Florida Georgia Line Has Been “Flirting” With The Idea Of Reunion Shows

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Bob Ballard

It was announced yesterday that Tyler Hubbard would be opening for Dan + Shay on their upcoming fall tour…but what about after that? Could the long-awaited Florida Georgia Line reunion finally happen? Talking to “Entertainment Tonight” on the red carpet of the ACM awards, Hubbard allowed that it’s certainly been discussed. “Yeah, one photo and the world thinks you’re back on tour automatically,” he said, before saying that there have been talks. “But we have been toying around and flirting with the idea of playing a handful of shows next year, and so that gets us both excited. But right now we’re, like I said, trying to be patient with it, trying to enjoy this kind of like ‘honeymoon phase’, if you will.” He added that his next step is a casual beach hang with Brian Kelley and both their spouses, so…things are looking up.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1983, John Anderson’s mega-hit “Swingin”‘ entered the country charts.
Today in 1997, Brooks & Dunn’s single, “Why Would I say Goodbye,” hit #1.
Today in 1999, Chely Wright’s album, “Single, White Female,” arrived in stores.
Today in 1999, Reba McEntire’s book, “Comfort From A Country Quilt,” was #8 on the “New York Times” non-fiction hardcover bestseller list.
Today in 2003, a bevy of country stars and everyday fans showed up at the First Baptist Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee, where June Carter Cash was remembered in a touching public funeral. Johnny Cash, naturally, occupied a seat in the front row, positioned in a wheelchair not far from June’s light blue casket. Others on hand included daughter Carlene Carter, Tom T. Hall, Kris Kristofferson, Rodney Crowell, Ricky Skaggs, Connie Smith, Marty Stuart, Hank Williams Jr. and Trisha Yearwood. Larry Gatlin and the Oak Ridge Boys – two acts whose careers benefited from Johnny’s assistance – sang. And Emmylou Harris performed a couple of songs with the assistance of rocker Sheryl Crow. Rosanne Cash, who was 12 years old when June married Johnny, told the assembly that June banned the word “stepmother” from the household. According to the Associated Press, Rosanne said, “My daddy has lost his dearest companion … and his soul mate. If being a wife were a corporation, June would have been a CEO. It was her most treasured role.”
Today in 2005, Gretchen Wilson earned a gold single with “Here For The Party” and a platinum one with “Redneck Woman.”
Today in 2008, Sugarland’s “Stay” was a double-winner, claiming Single Record and Song of the Year during the 43^rd annual Academy of Country Music Awards on CBS from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
Today in 2014, Keith Urban sold 22-thousand guitar packages on HSN.
Today in 2015, Sam Hunt’s “House Party” was released.
Today in 2016, while Thomas Rhett’s “Die A Happy Man” was certified double-platinum by the RIAA, Brantley Gilbert’s “Just As I Am” album went platinum.
Today in 2017, the Texas legislature named George Strait the state musician for 2017.
Today in 2018, Jake Owen launched a 21-date tour of baseball parks at AT&T Field in Chattanooga. His opening acts are Chris Janson and Jordan Davis.
Today in 2019, Travis Tritt’s bus was sideswiped on Highway 22 near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, as it dodged a crash. A jeep going the wrong way hit a pickup head-on, killing two people. Tritt is unharmed, though his bus sustains minor damage.
Today in 2019, Jimmie Allen tells Chicago radio station WEBG that he was diagnosed as a teenager with bipolar depression.
Today in 2019, Morgan Wallen’s “Whiskey Glasses” hit #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
Today in 2020, Dolly Parton and American Greetings announced a new “Birthday Time” ecard that personalized “9 To 5” as a birthday greeting for 1,200 different names.
Today in 2020, Lady A’s “What If I Never Get Over You” was awarded a platinum single status from the RIAA.
Today in 2020, Dolly Parton joined Jon Bon Jovi, Stephen Colbert and Meryl Streep in a benefit for the Covenant House, livestreamed via Broadway On Demand.
Today in 2020, Sage Warren, the 21-year-old son of singer and “Highway Don’t Care” songwriter Brad Warren, died in Tennessee after ingesting a drug laced with fentanyl.
Today in 2021, Andrew Jannakos officially adopted Brenson, the five-year-old son of his wife, Kat.

So Who Attended Lainey Wilson’s Wedding?

