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Midland rides in with the ‘Marlboro Man’

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

Midland's keeping their cowboy aesthetic strong as they ride in with new music in 2026."Mountains in the background, hell of a view and we've got a brand new song to share with you," the trio wrote on their socials. "'Marlboro... Read More.

Old Dominion is ‘Making Good Time’ as they head back into the studio

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

We're only a week into 2026, and Old Dominion's already been back in the studio. Just for fun, someone decided to "see what time the band shows up" for a 10 a.m. call time and capture it for social media.Geoff... Read More.

Russell Dickerson orchestrates a Times Square takeover with RodeoHouston

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

Russell Dickerson will play the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for the first time in 2026, something he revealed in a big way: playing a surprise pop-up show in Times Square Wednesday afternoon. "Alright, New York City! I am so honored to be kicking... Read More.

Lainey Wilson & Zach Top join Chris Stapleton on stadium shows in 2026

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show will keep on rolling through the fall, with the addition of more than 20 new dates that continue through October. Lainey Wilson will join him for the newly added concerts at Nashville's Nissan Stadium, Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Detroit's... Read More.

HARDY’s ‘Favorite Country Song’ is one he could never write

Thursday, January 8 by ABC News

HARDY's currently sitting at #2 on both the Mediabase and Billboard Country Airplay charts with "Favorite Country Song," making it likely his radio single will soon be the #1 country song. In his latest hit, the respected writer contrasts the... Read More.