When you start to build up a collection of effects pedals, keeping your equipment organized can become a challenge.  Pedalboards offer the perfect solution, allowing you to always have your effects chain ready to use. We’ve identified the best pedalboards, with options to suit every musician’s setup, no matter how many effects pedals you have.  […] The post 6 Best Pedalboards of 2023 appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Earlier this year, Usher expressed that he would be a terrific option to eventually perform at the NFL’s Super Bowl Halftime show. Saying that he’d “be a fool to say no,” the 44-year-old would be the latest in a recent streak of either R&B or hip-hop stars to grace the stage. But, while Usher insists […] The post Lil Wayne Nominates Himself to Perform Super Bowl Halftime Show appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Nickelback has extended its North American tour. The band, composed of Chad Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Mike Kroeger, and Daniel Adair, will kick off their 2023 Get Rollin’ Tour on June 12 in Quebec City, Canada. Their touring schedule just got jammed-packed, as they added several dates to the end of their highly anticipated run. Nickelback […] The post Nickelback Expand 2023 North American Tour appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Country music legend Randy Travis extended a helping hand to a local radio station. The “Three Wooden Crosses” singer joined forces with Midwest Communications, Inc. to launch a new country radio station in Nashville, Tennessee.  At precisely 10 a.m. CST on Thursday morning (June 8), Hot 106.7 was transformed to “Y’all 106.7.” The first track […] The post Randy Travis Helps Launch New Country Radio Station in Nashville appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Fans won’t have to wait very long to hear Miranda Lambert and Leon Bridges’ new duet, “If You Were Mine,” live. Lambert announced on the first day of CMA Fest on Thursday (June 8) that she and Bridges would be making the live debut performance of “If You Were Mine” during her set at Nissan […] The post Miranda Lambert and Leon Bridges to Debut Duet Live at CMA Fest appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

If you’ve been on social media, the up-tempo bop “Waffle House” most likely rings a bell. The smash single by the Jonas Brothers was never meant to go viral. In fact, esteemed songwriter-producer Jon Bellion thought the track was initially a joke. The sibling trio tapped Bellion to help cultivate their most mature record to date, The […] The post Songwriter-Producer Jon Bellion Talks Creative Process Behind Jonas Brothers’ ‘Waffle House’ appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Are you a passionate musician on the hunt for the perfect Martin guitar that will capture the essence of your soulful melodies? Look no further as we present to you our exclusive buyer’s guide, designed to address your quest for an exceptional instrument. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a budding artist, we understand the […] The post 6 Best Martin Guitars of 2023 appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

When all else fails, what do you do? You wish. That is the essence of the traditional nursery rhyme, Star Light, Star Bright. Below we dive into the meaning of the rhyme, a bit about its history, and how important it can be to those with nowhere else to go. The Meaning We’ve all been […] The post Behind the Wishful Nursery Rhyme, “Star Light, Star Bright” appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

BTS is officially back together.  In celebration of their tenth anniversary, the K-pop sensations have released “Take Two.” The bilingual track serves as the introduction to their “second chapter,” after a decade-long career.  BTS surprised the ARMY with the anthem on Friday (June 9), just days before their celebratory FESTA event in Seoul, South Korea. […] The post BTS Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Single “Take Two”  appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more

Carrie Underwood is making Denim and Rhinestones deluxe. On Friday (June 9), the superstar announced she’s releasing the deluxe edition of her latest album, Denim and Rhinestones, which features six new songs, including her current single “Out That Truck” and the brand new song, “Take Me Out.” The latter track finds Underwood in a relationship […] The post Carrie Underwood Unveils ‘Denim and Rhinestones’ Deluxe Edition appeared first on American Songwriter ..read more