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Monday, November 30
Facebook Artist of the Day: Granger SmithFACEBOOK LIVE
Granger Smith will be featured as the Facebook Artist of The Day! He'll go live, introduce himself, speak on the newly released project, Vol. 2 and perform 1-3 songs all to be shared on Facebook's Music Page.
Closet Chaos with Sara EvansInstagram LIVE
Join Sara Evans on Instagram Live for Closet Chaos.
CMA Country ChristmasABC
"CMA Country Christmas" rings in the holiday season annually with a night full of festive classic ands one-of-a-kind musical performances. Join hosts Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins as they kick off the holiday season in the best way we know how, with music. Throw on your coziest PJs and sing along to festive tunes from Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Lady A, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Thomas Rhett, Darius Rucker and Lindsey Stirling on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9|8c on ABC!
Jimmy Kimmel Live!: Russell DickersonABC
Russell Dickerson appears on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Tuesday, December 1
The Ellen Degeneres Show: Russell DickersonNBC - Check Local Listings
Russell Dickerson appears on The Ellen Degeneres Show
Wednesday, December 2
TikTok SoundOff: Granger SmithTikTok
Granger will be featured apart of TikTok's SoundOff program. Granger will go live for a minimum of 30 mins, to hang out, play some music, and share some stories about Country Things.
Christmas in Rockefeller CenterNBC
Dolly Parton, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge are among the artists who will take the stage on NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center special. Also performing on the annual holiday special will be Kelly Clarkson, Goo Goo Dolls, Earth, Wind & Fire, Jimmy Fallon, Tori Kelly, Leslie Odom Jr., Pentatonix, Gwen Stefani and Meghan Trainor. The evening includes a special holiday treat with Clarkson and Eldredge performing together, along with duets featuring Parton and Fallon, and Trainor and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame supergroup Earth, Wind & Fire. The cast from the Tony Award-winning hit “Ain’t Too Proud” will also perform a musical number, and the Radio City Rockettes will also make an appearance. Cozy up and join in for a night of music, hope and togetherness, all to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Ryman Auditorium: Clint Black with special guest Lisa Hartman BlackIn Person & Livestream
Get ready for an intimate evening with country superstar Clint Black in a rare 2020 appearance, joined by a very special guest – wife Lisa Hartman Black. Country music icon Clint Black will return to Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium on December 2, his first appearance at the venue since 1999. It will be an evening of stories and song from one of country music’s most beloved couples.
Warmest Winter Holiday Special: Home FreeLivestream
This year Home Free is bringing the celebration like never before – hosting their very first, holiday-themed variety show. The entertaining event will be stacked with comedy skits, bright new performances by Home Free of their WARMEST WINTER songs, plus special guest appearances from the Oak Ridge Boys, Alabama, Rachel Wammack, Striking Matches and more. Premiering December 2nd, the special is set to stream worldwide six times through December 5th.
Thursday, December 3
My Gift: A Christmas Special From Carrie UnderwoodHBO Max
HBO Max is spreading holiday cheer with the debut of Carrie’s new music special “My Gift: A Christmas Special From Carrie Underwood.” In the Max Original, Carrie performs a combination of beloved traditional favorites celebrating the joy and hopefulness of the holiday, as well as new original material from her first-ever full-length Christmas album My Gift. On the special, she is accompanied by her band, as well as a live orchestra and choir, conducted by Carrie’s longtime friend, Emmy® Award-winning musical director Rickey Minor.
Next Up: Mickey GuytonPandora Livestream
Tune in December 3rd to see Mickey Guyton perform at Next Up - a free virtual concert powered by The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card and Pandora
Friday, December 4
Southern Symphony by Russell DickersonPreorder & Presave Now
Russell Dickerson releases his highly-anticipated sophomore album, Southern Symphony.
Maren Morris live from Brooklyn Bowl NashvilleLivestream Concert
Flaunting a fusion of country, folk and pop influences, Maren Morris plays live from Brooklyn Bowl Nashville on Friday, December 4 on FANS. Carrying a catalogue of powerhouse vocals and genre-bending anthems, tune in and feel Maren’s energy live from Music City.
While fans won’t be in the venue physically, we invite you to join us digitally. Viewers have the chance to Be In The Stream and projected onto the venue’s screens in Nashville, TN! All through the performance, Maren will be able to see you dance and sing along. In the same spirit of live music, we’re offering a hard ticket and special tour t-shirt upgrade.
Saturday, December 5
American Masters: Charley PrideNPT
American Masters – Charley Pride: I’m Just Me is airing on NPT.
