Megan Moroney Teams Up With American Girl

Posted on August 6, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Megan Moroney is bringing her dazzling fashion sense to little girls (and bigger girls) everywhere. The singer and American Girl have teamed up to bring a new line of America Girl outfits inspired by her own stage fits. In a statement, Megan said, “I’ve been an American Girl fan for as long as I can remember. One of my favorite Christmas gifts was getting my first American Girl doll, and I still have her in the box at my parents’ house. As a kid, dolls let your imagination run wild… I had mine doing cheerleading stunts and performing concerts, while I also probably cared a little too much about her outfits,” Moroney says. “Getting to create a collection inspired by my own style feels like such a full-circle moment, and it’s something I’ll always cherish. I hope fans have just as much fun making the collection their own, expressing themselves, and letting their imaginations run wild.”

Available now through the American Girl website and American Girl stores nationwide, the collection features the American Girl x Megan Moroney Stage Outfit, the American Girl x Megan Moroney Fan Fashion Outfit, the American Girl x Megan Moroney Concert-Ready Accessories, the American Girl x Megan Moroney VIP Accessories, and the American Girl x Megan Moroney Guitar & Mic Stand Playset.

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This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 6, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1979, Kenny Rogers’ single, “She Believes In Me,” was certified gold.
Today in 1988, George Strait topped the charts with the single, “Baby Blue.”
Today in 1993, Wynonna’s self-titled album was certified triple platinum.
Today in 1993, Mark Chesnutt hit #1 on the charts with the single, “It Sure Is Monday.”
Today in 1999, the movie soundtrack album for “The Runaway Bride” debuted at #1 on the “Billboard” soundtrack chart, selling 79,000 copies its first week of release. One reason for the CD’s success was that it featured hit singles by the Dixie Chicks and Martina McBride. As a matter of fact, a representative from the record label that released the project said that the achievement proved that country artists and pop artists can exist side by side on a soundtrack and be successful.
Today in 1999, Lonestar’s single, “Amazed,” began its fifth week at the top of “Radio & Records’” country chart. The achievement broke the previous record set by a group – Alabama had previously spent four weeks at #1 with “Jukebox on My Mind.”
Today in 2002, Cledus T. Judd’s album, “I Stold This Record,” was certified gold.
Today in 2002, Phil Vassar’s “American Child” album arrived in stores.
Today in 2002, Kenny Chesney joined a hundred-or-so friends, publishers, songwriters and others gathered in Nashville at ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) to recognize Kenny and his chart-topping smash, “The Good Stuff.”
Today in 2002, Dixie Chick Natalie Maines tees off on Toby Keith’s “Courtesy Of The Red, White And Blue” in the Los Angeles Daily News: “It’s ignorant, and it makes country music sound ignorant… You’ve got to have some tact.” Their mutual war of words continued for ages.
Today in 2003, John Mellencamp joins Kenny Chesney to tape an episode of “CMT Crossroads” in Nashville, where the set list includes “Young,” “R.O.C.K. In The U.S.A.” and “Folsom Prison Blues.” Radney Foster hosts
Today in 2004, Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan launch their first joint concert tour, playing minor league baseball parks, beginning with at stop at Doubleday Field in Cooperstown, New York
Today in 2008, Taylor Swift filmed her “Love Story” video in Nashville
Today in 2011, the Oak Ridge Boys were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. They sang “Bobbie Sue,” “Elvira” and an a cappella “Amazing Grace” on their big night.
Today in 2014, Florida Georgia Line countersues the producers of the Country Explosion music festival for more than $200,000. The concert execs previously filed a $15-million suit against the duo, alleging they were defamed when the duo’s tour manager told other booking agents about a check that failed to clear the bank.
Today in 2016, Steven Tyler debuted at #1 on the Billboard country albums chart with “We’re All Somebody From Somewhere.”
Today in 2016, Kenny Chesney’s concert at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, includes a surprise guest: Sammy Hagar, who played “I Can’t Drive 55.”
Today in 2017, Vince Gill performed two songs during the funeral for former Notre Dame head coach Ara Parseghian in South Bend, Indiana.

