Ian Munsick is releasing a companion documentary to his White Buffalo album, White Buffalo: Voices Of The West, which premieres Dec. 6 during Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas.

The documentary expands on the album’s concept, with the white buffalo representing a sacred symbol for the Plains Tribes of Native America, its return signaling prosperity and rebirth. The documentary dives into conversations with Dougie Hall, Pro Buckin’ Horse producer and entrepreneur from the Blackfoot Tribe; Stephen Yellowtail, rancher, horse trainer and actor from the Crow Tribe; Sammy Jo Bird, cowgirl from the Blackfeet Nation; and Munsick that explore the modern-day relationship between cowboys, ranchers and Native American tribes, and how they often rely on each other to live off the land out west.

“Some of the best kept secrets are out there, thriving, where the prairie meets the mountains,” Munsick states. “I was lucky enough to be born and raised in the heart of cowboy country, mostly untouched by the outside world. It’s a culture where cowboys and Native Americans are one and the same. I’ve always wanted to use my platform to help shed light on what’s been hidden for decades, so naturally Voices Of The West was a great way to convey an important message, while artistically collaborating with people who rarely get the opportunity to have their voices heard.”

Following the premiere, Yellowstone actor and enrolled member of the Lakota Nations Mo Brings Plenty will moderate a panel discussion between Munsick, Hall, Yellowtail and Bird, alongside director/cinematographer from the Tohono O’odham Nation Cam Mackey and producer Caroline Munsick.

“For centuries, our horse nation relatives carried my ancestors on their backs and continue to in these modern times. It can be said they are responsible for our existence today,” says Brings Plenty. “American Indians, cowboys, ranching and rodeo are deeply rooted in this country’s history, culture and the enduring spirit of the American West, and through Ian’s lens, a historical story of growth, camaraderie, respect, humility and the importance of creating allies with communities other than our own—organically through our shared love of our four-legged relatives—will appear for audiences of all ages.”

Munsick’s headlining “The Buffalo Roams Tour” is currently underway, featuring a rotating lineup of special guests including Randall King, Triston Marez, Catie Offerman, Jake Worthington and Chancey Williams.

Shenandoah Celebrates No. 1 For ‘Two Dozen Roses’ With Luke Combs

Iconic country group Shenandoah recently gathered at The Mane Room at The University of North Alabama (UNA) to celebrate hitting No. 1 on the iTunes All Genre and Country charts with their reimagined hit “Two Dozen Roses” featuring Luke Combs.

Marking Shenandoah’s first No. 1 in 30 years, the new version of the 1989 hit officially went out to country radio last month as the band’s new single. Shenandoah and Combs recorded the track, produced by Grammy-winning engineer Noah Gordon, at the historic Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, where the original version was recorded.

 

Clay Walker Celebrates 30-Year Career With A Night of Hits, Memories & Stories

On Wednesday evening (Nov. 1), Clay Walker hosted members of his team and the music industry at The Late Great to celebrate and reflect on 30 years in the music business. Walker’s debut self-titled album came out 30 years ago in 1993 on Giant Records.

Walker played some of his 11 No. 1 hits as well as songs that influenced him, teased new music and discussed his memories of creating that first album, songwriting and touring throughout the course of his career.

 

Enteract Entertainment Signs Singer-Songwriter Zach Westscott

Enteract Entertainment has signed singer-songwriter Zach Westscott to an exclusive publishing and distribution deal.

A native of Leesburg, New Jersey, Westscott left his job as a firefighter and moved to Tennessee to pursue country music in 2015. After working as a mechanic in Clarksville, he made his way into Music City’s bar scene working as security at several popular music venues on Broadway, earning himself the name of “the singing security guard.” Since then, Westscott has traveled around the country performing at a wide variety of venues as well as opening shows for country artists such as Lonestar and Tyler Booth.

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Russell Dickerson released a deluxe edition of his self-titled album today (Nov. 3). In addition to its 15 original tracks, Russell Dickerson: The Afterparty Deluxe includes 10 additional tracks, including five unplugged acoustic versions four live recordings of fan-favorite tracks and a new track featuring Needtobreathe.

“This deluxe album is a more complete picture of this record and of me as an artist,” says Dickerson, “Getting to dive deeper into who I am and showcase live recordings in a way I haven’t done before. It’s almost as if the self-titled album wasn’t finished yet and the deluxe completes this record and this moment in my life.”

The deluxe project features unplugged acoustic versions of “God Gave Me A Girl,” along with “Beers To The Summer,” “I Remember,” “Drink To This” and “Over and Over.” Sampling from his recent live shows, the project has four new live recordings including Platinum-certified hit “She Likes It,” along with songs “Big Wheels,” “I Wonder” and “I Still Believe.”

Also included is Dickerson’s new collaboration with Grammy-nominated rock band Needtobreathe, called “Red Dirt Church.” Of the track, Dickerson shares, “I have been a fan of Needtobreathe for the longest time. Getting to feature them on this deep woods, uplifting anthem just felt right.”

Russell Dickerson: The Afterparty Deluxe Track List:
1. “Red Dirt Church (feat. Needtobreathe)”
2. “Blame It On Being Young”
3. “Sorry”
4. “She Likes It”
5. “I Still Believe”
6. “Big Wheels”
7. “I Remember”
8. “I Wonder”
9. “God Gave Me A Girl”
10. “All the Same Friends”
11. “Beers To The Summer”
12. “She’s Why”
13. “18”
14. “Over and Over”
15. “Drink To This”
16. “Just Like Your Mama”
17. “Beers To The Summer (Acoustic)”
18. “God Gave Me A Girl (Acoustic)”
19. “I Remember (Acoustic)”
20. “Drink To This (Acoustic)”
21. “Over and Over (Acoustic)”
22. “She Likes It (Live)”
23. “Big Wheels (Live)”
24. “I Wonder (Live)”
25. “I Still Believe (Live)”

The Country Music Association held a celebratory dinner for this year’s CMA Awards nominees at Nashville’s Saint Elle event space on Wednesday night (Nov. 1), just a week ahead of the 57th annual ceremony.

The venue was decorated with warm tones and touches of gold as well as florals from the Nashville-based FLWR Shop. The menu was curated by renowned chef and James Beard Award-winning restaurateur Sean Brock, whose mission is to contribute to the local community, culture and cuisine in a lasting and impactful way.

“It’s a really wonderful privilege to be in the same city as all of you and to be in the same room as all of you,” said Brock. “It’s very inspiring to the food community as well.”

CMA CEO Sarah Trahern welcomed everyone and invited CMA Executive Producer Robert Deaton to lead a special toast for the group. To start the celebration, CMA Award-winning artist Darius Rucker surprised recently retired Universal Music Group (UMG) Nashville Chairman & CEO Mike Dungan with the Irving Waugh Award of Excellence. This award is given to an individual who is the originator and caretaker of demonstrated ideas and actions that have dramatically broadened and improved country music’s influence on a national or international level for the benefit of the industry as a whole.

“This is way beyond anything I could ever dream of,” shared Dungan following a heartfelt speech from Rucker. “I’ve been getting a lot of expressions of love lately, but this is really something.”

The 57th Annual CMA Awards, hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, will air live from Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. CT on ABC.