Jameson Rodgers plays Nashville’s Exit/In on the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” on Dec. 16. Photo: Matt Bender
Columbia Nashville recording artist Jameson Rodgers set up camp for the first of his two-night stay at Nashville’s Exit/In last night (Dec. 16).
Wrapping up the final dates of his “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour,” the singer-songwriter delivered his first full band, full set in Nashville to the sold out crowd, which was peppered with some of Nashville’s hottest songwriters and industry executives.
Rodgers came out swinging with “Girls That Smoke,” one of the many high-energy songs from his debut album Bet You’re From A Small Town, which was released in September of 2021. He followed it with the equally strong “In It For The Money,” which serves as an anthem of sorts for those chasing Nashville’s neon dream.
Jameson Rodgers plays Nashville’s Exit/In on the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” on Dec. 16. Photo: Matt Bender
“This show has been on sale literally for two years, and there was a time when I didn’t know if we would ever get to do this again. It’s good to see you all in person. Thank you for spending your Thursday night with us,” Rodgers expressed to the crowd. “I put a brand new record out a few months ago. We’re gonna play some new songs off the record that you may not know yet, but one day you will.”
Throughout the set, the Mississippi native gave a full sampling of the record with performances of the inspiring “Girl With A Broken Heart,” the clever “You Won’t,” the tear-jerking “Good Dogs,” and the project’s title track, “Bet You’re From A Small Town.” Rodgers also played his current radio single, “Missing One,” which tells the tale of Rodgers missing an Eagles record from his collection and wraps up in the chorus with him missing a girl.
The multi-Platinum-selling songwriter shared the namesake of the tour, “Cold Beer Calling My Name,” which also happens to be the second of his two No. 1 singles. It was met with a roaring response from the Nashville audience. He also entertained the crowd with a special medley of some of the Eagles biggest hits, including “Take It Easy,” “Life In The Fast Lane,” and “Heartache Tonight.”
“There’s a lot of people in this room tonight responsible for a lot of success that I’ve had over the last few years. I wouldn’t be here without them,” Rodgers shared. “Thank y’all for buying a t-shirt and for spending $15 to come see us. Thank you for listening to my music over the last few years. I’m just a good ole boy from Mississippi living his dream up here, so cheers!“
Jameson Rodgers plays Nashville’s Exit/In on the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” on Dec. 16. Photo: Matt Bender
After a packed set, Rodgers and his band returned to the stage for their three-song encore, which included the heavy-hitting “Midnight Daydream” and a cover of Chris Lane‘s “I Don’t Know About You,” a song that Rodgers helped write and had his first No. 1 song as a writer with.
“I moved to this town in 2010 from a little town in Mississippi,” Rodgers said as he introduced the track. “The last few years I’ve been fortunate enough to have some other artists here in Nashville record some songs that I’ve helped write. Chris Lane took this song all the way up the charts.”
Rodgers closed the show with his Platinum-certified, No. 1 debut single “Some Girls,” earning a deafening response from the crowd who sang along to every word.
With nearly a dozen sold out dates, the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” zig-zagged across the country, with more than 25 stops. The trek will conclude with another sold out show tonight (Dec. 17) at Nashville’s Exit/In with support from Lily Rose.
Lauren Alaina Wraps Dream Defining Year With Invitation To Join Grand Ole Opry
/by Lorie HollabaughLauren Alaina & Trisha Yearwood. Photo: Chris Hollo
Lauren Alaina was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry over the weekend by Opry member and friend/mentor Trisha Yearwood, who surprised Alaina onstage with the invitation.
The Opry was the first major stage Alaina played just a week after she was named runner-up on Season 10 of American Idol, making her Opry debut on June 10, 2011. Earlier this fall she marked her 50th appearance on the Opry stage.
Throughout the evening, the Opry played video greetings from artists sharing their 2021 Christmas wishes. When Yearwood appeared to share her wish via video during a break in Alaina’s set, she ended with, “Hey… is that Lauren Alaina?” Yearwood then made her way on stage.
