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Where Are All The Independent Bluegrass Artists AirplayExpress thanks Eddie Cunningham, Dave Caley, Rawhide and Lee Marcus for their Support . Notice To All Independent Bluegrass Artists: AirplayExpress devotes a great deal of time every week checking Summarizing & Collating downloads of Independent Bluegrass artists songs received from Radio Station, Disc Jockeys and sourced from … Continue reading →

Marty Martel A Legend In The Music Business Dies Sad news As one of our great Nashville music industry friends Has Passed Away When in Nashville and in the company of the music industry crowd and you mention the name “Marty Martel” everyone knows exactly who you are talking about. It is safe to say … Continue reading →

News Just in Joe Diffie has Died Country Music Loses A Legend Joe Diffie Tests Positive For Corona Virus Country legend Joe Diffie is the latest celebrity to test positive for coronavirus. The singer released a statement about his condition on Friday afternoon (3/27). “I am under the care of medical professionals and currently receiving treatment. My … Continue reading →

Country Music Icon Kenny Rogers Dies at 81 I’ve Enjoyed Saying Farewell To The Fans Over The Course Of The Past Two Years Vocalist Kenny Rogers, who dominated the pop and country charts in the 1970s and 1980s with a string of sleekly tailored hits and won three Grammys, has died. He was 81. Rogers “passed … Continue reading →

Do Your Friends Really Care About You? Can You Really Stand Up and Say You Really Care About Your Friends? Some people seem to have so many friends and when looking at them, it seems that they all care for each other, but do they really? Magazines write about how we need friends and how … Continue reading →

Country Music Association Says Fest To Continue As Planned The June 4-7 2020 CMA Fest Is Still On The Books Despite Coronavirus Concerns With the World Health Organization declaring the spread of coronavirus a global pandemic and events canceling left and right, at least one highlight of the country music calendar is still happening — … Continue reading →

“Get Back On That Horse And Ride” A Tribute in Memory of Chris Darrow From Co-Writer Eddie Leroy Cunningham . AIRPLAY EXPRESS http://www.airplayexpress.com has released the single “GET BACK ON THAT HORSE AND RIDE,” the first of over 50 songs co-written and recorded by California Country Rock legend and multi-instrumentalist Chris Darrow and his co-writer and … Continue reading →

IDSS Hall Of Fame Member Lance James Dies South African Country Music Legend Lance James has died at the age of 82 . Lance was admitted to the hospital eight weeks ago after experiencing heart problems. The Country music veteran’s health deteriorated after he fell while in hospital care and broke his hip which led … Continue reading →

Billy Bob’s Texas Receives ACM Nomination for Club Of The Year A portion of proceeds from Midland’s sold-out shows go to ACM Lifting Lives . FORT WORTH, Texas – With multiple sold-out shows this weekend, the colossal Billy Bob’s Texas is not slowing down anytime soon! The legendary, one-of-a-kind honky-tonk in the Fort Worth Stockyards National … Continue reading →

Rhonnie Scheuerman’s Inspiration Station for this Friday for all in need of some Trust and Obey Dr. Charles Stanley Joshua 6:1-5 One of my favorite songs is “Trust and Obey” because it sums up God’s purpose for our lives. When we practice these two commands, a beautiful cycle begins. Trusting the Lord makes obedience easier, and … Continue reading →

Joe Biden’s Claims He Was Arrested In Soweto Big questions over Biden’s claims he was arrested in Soweto trying to see Mandela Former US Vice President Joe Biden has told a story about being arrested in South Africa during several presidential campaign events in February, but there’s no evidence he’s ever mentioned the incident ever … Continue reading →

Stars Headline 2020 Country Music Cruise Tracy Lawrence, Oak Ridge Boys, Randy Owen Among Stars Lawrence was just one of the revelers onboard Holland America’s Nieuw Amsterdam as it set sail for St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; San Juan, Puerto Rico and Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas the last week of January. It was … Continue reading →

