"Hard to Get High" is the newest preview of Brad Tursi's second solo album, Colorado, which comes out June 12. 

“‘Hard to Get High’ is a song about the slippery slope of excess,” the Old Dominion guitarist says. “The stuff that feels good in life is, unfortunately, sometimes also bad for you. Unless it’s good love, of course! You can never get enough of good love!”

Earlier in May Brad put out "Time with You" with Lukas Nelson, following "Borderline," "Green Eyed Girl" and "Colorado." 

The 11-track album "traces the arc of falling in love and building a life with his wife," according to a news release about the record. Brad produced the album himself and wrote or co-wrote all the songs. 

His debut solo effort, Parallel Love, came out in 2024.

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It's well known that Dolly Parton traces her musical talent to her mother's side of the family, but did you know her mom actually recorded an album?

Avie Lee Parton's Smoky Mountain Mama record has now been remastered and is available to stream. 

The collection of mountain ballads and folk songs was recorded in 1974 and 1979 at Dolly's urging, as a way to preserve the music the Parton kids had grown up hearing. It didn't come out until 1990, when it was only available on cassette at Dollywood and through mail-order.

As a teen, Avie Lee sang in a gospel trio with her sisters. She later formed a gospel group with her daughters Willadeen, Stella and Cassie. They recorded an album titled The Parton Family Sings In the Garden, which was reissued in 2024. 

Recorded in Nashville, Smoky Mountain Mama features "Little Rosewood Casket," which morphed into "Rosewood Casket" for Dolly, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris' first Trio album in 1987.

Dolly's often championed her mother's significant impact on her life, once telling Jennifer Nettles that Avie Lee was "me without the glitter" when she played her in a TV movie.

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Bailey Zimmerman's cover of Miley Cyrus' "The Climb" was such a hit on his Different Night Same Rodeo Tour, he went into the studio to record it. 

"I haven’t covered many songs in my career but over the last few months of playing this night after night and seeing all the excitement from everyone, not only at the shows but online as well, just made me want to get it out to y’all," he said on Instagram. "Thank you @mileycyrus for giving us this absolute banger."

"The Climb" is Bailey's first new music since he released "Just Believe" with Brandon Lake in March. 

His latest radio hit, "Chevy Silverado," just claimed its place in country's top 15.

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Reba McEntire's leaning into the heartbreak with her new Hurt Like That music capsule and its title track.

"It's a cold, cold rain, it's a bitter kind of pain/ It'll leave a stain on your past," she sings on the ballad. "It'll haunt your sleep, it will cut you bone deep/ And it'll shatter you like glass/ Oh, I never felt nothin' that hurt like that." 

Steeped in the breakup drama that's been a hallmark of her career, the new song seems right at home next to three Reba classics and an album cut. 

1985's "Somebody Should Leave," 1986's "What Am I Gonna Do About You" and 1991's "For My Broken Heart" were all number ones. "The Clown" is from 2019's Stronger Than the Truth.

As she established with April's first capsule, One Night in Tulsa, the new collection will also be followed by a new playlist. 

"The Rise of Reba" will be available June 1 and traces her musical heritage from her breakthrough in the '80s to her eventual superstardom. 

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If you've ever dreamed of exploring Key West with Kenny Chesney, his new music video for "Carry On" may be just about as close as you'll come. 

“Key West isn’t about who you are, but what’s in your soul," he says of the Florida town that's the setting for both the song's narrative and its visual. "It’s the great equalizer, with wisdom to be found just about anywhere if you listen. I knew I wanted this video to show people that heart – beyond what tourists see – and give them a sense of what this song’s really reaching into in terms of how to live.”

The clip opens with Key West legend David Wegman delivering his take on "Carry On," followed by a performance from Kenny centered at Schooner Wharf, the open-air bar on William Street's Harbor Walk that's mentioned in the song. 

“If you want to understand making the most of every day, of filling your time with creativity and laughter and adventure, David Wegman is all of that, and more,” Kenny says. “When we started filming, I wanted him to be part of this, so people could see what ‘Carry On’ draws from."