Lauren Alaina & Trisha Yearwood. Photo: Chris Hollo
“Junior [her nickname for Alaina], I have a present for you. And I have some surprises for you too. I know your Mom is here and I know your Dad is as well. He’s super proud of you right now because I have the honor of asking you on behalf of the Grand Ole Opry if you will please accept our invitation of becoming our newest member.” She continued, “You are the real deal. You’ve played over 50 times. It’s obvious what this means to you. This is a very special club to be in so you have to understand what the Opry means to be asked. It’s such an honor. Country music is in good hands with you. Soak up every second!”
An overcome Alaina dropped to her knees and accepted, saying, “I did not expect this. You are my hero. I could not have picked a more perfect person to ask me. She calls me Junior–y’all I’m in her phone as Junior which is the coolest thing to have happened to me besides this!”
Yearwood duets with Alaina on her Gold-certified song “Getting Good” from her recent album, Sitting Pretty On Top of the World, and also wrote the foreword to her just-released inspirational book Getting Good At Being You.
Alaina will be formally inducted into the Opry family in early 2022.
Other 2021 career highlights for Alaina include announcing her second career headlining tour, “On Top Of The World Tour Presented By Maurices,” which will kick off in February 2022, starring in her first Hallmark Channel movie Roadhouse Romance, (which became the No. 1 most-watched entertainment cable program of the day and week), performing the National Anthem at Game 5 of the World Series, becoming a CMA Artist Ambassador, and more.
Full Coverage Communications Elevates Three, Announces New Client Signings
/by Lydia FarthingFull Coverage Communications has announced several staff promotions and new client signings.
Long-time employee Natasha Desai has risen to the role of Vice President. She has held a leadership position on the team for several years, spearheading campaigns for Jimmie Allen, Jxdn, Hilary Duff, Poorna Jagannathan, Fall Out Boy, and JoJo.
Meanwhile, Gabi Hollander has been elevated to Publicist, reflective of her work managing press campaigns for Leslie Odom, Jr., Harry Connick Jr. and more. Kelsey Lewis has been promoted to Junior Publicist with a key role in campaigns for clients such as Big Time Rush, G-Eazy, and KISS.
“Our client roster and new business signings are emblematic of the gold standard of strategic communications services the company provides,” says Kristen Foster, President & CEO. “The Full Coverage staff is second to none and works tirelessly every day to succeed for our artists. I couldn’t be prouder to announce these well-deserved promotions and to watch our entire staff grow this business with so much heart and determination.”
Since its formation in September of 2019, Full Coverage Communications has added many new clients and represents some of entertainment’s top talent, including Carrie Underwood, Avril Lavigne, BTS, Cameron Diaz, Fleetwood Mac, Jessica Alba, Jon Bon Jovi, Kate Hudson, Kings of Leon, Leslie Odom Jr. and Lorde, among others.
The company has celebrated recent signings with Jimmie Allen, Anderson .Paak, 5 Seconds of Summer, Earth Wind & Fire, and Saweetie.
Jameson Rodgers Wraps His “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” With Two Nights In Nashville
/by Lydia FarthingJameson Rodgers plays Nashville’s Exit/In on the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” on Dec. 16. Photo: Matt Bender
Columbia Nashville recording artist Jameson Rodgers set up camp for the first of his two-night stay at Nashville’s Exit/In last night (Dec. 16).
Wrapping up the final dates of his “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour,” the singer-songwriter delivered his first full band, full set in Nashville to the sold out crowd, which was peppered with some of Nashville’s hottest songwriters and industry executives.
Rodgers came out swinging with “Girls That Smoke,” one of the many high-energy songs from his debut album Bet You’re From A Small Town, which was released in September of 2021. He followed it with the equally strong “In It For The Money,” which serves as an anthem of sorts for those chasing Nashville’s neon dream.
Jameson Rodgers plays Nashville’s Exit/In on the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” on Dec. 16. Photo: Matt Bender
“This show has been on sale literally for two years, and there was a time when I didn’t know if we would ever get to do this again. It’s good to see you all in person. Thank you for spending your Thursday night with us,” Rodgers expressed to the crowd. “I put a brand new record out a few months ago. We’re gonna play some new songs off the record that you may not know yet, but one day you will.”
Throughout the set, the Mississippi native gave a full sampling of the record with performances of the inspiring “Girl With A Broken Heart,” the clever “You Won’t,” the tear-jerking “Good Dogs,” and the project’s title track, “Bet You’re From A Small Town.” Rodgers also played his current radio single, “Missing One,” which tells the tale of Rodgers missing an Eagles record from his collection and wraps up in the chorus with him missing a girl.
