CountryBreakout No. 1 Song

In 1965, entertainers Sonny & Cher recorded and released their signature No. 1 “I Got You Babe,” which would eventually become a touchstone of the free-lovin’ ’60s. It’s cute, fuzzy, and sweet on the surface, but underneath there’s a theme of the all-encompassing, saving power of young love that informs many of music’s greatest works. (See also: “Be My Baby,” “God Only Knows”).

Weekly Chart Report (10/14/11)

Everything can change in a day or two when it comes to radio charts […]

Bobby Karl Works the AMA Awards

The Americana Music Association’s Honors and Awards gala celebrated its 10th anniversary last night (10/13) by taking a big step forward. […]

Charlie Cook On Air

I was recently in a meeting with a bunch of industry executives. I snuck in. Each of us was bemoaning the condition of our individual businesses. It was like if we’re going to get kicked in the teeth we wanted to have the worst smile when it was all done.

Bobby Karl Works Vince Gill Week

Chapter 377—Nobody took me up on my suggestion that we rename the city Gillville, but at Thursday’s celebration at Bridgestone Arena (10/13) […]

Americana Fest: Wednesday Night Showcases

Once again it’s time for some twang, because the Americana Music Festival is upon us. The week-long festival and conference, held every October, is above all a celebration of music and, buddy, they’ve got that in spades.

Robert Oermann Honored

Respected journalist and music historian saluted for his work by […]

Pickler Concert to Celebrate Musicians On Call

Charitable organization marks four years of service […]

CDB Member Taz DiGregorio Passes

He spent 40 years with the band as a musician and songwriter of “The Devil Went Down To Georgia” […]

UMPG North America Names New President

Universal Music Group has promoted Evan Lamberg to President of Universal Music Publishing Group, North America […]

Hot Videos From LBT, Urban, Nichols and More

Get your click on and check out these new offerings […]

Photo Round-up (10/13/11)

ASCAP Amped at Margaritaville • Craig Campbell On Southern Fried Flicks • Crystal Hoyt Performs Anthem as Part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month […]

Signing Photo: Forest Whitehead

Blanchard, La., native Forest Whitehead recently inked a publishing agreement with […]

Restless Heart and Friends With The Symphony

Sunday night concert benefits the Nashville Rescue Mission […]

Rascal Flatts Live; Alaina/McBride Sales Updates

Rascal Flatts announce a new Live offering plus sales updates for debut weeks from Martina McBride and Lauren Alaina […]

ACA Nominations Revealed

Superstar nominees for the Fox awards show […]

Strait Announces Tour Dates

King of the road continues outing in 2012 […]

Sonia Leigh Shows Fans The Money

Southern Ground recording artist Sonia Leigh has been designated […]

Fantastic Photos

CMA Songwriters Series Celebrates Joe’s Pub • Jason Jones Makes Grand Ole Opry Debut • Local Performers Support Red Shoe Rendezvous […]

CMA Awards Lineup Additions

Some of country’s hottest duets will be performed on the CMA stage […]

Hunter Hayes Offers Unique 3D Album Experience

New blippar app allows fans to access exclusive interactive content […]

Pettit Goes To W.A.R.

Warner Music Nashville has announced that Jordan Pettit will join […]

EXCLUSIVE: Interview With Actress/ Songwriter Mary Steenburgen

Steenburgen’s passion for songwriting runs as deep as her love of Music City […]

McCreery Leads Sales Charge

Scotty McCreery once again proved the power of TV for exposing and marketing new artists. McCreery, the winner of season 10 of American Idol released his new album, Clear As Day last week (Oct. 4), while celebrating his 18th birthday (…)

Lauren Alaina’s Debut Release Week

“Idol” star garners loads of coverage for her first album […]

Swift To Make Wonderstruck Appearances

Itinerary also includes a local in-store appearance […]

DISClaimer Single Reviews (10/12/11)

Top-tier country radio stars, the triumphant return of a veteran and a stunning debut album are all ingredients in this week’s audio recipe. […]

Mary Steenburgen and Friends In-The-Round Friday

A stellar list of Nashville’s top tunesmiths will join her at the show […]

Nashvillians Among American Music Awards Nominees

See who made the list, representing Music City’s pop/rock, CCM, and Country constituencies […]

“Footloose” Premiere Pics

Stars of the film and soundtrack turned out […]

Jason Aldean Delivers

Jason Aldean stopped by MusicRow to say, “Thanks” and deliver a double platinum/2 million units sold plaque for his latest album, My Kinda Party […]

Toby Keith: New No. 1, New Song, New Video

Toby Keith celebrates his 29th No. 1 single, “Made In America.” It has topped […]

Photo Round-up: Rascal Flatts, Frankie Ballard, The Roys

Rascal Flatts inducted, Frankie Ballard awards school supplies, The Roys sing for the Titans […]

Mat Kearney Sets Hometown Show

Nashville singer-songwrtier Mat Kearney has announced a homecoming tour date […]

Lambert Goes Hipstamatic

Miranda Lambert has teamed with the popular iPhone app […]

The Band Perry, Triple In One

The Band Perry’s hit single, “If I Die Young,” has been certified Triple Platinum for […]

McBride’s Train Trek Promotes Music and Breast Cancer Awareness

Martina McBride’s epic coast to coast train ride is underway, traveling from Los Angeles to New York City to promote new album Eleven. A crowd of press, fans and breast cancer survivors all […]

Magic Mustang Ropes New Creative Director

Experienced creative player finds new home […]

Photo Tuesday

Wake Up Nashville event • Songpluggers at Margaritaville • Jack Isenhour at The Beveled Edge

Americana Music Festival, Conference Launches Tomorrow

Announces special programming highlighting the music of Alabama […]

New Ryman Partner Makes The Wheels Turn

Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium has entered into a multi-year partnership with […]

ACM Sets Voting Timeline

Renew your membership and get out your calendar […]

Sell-Out Is Simply Marketing Slang

We’ve all heard stories about concert tickets selling out within minutes of the box office opening […]

Urban On People.com, Ellen Show

Keith Urban is launching a new single and new fragrance this fall […]

Broken Bow Amps Up Promo Dept.

Broken Bow Records has announced the promotion of […]

NATD Names Officers, Board

The Nashville Association of Talent Directors has a powerhouse board for the coming year […]

Karl Braun Expands Role at HBSS

Established attorney adds new role with […]

Sugarland Will Return To Indiana For Free Concert

Band will lift spirits of Indiana fans with free show […]

New West Announces Executive Changes

Names new Sr. Vice President of A&R and Artist Relations […]

ASCAP To Honor The Civil Wars

ASCAP will honor Nashville duo The Civil Wars with the prestigious […]