Music Spotlight

Feb 13, 2026 at 06:00 am by Bethany Bowman

When I heard Bella Lam's song, "Take It Out On My Guitar," I knew I wanted to feature her. When I found out she was an Asian American from Chattanooga, Tennessee, I was even.... Read More

Ana Cristina Cash Releases ‘The Sunshine State’

Jan 30, 2026 at 06:41 am by Bethany Bowman

One of the most talented and diverse artists I have ever featured, Ana Cristina Cash, is releasing her bilingual album, The Sunshine State, this weekend. Singing since s.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Stella Prince

Jan 22, 2026 at 12:34 pm by Bethany Bowman

A musician who has long been on my short list of females I need to feature in my Music Spotlight column is the Woodstock-raised, Nashville-honed, and Laurel Canyon-inspired.... Read More

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Movie Coming Soon

Jan 16, 2026 at 03:29 pm by Bethany Bowman

During the week of Elvis' birthday this year, I was fortunate to tour Graceland and attend the US premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert. This is what is learned. Th.... Read More

Jake Hoot and Becca Bowen Release ‘Sometimes I Do’

Jan 16, 2026 at 06:00 am by Bethany Bowman

Season 17 winner of NBC’s The Voice, Jake Hoot, has teamed up with Music Spotlight artist Becca Bowen to bring us Bowen’s original single, “Sometimes I Do..... Read More

Rock Band ‘Heart’ Going Strong in 2026

Jan 06, 2026 at 01:15 pm by Bethany Bowman

Those of us of a certain age grew up listening to the iconic rock band Heart, comprised of sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson and their incredible band. Naturally, when they came.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Hayden Baker

Dec 31, 2025 at 04:57 pm by Bethany Bowman

Award-winning Texas country music artist Hayden Baker recently released a ten-track album called Alive and Well, a perfect blend of honky-tonk tunes and storytelling ballads.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Joe Hermes

Dec 18, 2025 at 12:07 pm by Bethany Bowman

Joe Hermes' music hits that perfect sweet spot between classic rock and traditional country music. He is a seasoned entertainer whose values are rooted in faith, family, and.... Read More

Heart To Play The Pinnacle On December 21

Dec 17, 2025 at 10:39 am by Bethany Bowman

The famed rock band, Heart, is playing the beautiful Pinnacle Venue in Nashville on December 21. After seeing them play Ascend in 2019, I was already aware that their show i.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Marcus Hummon

Dec 13, 2025 at 12:53 pm by Bethany Bowman

Marcus Hummon is a renowned, respected, and much-loved songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. When I learned that he composed an entire album dedicated to the famous American.... Read More

2025 (Mostly) Country Christmas Roundup

Dec 05, 2025 at 09:37 am by Bethany Bowman

This year's roundup is bigger than ever, with so many artists putting out new Christmas music. I compiled a list of 25 original songs, 15 beloved covers, and 22 full albums.... Read More

The Grand Ole Opry Celebrates 100th Birthday

Nov 29, 2025 at 03:41 pm by Bethany Bowman

On November 28, 2025, one hundred years to the date of the premiere, a star-studded tribute was held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee. Included in the eve.... Read More

Music Spotlight: The Dugger Band

Nov 25, 2025 at 10:43 am by Bethany Bowman

When I heard the Dugger Band and their hit song "True Colors," I knew I wanted to feature them as soon as time allowed. Jordan and Seth Dugger are from Greenville, Tennessee.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Cody Hibbard

Nov 21, 2025 at 10:46 am by Bethany Bowman

Cody Hibbard is the fifth artist I have interviewed from this season of The Road, and, in my humble opinion, he is the most country-sounding of them all. Fortunately, he too.... Read More

Save the Music Foundation Honors Lee Ann Womack, Cameo Carlson, and Old Dominion

Nov 19, 2025 at 01:28 pm by Bethany Bowman

On Tuesday, November 13th, Save The Music  (STM) brought together Nashville's music community for its 6th annual "Hometown to Hometown" event, raising over $250,000 to su.... Read More