The multi-Platinum-selling songwriter shared the namesake of the tour, “Cold Beer Calling My Name,” which also happens to be the second of his two No. 1 singles. It was met with a roaring response from the Nashville audience. He also entertained the crowd with a special medley of some of the Eagles biggest hits, including “Take It Easy,” “Life In The Fast Lane,” and “Heartache Tonight.”
“There’s a lot of people in this room tonight responsible for a lot of success that I’ve had over the last few years. I wouldn’t be here without them,” Rodgers shared. “Thank y’all for buying a t-shirt and for spending $15 to come see us. Thank you for listening to my music over the last few years. I’m just a good ole boy from Mississippi living his dream up here, so cheers!“
Jameson Rodgers plays Nashville’s Exit/In on the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” on Dec. 16. Photo: Matt Bender
After a packed set, Rodgers and his band returned to the stage for their three-song encore, which included the heavy-hitting “Midnight Daydream” and a cover of Chris Lane‘s “I Don’t Know About You,” a song that Rodgers helped write and had his first No. 1 song as a writer with.
“I moved to this town in 2010 from a little town in Mississippi,” Rodgers said as he introduced the track. “The last few years I’ve been fortunate enough to have some other artists here in Nashville record some songs that I’ve helped write. Chris Lane took this song all the way up the charts.”
Rodgers closed the show with his Platinum-certified, No. 1 debut single “Some Girls,” earning a deafening response from the crowd who sang along to every word.
With nearly a dozen sold out dates, the “Cold Beer Calling My Name Tour” zig-zagged across the country, with more than 25 stops. The trek will conclude with another sold out show tonight (Dec. 17) at Nashville’s Exit/In with support from Lily Rose.
Margaret Everly Dies At Age 102
/by Robert K OermannMargaret Everly
She remains best known as the mother of Rock and Country Hall of Fame members The Everly Brothers, but Margaret Everly was also a professional entertainer, herself.
She died last week (Dec. 6) in Nashville, just 10 days after she reached the remarkable age of 102. Margaret was pre-deceased by her singer-guitarist husband Ike Everly (1908-1975) and by her sons Don Everly (1937-2021) and Phil Everly (1939-2014).
She was born in Kentucky on Nov. 25, 1919. Margaret and Ike Everly were childhood sweethearts who married in 1935 when Margaret was 15. She bore both of her sons before she was 20.
Ike left coal mining to become an entertainer. He took jobs as a country performer on the Chicago radio stations WJJD and WLS.
The couple wanted to raise their sons in a more rural atmosphere than they had in the Windy City. So in 1944 the Everly family relocated to Waterloo, Iowa, where Ike found work on KASL. The following year, the Everlys relocated to Shenandoah, Iowa.
Margaret had been occasionally singing duets with Ike. At Shenandoah’s KMA, she and the boys became part of Ike’s radio act in 1948-49. The Everly Family Show made its formal debut on KMA in 1950. Family members sang duets, trios, quartets and solo numbers. In addition to singing, Margaret offered cooking and gardening tips and read the commercials. She was also the act’s booking agent and business manager.
At Margaret’s urging, the Everlys moved to Shenandoah’s KFNF radio station in 1951. This is when the family act was at its peak, with Ike, Margaret, Don and Phil all attired in spiffy matching western costumes for their performances at fairs and festivals. Following a brief 1952 stint at Evansville, Indiana’s KIKY, the four relocated to Knoxville in 1953. They became regulars on WROL and protégées of the colorful grocery mogul Cas Walker.
But the heyday of live radio entertainment was drawing to a close at this time. Ike went to school to become a barber, and Margaret became a beautician. Don and Phil were maturing as a duo and developing their own sound.
Nashville producer and guitar superstar Chet Atkins admired Ike’s guitar playing, and the two men became friends. Ike introduced Atkins to his sons’ music. At Atkins’ urging, Margaret brought the boys to Music City. Ike kept his barber job in Knoxville.
Ike was unquestionably The Everly Brothers’ musical mentor. He taught both of them to play and sing. Margaret supplied the drive, determination and ambition. The failure of a 1955 single on Columbia Records discouraged the duo, but Margaret’s confidence and faith were unshakable. She and Atkins continued to lobby for her sons in Nashville.
