How the Grammys’ New “Beyonce Rule” Is Polarizing Country Music

A year after the superstar’s historic 'Cowboy Carter' win, the addition of a controversial category is shaking up the genre — and raising eyebrows.

The 2026 Grammys’ Best Country Song Nominees Will Rebuff AI

The 2026 Grammys' Best Country Song nominees could include collabs by Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton, and Eric Church.
Whiskey Riff

Rolling Stone Released Their 250 Greatest Songs Of The 21st Century… & Country Music Was Shockingly Underrepresented

-There were two cover songs that were included: Chris Stapleton’s “Tennessee Whiskey” and Johnny Cash’s “Hurt,” and to be frank, Cash’s rendition of “Hurt” should have been the highest ranked country song on the list (sorry Kacey Musgraves)

Country Calling was huge Ocean City hit with Carrie Underwood, more. How many fans came?

The 2025 Country Calling Festival in Ocean City, Maryland, drew 153,000 attendees over the span of three days. Learn more about the big festival here.

Country music star responds to White House criticism: “We’re all one bird and American”

When you hear the rest of the song, you will understand the full context that hits on both sides of the aisle."
mlive

Country music icon addresses concerns about her health: ‘I ain’t dead yet’

Dolly Parton admitted neglecting her health after husband Carl Dean's death in March while reassuring concerned fans.
France 24

Country music star clashes with Trump govt over immigration raids

A US country music star and military veteran became the latest -- and possibly least likely -- target of the Trump administration after it took issue with his lyrics about brazen immigration raids.

Interview: Maddie & Tae are still shaking up country music

Sugar Land native Maggie Font talks about new album, “Through the Madness Vol. 1” and Nashville’s struggle with inclusion - for women and people of color.
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