Post Malone Sings Kid-Friendly Version Of “I Had Some Help” With Elmo In New “Sesame Street” Special

Posted on July 31, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Post Malone is making a special appearance in “Storm on Sesame Street,” premiering on Monday on Netflix and PBS KIDS. The Hip-Hop turned Country star performs a kid-friendly version of his song “I Had Some Help” featuring Morgan Wallen which was re-worked as “A Little Help”. During the special, Elmo and his friends learn how to stay safe and support one another during severe weather storms. Malone later joins Elmo and Abby for a heartfelt performance, singing, “We can go through something hard / So we’re helping our neighbors, but I know we’ll make it through.” The special ends with the “Sesame Street” community rebuilding together while launching Sesame Workshop’s new initiative to help children and families prepare for and recover from extreme weather.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 31, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1964, Country Music Hall of Fame member, Jim Reeves, died when his single-engine Beechcraft plane crashed near Nashville, Tennessee.
Today in 1985, Patsy Cline’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified gold.
Today in 1991, Travis Tritt’s single, “Country Club,” went platinum
Today in 1992, Brooks & Dunn topped the charts with “Boot Scootin’ Boogie.”
Today in 1995, Alabama’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified for sales of 4-million and their “Greatest Hits II” was certified platinum.
Today in 1995, the single, “You’re Gonna Miss Me,” by Brooks & Dunn hit #1.
Today in 1998, the Dixie Chicks garnered the first #1 hit of their career when “There’s Your Trouble” topped “Radio & Records” country chart.
Today in 2000, Faith Hill received a nomination from the 2000 “VH1 Vogue Fashion Awards” in the “Most Fashionable Artist – Female” category. Nominated with artists like Toni Braxton, Janet Jackson and Jennifer Lopez, Faith was the only country artist to be tapped in any category.
Today in 2000, it was announced that Brooks & Dunn, Lee Greenwood, Lorrie Morgan and Hank Williams Jr. were on the bill as performers for the Republican National Convention.
Today in 2001, Blake Shelton’s single, “Austin,” topped the charts – as his self-titled debut album was released. One year later on the same day, the CD was certified gold.
Today in 2001, Cyndi Thomson’s debut album, “My World,” arrived in stores.
Today in 2002, Toby Keith’s “Unleashed” album debuted at the top of “Billboard’s” country and pop album charts. But that’s not all. Fans snapped up just over 338,000 copies during its first week of release, which gave Toby his first #1 album on the all-genre “Billboard” Top 200 chart.
Today in 2002, the Dixie Chicks taped their episode of “CMT Crossroads” with James Taylor in Nashville.
Today in 2006, Jason Aldean’s single, “Why,” was certified gold.
Today in 2017, Apple Music launches a commercial for a weekly series, “Carpool Karaoke,” with Willie Nelson’s “On The Road Again” playing behind cameos by Miley Cyrus, James Corden, Blake Shelton, Sheryl Crow and Dierks Bentley.
Today in 2017, Florida Georgia Line’s “Smooth” single hit the airwaves.
Today in 2017, Joe Nichols posted a collaborative video teaming him with rapper Sir Mix-A-Lot on the rap classic, “Baby Got Back.”
Today in 2019, Morgan Wallen single, “Whiskey Glasses,” was certified platinum by the RIAA.
Today in 2019, Chris Stapleton celebrated a platinum single from the RIAA for “Millionaire,” and scored two multi-platinum singles: a double-platinum nod for”Broken Halos” and “Tennessee Whiskey?” It was certified six-times platinum.
Today in 2021, Willie Nelson performed during a voting-rights rally at the Texas State Capitol in Austin at the close of a four-day march.

MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: JUNEBUG

Posted on July 30, 2026 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Junebug”, an adorable 5 month old female kitten who loves to play with toys. Junebug isn’t a huge fan of being held, but she’s a curious kitty who loves to explore her surroundings. Junebug gets along great with other cats, but hasn’t quite gotten used to dogs yet. Junebug would make any cat-lover a great new furry best friend!

Junebug is fully vaccinated, vetted, spayed, microchipped and ready to go!

