Scott Lee (bass)—the record also features Richard Bowden (fiddle, mandolin) and Cody Huggins (electric guitar, acoustic guitar, pedal steel).

“This album was probably the most fun I’ve had making a record,” Bingham reflects. “I’ve always loved records that feel loose and live and gritty with a bit of soul, where the imperfections from the moment are left in. Working with musicians as talented as The Texas Gentlemen really let us lean into that in a way I hadn’t experienced before. There was an unspoken understanding between us about what each song needed, so we tracked most of it live with minimal overdubs, just playing and letting the feel lead. It finally felt like I was capturing these songs the way I always heard them in my head. We can’t wait to get out on the road and share them with fans.”

In celebration of the new collection, Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen will embark on their “Still Gettin’ Away With It Tour” this spring, including newly confirmed stops in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Pittsburgh, and many more. Tickets are available for pre-sale now, with general on-sale following on Feb. 20.

They Call Us The Lucky Ones Track List:
1. “The Lucky Ones”
2. “Let The Big Dog Eat”
3. “I Got A Feelin’”
4. “Twist The Knife”
5. “Americana”
6. “Cocaine Charlie”
7. “Blue Skies”
8. “Relevance”
9. “Ballad of The Texas Gentlemen”
10. “I’m A Goin’ Nowhere”

Clint Black Wraps Ryman Auditorium Residency

Clint Black wrapped his Ryman Auditorium residency over the weekend, concluding a sold-out, three-night run.

Black will continue on his “Back On The Blacktop Tour” tomorrow (Feb 19) in Pensacola, Florida.

 

Grand Ole Opry Celebrates Lemonade

Grand Ole Opry artists and staff celebrated the Opry’s Diana McBride, known as Lemonade, with a ribbon-cutting of her newly created backstage serving area dubbed “Lemonade’s Stand” on Saturday night.

McBride, a nominee for Unsung Hero of the Year in the CMA Touring Awards to be presented in June, is responsible for backstage guests’ needs. She has spent nearly 12 years with the Grand Ole Opry.

 

Milestone Collective Elevates Nick Weakley To Social Media Manager

Milestone Collective has elevated Nick Weakley to Social Media Manager.

“From day one, Nick’s ambition, dedication, and willingness to expand his skillset, empowering our artists to make a greater impact on their social media platforms, stood out,” says Mike Gowen, the company’s founder and CEO. “It will be exciting to see him continue to make waves in the industry.”

The Belmont graduate joined the company in 2025 and has executed social media campaigns for the firm’s diverse roster of artists including Will Jones, Kyle Ray and Joyann Parker.

 

Perk PR & Creative Agency And Ampersand Studios To Host ‘From Idea To Identity’ Panel

Perk PR will host a “From Idea To Idea” panel on Monday (Feb. 23) at Ampersand Studios.

The panel will feature Trevor Perkins (Founder of PERK PR & Creative Agency), CJ Roberts and Hayley Stonehouse (Founders of Cowboy Cannolis), and Matthew Simmons (Photographer & Videographer). The discussion will explore the art and strategy behind turning raw concepts into authentic, lasting brands. Those interested in attending can RSVP here.

 

Belmont Students Bring Dolly Parton’s ‘Billy the Kid Makes It Big’ To Life With Original Children’s Theatre Production

Belmont University students have launched an original, student-created theatre production based on Dolly Parton’s children’s book, Billy the Kid Makes It Big.

Developed in partnership with Belmont’s Dolly U initiative, the project will culminate with a spring tour to local elementary schools throughout the Nashville area.

“This project gives students the rare opportunity to experience the full life cycle of a professional production — from script development and music creation to design, touring logistics and performance,” shares Dr. Carla Lahey, assistant professor of theatre and director of Belmont Rep Co. “They are not only performers, but collaborators, educators and creative leaders.”

 

Emily Bronze Elevated To Senior VP & General Manager Of Get After It Media

Emily Bronze has been elevated to Senior Vice President and General Manager of Get After It Media.

Within this role, Bronze is responsible for overseeing the development of The Heartland Network’s new studios in Nashville’s Marathon Village, among other responsibilities.

“Emily has been one of the driving forces behind Get After It Media’s evolution and success over the last 16 years,” says Joel Wertman, CEO and Co-President of Get After It Media. “She brings a rare combination of creative instinct, operational leadership, and deep loyalty to the company’s mission. Emily has helped shape not just our content, but our culture, and this promotion is a well-earned recognition of the extraordinary role she plays in our growth and future.”

“As one of the longest-serving members of this team, I have had the unique privilege of watching Get After It Media evolve from its roots into the powerhouse it is today,” says Bronze. “I am deeply honored to step into this new role during such a transformative chapter, and I am thrilled to continue working under the leadership of Joel Wertman and Otto Padron as we continue to push boundaries and grow our footprint in the industry.”

