Author: Brady Gray

Clearing things up. During Wednesdays 58th annual CMA Awards show, Cody Johnson’s producer found himself in hot water after making an awkward joke about “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” singer, Shaboozey, during his brief acceptance speech for CoJo’s “Leather” winning Album of the Year. After Cody thanked his fans, Trent Willmon stood in front of the mic (and millions watching at home), and uttered, “I got to tell you, this is for this cowboy who’s been kicking Shaboozey for a lot of years.” Since that moment, Willmon’s comment sections on social media have been filled with angry Shabbozey fans accusing him…

Big boys are so back. Last week, PEOPLE released their annual Sexiest Man Alive issue. While naming The Office actor-turned-heartthrob, John Krasinski, their 2024 cover star, the celebrity news magazine decided to switch things up and simultaneously name a “sexiest man” from every age between 20-41 years old. Country stars such as Warren Zeiders and Hunter Hayes, as well as folk artist, Noah Kahan, rounded out the list for ages 25, 33 and 27, but the most surprising (and head-scratching) of them all just might’ve been who they named the sexiest man for age 34 – none other than country…

Earlier this week, the staff writers over at Billboard released their “100 Greatest Country Artists of All Time” list, and as you probably could’ve guessed – it’s a complete joke. First, let me preface this article by saying that music is obviously subjective and there’s no way to please country fans and prevent them from being pissed off about something on the internet regardless (can’t say I blame them with what we’ve been forced to endure over the last decade). With that said, it’s clear that bias and politics played a role in determining whom and in what order certain…

“Somebody call HR please.” Jokes were flying in by the dozen last night at the CMA Awards with hosts, Lainey Wilson, Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, delivering some solid lines throughout the night. Though they failed to point out the absolute joke that the CMAs themselves have become over the past decade, the trio did land a couple of good ones referencing Luke Combs’ “Sexiest Man Alive” nod and Jelly Roll’s weight-loss journey over the year. For the most part, it was your typical awards show fare with an even mix of corny bits and some solid riffing between the…

Zach Top is officially hittin’ the road. Back in September, the “I Never Lie” singer announced his headlining 2025 ‘Cold Beer & Country Music’ Tour with special guests Jake Worthington and Cole Goodwin. Taking advantage off his growing popularity, Top took to social media this morning to announce an additional 11 tour dates, featuring previously announced opener, Jake Worthington, as well as 24 year-old newcomer, Lauren Watkins. The tour kicks off on January 16th, in Omaha, NE, and was originally scheduled to wrap up in mid-March. Now, with a three-week break, Top will pick back up in Oxford, MS, on April 2nd,…

Country’s finest. Back in 2017, Chris Stapleton and George Strait (as well as a handful of others) took the stage together to perform Strait’s 1993 classic, “When Did You Stop Loving Me.” The song was the third and final single from Strait’s “Pure Country” album and the performance was at a benefit concert to raise money for Hurricane Harvey victims. When it was all said and done, they ended up raising over 40 million dollars. Even though he was one of the performers himself, Chris didn’t take the moment for granted: “If you don’t think growing up listening to George…