"We had the best day shooting at his place, where you never know if you’ll find painters, musicians on tour or just friends from somewhere around the world… But that’s what makes it so awesome. Open your arms and just welcome what life brings you," he adds. 

You can check out Kenny's new "Carry On" video on YouTube now.  

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Jason Aldean's new album, Songs About Us, already boasts a #1 hit with "How Far Does a Goodbye Go," plus "Don't Tell On Me," which just made its way into the top 10. 

Even though it's been out less than a month, Jason's pretty confident his younger kids, 8-year-old Memphis Aldean Williams and 7-year-old Navy Rome Williams, are no longer interested. 

"They kinda listen to everything because, you know, taking them to school or taking them to baseball practice or whatever, I'm constantly playing all these songs," he explains. "And so, by the end of it, they're like, ‘Dad, will you play something else?’"

"So, a lot of times I'll look in the mirror and go, ‘Hey, you guys like this one?’ And they'll give me a thumbs-up or a thumbs-down," he continues. "But they listen to ‘em so much that by the time the album comes out, I think they're probably over it."

Jason will have the chance to play for some fans who definitely aren't over it when he next takes the stage at CMA Fest at Nashville's Nissan Stadium on June 4. 

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Canaan Smith's new song, "Throw'n Darts," drops Friday, June 5, ahead of his Sunday, June 7, appearance on the Dr. Pepper Amp Stage at CMA Fest. 

Maren Morris will do a "real-time, interactive live concert" you can watch exclusively at AMC theaters on Saturday, June 20. You can buy tickets and find out more online. 

You can bid on a guitar signed by Luke Bryan as part of the superstar's partnership with Sweet Relief, which helps members of the music industry struggling with mental health challenges. 

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If you've spotted Carly Pearce wearing something you like onstage this year, there's a good chance you might be able to buy it from her during CMA Fest. 

As fans who've been around for a while can attest, that's typically how it works as the "Every Little Thing" hitmaker prepares to host her fifth annual Carly's Closet pop-up in 2026. 

This year's charity fundraiser will take place Friday, June 5, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. CT. Admission is free, but if you buy something, you'll also get access to an exclusive signing with Carly. 

The sale at Nashville's Music City Center is also cashless, so you'll need to be prepared with your debit or credit card. 

Proceeds from the event go to the CMA Foundation. 

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Parker McCollum is the new face of Under Armour. 

The "Killin' Me" hitmaker has just signed a multiyear deal with the athletic brand to be an "official ambassador for footwear and apparel."

"I grew up wearing the brand as an athlete, so getting the chance to partner with them now honestly means a lot," Parker says. "What I respect most is that they stand for strong American values of hard work, discipline, and staying true to who you are. That’s how I’ve always tried to approach my career and my life."

As part of the deal, Parker will appear in campaigns and wear the brand both onstage and off, repping Under Armor train, outdoor and UA Freedom lines. UA Freedom will be a focus, since it's the platform that honors and supports the military, first responders and their families.

Look for Parker to first appear in Under Armour's new campaign for The Bouncy Tee, which aims to be the perfect performance t-shirt. 

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Tyler Hubbard recently had a top-25 song with Nate Smith and "After Midnight," but he hasn't enjoyed a solo radio hit since "Park" topped the chart in August. 

That may be about to change, however, as he drops new music on Friday. 

"My new song, 'Land,' is about overcoming the hurdles and curveballs life throws our way," he posted on his socials. "We’ve all faced tough seasons that force us to dig deep and trust that even when our plans fall apart, God’s plans are still at work. I hope this song resonates with you and brings hope to anyone walking through a difficult time."

"Land" is likely the first taste of Tyler's third solo album, following Strong, which came out in April 2024. 

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It's bound to "Hurt Like That" after "One Night in Tulsa," in the musical world of Reba McEntire.

"I’m so excited to share that I have another brand new song coming out THIS FRIDAY!" the legend revealed on her socials. "I can’t wait for y’all to hear 'Hurt Like That.'"

