Leisure: Arts & Entertainment

Levi Foster Releases Sophomore Album ‘Appalachian Funk Tree’

Oct 09, 2026 at 10:39 am

Last year, when I featured Levi Foster and his debut album We Made Fire in my Music Spotlight column, I was drawn to him because he was different. Not only does his music pa.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Absolute Silence

Oct 07, 2026 at 11:21 am

When I heard that the band Absolute Silence was doing a fundraising concert at Ocean Way Studios to benefit the Isaiah 117 House non-profit, I was all in to support them bec.... Read More

Music Spotlight: American Blonde

Oct 02, 2026 at 06:30 am

When I was sent a link to American Blonde's title track, "Delta Home," from their forthcoming EP, I was blown away. These young blonde southern rockers were unlike anything.... Read More

Celebrating Hispanic Culture in Country Music

Sep 24, 2026 at 01:53 pm

One thing I have learned from conducting hundreds of interviews is how much Hispanic and Latino culture has impacted country music. Hispanic culture helped shape the fou.... Read More

Jeannie Seely’s Beloved ‘Pennsyltucky’ Home Becomes Haven for Songwriters

Sep 11, 2026 at 09:13 am

One year after the passing of Grand Ole Opry icon Jeannie Seely, her beloved Cumberland River home continues her legacy in a deeply personal way—by opening its.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Bronwyn

Aug 27, 2026 at 11:38 am

Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, who goes by the stage name "Bronwyn," is a Grammy-winning Americana/bluegrass artist and two-time IBMA “Fiddle Player of the Year.” Her name.... Read More

Remembering Our Dolly

Aug 25, 2026 at 02:35 pm

Global icon and humanitarian Dolly Parton, known worldwide as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author, died peacefully today in Nashville.... Read More

Kelly Lang Releases New Album, 'Jealous Green Eyes'

Aug 20, 2026 at 03:25 pm

Country/pop singer Kelly Lang has released a new album, Jealous Green Eyes, featuring 11 self-penned or co-written songs that leave no stone unturned, exploring life, love,.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Braden Hull

Jul 24, 2026 at 07:13 am

Braden Hull is a rising singer/songwriter in Nashville, Tennessee, who hails from Lexington, North Carolina. I first met him at CRS 2026, where he immediately impressed me w.... Read More

Country Superstar Thomas Rhett Receives Star on Music City Walk of Fame

Jul 10, 2026 at 04:11 pm

Diamond-certified superstar Thomas Rhett, whose career has produced 25 Number One hits over the past decade, was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Wednesday, July 8.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Spencer Hatcher

Jul 09, 2026 at 04:05 pm

Out of the 43 artists I interviewed at CRS this year, one who clearly stood out to me was Spencer Hatcher. Because he has a bluegrass background, a traditional country sound.... Read More

Music Spotlight: DEK of Hearts

Jul 02, 2026 at 05:19 pm

When I went to see one of my artists' Opry debuts in May, another group was also having their Opry debut: DEK of Hearts. The trio, who met while attending Trevecca Nazarene.... Read More

Emily Hackett Releases New Album 'Must Be Present to Win'

Jun 26, 2026 at 08:09 am by Bethany Bowman

I always appreciate those artists who gave me a chance way back when I had little experience or reputation to rely on. Emily Hackett is one of the artists I featured back in.... Read More

Dennis Quaid Releases "On My Way to Heaven" Featuring Tanya Tucker and Kris Kristofferson

Jun 22, 2026 at 02:39 pm by Bethany Bowman

Multi-talented artist Dennis Quaid, Tanya Tucker, and the late legendary Songwriter Kris Kristofferson recently released a new single, “On My Way to Heaven,” ava.... Read More

Songwriting With: Soldiers Releases Daddy's Son for Father's Day

Jun 19, 2026 at 08:00 am by Bethany Bowman

Anyone who has listened to and/or written music knows that there is a healing aspect to it, and it is never more evident than when working with veterans. Veterans John ".... Read More