St. Jude patient Annzie, St. Jude patient Harper & Kelsea Ballerini. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
The Grand Ole Opry filled with music, heart and hope on St. Jude night, as a star-studded lineup of country favorites took the stage to raise support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Sunday night (Oct. 19). The night celebrated the life-saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Throughout the night, artists and hosts spotlighted the importance of supporting children and families facing critical illnesses. $5 from every ticket sold for the Opry went to St. Jude.
Kicking off the evening were Riders in the Sky, bringing their signature Western swing to the storied stage with “Back on Those Texas Plains” and “Autumn on the Trail.” Their performance of “Woody’s Roundup” paired with “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” charmed the crowd and set a nostalgic tone.
Rising artist Kat Luna followed with a set that spotlighted her vocals and storytelling. Her originals, “Back to You” and “Happiest I’ve Ever Been,” drew warm applause from the audience.
Kelly Sutton & St. Jude patient Annzie. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
Ty Herndon took the mic next, delivering powerhouse vocals on his beloved hits “Living in a Moment,” “A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go),” and “What Mattered Most.” His performance brought a wave of emotion, earning a standing ovation from longtime fans.
Before the next act took the stage, Jessica Turri, ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Head of Artist and Industry Relations, Nashville and former St. Jude patient herself, took her spot at the host stand to share her story and speak about the impact the fundraising night has on the patients and families at St. Jude. She then introduced, Anne Wilson, who delivered a faith and grit anchored set featuring “God & Country,” “Hold Your Horses,” and the breakout hit “My Jesus.”
After the intermission, Charles Kelley brought charm and storytelling with “Driving and Listening to Music” and “Look What We Did.” His soulful rendition of Vince Gill’s “Don’t Let Our Love Start Slipping Away” added a classic touch that resonated with the crowd. Kelley also highlighted the importance of giving back, stating “When I found out the Opry was hosting a night dedicated to St. Jude, I just had to be apart of the line up.”
Mitchell Tenpenny & St. Jude patient Harper. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
The evening’s host Kelly Sutton launched St. Jude’s new t-shirt, “Music Gives To St. Jude Kids,” given to those who become a Partner In Hope. She then brought out 12 year-old former St. Jude patient Harper to introduce the next act, who is no stranger to the cause. “I hate cancer,” Mitchell Tenpenny said as he stepped up to the microphone. “My aunt is currently going through it, my mom is in remission, and I lost my dad to cancer. This night means a lot.” He then launched into acoustic versions of “We Got History,” “Bucket List,” and “Mama Raised the Hell Out of Me.”
Closing out the night was Kelsea Ballerini, introduced by 7 year-old St. Jude patient Annzie, who recently received a bone marrow transplant at the hospital. Ballerini began her set with “Baggage,” before going into “If You Go Down (I’m Going Down To.),” during which Harper and Annzie joined her on stage. Ballerini closed her set with “Peter Pan,” “Cowboys Cry Too” and “Hole In The Bottle.”
Anne Wilson, St. Jude patient Annzie & St. Jude patient Harper. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
Kelly Sutton & St. Jude patient Harper. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
St. Jude patient Annzie & Charles Kelley. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
Premiere Networks & Buzz Knight Launch New ‘Takin’ A Walk Nashville’ Podcast
/by Lorie HollabaughPremiere Networks and media executive Buzz Knight are launching a new podcast Takin’ A Walk Nashville, hosted by singer-songwriter Sarah Harralson, on Oct. 30 via iHeartPodcasts.
The new show will debut with guest Chris Young, who will discuss the inside story and inspiration behind the making of his new album I Didn’t Come Here to Leave. With her roots in the local music scene, Harralson will shine a spotlight in each episode on the city’s musical heritage, uncovering stories behind every genre that calls Nashville home. From the legends who shaped its sound to the next wave of genre-blending pioneers, each show will deliver intimate conversations, behind-the-scenes insights, and musical discoveries.
“I’m thrilled for this exciting next chapter of growth for Buzz Knight Media Productions and honored to add Sarah Harralson to our team,” says Knight. “Thanks once again to Premiere’s Julie Talbott for believing in the fine art of storytelling with our podcasts.”
Takin’ A Walk Nashville is the latest chapter in Knight’s Takin’ A Walk: Music History on Foot podcast series.