“She was ambitious for the boys,” recalls songwriter Felice Bryant. “She had the push and the desire to be successful.”
Her dreams came true when The Everly Brothers became a cornerstone act of the emerging rock & roll genre with a string of chart-topping hits in 1957-63. Margaret kept the teen boys’ bedrooms untouched in her Nashville home for decades thereafter. She maintained correspondence with Everly fans around the world and was involved in manuscripts and plans for music projects up until the time of her death.
She is survived by six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Margaret Everly will be laid to rest at Woodlawn Memorial Mausoleum. There will be no service at this time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Foundation Fighting Blindness, designating your donation in Margaret’s honor. Expressions of sympathy for the Everly family may be shared here.
Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini To Headline ‘Run, Rose, Run’ Audiobook Production
/by Lorie HollabaughDolly Parton. Photo: Rob Hoffman
Dolly Parton will headline the audiobook cast of Run, Rose, Run, the upcoming thriller novel she co-penned with bestselling author James Patterson. Parton will be joined by Kelsea Ballerini in the role of protégée to Parton’s character.
The book pairs Patterson’s character-building and dramatic skills with Parton’s insight into the music industry’s star-making machinery. Parton stepped into the studio to bring to life the part of Ruthanna Ryder, a beloved country icon attempting to retire from the business when a gifted young performer begins to captivate audiences in the bar she owns.
“I’m thrilled to share the news that Ruthanna’s fledgling counterpart in the story, a brilliant young singer-songwriter with a mysteriously dark past, is narrated by Kelsea Ballerini, who I knew from the beginning could bring the right balance of vulnerability, ferocity, and sparkling wit to the character AnnieLee,” shares Parton. “I think our fans are going to love hearing us in a totally different way than they’re used to, and they’re going to love following our characters on their unpredictable journeys through the Nashville music scene and beyond.”
“Working on a creation from the ever-brilliant mind of Dolly Parton has to be a dream job for anyone, especially as a young artist in country music,” adds Ballerini. “And as a writer myself, to be asked to join this project that is also a collaboration with James Patterson–another incredible storyteller not to mention best selling author–has been truly thrilling.
“It is an incredible privilege to voice the story and character of AnnieLee, a girl who has seen the worst of what people can do to each other, but who still has the pure ambition to want bigger and better things for herself,” Ballerini continues. “She has an unwavering belief in her innate talent and relentlessly pulls herself from the depths of hell into finding her platform to share her gifts with the world. Vocally embodying this complex, bold, and sometimes secretive character through the unpredicted twists and turns of this Nashville-based thriller was such an honor, and I can’t wait for listeners to fall in love with her, and this story, too.”
“The cast for Run, Rose, Run’s audiobook edition is truly beyond compare,” sums Patterson. “With Dolly Parton and Kelsea Ballerini headlining, we’re the hottest ticket in town, no question. And the rest of the cast, headed by award-winning narrator Soneela Nankani, really bring the characters to life in exactly the way Dolly and I envisioned when we were writing. Listeners will find it hard to hit pause once they get started!”
For more information on the book or to pre-order the novel, click here.
Run, Rose, Run Audiobook Full Cast:
Dolly Parton: Ruthanna Ryder
Kelsea Ballerini: AnnieLee Keyes
James Fouhey: Ethan Blake
Soneela Nankani: Narrative, and other roles, with
Kevin T Collins
Peter Ganim
Luis Moreno
Ronald Peet
Robert Petkoff
Ella Turenne
Emily Woo Zeller
Sony Music Publishing Nashville Expands Creative Team
/by Lorie HollabaughPictured (L-R): Kenley Flynn, Alex Albanese, Mya Hansen, Dale Bobo, Synnovea Halsel, Dane Schmidt. Photo: Kethy Thomas
Sony Music Publishing Nashville has expanded its creative team with several key hires and promotions.
Kenley Flynn has been appointed as Senior Director, Creative. He has over a decade of experience in the industry and previously worked in A&R at Combustion Music. In his new role, Flynn will support the company’s roster of songwriters, sign and develop new talent, and provide new opportunities for collaborations and creative development.