Billy Currington will hit the road with Kip Moore on their 2026 “Live In Concert Tour ” kicking off June 5 in Hinckley, Minnesota.

The duo will be joined by special guests Kenny Whitmire and Alex Lambert on the 16-city tour, which includes stops in New York, Chicago, Charlotte, Milwaukee, Atlanta and more before wrapping Sept. 12 in Richmond. The tour follows the release of Currington’s latest album, King Of The World, which arrived last October, and Moore’s latest project Solitary Tracks.

Pre-sale for BC Fan Club and KM Fan Club members begins today, (Feb. 18), and additional pre-sales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Friday, (Feb. 20).

“Billy Currington & Kip Moore: Live In Concert” Dates:
Fri Jun 5 – Hinckley, MN – Hinckley Amphitheater * ^ !
Sat Jun 6 – Milwaukee, WI – Landmark Credit Union Live * !
Fri Jun 12- Maryland Heights, MO – Saint Louis Music Park * !
Sat Jun 13 – Des Moines, IA – Lauridsen Amphitheater * ^ !
Fri Jul 17 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17 * !
Sat Jul 18 – Asbury Park, NJ – Stone Pony Summer Stage * !
Fri Jul 24 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater * #
Sat Jul 25 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater * &
Fri Aug 7 – Port Wentworth, GA – Port Wentworth Amphitheater ** !
Sat Aug 8 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy ** !
Thu Aug 20 – Cincinnati, OH – The Andrew J Brady Music Center * !
Fri Aug 21 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed * !
Sat Aug 22 – Sterling Heights, MI – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre !
Thu Sep 10 – Charleston, SC – Firefly Distillery ** @
Fri Sep 11 – Charlotte, NC – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre ** !
Sat Sep 12 – Richmond, VA – Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront ** !

! – On Sale 2/20
# – On Sale 2/27
@ – On Sale 3/6
& – On Sale 3/13
^ – Not a Live Nation Date

* – with Kenny Whitmire
** – with Alex Lambert

The “Opry 100 Honors” series continues in 2026 with “Opry 100 Honors Little Jimmy Dickens,” celebrating the bigger-than-life Opry icon on March 21.

“Opry 100 Honors Little Jimmy Dickens” will feature a performance by Dickens’ longtime friend Brad Paisley, who is celebrating his 25th Opry anniversary this week. Paisley was officially inducted into the Opry family on Feb 17, 2001 after being invited by Little Jimmy, Bill Anderson and Jeannie Seely. He went on to form and share a multi-generational friendship with Little Jimmy that he counts as one of the highlights of his career, and Paisley will return on March 21 to honor his longtime mentor and friend. Little Jimmy often appeared in Paisley’s videos as well as surprise appearances onstage, including some well-known moments appearing during Paisley’s tenure hosting the CMA Awards with Carrie Underwood.

Paisley, who led Little Jimmy’s memorial service at the Grand Ole Opry House, wrote after his passing in 2015, “Do not mourn Little Jim. Celebrate him. Relive and share the memories. Aspire to be like him. And above all, laugh at the punchlines, the craziness, and the way he so gracefully made this planet a funnier, better, richer place while he was alive. And in doing so, will continue to for years to come.”

“Opry 100 Honors Little Jimmy Dickens” will also include performances by Little Jimmy’s friends and Opry members Bill Anderson, The Gatlin Brothers, Trace Adkins, (who was invited in 2003 by Little Jimmy famously using a stepladder to ask the 6’6” star to join the Opry family), and The Oak Ridge Boys, who were officially inducted as an Opry member by Little Jimmy in 2011, as well as 49 Winchester and more.

Nashville-based business management and financial planning firm Farris, Self & Moore has promoted several staffers and launched a newly redesigned website.

Hannah Haggerty, Gator Pizer and Amanda Mitchell have all been promoted to Business Managers; Lauren Frick has been promoted to Client Manager; and Zach D’Onofrio will be making a move to the newly-created position of Royalty Assistant.

“After more than a decade at FSM, it’s incredibly rewarding to see the firm continue to grow,” says Mitchell. “I’m honored to step into this new chapter and continue serving my clients with the personalized guidance and authentic relationships our firm is known for. I’m equally proud to see Zach and Lauren step into new positions. Supporting the development of our next generation of talent alongside the partners has been a privilege.”

That commitment to developing talent from within has shaped careers across the firm, including those of Haggerty and Pizer, who joined FSM as interns a decade ago.

“Over the past ten years, Gator and I have had the chance to progress from interns to business managers with the mentorship and trust of the partners and our internal team,” says Haggerty. “FSM has felt like the right fit from the start, and we’re so fortunate to be part of a firm that values growth and exceptional client service.”

“We’re grateful for the support we’ve received and excited to take on these new roles as we continue building innovative strategies that evolve alongside our clients’ careers,” adds Pizer.