NSAI Reveals Board Of Directors Changes
/by Madison HahnenPictured (L-R): Drew Baldridge, Parker Welling & Ben Williams
NSAI has begun its multi-part Board election, beginning with elevating Parker Welling to Industry Liaison on the executive committee, and adding Ben Williams to fill Welling’s old seat. Additionally, Drew Baldridge has joined the Board as an Artist-Writer Representative.
Current Board members Rhett Akins and Roger Brown received re-appointments to their positions, with Akins remaining an Artist-Writer Representative and Brown as the Legislative Chair, effective immediately.
The final step in the election process will be votes from professional members and further selections by the NSAI board to determine the remainder of the 2026 NSAI Board of Directors at a later date.
Ty Myers Marks Nashville Debut With Sold-Out Headline Show
/by Lauryn SinkTy Myers. Photo: Jocelyn Myers
Ty Myers made his Nashville debut last week with a sold out show at The Pinnacle on Friday night (Oct. 17).
“I’ve been dying to do a show in Nashville. My team and I wanted it to be the right timing and right venue. I’m so glad we waited and played to a sold-out crowd at The Pinnacle,” shares Myers. “This town means so much to me and we wanted to do it right. For this set, we added horns and an elevated light package, and it just couldn’t have gone better. The crowd was insane.”
Myers performed tracks from his debut album, The Select, including his current Platinum single “Ends of the Earth,” alongside Gold certified fan-favorites “Thought It Was Love” and “Drinkin’ Alone.” Mixed in the set, Myers performed tracks from his upcoming sophomore record including “Leaving Carolina,” “Through a Screen,” “Come On Over, Baby,” and his latest drop “Two Trains.” He gave fans a taste of what is coming next with unreleased track “Good Morning Paris.”
Myers will continue on his 73-date “The Select Tour” through the beginning of next year before joining Luke Combs for the “My Kinda Saturday Night Tour” and make his Stagecoach debut.
Photo: Jocelyn Myers
Photo: Jocelyn Myers
Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley At CRS To Celebrate ’90s Country With Clint Black, Steve Wariner & Paul Overstreet
/by Lorie HollabaughClint Black, Steve Wariner and Paul Overstreet
Clint Black, Steve Wariner and Paul Overstreet will kick off Bob Kingsley‘s Acoustic Alley at CRS with a special celebration of ’90s country on March 19.
Hosted by Fitz from Country Top 40, Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley celebrates the craft of songwriting with performances from some of the most talented songwriters in the industry. Radio Ink will also honor its “Top Country PDs” during the event, which is now in its 13th year and has become a cornerstone of CRS programming, offering attendees a rare opportunity to experience hit songs in their purest form performed by the artists and writers who created them.
Black, Wariner and Overstreet will set the tone for an unforgettable night of songs, stories, and nostalgia, honoring the music that shaped country radio through one of its most influential decades. Additional songwriters and performers for the annual event will be announced in the coming weeks.
Weekly Register: Jason Aldean Joins Top 5
/by Lauryn SinkJason Aldean. Photo: Matt Paskert
Morgan Wallen has maintained his top spot on the streaming charts this week, according to Luminate data.
On the albums chart, Wallen’s I’m The Problem holds its top position with 79K in total consumption. He also holds the No. 2 spot with One Thing At A Time gaining 31K in total consumption and the No. 3 spot with Dangerous: The Double Album garnering 23K in total consumption. Jason Aldean’s 30 Number One Hits takes the No. 4 spot with 22K in total consumption. Shaboozey’s Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going rounds out the chart at No. 5 this week with 18K in total consumption.
Wallen holds the top four spots on the singles chart this week. “I Got Better” holds steady at No. 1 with 10 million streams, adding to 278 million streams to date.
Bobby Huff Inks With Ten Ten Music Group
/by Madison HahnenJoe Luff, Bobby Huff & Barry Coburn.
Songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Bobby Huff has signed a publishing and management deal with Ten Ten Music Group.
Nashville-based Huff has created in multiple-genres, including rock, country and pop. He has had multiple top five and top 10 hits with Papa Roach, Mayday Parade, Drowning Pool, 3 Doors Down, Saliva, and Shinedown. He has also collaborated with Sabrina Carpenter, Simple Plan, Halestorm and Chris Lane. Most notably, he contributed to Reba McEntire’s No. 1 hit “Turn On The Radio.”