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

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Junebug 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 Junebug with Izzy from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

Kenny Chesney Gets Ready To “Burn My Boat”

Posted on July 30, 2026 by Bob Ballard

We’re getting a new track from Kenny Chesney’s upcoming “Silver Sands Marina” project. The singer posted a clip of “Burn My Boat” on social media yesterday, alerting fans the full version would be available tomorrow. About the song, Kenny says, “‘Burn My Boat’ was the exact thing I wanted to say, and it’s in the chorus; recognizing ‘where I’m supposed to be’ is that sense of true arrival, knowing where you’re supposed to be. When you’re restless, and I am, there is no greater peace or freedom.”

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This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 30, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1955, Johnny Cash records his first version of “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Luther Played The Boogie” and “So Doggone Lonesome” at the Sun Recording Studio in Memphis.
Today in 1985, Alabama became the first country act to go quadruple-platinum, as the “Mountain Music” and “Feels So Right” albums are certified for shipments of 4 million copies. “The Closer You Get” goes triple-platinum
Today in 1990, Randy Travis’ album, “Always and Forever,” was certified quadruple platinum.
Today in 1991, the “Country Club” album by Travis Tritt was certified platinum.
Today in 1993, the single, “We’ll Burn that Bridge,” by Brooks and Dunn hit #1.
Today in 1993, Martina McBride’s first big hit, “My Baby Loves Me,” debuted on the country charts.
Today in 1996, Brooks & Dunn’s album, “Borderline,” and George Strait’s “Blue Clear Sky” CD were both certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
Today in 1997, Terri Clark’s self-titled debut album was certified platinum
Today in 1999, Lila McCann made her Grand Ole Opry debut.
Today in 1999, the film, “Runaway Bride,” starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, opened in theaters nationwide. Among the folks featured in the film soundtrack were the Dixie Chicks and Martina McBride.
Today in 2000, the Judds wrapped up their “Reunion Tour” in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Today in 2002, Brad Paisley celebrated the success of his #1 single, “I’m Gonna Miss Her,” at a party in Nashville.
Today in 2007, Rodney Atkins received a diploma from Tennessee Tech in Cookeville – 14 years after he stopped taking classes. School officials discovered that he had racked up enough credits in his time there to qualify for a newly created degree.
Today in 2008, Alan Jackson’s album, “Good Time,” was certified gold.
Today in 2012, Eli Young Band vocalist Mike Eli and his wife, Kacey, welcomed their first daughter, Kline Olivia Diaz, in Dallas.
Today in 2015, Lynn Anderson passed at Nashville’s Vanderbilt Medical Center. A Female Vocalist of the Year for both the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music, she earned a million-seller with her 1970 single, “Rose Garden.”
Today in 2016, Chris Stapleton performed during the Lollapalooza rock festival at Grant Park in Chicago. His set included “You Are My Sunshine,” “Fire Away,” “Traveller” and closing number “Tennessee Whiskey.”
Today in 2018, Runaway June’s single, “Buy My Own Drinks,” was released.
Today in 2020, Darius Rucker raised more than $250-thousand for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital with his annual Darius & Friends concert, held as a virtual event from Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House. Also on the bill, Tracy Lawrence and Clint Black.
Today in 2020, Josh Turner’s “Would You Go With Me” single was certified double-platinum single by the RIAA.
Today in 2020, Taylor Swift’s single, “betty,” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2021, Parker McCollum’s album, “Gold Chain Cowboy,” was released.