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Bob Ballard

We haven’t gotten any official “guest list” for Lainey Wilson‘s nuptials yet, but props to “Taste of Country” for scouring the pics of the event to figure out who many of the attendees were. The couple wed May 10, and posted a carousel of pics on Instagram, in which a number of country singers and personalities can be ID’d. On hand for the festivities: musicians Jelly Roll, Miranda Lambert, Lauren Alaina, Wynonna Judd, Luke Bryan, Ella Langley, Ashland Craft, Drew Baldridge, Kasey Tyndall, Ian Munsick, along with comedian Leanne Morgan. All this talent and they hired a wedding band? Seems like a missed opportunity.

Lainey Wilson, Devlin “Duck” Hodges Marry

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Lainey Wilson and her man, Devlin “Duck” Hodges, have pulled the trigger! The two are officially married, tying the knot Sunday at The Ruskin in Dickson, Tennessee. The ceremony took place at the foot of a waterfall on the property after the two arrived in a white horse-drawn carriage. “My absolute dream ceremony,” Wilson told “Vogue.” “There’s a small waterfall flowing down the hill behind the altar and windows. The waterfall is what convinced us to do the ceremony in this spot.” The couple announced their engagement in February 2025.

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This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1918, Eddy Arnold was born in Henderson, Tennessee. He was called the Tennessee Plowboy in his solid recordings and shifted into string-laden recordings in the 1960s. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1966.
Today in 1978, Willie Nelson released his landmark album “Stardust.” It went on to spend 10 years on the country charts, selling over five million copies.
Today in 1982, Ricky Skaggs became a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
Today in 1988, Martina Schiff became Martina McBride when she married John McBride in Wichita, Kansas.
Today in 1990, the “Livin’ It Up” album by George Strait was released.
Today in 1990, Patty Loveless’ “On Down The Line” album was released.
Today in 1993, John Michael Montgomery earned the first #1 single of his career with “I Love The Way You Love Me.”
Today in 1995, Aaron Tippin’s album, “Lookin’ Back at Myself,” was certified gold.
Today in 1995, Martina McBride’s “The Way That I Am” album was certified platinum.
Today in 1995, Pam Tillis released the single, “In Between Dances.”
Today in 1997, Lee Ann Womack’s self-titled album was released.
Today in 1997, Bill Monroe was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Cleveland, alongside The Bee Gees, Joni Mitchell, The Young Rascals, The Jackson 5, King Records founder Syd Nathan, Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills & Nash.
Today in 1998, the “Evolution” album by Martina McBride was certified platinum.
Today in 1999, Keifer Thompson marries Shawna McIlwain in Nashville. Of course, the couple ultimately meshed their lives as performers as well – becoming Thompson Square.
Today in 1999, Tim McGraw’s “Please Remember Me,” which was written by Rodney Crowell, began a five-week stay at #1 on Billboard.
Today in 2000, NBC-TV aired Arista Records’ celebration of 25 years of music with archival footage and live performances with artists like Brooks & Dunn and Alan Jackson.
Today in 2003, June Carter Cash died in Nashville at the age of 73. She had been in the hospital for eight days following heart surgery. She had developed complications following the operation and remained in critical condition until her death. An old saying holds that behind every successful man is a woman, and June Carter spent roughly 40 years as the woman behind Johnny Cash.
Today in 2004, Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus married Allison Alderson in Nashville. His groomsmen included fellow band members Gary LeVox and Joe Don Rooney, plus comedian Cledus T. Judd. Vince Gill sang “When Love Finds You” during the ceremony.
Today in 2007, Carrie Underwood won three times at the 42nd annual Academy of Country Music awards. She took Top Female Vocalist; Album of the Year, for “Some Hearts”; and Video, for “Before He Cheats.”
Today in 2012, Glen Campbell joined Massachusetts congressman Edward Markey in Washington, D.C., in a call for legislative action to address research on Alzheimer’s disease.
Today in 2013, Lee Brice performed “I Drive Your Truck” during a Washington, D.C., event honoring fallen officers. President Barack Obama delivers the keynote address.
Today in 2014, it was revealed that Randy Houser was planning to divorce songwriter Jessa Lee Yantz after just two years of marriage – he also filed for a restraining order. Houser went on to marry Aussie Tatiana Starzynski in May 2016 after a yearlong engagement.
Today in 2014, Jerrod Niemann performed during the 33^rd annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service outside the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., in advance of a speech by Vice President Joe Biden.
Today in 2017, Loretta Lynn’s team revealed she’d been moved from the hospital into a rehab facility as she recuperated from the stroke she’d had on May 4^th.
Today in 2017, Randy Rogers and his wife, Chelsea, welcomed their daughter, Rainey Ryan Rogers.
Today in 2020, Russell Dickerson snapped up a platinum single from the RIAA for “Every Little Thing.”
Today in 2020, a day after Hannah Mulholland announced her departure, Runaway June revealed Natalie Stovall was joining the trio.
Today in 2021, the state of Tennessee recognized Eddy Arnold with the installation of a Music Pathways marker at Sue Shelton White Park in Henderson.
Today in 2021, Ryan Hurd made his Grand Ole Opry debut. His wife, Maren Morris, made a surprise appearance to duet on “Chasing After You,” while Hurd joined Lady A on “What If I Never Get Over You.”