Huff’s songs have also appeared on multiple TV shows and movies, including Grey’s Anatomy, American Idol, Tomorrowland, Clifford the Big Red Dog, and Teen Beach Movie 2. His songs can be heard across Disney, HBO, CBS, ABC, NBC, FOX, and ESPN. He also produced “Winter Light” recorded by Tim Finn, which was featured in The Chronicles of Narnia.
“As a songwriter and record producer, Huff is a multi-genre asset. His production is distinctive and intentional, his songwriting is crisp, and his work ethic is consistent,” says Joe Luff, Head of Creative at Ten Ten Music. “Barry Coburn [President of Ten Ten] has a longstanding relationship with Bobby, and they’ve done great work together over the years. We’re extremely excited to pick up where they left off.”
“There is no one I have had more success with or trusted more with my career than Barry Coburn,” adds Huff. “It is great to be working with him again and joining his new team during such an exciting time.”
Industry Ink: Alan Jackson, Chris Young, Ryman Hospitality Properties, CMHOFM
/by Lauryn SinkAlan Jackson’s Silverbelly Whiskey Unveils Three New Offerings
Silverbelly “Last Call”
Alan Jackson’s Silverbelly Whiskey has launched its new Silverbelly “Last Call” offering, along with its fifth small batch release labeled and named for Alan’s 1991 “Don’t Rock the Jukebox”, and first ever 375ml offering labeled and celebrating Alan’s 1996 “Little Bitty.” “Last Call” is available now in a limited release of 1,958 bottles online and in select markets across the country (TN, OK, WI, MI, TX and FL).
Jackson recently announced his final show to take place in Nashville next summer.
Chris Young Performs On ‘Live with Kelly & Mark’
Chris Young and band. Photo: Meagan Reynolds
Chris Young recently performed “Boots On The Ground” on Live With Kelly & Mark. The track comes from his most recent album, I Didn’t Come Here To Leave, which is out now via Black River Entertainment.
Next month, Young will launch his first-ever holiday tour with special guest MaRynn Taylor.
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. Rings The Opening Bell At NYSE
Rhonda Vincent, Colin Reed, Mark Fioravanti, Chris Taylor, and other members of the team ring The Opening Bell. Photo: NYSE
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange yesterday (Oct. 21) to celebrate Opry100. Rhonda Vincent, Colin Reed, Executive Chairman and Mark Fioravanti, President and CEO, as well as Chris Taylor, Chief Development Officer, NYSE joined together for the celebration.
CMHOFM Haley Gallery to Present New Art Exhibition
The Haley Gallery at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will open “LIKE YOU KNOW,” an exhibition showcasing the works of American artist, art director, illustrator and puppeteer Wayne White. The exhibition, which is free and open to the public beginning the evening of Nov. 20 through Jan. 9, 2026, will feature 14 new “word paintings” by White, in addition to sketches and abstracts from his sketchbook.
Zandi Holup Releases ‘Wildflower: Pickin’ In The Meadow’
/by Lauryn SinkZandi Holup has released her new project, Wildflower: Pickin’ in the Meadow, via Big Loud.
The five-song collection, recorded in a meadow in Nashville, features stripped-down versions of “Go Find Less,” “Mountain Man,” “Mary Jane,” “Wildflower” and a cover of Juice WRLD’s “Lucid Dreams.”
“Music can be reimagined a myriad of different ways,” shares Holup. “I recorded these live versions with my band, and I love how they turned out. I’m excited to share them as a bit of a different take on my album Wildflower.”
The project follows her debut with Wildflower earlier this year. Holup produced the new project alongside Cameron Neal.