Reba's new track arrives on schedule, after she revealed plans in April to unveil a new song each month as part of a "digital music capsule" with tracks from her massive catalog.

"Hurt Like That" is the focus of the second one, following April's "One Night in Tulsa."

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Jelly Roll is supplying the soundtrack for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

His Amazon Music Original "Rise Up" is the official theme song of the National Hockey League's annual fight to the finish, which started in April and will go through June. 

“This song was written for the guys grinding every night for the Cup," Jelly says. "This isn't just the theme song of the NHL Playoffs. This is their song. It crawls over your skin, that dirty, swampy, nasty, distorted rock and roll.” 

The "Rise Up" music video debuted during the first game of the Western Conference Final, featuring Jelly Roll, NHL highlights and the coveted Stanley Cup itself.

Watch for a documentary short coming in June that features the "Save Me" hitmaker alongside Jack Eichel of the Vegas Golden Knights and Seth Jarvis of the Carolina Hurricanes. 

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With the runaway success of "you look like you love me," you'd assume Ella Langley was a shoo-in for subsequent Riley Green duets, especially since the two were on tour together at the time.

But it turns out, Riley kind of made her audition for the part on "Don't Mind If I Do."

"I think I got her to come in the day I wrote it and just kinda hum to see what key I needed to write it in, 'cause I wrote it as a duet," he explains. "And when I was in the studio recording it, I just called her to come by to put a vocal on it so I could play it for whoever I was gonna pitch it to as far as the female."

Of course, Riley changed his mind as soon as he heard Ella sing.

"She just crushed it," he recalls. "I remember sittin’ there and she was like in a sweatsuit. She came by from the house and sang it and ... I couldn't imagine anybody doing it better than she did."

Of course, "Don't Mind If I Do" went on to become Riley's sixth #1 in December. 

"It was cool for her to be on the song, [and] also having her out with all the success on the other song," he reflects. "And also lyrically, it kinda feels like the song after ‘you like you love me.’ So it's kinda cool to have that accidentally work out."

"Don't Mind If I Do" picked up the music event of the year trophy at Sunday's 61st Academy of Country Music Awards, after "you look like you love me" won the same award the year prior.

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John Anderson and Big & Rich will be The Bellamy Brothers' special guests during their June 25 show at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium. 

The National Amusement Park Historical Association has named Dollywood the top theme park in the U.S. following its 40th annual NAPHA Amusement Park and Attractions Survey. 

You can check out Cody Johnson's version of "Welcome to the Show" from his recent season-closing sold-out appearance at RodeoHouston. It now holds the record as the largest concert ever at NRG Stadium. 

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Ingrid Andress wishes an ex "All the Best" on her new track coming Friday — or does she? 

“I wouldn’t consider myself a petty person, but I couldn’t help but write ‘All The Best’ the way that we did,” she says. “My friends and my therapist say I’m too sarcastic, so I would say this song’s tone is very ‘me’ in that way."

"I’m at a point in my life where I don’t get overly angry at someone if the relationship doesn’t work out, just annoyed," she adds. "I’m too tired to be overly angry, so consider this a playful breakup song.”

Ingrid wrapped her six-city Low-Key Sessions tour with a sold-out show in Minneapolis on May 15.

Look for more new music from the "More Hearts Than Mine" hitmaker as she continues to put the finishing touches on her third studio album. 

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You might not immediately guess that Darius Rucker is a huge fan of wrestling, but given his affinity for other sports like football and golf, it's not that much of a stretch. 

He loves it so much, in fact, he's written an article about it for Rolling Stone titled "'They Were Father Figures': Darius Rucker on his Favorite Eighties Pro Wrestlers."

Young Darius loved the "good-versus-evil narrative" and he reveals it was definitely a family affair, even extending to his grandmother. 

"She had a heart problem, and was so into it when I was a kid that her doctor made her stop watching!" he reveals. "It was such a part of my childhood, probably because I grew up without a dad and I’d look at the wrestling stars like father figures."

