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Reba McEntire Honors Dolly Parton at Tribute Concert: WATCH
Reba grew emotional remembering her friend during 'CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton.' Watch her heartfelt speech about the friend she knew for nearly 50 years. Continue reading…
Cody Johnson Shares How His Childhood Dream Became His Reality
Before the country music success, Cody Johnson pictured a life with land, horses, cattle and a family of his own. Today, he’s living the life he once thought was beyond his reach. Continue reading…
Kid Rock Says Trump Support Cost Him Hollywood Opportunities
Kid Rock chose his politics over Hollywood relationships, and he's okay with the professional fallout that followed. Continue reading…
Here's Why John Anderson Focused on Faith for His Final Album
Late country icon John Anderson revealed why his faith informed so many of the songs — and his wise words ring even truer in light of his unexpected death. Continue reading…
Carrie Underwood Sings ‘I Will Always Love You’ for Dolly Parton
Carrie Underwood had the final musical moment of CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton, bringing the Nashville tribute to a close with one of Parton’s most beloved songs. Continue reading…
Dolly Parton's 'Coat of Many Colors' Drew on Her Hard Childhood
Dolly Parton grew up impoverished in rural Tennessee, but she didn't let that stop her from achieving all of her dreams. Continue reading…
The Real Story Behind Dolly Parton's 'I Will Always Love You'
It's one of the most impactful and enduring songs in the history of popular music. Continue reading…
Brothers Osborne Look Past Politics For Music With Cody Johnson
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Why Ella Langley Cast Kaitlin Butts in 'Choosin' Texas' Video
Langley knew that Kaitlin Butts would be good at playing the mean girl. Continue reading…
Kelsea Ballerini Funds Program at Dolly Parton's Hospital
Kelsea Ballerini just brought live music to a children's hospital in her hometown, funding a program that'll keep performers at patients' bedsides. Continue reading…
Tim McGraw ‘Live Like You Were Dying’: Lyrics + Meaning
Some songs remind us to slow down and appreciate what we have. Tim McGraw’s 2004 hit asks a bigger question: What would you change if you knew your time was limited? Continue reading…
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