Reba McEntire; Photo Courtesy of Opry/NBC

Reba McEntire Reveals Inspiration Behind Compelling “My Chains Are Gone” Gospel CD And DVD Project

Posted on April 24, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Reba McEntire has delivered a highly anticipated DVD of her first ever solo headlining show at the Ryman Auditorium in 2017, hosted by Gospel music legend Bill Gaither and featuring special guests Trisha Yearwood, Kelly Clarkson and The Isaacs. View…

Baylee Littrell and his dad, Backstreet Boys' Brian Littrell; Photos Courtesy of Instagram

Baylee Littrell Says His New Single “Gone” Brought His Dad, Backstreet Boys’ Brian Littrell, To Tears

Posted on April 23, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Baylee Littrell may be the son of a pop star, but his country roots run deep and are emerging through his own musical endeavors. The Georgia native released his debut album, 770-Country, in 2019, which featured two songs co-written by…

Clay Walker, Alexandra Kay, Tracy Lawrence; Photo Courtesy of Instagram

Alexandra Kay Recalls A Moment She Shared With Clay Walker & Tracy Lawrence On Tour That Meant The World To Her

Posted on April 19, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Alexandra Kay had no idea that performing cover songs while making her morning coffee on TikTok would lead to opening shows for some of the biggest artists in country music. Kay’s ‘Coffee Covers’ on TikTok have earned her recognition from…

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Shenandoah Talks About Ghostly Pranks by Randy Travis, 35th Anniversary Tour, & All-Star Collaborations On Latest Album

Posted on April 7, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Legendary country group Shenandoah is celebrating its 35th anniversary as a band, which includes a stellar catalog of hits including “The Church on Cumberland Road,” “Sunday in the South,” “Two Dozen Roses,” “Next to You, Next to Me,” and many…

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CJ Solar Talks Songwriting Success, Story Behind Title Track Of Upcoming Album ‘The Future’s Neon’

Posted on April 1, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Singer-songwriter CJ Solar has been cranking out country songs in Nashville for more than eight years, including co-writing two number one hits. As an artist, Solar has more than 15 million streams of his music. Solar chatted with Music Mayhem…

Texas Hill; Photo by Erika Rock

Texas Hill Talks Genesis of Trio & Journey To Their Debut Album ‘Heaven Down Here’

Posted on April 1, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Texas Hill is a trio of three solo artists who have had success on their own: Craig Wayne Boyd (Season 7 Winner of The Voice), Casey James (Third place finisher on Season 9 of American Idol) and Adam Wakefield (Season…

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Allie Colleen Talks Debut Album ‘Stones’ & New Song “Halos and Horns” Produced With Lee Brice & Jerrod Niemann

Posted on March 30, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Allie Colleen, a native of Owasso, Oklahoma and graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, is a storyteller with a classic country tone that molds to the unique narratives she delivers in her songs. Colleen sat down with Music Mayhem and shared…

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Chayce Beckham Talks Friendship With Luke Bryan, New Song “Tell Me Twice,” & His Duet With Lindsay Ell

Posted on March 30, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

Since winning Season 19 of American Idol, California native Chayce Beckham has moved to Nashville, Tennessee and settled into the country music community, building friendships with fellow artists and honing his songwriting craft. Those relationships and hard work are paying…

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Cooper Alan Talks Success On TikTok & His Current Single “Can’t Dance”

Posted on March 30, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

With more than 6.6 million followers on the social media platform TikTok, North Carolina native Cooper Alan is a rising country artist who is transforming those follows, likes, and comments into fans buying tickets to shows and streaming his music….

