From artists and honorees to TV stations and times, here’s everything a country music fan needs to know about CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special. Date: June 3 Time: 8 p.m. ET/PT, 7 p.m. CT Location: Virtual Television Stations: CMT, Paramount Network, Pop TV, TV Land Performers and Participants: Blake Shelton,…… MORE
In recognition of Blackout Tuesday on June 2, Nash Country Daily is pausing the commentary to bring you messages of unity directly from the country music community. All photos will appear without color. Darius Rucker via Instagram “I have been sitting here trying to figure out what I wanted to say. This whole thing just…… MORE
A number of country stars—including Darius Rucker, Ingrid Andress, Kane Brown, Tim McGraw, Jimmie Allen, Chris Young and more—have shared personal statements across social media concerning racism and inequality. pic.twitter.com/QkYirR2UCy — Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) June 1, 2020 pls read and go to https://t.co/IOBUn8ysly pic.twitter.com/LjqNCTjFLe — Ingrid Andress (@IngridAndress) May 29, 2020 pic.twitter.com/WtEnXSUi1G — Kane Brown…… MORE
CMT announced the second slate of performers for its two-hour TV special, CMT Celebrates Our Heroes: An Artists of the Year Special, on June 3 at 7 p.m. CT. Brandi Carlile, Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Kane Brown, Kristen Bell, Lauren Daigle, Luke Combs, Sam Hunt and Tim McGraw will join previously announce performers Brothers Osborne,…… MORE
During the CBS television special, ACM Presents: Our Country, on April 5, a trio of stars paid tribute to Kenny Rogers, who passed away on March 20. Brad Paisley and Darius Rucker teamed up for a medley of “Lucille” and “The Gambler,” while Luke Bryan performed “Coward of the County.” Kenny topped the Billboard Hot…… MORE
The Academy of Country Music announced performers for its two-hour TV special, ACM Presents: Our Country, which will air live on April 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. Performers include Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown & John Legend, Luke Bryan, Brandi Carlile, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Sheryl Crow, Florida Georgia Line, Lady Antebellum,…… MORE
A number of country artists shared their sentiments regarding the death of country music legend Kenny Rogers, 81, who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 20. Dolly Parton, Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Tim McGraw, Oak Ridge Boys, Keith Urban, Charlie Daniels, Darius Rucker, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley and…… MORE
From titling his 2010 album, Charleston, SC 1966, to his ardent support of the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, it’s no secret Darius Rucker is a Palmetto State pundit through and through. Now he has finally found the perfect job. Darius will partner with the Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism to serve as an…… MORE
Darius Rucker’s 2013 No.1 hit, “Wagon Wheel,” has been certificated by the RIAA as 8X Platinum for sales of 8 million units. The tune, which was written by Bob Dylan and Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Secor, is now one of the Top 5 best-selling country songs of all time as certified by the RIAA.…… MORE
Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry always boasts a stellar lineup . . . but some shows are out of this universe. For instance, the Opry’s two shows on Feb. 11 will feature Luke Combs, Darius Rucker, Jimmie Allen, Maggie Rose and Dale Watson. Tickets are still available for both shows: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Additional…… MORE
