As the 2026 CMA Fest gets closer, the festival revealed a large slate of performers set to appear on its free daytime stages.
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The Country Central crew reviews the latest releases from the past week, including Parker McCollum, Luke Combs, & more.
"Finally armed with a style that's all his own, the bones of an ascendant star are starting to take form in Tucker Wetmore."
"More than sixty years after its release, “El Paso” remains a defining example of narrative songwriting in country music."
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Randall King announced he is pausing his touring schedule to focus on his faith, mental health, and family.
Hudson Westbrook is set to release his next single, “Hey Dallas,” on Friday, March 20th.
Ella Langley announced the final pre-release single from "Dandelion," "Loving Life Again," set to arrive this Friday.
Wyatt Flores has announced that his new single "Running On E" will arrive this Friday, March 20th.
Gavin Adcock has announced “The Day I Hang It Up Tour" featuring Braxton Keith, Jake Worthington, and more.
Colter Wall has announced an indefinite hiatus from live performances, citing a decline in his mental health.
This evening, Sam Barber announced that his sophomore album Broken View is set for release on Friday, April 3rd.
Thomas Rhett announced his "The Soundtrack To Life" headlining tour with ERNEST, Conner Smith, Vincent Mason, and more.