Wildflower: Pickin’ in the Meadow Track List:
1. “Go Find Less – Pickin’ in the Meadow” (Zandi Holup, Brock Butler, Autumn Buysse, Ben Johnson)
2. “Lucid Dreams – Pickin’ in the Meadow” (Danny Lee Snodgrass, Jr., Dominic Miller, Juice WRLD, Nick Mira, Sting)
3. “Mountain Man – Pickin’ in the Meadow” (Zandi Holup, Daniel Leathersich)
4. “Mary Jane – Pickin’ in the Meadow” (Zandi Holup, Daniel Leathersich)
5. “Wildflower – Pickin’ in the Meadow” (Zandi Holup, Mike Mizwinski)
The Opry Fights Back With St. Jude Night
/by Madison HahnenSt. Jude patient Annzie, St. Jude patient Harper & Kelsea Ballerini. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
The Grand Ole Opry filled with music, heart and hope on St. Jude night, as a star-studded lineup of country favorites took the stage to raise support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Sunday night (Oct. 19). The night celebrated the life-saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Throughout the night, artists and hosts spotlighted the importance of supporting children and families facing critical illnesses. $5 from every ticket sold for the Opry went to St. Jude.
Kicking off the evening were Riders in the Sky, bringing their signature Western swing to the storied stage with “Back on Those Texas Plains” and “Autumn on the Trail.” Their performance of “Woody’s Roundup” paired with “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” charmed the crowd and set a nostalgic tone.
Rising artist Kat Luna followed with a set that spotlighted her vocals and storytelling. Her originals, “Back to You” and “Happiest I’ve Ever Been,” drew warm applause from the audience.
Kelly Sutton & St. Jude patient Annzie. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
Ty Herndon took the mic next, delivering powerhouse vocals on his beloved hits “Living in a Moment,” “A Man Holdin’ On (To a Woman Lettin’ Go),” and “What Mattered Most.” His performance brought a wave of emotion, earning a standing ovation from longtime fans.
Before the next act took the stage, Jessica Turri, ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Head of Artist and Industry Relations, Nashville and former St. Jude patient herself, took her spot at the host stand to share her story and speak about the impact the fundraising night has on the patients and families at St. Jude. She then introduced, Anne Wilson, who delivered a faith and grit anchored set featuring “God & Country,” “Hold Your Horses,” and the breakout hit “My Jesus.”
After the intermission, Charles Kelley brought charm and storytelling with “Driving and Listening to Music” and “Look What We Did.” His soulful rendition of Vince Gill’s “Don’t Let Our Love Start Slipping Away” added a classic touch that resonated with the crowd. Kelley also highlighted the importance of giving back, stating “When I found out the Opry was hosting a night dedicated to St. Jude, I just had to be apart of the line up.”
Mitchell Tenpenny & St. Jude patient Harper. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
The evening’s host Kelly Sutton launched St. Jude’s new t-shirt, “Music Gives To St. Jude Kids,” given to those who become a Partner In Hope. She then brought out 12 year-old former St. Jude patient Harper to introduce the next act, who is no stranger to the cause. “I hate cancer,” Mitchell Tenpenny said as he stepped up to the microphone. “My aunt is currently going through it, my mom is in remission, and I lost my dad to cancer. This night means a lot.” He then launched into acoustic versions of “We Got History,” “Bucket List,” and “Mama Raised the Hell Out of Me.”
Closing out the night was Kelsea Ballerini, introduced by 7 year-old St. Jude patient Annzie, who recently received a bone marrow transplant at the hospital. Ballerini began her set with “Baggage,” before going into “If You Go Down (I’m Going Down To.),” during which Harper and Annzie joined her on stage. Ballerini closed her set with “Peter Pan,” “Cowboys Cry Too” and “Hole In The Bottle.”
Anne Wilson, St. Jude patient Annzie & St. Jude patient Harper. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
Kelly Sutton & St. Jude patient Harper. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
St. Jude patient Annzie & Charles Kelley. Photo: Courtesy of OH Creative
Amazon Music Live Returns for New Season
/by Lauryn SinkAmazon Music Live will return for a third season. Kicking off on October 23rd, the new season will include performances from Shaboozey, Foo Fighters, Fuerza Regida and aespa.
“With Shaboozey, Foo Fighters, Fuerza Regida, and aespa bringing their signature styles to our stage, this season of Amazon Music Live puts fans from around the world in the front row for game-changing performances,” says Kirdis Postelle, Global Head of Content at Amazon Music. “Each artist is crafting a unique, unforgettable set that showcases why live music remains such a powerful force. By uniting sports and music after Thursday Night Football, we’re creating an experience that puts fans at the center of culture.”
Liza Koshy will return to her role as the Amazon Music Live social host.
The series will be available after Thursday Night Football on Prime Video, Twitch and the Amazon Music app.