Ed Dailey Celebrates 50 Years On the Radio With 50 Years On The Radio Ed Dailey admits You Can’t Please Everyone Ed Dailey is a long-time radio favorite in Washington State USA, and Internet Radio worldwide. Ed started in radio when he was just 12 years old. He had a regular radio show on KSMK … Continue reading →

Luke Bryan releases Born Here, Live Here, Die Here Luke Bryan revealed details of his seventh studio album, setting April 24 for the release Produced by longtime collaborators Jeff and Jody Stevens, the new set features 10 tracks including Bryan’s last chart topper, “Knockin’ Boots,” and his current Top 10 single, the steamy “What She Wants Tonight.” Meanwhile, … Continue reading →

Is Mo Pitney one of 2020’s Traditional Country Stars Getting To Know Country Singer Mo Pitney On AirplayExpress When Mo Pitney sings “let me tell you about country” in his debut single, he’s doing more than telling. He’s showing. Appropriately titled, the song “Country” is as much positioning statement as introduction. In three minutes and … Continue reading →

Loretta Needs To Listen To Independent Country Hall of Fame Icon Loretta Lynn Has Pronounced Country Music “Dead,” We all love Loretta but for her to say that Country Music is dead, it is like making a statement in a Box. “I’m not happy at all,” she explained. “I think that they’re completely losing it. … Continue reading →

Ten Country Albums Turning 40 In 2020 Despite the polarizing crossover success of 1980’s Urban Cowboy film and soundtrack, legends and old souls stood tall throughout the first year of a new decade. It’s hard now to imagine the legacies of Merle Haggard, George Jones, Willie Nelson and Dolly Parton without their biggest songs of 1980. Meanwhile, Alabama, John Anderson, Emmylou Harris and Hank Williams Jr. … Continue reading →

Coronavirus Nearly 6000 Cases Close to 200 Deaths The Virus Is Contagious and Person to Person Spread Has Been Confirmed As you might have heard, there has been an outbreak of a respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) Coronavirus that originated in the Hubei Province in China. This virus is contagious and person to … Continue reading →

Jack Blanchard’s Column: The World Needs A Laugh My father said, “I’d like to purchase a chicken.” The farmer said, “Want a pullet?” Dad said, “No. Just put it in a bag. I’ll carry it.” “Bewitch me, darling.” “I’ll bewitch you in a minute. I’m busy.” They can keep me in prison but they can’t … Continue reading →

Brooks & Dunn Announce Official Reunion For Reboot 2020 Tour Iconic duo end “retirement” for a first nationwide tour in 10 years Following their recent induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Brooks & Dunn are getting back in the saddle and returning to stages across the nation for their first tour in ten years. Kicking off May … Continue reading →

Maddie & Tae Set Dates For Headlining Tourist In This Town Tour Country duo Maddie & Tae will embark on a headlining concert run this spring, announcing the dates and cities for their Tourist In This Town Tour. Kicking off April 15 in Baltimore, Maryland, the trek marks Maddie Marlow and Tae Dye’s first headlining tour … Continue reading →

Rascal Flatts to Say Farewell With 2020 Life Is a Highway Tour Greatest feeling ever is being told our music has been the soundtrack to their lives After 20 years of country stardom, Rascal Flatts will ride off into the sunset this year, announcing their Rascal Flatts Farewell: Life Is a Highway Tour. Marking the … Continue reading →

Elvis Presley Born January 8, 1935. Died ???? Born In A Two-Room Home His Parents Gladys & Vernon Built The Previous Year The biggest question being asked every year around the world by millions of Elvis Presley fans, is the King Of Rock ‘n Roll really dead? Well is he? Yes, he is really dead, … Continue reading →

 You Should Be Listening To Right Now – January 2020 At Sounds Like Nashville, we pride ourselves on bringing our readers updates about the latest and greatest songs coming out of Music City. Whether it’s a new single from the biggest superstar or the debut track from a new artist, we hope to bring fans a … Continue reading →

Jack Blanchard’s Column: The Last Day THE LAST DAY Simon Lescart woke up on his last day, plugged in the coffee maker, and sat down at the computer to check his email. There was the usual spam and forwarded jokes, which he deleted without reading. The sixth message subject line read “Final Notice”, and the … Continue reading →

