Willie Nelson | Photo Credit: Pamela Springsteen Willie Nelson's iconic 4th of July Picnic is making a historic shift to Philadelphia this year, marking the first time in 14 years that the event will be held outside of Texas. The festivities will take place at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey, just across the Delaware River from Philly. The lineup for this Independence Day celebration is nothing short of spectacular, featuring music legends like Bob Dylan, Maren Morris, Robert Plant, and Alison Krauss, along with other talented artists. Bob Dylan, renowned for his contributi ..read more

The George Strait community, comprised of players, managers, and personnel, is like a tightly-knit family. For over 45 years, their loyalty and continuity have propelled George Strait to the pinnacle of the country genre. This family is one we feel incredibly close to here at ACountry. Earlier this week, the community faced a double dose of tragedy with the loss of two of Strait’s most loyal team members on the same day. One of these key figures was Erv Woolsey, who played a pivotal role in shaping George Strait’s journey to country music stardom. Their story began in 1975 at The Prairie Rose ..read more

It’s with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a true legend in the world of country music, Toby Keith. As we reflect on his remarkable career spanning decades, we’re reminded of the immense impact he has had on the genre and the countless lives he touched with his music. From his humble beginnings in Oklahoma to becoming a household name in country music, Toby Keith’s journey was one of perseverance, passion, and undeniable talent. With his distinctive voice, unapologetic lyrics, and charismatic stage presence, he captivated audiences around the globe and solidified his place as one of the ge ..read more

Step into the heart of country music as we explore the upcoming album releases that promised to serenade your soul throughout the year 2024. From rising stars to seasoned artists this diverse lineup, ensures musical journey, filled with tales of love life, and the unmistakable twang of country chords. Here’s the current lineup of news we see up and coming in the new year. What are you looking forward to most? “That Girl” by Hannah Ellis (Curb) – Release Date: January 12: Kicking off the year, Hannah Ellis brings her captivating sound to the forefront with “That Girl.” Get ready for an album t ..read more

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the GoldenSky Country Music Festival as it expands to three days to celebrate its third year at Discovery Park in Sacramento, California. From October 18-20, 2024, immerse yourself in the heart of country music with headliners Keith Urban on Friday, Thomas Rhett on Saturday, and Luke Bryan closing out the festival on Sunday. Due to overwhelming demand and the record-breaking attendance of 60,000 over two days in 2023, the festival has added an extra day to make the 2024 edition the biggest GoldenSky yet. Festival producers Danny Wimmer Presents, in col ..read more

Hey y’all, it’s that time of the year again! Grab your hot cocoa and cozy up because “CMA Country Christmas” is hitting your screens on Thursday, Dec. 14 (8:00-9:02 PM/EST) on ABC, and you can catch it the next day on Hulu and Disney+. This 14th annual Christmas bash is bringing you a mix of your favorite holiday tunes and some brand-new tracks to get you in the festive spirit. Our hosts with the most, Amy Grant and Trisha Yearwood, are not only steering the sleigh but also treating us to a heartwarming rendition of “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.” They’re teaming up with the amazing Lindsey ..read more

The ACountry team is in the middle of our Shania Twain kick, and it has us craving her next release! The Legendary Twain has announced that her latest album ‘Queen of Me’ will hit the airwaves on February 3, 2023 – with an accompanying world tour. This is Twain’s sixth full-length album and the first since 2017.  If you’re a ‘Twainiac’ like us, you can rest assured that Shania Twain will come to a city near you. With 49 city stops slotted for next year, Twain will kick off her tour in Spokane, Washington on April 28th and end it across the pond on September 26th in Birmingham, UK. Grab y ..read more

Photo Credit: CMA/ABC December 8 it’s CMA Country Christmas! The ACountry team froths at the mouth for holiday specials, so we will be at the edge of our seats waiting to watch host Carly Pearce bring the holidays home. This is the 13th year we will get to enjoy the comfort of Christmas melodies as we relax after a full day of work (or holiday shopping.)  There are a few performances already slated like Dan + Shay, Maren Morris, Old Dominion, and Scotty McCreery! This is incredibly exciting because it’s hot off the heels of an Old Dominion CMA win for ‘Vocal Group of the Year’, and the la ..read more

It’s a great day for music fans: the Austin City Limits Music Festival Lineup has been announced and ACL tickets are on sale now. ACountry is Houston based and our team is always making the annual trek to Austin for the best festival of the summer in our great Lone Star state. Every year we look forward to the announcement of the lineup and cross our fingers hoping for some favorites, and as usual, this year didn’t disappoint. We are such supporters and fans of C3 and are grateful to have our live music family back where they belong. Remember when live music wasn’t around?!?! We are so apprec ..read more

We are shaking in our boots over here!  The CMA Awards are tonight in Nashville – and y’all they are really trying to impress us this year. If you have been staying up to date with us, you’ll know that we have been hard at work predicting who will win each category – someone has to right? Oftentimes the list of performers can be a tell as to the default winners, but this time we think we will receive a few curveballs!  The CMA Awards s are getting their high step on with some A-list country stars hitting the stage and we are even more locked in for some incredible tunes.  Carri ..read more