Dale Bobo has been named Catalog Strategist to further support SMP Nashville’s robust catalog of country hits. Bobo, a seasoned publishing veteran, previously worked at Big Deal Music.
SMP Nashville has also promoted Dane Schmidt to Senior Director, Creative, and promoted Mya Hansen to Senior Manager, Creative.
Schmidt earned success from his work with Gabby Barrett, who he signed to SMP in 2020, and Zach Kale, who co-wrote Barrett’s record-breaking hit “I Hope.” Hansen, who has been with the company since 2020, recently signed Tate McRae alongside SVP Creative Jennifer Knoepfle and former SMP A&R Danielle Middleton.
Synnovea Halsel has also joined the team as Creative Coordinator, and Alex Albanese, who joined the company in 2019, has been promoted to Creative Coordinator.
“I’m so proud of Dane, Mya and Alex, as they’ve consistently delivered at the highest level for our songwriters and have earned these promotions,” says Josh Van Valkenburg, EVP, Creative, Sony Music Publishing Nashville. “Dale, Kenley and Synnovea have already become important additions to our tight-knit family at SMP Nashville, and the future of our team is in good hands with all six of these exceptional creatives.”
Chart Action: Walker Hayes Continues Chart Momentum
/by Alex ParryWalker Hayes. Photo: Robert Chavers.
Walker Hayes debuts on both the Mediabase and MusicRow CountryBreakout Radio charts this week, landing at No. 47 and No. 67, respectively. His single “AA” follows his viral hit, “Fancy Like.”
“I am so grateful for the support country radio has given me,” says Hayes. “A year ago, if someone told me I would have a number one under my belt and a second song at radio with this many stations on board today, I would have been sure they were lying. ‘AA’ is so personal and so different. I just can’t thank these stations enough for believing in it.”
Written by Hayes with Shane McAnally and Luke Laird, and produced by “Fancy Like” collaborator Joe Thibodeau and McAnally, “AA” taps into all the things fans love about “Fancy Like” with a deeper shade. On the track, Hayes sings about experiences of everyday Americans, along with his own anxieties as a dad, his love for his wife, and his journey with sobriety.
“At the end of the day, we are all just doing the best we can,” says Hayes about the track. “What I really mean to say with this song is just that I’m trying to stay the course. I’ve struggled with alcohol abuse and sometimes I wish I didn’t need AA, but I do. I think a lot of people can relate to that. I’m just trying to be the best dad and husband I can be. It’s not easy all the time, but my wife smiles a lot and my kids are growing up with more than I had, and that’s a really good thing.”
For more chart data, view the latest edition of The MusicRow Weekly.
Ned LeDoux Announces Third Album, ‘Buckskin,’ Coming In March
/by Lorie HollabaughNed LeDoux
Ned LeDoux has released a track, “The Mountain,” from his upcoming third full-length album, Buckskin. The new project is due out March 11 and is available now for pre-order at all digital retailers.
“’The Mountain’ is one of those songs that just felt really good to write,” says LeDoux. “There’s just something about the mountain that has a way of putting you back on track. For me when I’m up on the mountain, I feel closer to God. I think a lot of people have a certain place that they like to go, whether it’s the ocean or the family ranch or maybe just their front yard. For me it’s always been the mountain. It’s a very spiritual place for me. A place to free your mind and get something off your chest and have a conversation with the man upstairs. Whether it’s going through a struggle in your life or really good times. I think it’s good to share everything with him. I’m very proud of this song”
Produced by his long-time friend/producer Mac McAnally, Buckskin includes 12 songs, eight of which LeDoux wrote or co-wrote. In addition to his eight original songs, LeDoux also included his dad Chris LeDoux’s self-penned, iconic “He Rides The Wild Horses,” one of his favorite songs his dad ever wrote.
“On every album I put out I’m always going to record one of my dad’s songs,” LeDoux says. “For the Buckskin album, I decided to go with ‘He Rides The Wild Horses.’ This has definitely got to be one of my top five favorite songs that he’s written, and I think it fits perfectly following The Buckskin poem. I really love this song.”
“I hope I inspire people to never forget where you came from,” he continues. “That’s one thing I’m very proud of. I’m carrying on a tradition, but I’m writing my own story. I’m very proud of my family and friends and there’s one piece of advice my mom gave me when we were kids: ‘Never forget where you came from and show respect to people no matter where you are.’ So with this album I hope to inspire and show people, ‘Hey this old cowboy isn’t changing for nobody.’ I want people to know they should never give up on a dream. There’s always time. Just keep on going.”