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Reba McEntire Reflects On Tragedy & Hope Ahead Of “Somehow You Do” Performance At 94th Academy Awards

Posted on March 26, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

It’s been 31 years since Reba McEntire first appeared at The Academy Awards, where she filled in for Meryl Streep to perform “I’m Checkin’ Out” a song from the movie, Postcards from the Edge, which was nominated for Best Original…

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Chase Matthew Talks Debut Album, Ryan Upchurch Friendship, Dream Duet & Grand Ole Opry Aspirations

Posted on March 21, 2022

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Madeleine O'Connell

Nashville newcomer, Chase Matthew went from being an ATV mechanic to a viral sensation. Matthew has been writing music since he was only 12 years old and just like the title track off his debut album, Matthew knows that this…

Alex Miller; Photo By Jason Davis

Alex Miller Talks New Single “Through With You,” Upcoming Album ‘Miller Time’ & His Favorite ‘American Idol’ Memories

Posted on March 9, 2022

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Nicole Palsa

When you first meet Alex Miller, you’re taken aback by two things: his stature and his maturity. Standing at 6 feet and 6 inches tall, Miller carries himself with a maturity far beyond his 18 years of life. During an…

Tyler Braden; Photo by Chris Hollo

Tyler Braden Talks ‘What Do They Know’ EP, “Dream Come True” Opry Debut & Teases “Big News” Coming

Posted on February 7, 2022

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Madeleine O'Connell

From working seven years as a firefighter and first responder to signing with a major label as a country artist, Tyler Braden is making a name for himself in the music industry through his rock-inspired songs and emotional-filled lyrics. Coming…

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ERNEST Talks “Surreal” Grand Ole Opry Experience With Morgan Wallen: “I Was Living My Dream”

Posted on February 4, 2022

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Music Mayhem

At just 10-years-old, ERNEST took his very first trip to The Grand Ole Opry, and when he stepped foot within the legendary circle – he made a promise to himself that he would return to the sacred venue as a…

Jake Hoot, Lanie Gardner, Andrea Boehlke, Sam Alex, Adam Hambrick; Photo by Mike Kelly

Jake Hoot, Lanie Gardner & More Partake In Sam Alex’s Nashville-Style Songwriter Round In Chicagoland 

Posted on January 31, 2022

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Tiffany Goldstein

Breaking into the world of journalism could be a challenging task, as it takes perseverance and passion to get noticed by a well-respected outlet or publication. While most professions ask for a simple resume, an aspiring journalist must present tangible…

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Walker Hayes To Honor Late Daughter Oakleigh In A Heart-Wrenching Song “Six On Earth, One In Heaven”

Posted on January 29, 2022

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Tiffany Goldstein

Within the last few months, country music fans have witnessed Walker Hayes turn into an internet sensation and a world-renowned singer-songwriter. Fresh off the heels of his GRAMMY-nominated anthem, “Fancy Like,” Hayes has brought transparency to the next level by…

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Trey Lewis Talks Finding His Purpose In Music After Facing Challenging Times

Posted on January 18, 2022

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Tiffany Goldstein

At a very young age, an Alabama native was struggling with the harsh reality of alcohol abuse. While contemplating seeking help or continuing down a dark path, music suddenly became the saving grace needed to push the southern teen in…

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Kenny G Says He Put On His “Romance Hat” For New Song “Only You” [EXCLUSIVE]

Posted on January 13, 2022

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Tiffany Goldstein

Kenny G (Kenneth Bruce Gorelick) was only 10-years-old when he picked up the saxophone and realized that the single-reed instrument could be used as his secret weapon to success. In a quaint Jewish community in Seattle, Washington – Kenny would…

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Frank Zummo Talks Solo Project, “On My Mind” Featuring Grabbitz & More

Posted on January 4, 2022

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Melinda Lorge

Over the past two years, several music artists have had to find ways to stay busy throughout the pandemic, and that includes Frank Zummo. The drummer, who is best known for his presence in punk rock band Sum 41, encountered…

Carrie Underwood, Shania Twain, Kelsea Ballerini and Gwen Stefani in DanielXDiamond; Photos Provided

DanielXDiamond Puts The Glitz And Glam Into Country Music With Custom Rhinestone Attire

Posted on December 22, 2021

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Tiffany Goldstein

Fashion is similar to a revolving door, trends constantly go in and out of style. However, certain pieces such as fringe, diamonds, denim, and timeless cowboy hats remain a staple in the fast-fashion industry. It was when Daniel Musto and…