2026 is just getting started, but things are already heating up on the country music forefront. Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) has announced the lineup for the 2026 New Faces of Country Music®Show as part of the annual Country Radio Seminar (CRS). The showcase will feature emerging artists Kelsey Hart, Ella …
What a year 2025 has been! In our final episode of the year, we reflect on some of our biggest highlights throughout 2025 and dive into the moments, music, and stories that shaped country music over the past year. One of the most exciting trends we saw was the rise …
As we wind down 2025, the news out of Nashville isn’t slowing down so of course we had to talk about it! This episode is packed with major announcements, including one of the biggest honors in country music, Jelly Roll being invited to become a member of the Grand Ole …
This week on the Country Music Rocks Podcast, we’re diving into country artists who have huge fan bases, rack up streaming numbers, and sell out venues of all sizes. They do all this without the traditional promo pushes across social media, radio, email and beyond. These artists are more of …
Boot Barn and singer-songwriter Chase Rice have teamed up with apparel brand Cody James to release a curated collection, Cody James Black 1978®. This collection of men’s Western apparel is both stylish and refined, making it a perfect fit with Chase Rice as the brand ambassador. Rice is featured in …
The holiday season is here, and we couldn’t be more excited! Decorations are up, Christmas songs are playing, and the holiday shopping has officially begun. This week on the Country Music Rocks Podcast, we’re sharing some of our all-time favorite Christmas tunes, highlighting new holiday releases that we are enjoying, …
The Academy of Country Music Awards, known as the ACMs, is set to return to Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena to celebrate the 61st ACM Awards. The awards show will stream live Sunday, May 17, 2026 on Prime Video as well as the Amazon Music Channel on …
This week on the Country Music Rocks podcast, we want to take a moment to thank you for listening and watching our podcast. We’ve truly enjoyed this new venture, and we’re excited to take it even further in the year ahead. As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, we’re sharing …
Amazon Music is celebrating artists and the art of songwriting with its series, Songline. Each session features stripped-down performances and in-depth interviews, giving artists the chance to share their creative process and showcase their craft. The latest installment spotlights five-time GRAMMY® Award–winning singer/songwriter Brandon Lake. The new episode includes a …
The 59th Annual CMA Awards took place live in Nashville this evening, delivering a star-studded celebration from start to finish. There was glitz, there was glam, and there was a whole lot of country! Coined as Country Music’s Biggest Night™, it was truly an evening to remember. With standout performances …
The 59th Annual CMA Awards take place tonight, live from Nashville at the Bridgestone Arena and hosted by Lainey Wilson. It’s Country Music’s Biggest Night™, and we can’t wait to see who walks away with a CMA Award. In anticipation of the CMA Awards, we’re sharing our picks and predictions …