The Hootie & the Blowfish frontman goes on to reveal his absolute favorite: Dusty Rhodes.

You can check out the article online now.

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For the seventh year, Spotify House will take over Nashville's Ole Red for three days during CMA Fest. 

The much-anticipated chance to see huge stars in a Broadway honky-tonk runs June 4-6 from 10 a.m. CT until 2 a.m. CT. 

On Thursday, June 4, Ashley McBryde, Cody Johnson, Corey Kent, Jelly Roll, Jon Pardi, Koe Wetzel, Old Dominion and Zach John King are just some of the artists who'll play. 

Friday will make way for Brothers Osborne, Carly Pearce, Diplo, ERNEST, Graham Barham, Keith Urban, Ole 60, Tucker Wetmore, Vincent Mason, Wyatt Flores and more.

Carter Faith, Cole Swindell, Dan + Shay, Dasha, Josh Ross, Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Midland, Russell Dickerson, Shaboozey and The Band Perry take the stage on Saturday. 

Surprise guests have also become a staple of Spotify House at Ole Red, which debuted in 2018. 

To let more fans have a chance to get in, daytime programming will wrap at 4:30 p.m. CT to reset the crowd for the nighttime kickoff at 5:30 p.m. CT. To come back in, earlier guests will just need to rejoin the line.

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If you can't "Carry On" any longer without the new Kenny Chesney video, your suffering will end shortly. 

"Hey, everybody. It's Kenny. I am on the set of my brand new video, 'Carry On,'" the superstar says in a new social media clip. "We're down here in the Florida Keys. Can't wait for you to hear the song, see the video. I'm excited about it and it's coming out soon."

In the short clip, Kenny's at Schooner's Wharf, the Key West bar mentioned in his latest hit. 

The official "Carry On" music video premieres Thursday at 6 p.m. ET on YouTube. 

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Carly Pearce is headed for musical summer camp in a matter of days, as she and Max McNown serve as guest artists for Grammy Camp in Nashville. 

For the program's 22nd year, 208 high school students from 163 cities and 35 states will get to chase their dreams.

“The most important bridge between a dream and reality is simply an open door," Grammy Museum CEO Michael Sticka says. "For more than two decades, Grammy Camp has opened that door for high school students, offering access, mentorship and real-world experience that transforms potential into possibility."

The Nashville edition will take place May 31 to June 6 at the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business that's part of Belmont University. 

Additional camps are set for Miami, New York and Los Angeles later this summer, with Richard Marx, Frankie Grande and more on board. 

Jelly Roll's also one of the artists who's helping out Grammy Camp with scholarship and program support. 

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After Cody Johnson won male artist of the year at Sunday's ACM Awards, he decided it meant he didn't have a shot at the trophy he wanted most. 

"To be honest, when they called it for male artist of the year, I thought, 'Well, that's it. You know, that's the one I got,' because I feel like guys like me that have kinda been the underdog in a lot of situations, like that was the thing that I was handed,'" he reveals. "It was like a consolation prize, which is crazy to think about from a kid from Sebastopol, Texas, thinking that male artist of the year is a freaking consolation prize. It's not."

"I've always chased that entertainer [award]," he continues, "so, once I won male, there was this kind of a soberness that hit me of like, 'That's the award you get,' you know? And I really had three or four other people picked for many reasons for entertainer."

But Cody was wrong — and also caught completely off guard.

"I didn't have any emotion. I didn't have any nerves going into the entertainer of the year," he says. "I just thought, 'I'll stand up out of my seat. I'll clap and I'll honor whoever that is.' And when I heard the [makes 'C' sound] on Cody, man, it was surreal."

So where does the reigning ACM entertainer of the year land on the topic? 

"All I can tell you is that God is good and hard work pays off. If I never win another award musically for the rest of my life, I truly feel like that I've accomplished what I've wanted to accomplish, I've done what I wanted to do — but this is just the start," he teases. 

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