Lainey Wilson has worked long and hard to get where she is – and now her country star status is enabling her to embark on a new journey: lifting others up.

This week Lainey announced the creation of her “Heart Like A Truck” Fund, a philanthropic endeavor that she hopes will help a wide array of charities and causes. In an interview on SiriusXM this week, Lainey explained. “I’m so excited to be able to finally do this. To be able to give back because that’s what it’s all about and that’s what I’m finally able to do. The truth is I feel like I’m just in a place where I can do that. I think finding certain organizations and charities I’m passionate about, going to all these different cities, and seeing what the need is will really fill my cup. And we all need a little cup filling.” For more information on the fund, visit Lainey’s website.

Source: WhiskeyRiff

We already knew that Garth Brooks was coming up with his third “Limited Series” boxed set. We also knew that new music would be included. Now we know the rest of the story.

Garth’s new music will be coming in the form of a new album, titled “Time Traveler.” The album will be one of the seven discs included in the upcoming “Limited Series” boxed set available exclusively through Bass Pro Shops. Also included in the set will be 2014’s “Man Against Machine,” 2016’s “Gunslinger,” 2019’s 3-disc “Triple Live” and 2020’s “Fun.”. You can pre-order the complete boxed set here. The collection comes out November 7,  with orders purchased online shipping in mid-November.

Source: TheTennessean

Darius Rucker was on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” Monday and Kelly walked him up to the topic of helping others. Darius relayed some stories about his childhood, where his mother instilled in him the importance of helping others. Kelly used that as a bridge to a big surprise for the country singer.

“For your many, many charitable efforts over the years, and for helping those who need help, CMA is actually honoring you as the Humanitarian of the Year.” At this point a staffer walked out and presented Rucker with the trophy, while the country singer seemed dumbfounded. “Wow” was all he could say for a moment, over and over. It came as shock to Darius, who exclaimed, “I really did not know that!”

Chris Stapleton will be one of the headliners for the inaugural “Heroes & Headliners” concert to recognize and pay tribute to veterans and their families. The concert, put on by Walmart, will also feature rock band Imagine Dragons and r&b singer H.E.R. The concert will be held at Tampa’s MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheater and will highlight donations of up to $4M for veteran organizations from Walmart, its customers, and the Walmart Foundation.

The concert will be held on Veteran’s Day (November 11) and will be hosted by Rob Gronkowski and Camille Kostek. Fans will be able to stream the sold-out concert live on Walmart.com/Live, Facebook, X/Twitter and YouTube.

Source: The Music Universe

Jelly Roll is back at it. The singer/philanthropist has a little time on his hands, now that his “Backroad Baptism” tour has wrapped. He’s just announced on his socials what he’s doing with his off-time.

“What’s up Nashville and the surrounding areas? I am announcing the coolest thing I’ve ever announced. We are doing the biggest toy drive in Nashville history. This is the beginning of a lot more announcements to come. This is just day one of what will be the biggest partnered toy drive in Nashville history. I’m confident that we’re going to do it bigger than it’s ever been done.”

“Buy a toy from this Walmart store and donate it – the first 500 people to donate will get VIP access to see me perform live at the Walmart! The more donations we get the more songs I’ll do for y’all!”

The Walmart Jelly was referring to is the newly-opened Franklin, Tennessee Walmart. The toy drive is already underway, and with that kind of announcement, we’re sure that a) it’s already a massive success and b) those 500 VIP passes are long gone. See his announcement to the right.

Source: WhiskeyRiff