Buckskin Track Listing:
1) “The Mountain” – Ned LeDoux
2) “Open Road” – Ned LeDoux, Mark Sissel
3) “Only Need One” – Andy Albert, Rodney Clawson, Jimmy Robbins
4) “Hey Hey” – Ned LeDoux
5) “This Ain’t My First Rodeo” – Chad Roland, Joe Hash
6) “Upside of the Ground” – Mac McAnally
7) “Cards In San Antone” – Ned LeDoux, Mark Sissel
8) “The Buckskin” – Ned LeDoux
9) “He Rides The Wild Horses” – Chris LeDoux
10) “Rodeo Dreams” – Ned LeDoux, Clay LeDoux
11) “Cowboy Is His Name” – Ned LeDoux
12) “Damn Good Cowboy” – Ned LeDoux, Willy Braun
Brandi Carlile, Mickey Guyton & More To Honor Joni Mitchell At MusiCares Person Of The Year Gala
/by Lydia FarthingJoni Mitchell. Photo: Marcy Gensic
Just two nights before the Grammy awards telecast, MusiCares will honor Joni Mitchell at the 31st Annual MusiCares Person of the Year benefit gala.
On Jan. 29, Grammy award-winning artists Brandi Carlile, Graham Nash, Herbie Hancock, James Taylor, Leon Bridges, and Pentatonix, as well as Grammy nominees Mickey Guyton, Black Pumas, Jon Batiste, and Maggie Rogers are among the performers for the night’s festivities. Carlile and Batiste will also serve as Artistic Directors for the night.
The tribute will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The night will include a reception and silent auction, followed by a dinner and tribute concert. Artists will pay tribute to some of Mitchell’s most iconic songs, showcasing her talent for inspiring generations of musicians and songwriters.
“We are crafting a once-in-a-lifetime evening in honor of Joni,” says Laura Segura, executive director of MusiCares. “I thank each of these artists for lending their talents to celebrate Joni and her impact on the music community.”
One of the most prestigious events held during Grammy Week, the Person of the Year tribute benefits MusiCares, the leading music charity providing music professionals health and human services across a spectrum of needs.
Dolly Adds New Guinness World Records To Career Accomplishments
/by Lorie HollabaughDolly Parton accepts Guinness World Records. Photo: Courtesy of Guinness World Records
Country music icon Dolly Parton has broken some new world records with her music. Guinness World Records recently acknowledged the feat during an exclusive presentation in Nashville.
Parton was honored with new record titles for Most Decades On the U.S. Hot Country Songs Chart (female) at 7, and Most No.1 Hits On the U.S. Hot Country Songs Chart By a Female artist at 25. The Tennessee native also broke her own record for the most hits on the U.S. Hot Country Songs Chart By a Female Artist with 109.
These titles join Parton’s previous record for Most Decades With a Top 20 Hit On the U.S. Hot Country Songs Chart at 6, which was awarded in 2018.
Dolly Parton accepts Guinness World Records. Photo: Courtesy of Guinness World Records
“This is the kind of stuff that really makes you very humble and very grateful for everything that’s happened. I had no idea that I would be in Guinness World Records this many times! I am flattered and honored,” says Parton. “I’ve had a lot of people help me get here. Thanks to all of you and all of them for helping me have all of this. I’ve loved being able to make a living in the business that I love so much. I’ve been so fortunate to see my dreams come true, and I just hope to continue for as long as I can. You’re going to have to knock me down to stop me!”
Parton started crafting hits in 1967 with “Something Fishy” and “Dumb Blonde.” Her first No. 1 entry came in 1971 with “Joshua.” She followed that up with “Jolene” in 1974 and has been releasing hits every decade since.
Her latest duets for friend Reba McEntire’s remake of “Does He Love You” and Michael Bublé’s holiday tune, “Cuddle Up, Cozy Down Christmas,” have extended her reign on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Next up, the legend will collaborate with bestselling author James Patterson on an upcoming novel, Run, Rose, Run, which will be accompanied by a new album based on the story, due out in March 2022.