Dolly Parton To Be Honored At 19th ACM Honors

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Dolly Parton is slated to be recognized at the upcoming ACM Honors for just being Dolly…which is to say, for being incredible. The legend will be honored with the ACM Poet’s Award. Dolly, who continues to work her way back to full health, will accept the honor via a special video message. The 19th ACM Honors will take place on Wednesday, August 19th at The Pinnacle in Nashville, and will be co-hosted by Carly Pearce and Parker McCollum. The evening’s entertainment will be provided by Avery Anna, Big Kenny, Carly Pearce, Carter Faith, Dierks Bentley, Dylan Scott, Gabriella Rose, Gavin Adcock, Kaitlin Butts, Mark Collie, Margo Price, Megan Moroney, Parker McCollum and Trisha Yearwood. Tickets for the event are available now through AXS.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1972, Barbara Mandrell became a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
Today in 1981, the “Fancy Free” album by the Oak Ridge Boys was certified platinum.
Today in 1992, Garth Brooks self-titled debut album was certified quadruple platinum. The same day, his “Ropin’ The Wind” project was certified for multi-platinum sales of 8-million.
Today in 1997, Tom T. Hall’s “Greatest Hits Volume II” album was certified gold.
Today in 1997, Clint Black’s album, “Nothin’ But The Tailights,” was released. The same day, BlackHawk’s “Love and Gravity” project was also released.
Today in 1997, Terri Clark’s self-titled album was certified platinum.
Today in 1998, the “Everywhere” album by Tim McGraw was certified triple platinum.
Today in 2000, Faith Hill’s single, “Breathe,” returned to the top of “Billboard’s” adult contemporary chart for a triumphant 14^th Faith had been bumped from the top a week earlier by Latin singer Marc Anthony.
Today in 2000, Clay Walker sang the national anthem at the Pro Football Hall of Fame induction in Canton, Ohio, where honorees include Joe Montana and Howie Long. Walker also joins Dwight Yoakam, Sawyer Brown and Alecia Elliott in a post-induction concert.
Today in 2003, Josh Turner’s single, “Long Black Train,” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2004, Blake Shelton’s “Some Beach” video, featuring a cameo by NASCAR driver Elliott Sadler, debuts on CMT
Today in 2005, Gretchen Wilson’s “All Jacked Up” video debuts on CMT.com.
Today in 2006, former Negro League baseball player Charley Pride sang the American and Canadian national anthems in Cooperstown, New York, when 17 former Negro Leaguers join the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Today in 2011, the Lady Antebellum single, “Just A Kiss” went gold, platinum and quintuple-platinum.
Today in 2014, Neil Young filed for divorce from Pegi Young, his wife of 36 years…amidst an alleged affair with actress Daryl Hannah. He and Hannah ultimately married in 2018 and in 2019, Pegi passed following a battle with cancer.
Today in 2017, Garth Brooks performed at The Forum in Los Angeles, where his daughter, Allie Brooks, was celebrated for her 21st birthday by dad…and received a wedding proposal from longtime love Jonathan Roberts as her dad sang “She’s Every Woman.” She said yes….and they got hitched in October 2018.
Today in 2017, Little Big Town’s show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville featured surprise guests Miranda Lambert and Charlie Worsham, who joined them on a cover of The Dixie Chicks’ “Goodbye Earl.”
Today in 2018, Glen Campbell was the cover story in the “Parade” supplement in the Sunday paper a year after his passing (on August 8, 2017). In it? Marty Stuart saying, “I wish I could have been in the control room at Capitol Studio A listening to the playback of ‘Wichita Lineman’ the first time it came into the atmosphere. It must have been a perfect moment in time.”
Today in 2020, Garth Brooks held a press conference to ask CMA members not to vote for him for Entertainer of the Year. After winning seven times during his career, he says other deserving artists should get their due.
Today in 2020, Jack Daniel’s announces the launch of an Eric Church single barrel whiskey.
Today in 2021, “Beers On Me,” Dierks Bentley’s single with BRELAND & HARDY, was released.

Kenny Chesney Drops More Details On “Silver Sands Marina”

Posted on July 28, 2026 by Bob Ballard

Kenny Chesney is stoking his fans’ excitement over the first new music from the country superstar in over two years. Last month, he announced his new album, “Silver Sands Marina,” would be coming out September 25th. Yesterday, we learned a little more about the project. Kenny’s 21st studio album will consist of eleven tracks, including his current single “Carry On.” It will also include three features, with guests Lily Meola, Colbie Caillat and Megan Moroney. About the record, Chesney says, “Some of these songs are unlike anything people have heard, or haven’t heard in a long time. Some of them go deep, some of them will make people turn it up, a few will make them laugh… But, together, I think they’ll remind them how great it is to be alive. Even on days where you need a song like ‘Carry On,’ we’re making the best of what we’ve got.” See the track list below.

“Silver Sands Marina” track list:

“Burn My Boat”
“Carry On”
“Talkin’ Dirt”
“Goldfish” featuring Lily Meola
“Silver Sands Marina”
“It Just Got Weird” featuring Megan Moroney
“Sad Casino”
“Shot A Car Into Space”
“Remember Me That Way”
“What We Got Going On” featuring Colbie Caillat
“Shot Glass”

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