Do We Really Mean It When We Say Happy New Year?….Do You? With only a few hours of this year left 2020 is starting to feel really crowded Right Now I Am Looking Forward To The Wide Open Spaces Of The New Year 2020 Will 2020 bring us all peace and prosperity or doom and … Continue reading →

Jack Blanchard’s Column: Nothing Is Over Like Christmas Nothing is over like Christmas. Months of anticipation, and then it’s gone. Try to hold on to it and it slides away like this morning’s dream. People who tell us that it’s a pagan holiday, just because it’s near the winter solstice, may not realize what an … Continue reading →

New Country Artists To Watch In 2020 Keep your eyes on these budding stars to be… 2019 saw a batch of amazing artists hit the country mainstream, many of which were featured on our 19 New Country Artists to Watch in 2019. But now, we’re back with a complete list to keep your playlists full of … Continue reading →

Sleepy LaBeef “Rockabilly Man” Dies At Home Dec. 26, 2019 Thomas Paulsley LaBeef, Rockabilly Man Dies at 84 LaBeef was born in Smackover, Arkansas, the youngest of 10 children,he was raised on a melon farm. He received the nickname “Sleepy” as the result of a lazy eye. He moved to Houston, Texas, when he was … Continue reading →

Jack Blanchard’s Column: The Christmas Town It was the day before Christmas. We were road tired and traveling westward through Illinois or Iowa… on our way to another show somewhere. We tried to cheer each other up, and said we’d celebrate our Christmas at a later date. The countryside looked like a Christmas card through the … Continue reading →

WHISNews21 Wishes all who Visit Us a Merry Christmas We wish you the very best for the Christmas Season. Remember that we will be praying for you all this Christmas for we need you all back in 2020, not even to talk about the years to come. Enjoy the Festive Season as best you can, … Continue reading →

Jack Blanchard’s Column: A Winter Morning By the time you read this it will not be current, but I’m writing at the kitchen table on Christmas morning. It’s a little chilly and the steam is swirling up from my coffee cup. Carolers are singing softly and there are church bells. I haven’t opened the curtains yet … Continue reading →

Larry M Clark’s Christmas Special Airs Worldwide Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Radio Stations Welcome To Download Larry’ Christmas Day Special Free link below The Old Chief, as Larry M Clark is affectionately referred to, is a retired Navy Chief, a disabled Vietnam Vet, Hall Of Fame Member, Gold and Platinum recording artist, a Country … Continue reading →

WCTR Christmas Time Radio Broadcasting All Year Long Wildhorse Entertainments Christmas Time Radio broadcast’s 24 hours a day 365 Days a Year for as long as Forever Is Soon it will be Christmas Eve, followed by Christmas Day and then it’s over and everyone looks forward to a new year. Then without fail a few … Continue reading →

Larry M Clark’s Christmas Special to Air Worldwide This Week Radio Stations Welcome To Download Larry’ Christmas Day Special Free link below The Old Chief, as Larry M Clark is affectionately referred to, is a retired Navy Chief, a disabled Vietnam Vet, Hall Of Fame Member, Gold and Platinum recording artist, a Country Singer, BMI … Continue reading →

Listen To 10 Perfect Country Christmas Party Songs Drinks, snacks, mistletoe and music … that’s pretty much all you need for a great Christmas party. Country stars have been providing the soundtrack to gatherings nationwide for decades, but if you’re a little lost on where to begin with songs to play at your Christmas party … Continue reading →

Build The Wall: Border Horrors Show Imminent Crisis The Trump Administration’s policies have curbed the flood of illegal immigrants trying to penetrate the U.S.-Mexico border, but the region continues to be a hotbed of violent criminal activity . Recent reports highlighted the stranglehold drug cartels have over border towns when they assassinated an American Mormon … Continue reading →

The 12 Best Country Christmas Albums Of All Time Do you have one of these albums playing all winter long? From decking the halls and decorating festive cookies to waking up and opening presents on Christmas morning, music is the soundtrack of the holidays. For Country fans, there’s no shortage of albums celebrating the season. … Continue reading →