H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: GOJIRA

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H&S Feed and Country Store Pet of the Week is “Gojira”, a beautiful 3 year old black and white tuxedo kitty. Gojira is a good-sized fella, weighing in around 16 pounds. Gojira is a friendly guy who loves attention, loves kids, enjoys cuddling up on your lap and does ok with other cats and smaller dogs. (Larger dogs freak him out a little.) Gojira is fully vetted, vaccinated, neutered and microchipped, and is ready for his ‘furr-ever’ home!

And since Gojira is the H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week, his adoption fee is only $30 this week!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Gojira or any of the pets at Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter, visit https://www.stephenmemorial.org/ and fill out an adoption application.

Check out our visit about Gojira with Izzy from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

Garth Brooks To Open Washington DC’s The Spirit Of Independence Festival

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Garth Brooks has been announced as one of the headliners for the upcoming “The Spirit of Independence Festival,” a multi-day festival to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence from June 4-6 in Washington, DC. Garth is set to headline Night One of the event. “The Spirit of Independence Festival” will be hosted beneath a tent spanning two city blocks in front of the National Archives. The festival will include free daytime events for families and three evening benefit events to support the foundation. For a complete rundown of the event’s activities, check out the Festival’s website.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1984, the Julio Iglesias & Willie Nelson single, “To All The Girls I’ve Loved Before” went gold.
Today in 1990, “The Very Best of Conway Twitty” album was certified platinum.
Today in 1991, Alan Jackson’s album, “Don’t Rock The Jukebox,” was released.
Today in 1996, Garth Brooks’ “Fresh Horses” album was certified quadruple platinum.
Today in 1998, Clay Walker and his wife, Lori, became parents to their daughter, Skylor Clayanne.
Today in 2000, Wynonna appeared on CBS-TV’s “Touched By An Angel.”
Today in 2002, Rascal Flatts celebrated the platinum success of their self-titled, debut album.
Today in 2004, Brad Paisley and John Mayer were paired as a new edition of “CMT Crossroads” made its cable debut. Radney Foster hosted the show, which includes Paisley’s songs “Me Neither,” “Little Moments” and “Celebrity.”
Today in 2005, Jo Dee Messina’s single, “My Give A Damn’s Busted,” hit #1 in Billboard.
Today in 2006, six weeks after breaking his wrist in a cross-country motorbike race, Craig Morgan broke his right leg in another competition in Vanleer, Tennessee. He finished the race, but had to perform from a wheelchair or crutches for at least six weeks.
Today in 2011, Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton got hitched at the Don Strange Ranch near Boerne, Texas, in front of Reba McEntire, Dierks Bentley, Martina McBride and The Bellamy Brothers. Fast forward to July 20^th, 2015 – and the couple announced that they were divorcing after four years of marriage. Hours later, it was confirmed that the divorce was final. As it turns out, Blake had filed three weeks earlier…the world only found out once the deal was done.
Today in 2013, Lady Antebellum performed “Goodbye Town” on NBC’s “The Voice” with three female contestants. Celebrity coach Blake Shelton sings “Play Something Country” with the members of his team.
Today in 2016, Steve Wariner celebrated his 20^th anniversary as a Grand Ole Opry member.
Today in 2017, Brett Eldredge serenaded the Top 10 Miss USA beauty pageant contestants during the evening gown round of competition. Julianne Hough and Terrence J co-host, Pitbull performed and Miss District of Columbia won.
Today in 2017, Midland guitar player Jess Carson and his wife, Camille Carson, welcomed their son, Parker Emmanuel Carson. But the arrival wasn’t without an additional memory – Parker was delivered in the couple’s Chevy Suburban in the parking lot at an Austin hospital.
