Watch Zac Brown on Kix TV. ZBB’s front man talks with Kix Brooks about fatherhood and performing with musical heroes. Plus, Zac shares the inspiration behind “My Old Man” and the band’s new album Welcome Home. … MORE
Yearly Archives: 2017
Social Media Mavericks: Which Country Stars Have the Biggest Reach on Social Media?
We thought it would be interesting to crunch a few numbers to see which country stars have the biggest reach on social media. Taking into account an artist’s total number of Twitter, Facebook and Instagram followers, we compiled a list of the Top 20 country stars with the biggest social media reach. While total Twitter,…… MORE
Kickin’ It with Kix Podcast – Episode 6 (5/29/17)
What happens when Suzanne takes the day off? Find out in Episode 6 of the Kickin’ It with Kix Podcast as Kix and Producer Lono take the reigns! Kix reflects on his weekend of shows with Brooks & Dunn, while Lonnie shares his review of Eric Church’s Holdin’ My Own Tour. And, they take a moment to pay homage to Memorial Day.… MORE
Tim McGraw and Garth Brooks Flex Their Guns for a Good Cause
Much like 2014’s Ice Bucket Challenge sought to promote awareness of ALS via social media, the USO’s #Flex4Forces campaign calls on Americans to show their strength by striking a biceps flex in support of our nation’s military and sharing it on social media. Step 1: Show Your Strength Strike your flex pose Snap a picture…… MORE
Exclusive Premiere: Listen to Ray Scott’s “Put Down That Gun” From Upcoming Album, “Guitar For Sale”
North Carolina native Ray Scott is known for mixing his rich baritone with a wry-witted lyric to create good-timin’ tunes like “Drinkin’ Beer” and “Ain’t Always Thirsty.” On June 9, the good times roll on as Ray releases his new album, Guitar For Sale, which includes the anecdotally edgy “Put Down That Gun,” a song…… MORE
Watch the Teaser to Lauren Alaina’s New Movie, “Road Less Traveled”
Lauren Alaina is coming to a digital retailer near you. Lauren stars as Charlotte in the new movie Road Less Traveled, which will hit digital retailers on June 6. The rom-com follows Charlotte’s journey from California to her Tennessee hometown, where she runs into her old high school flame. “I play Charlotte, and Charlotte is…… MORE
NASH Next 2017 Competition Begins the Search for the Next Great Country Star, With Garth Brooks, Scott Borchetta & Kix Brooks
Beginning today (May 31), you or someone you know can start down the road of becoming the next great country star thanks to the 3rd annual NASH Next competition. NASH Next 2017 officially launches today, bringing together unknown talent, a major record label (Big Machine Label Group), the power of country radio (Cumulus Media) and…… MORE
Watch George Strait Ride Away in a New Golf Cart Commercial
George Strait may have hung up his saddle when he capped his Cowboy Rides Away Tour in June 2014, but King George rides again—only this time it’s in a new all-electric Garia Golf Cart. If you want to cruise the course in style like King George, you’ll need some of that Strait cash. The luxury…… MORE
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RaeLynn Shares the Story Behind Her New Song, “Say,” Featuring Friends Dan + Shay [Watch Video]
After her stint on Season 2 of The Voice in 2012, RaeLynn moved to Nashville and met another pair of up-and-coming artists, Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay, who eventually became her “best friends in this industry.” When it came time to record her 2017 debut album, WildHorse, RaeLynn knew exactly who…… MORE
Brett Young Earns First Billboard No. 1 With “In Case You Didn’t Know”
Brett Young scored his first No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart this week (May 30) with his sophomore single, “In Case You Didn’t Know.” Co-written by Brett, Tyler Reeve, Kyle Schlienger and Trent Tomlinson, the emotional melody was recently certified platinum by the RIAA for sales of 1 million units. Brett is the only…… MORE