Day Of The Covenant Battle Of Blood River View a special tribute video to “The Battle Of Blood River” at the bottom of this article Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps Covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments.” … Continue reading →

Our Five Favorite Moments From Tracy Lawrence’s Mission: Possible Concert Justin Moore and Clay Walker among the acts – with Randy Travis in attendance Tracy Lawrence was full of Thanksgiving cheer as he celebrated his 14th annual Mission: Possible Turkey Fry & Concert, Tuesday, Nov. 26. It’s a long but certainly fulfilling day for the singer, … Continue reading →

Party Like A Parrothead At The New Nashville Margaritaville Hotel Parrotheads rejoice! After years of construction, the Margaritaville Hotel Nashville has finally swung open the doors to a tropical paradise smack dab in the middle of SoBro at 425 5th Ave North. The attractive and modern property is the first urban destination hotel in Margaritaville’s empire of … Continue reading →

Shania Twain Performs Her Biggest Hits At The AMA’s Nobody saw this AMA performance coming! Country icon Shania Twain closed out the 2019 American Music Awards in shocking style on Sunday night (November 24), using the night’s last performance to cover rappers, rockers and more. A six-time winner who first took home an AMA trophy more than 20 years … Continue reading →

Carly Pearce And Lee Brice In ‘I Hope You’re Happy Now’ Video This Powerful New Video Will Stop You In Your Tracks Carly Pearce and Lee Brice capture romantic torment from two different angles in the powerful video for their new duet, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.”Directed by Sam Siske and filmed as a split … Continue reading →

2019 CMA Awards: 10 Best Dressed Looks We Love Sounds Like Nashville breaks down 10 best dressed looks from 2019 CMA Awards The only thing giving us life after Wednesday’s (Nov. 13) 53rd annual CMA Awards is reliving all the bold and beautiful styles from the red carpet. Country’s leading women shined in glimmering sequins, … Continue reading →

Clare Dunn ‘Steps Into Christmas’ With New Holiday Single This funky cover is sure to get anyone in the holiday spirit! Christmas came early for Clare Dunn fans when she dropped new single “Step Into Christmas” on Friday (11/8). The holiday tune was originally written and performed by legendary performer Elton John, becoming an international hit in … Continue reading →

Larry M Clark’s Veterans Day Special to Air Worldwide Nov 11 Radio Stations Welcome To Download Larry’ Veterans Day Special Free link below The Old Chief, as Larry M Clark is affectionately referred to, is a retired Navy Chief, a disabled Vietnam Vet, Hall Of Fame Member, Gold and Platinum recording artist, a Country Singer, … Continue reading →

Scotty McCreery In Berlin, Germany First Ever Performance in Berlin, Germany Is A Sold Out Show  Triple Tigers recording artist Scotty McCreery performed his first-ever show in Germany to a sold out show on October 10, in Berlin at a PrivatClub. Scotty McCreery and his wife Gabi (Main Picture) visited the historic Brandenburg Gate in … Continue reading →

It’s official. Pop sensation Taylor Swift supports abortion. When it comes to abortion Swift said “Obviously I’m pro-choice” It’s no surprise that a member of Hollywood’s elitist of the elite would put her stamp of approval on snuffing out the lives of unborn babies. But in a new interview with the Guardian published today, on … Continue reading →

Old Dominion Lets You In Behind The Cover Story Consisting of Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, Whit Sellers, Geoff Sprung, Brad Tursi. t’s not exactly breaking news to suggest that Music Row isn’t a hotbed of casual spontaneity in terms of its day-to-day operations. Album releases are scheduled many months in advance, same with how studios … Continue reading →

Don Williams: Music & Memories Of The Gentle Giant  Gears Up To Premiere With Nashville Symphony Oct 31-Nov 2 – Curated by Keith Urban NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Spanning nearly 50 years, the music of Don Williams continues to connect adoring fans around the world, reminding them of simpler times and traditional country music. Now in 2019, Don … Continue reading →