Leisure: Arts & Entertainment

Music Spotlight: KC Johns

Apr 23, 2025 at 11:10 am by Bethany Bowman

When I met KC Johns at CRS 2025, I was instantly drawn to her energy. More importantly, her music matched her electrifying can-do attitude. Johns was born in Memphis and rais.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Ira Dean

Apr 14, 2025 at 04:41 pm by Bethany Bowman

Ira Dean comes from a musical family. His brother is Billy Dean, but not that Billy Dean. "It's a joke because Billy Dean's royalty checks used to go to my brother," Dean mu.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Lane Smith

Apr 11, 2025 at 07:01 am by Bethany Bowman

The leap from rodeo bullfighter to country music singer may not be as vast as you think. Lane Smith was raised in Branch Springs, Texas, just north of San Antonio. The tough.... Read More

Annie Bosko Embraces Her Roots With New Single, 'California Cowgirl'

Apr 08, 2025 at 01:14 pm by Bethany Bowman

Music Spotlight artist Annie Bosko hails from California, not from San Francisco or Los Angeles, but from a farm near Thousand Oaks. While people often associate country mus.... Read More

Harper Grace and Franklin Jonas Release ‘IDK’

Apr 03, 2025 at 02:01 pm by Bethany Bowman

Those who grew up with kids who were crazy about the Jonas Brothers probably remember there was a 4th younger brother, Frankie. Now Frankie is Franklin, and he is grown.... Read More

Lewis Brice Releases ‘She Loves My Country’

Mar 28, 2025 at 03:28 pm by Bethany Bowman

A lot has changed for Lewis Brice since I last featured him and his debut album, Product Of, in March 2024. His daughter, Rhaelynn, was born in April, completely changing hi.... Read More

Rob Mayes Releases New EP ‘Can You Hear Me Now’

Mar 28, 2025 at 07:14 am by Bethany Bowman

One of the hardest-working individuals I've met since writing my column is actor, model, composer, and singer Rob Mayes. And while he gladly accepts various acting jobs as t.... Read More

Luke Combs Receives Star on Music City Walk of Fame

Mar 21, 2025 at 03:30 pm by Bethany Bowman

Two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and Columbia Nashville artist Luke Combs was inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The day after Grand O.... Read More

Pat Boone Releases Multi-Artist Anthem, 'ONE – Voices for Tanzania'

Mar 21, 2025 at 06:00 am by Bethany Bowman

Entertainment icon and philanthropist Pat Boone is set to release his latest musical anthem, "ONE—Voices for Tanzania. " This powerful song was written to unite the wo.... Read More

Onoleigh Releases Debut EP, ‘First Rodeo’

Mar 19, 2025 at 03:40 pm by Bethany Bowman

After residing in Nashville for more than six years, Onoleigh, who has released multiple hit singles, including “Ghost Stories,” “Beautifully Broken,”.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Six Gun Sally

Mar 14, 2025 at 11:37 am by Bethany Bowman

When I first heard a few Six Gun Sally songs, I knew immediately that this band was meant to be heard live. The members, who have various musical pursuits of their own, rem.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Kelsey Hart

Mar 12, 2025 at 03:34 pm by Bethany Bowman

Kelsey Hart never had the goal of being a country music singer. Right out of high school, the Kentucky native went to barber school and got his license. His friend who lived r.... Read More

Tyler Rich Releases Sophomore Album, Hello California

Mar 10, 2025 at 11:27 am by Bethany Bowman

Country music singer-songwriter Tyler Rich released his sophomore album, Hello California, on March 7th. This 10-track independent project tells the story of a California nati.... Read More

Taylor Hughes Releases Old Fashioned You

Mar 07, 2025 at 06:15 am by Bethany Bowman

I have long been a fan of Taylor Hughes since I first interviewed her in 2021. Her rich contralto adds a unique depth to her songs, making them resonate with listeners w.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Lily Rose

Mar 05, 2025 at 10:32 am by Bethany Bowman

Lily Rose came across my radar in 2021 when her mega-hit “Villain” hit the airwaves and she was soon named to the 2022 CMT Next Women of Country. Rose hails.... Read More