Today in 2019, Keith Urban’s “We Were,” written by Eric Church, hit the airwaves. The song includes a brief reference to Def Leppard’s “Pour Some Sugar On Me.”
Today in 2020, Hannah Mulholland announced her departure from Runaway June.
Today in 2020, facilitating safe social distancing for a special audience, Keith Urban performed for more than 200 healthcare workers from Vanderbilt Medical Center at the Stardust Drive-In Movie Theatre in Watertown, Tennessee.
Today in 2021, the Alan Jackson album “Where Have You Gone” was released.
Today in 2021, for the first time since the COVID-19 shutdown in March 2020, the Grand Ole Opry was held without a capacity restriction. Lorrie Morgan opened with “Five Minutes” and the Oak Ridge Boys close with “Elvira.” Also booked were Michael Ray, Charles Esten, Riders In The Sky and making her Opry debut, Brittney Spencer.
Today in 2021, LANCO drummer Tripp Howell and his wife, Alli, welcomed their son, James Howell.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1955, Elvis Presley’s performance at Jacksonville, Florida, whipped the audience into such a frenzy that it resulted in a riot. In fact, things were so out of control, most of his clothing was torn off by fans.
Today in 1957, Elvis Presley’s “All Shook Up” hit #1 on the Billboard Country chart.
Today in 1972, 13-year-old Tanya Tucker made her debut on the country charts with the single, “Delta Dawn.”
Today in 1986, the “Greatest Hits Volume 2” album by Hank Williams Jr. was certified gold.
Today in 1990, Pam Tillis guest starred on the TV series, “L.A. Law.”
Today in 1997, Lee Ann Womack’s self-titled debut album was released.
Today in 2000, Kenny Rogers’ “Buy Me A Rose” sprouted at #1 on the Billboard country chart with vocal assistance from Alison Krauss and Billy Dean.
Today in 2003, Joe Nichols scored his first gold album, for his debut, “Man With A Memory.”
Today in 2005, Jason Aldean performed “Hicktown” and “Why” as he made his first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry.
Today in 2011, Tim McGraw was sued for breach of contract by Curb Records, which claimed that he recorded his “Emotional Traffic” album too soon after the previous release. Tim had also filed a countersuit, saying Curb had kept him in an ongoing state of “involuntary servitude” by forcing him to wait so long to record new albums. His filing claimed that was a way to stretch out his contract indefinitely. McGraw’s suit also alleged that Curb’s decision to release a total of seven greatest hits albums was a ploy to extend his contract against his will.
Today in 2015, Pake McEntire undergoes back surgery and subsequently suffered a stroke. We’re happy to report that he has since recovered.
Today in 2015, the Aaron Lewis single, “Country Boy,” featuring George Jones and Charlie Daniels, was certified platinum by the RIAA.
Today in 2016, Jennifer Nettles’ album “Playing With Fire” was released.
Today in 2017, Brad Paisley’s “Love And War” debuted at #1 on the Billboard country albums chart.
Today in 2017, Lucinda Williams and Lionel Richie received honorary degrees from the Berklee College of Music in Boston. On the same day, Chely Wright received an honorary doctorate from the College of Arts and Science at the University of Missouri in Kansas City.
Today in 2017, Dan + Shay’s Dan Smyers married Abby Law in Nashville.

Luke Bryan Uses “American Idol” To Announce Upcoming Album

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Luke Bryan used his role on “American Idol” to get the word out to a huge television audience that he has new music on the way. On Monday night’s show, he announced that his next album, “Signs,” will be released September 18. He also debuted his new single, performing “Fish Hunt Golf Drink” live on the show. The song was officially released yesterday. Check out Luke’s performance of “Fish Hunt Golf Drink” below.

In non-“American Idol” related Luke Bryan news, the singer announced yesterday that he and some buddies are taking over Bridgestone Arena in Nashville for “Luke Bryan & Friends,” an all-star event, on September 24. While no artists have been revealed as yet, Luke’s not taking the stage without bringing some serious star power with him. Pre-sales start today ahead of the general on sale this Friday.

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