The show traces Pride’s life journey from his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son on a cotton farm in segregated Sledge, Mississippi to his career as a Negro League baseball player and his meteoric rise as a trailblazing country superstar. The new documentary spotlights how Pride’s love for music led him from the Delta to a larger, grander world. In the 1940s, Pride grew up listening to and emulating Grand Ole Opry stars like Ernest Tubb and Roy Acuff. The singer arrived in Nashville in 1963 while the city roiled with sit-ins and racial violence. But with boldness, perseverance, and talent, he managed to achieve a legacy of hit singles, a Recording Academy “Lifetime Achievement Award” and a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
American Masters: Charley PrideNPT
American Masters – Charley Pride: I’m Just Me is airing on NPT.
The show traces Pride’s life journey from his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son on a cotton farm in segregated Sledge, Mississippi to his career as a Negro League baseball player and his meteoric rise as a trailblazing country superstar. The new documentary spotlights how Pride’s love for music led him from the Delta to a larger, grander world. In the 1940s, Pride grew up listening to and emulating Grand Ole Opry stars like Ernest Tubb and Roy Acuff. The singer arrived in Nashville in 1963 while the city roiled with sit-ins and racial violence. But with boldness, perseverance, and talent, he managed to achieve a legacy of hit singles, a Recording Academy “Lifetime Achievement Award” and a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
93rd Annual Nashville Christmas ParadeNews Channel 2
The 93rd annual Nashville Christmas Parade is going virtual this year due to the pandemic and will be aired on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 9 a.m. on News Channel 2.
CeCe Winans, Danielle Bradbery, for KING & COUNTRY, Jimmie Allen, Louis York and The Shindellas, Oak Ridge Boys, Lauren Alaina, Melinda Doolittle, Mitchell Tenpenny, the Nashville Children’s Theatre, Sandi Patty, Shy Carter, Benita Washington and Runaway June, who will be introduced by Radio Disney Country special correspondent Lindsay Ell, will all perform during the one-hour virtual program. Dolly Parton will also offer a special holiday greeting during the parade program.
Saturday Night Opry: Del McCoury, Ricky Skaggs and Sister SadieCircle TV
The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate the 75th anniversary of Bluegrass music on Saturday, December 5 with appearances by Opry members Del McCoury, a member of the Bluegrass Hall of Fame, and Ricky Skaggs, a member of both the Country Music and Bluegrass Halls of Fame. The two will be joined by Sister Sadie, recently named 2020 International Bluegrass Music Association Entertainers of the Year
Play On: Celebrating the Power of Music to Make ChangeCBS
On Dec. 5, CBS will air the one-hour special Play On: Celebrating the Power of Music to Make Change, co-hosted by Kevin Bacon and Eve. The show will celebrate iconic music venues, with the Bluebird Cafe hosting performances from Maren Morris and Sheryl Crow, as well as Yola performing “Hold On” featuring The Highwomen‘s Morris, Brandi Carlile, Natalie Hemby and Amanda Shires. With many more performances to be featured, the concert will raise funds for the NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, as well as WhyHunger, via the Play On Fund created by SixDegrees.org.
Live From Home: Chrissy MetzTopeka
Join Chrissy for a special four-part series of live, interactive, and intimate shows - each one featuring a different theme (to be announced)! Get ready to sing, laugh, listen, and get to know Chrissy from the comfort of her own home.
Sunday, December 6
A Holly Dolly ChristmasCBS and CBS All Access
Broadcasting on Sunday Dec. 6, A Holly Dolly Christmas will see the music and pop culture icon perform an intimate, candlelit set off faith-filled hymns and holiday classics. Dolly Parton will also share Christmas stories and faith-based recollections of the holiday season with her viewers. The singer is also set to feature numbers from her new holiday album A Holly Dolly Christmas
Wednesday, December 9
The Library That Dolly BuiltFacebook Live
The story behind Dolly Parton‘s Imagination Library will be highlighted in the free, one-night-only, livestream world premiere event The Library That Dolly Built, which will stream exclusively on Facebook on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. ET. The screening will be followed by a conversation and live acoustic performance from Parton. Viewers can tune in to the live screening and conversation on FB.ME/dollysimaginationlibrary and ImaginationLibrary.com. In addition, the European premiere will be Thursday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. GMT, and the Australian premiere will be Friday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. AEDT. The documentary was made possible by Dollywood and Abramorama in association with The Dollywood Foundation.
The Farm Must Go On by John Deere: Dustin Lynch, Maddie & Tae, Mickey Guyton, Travis Denning and Tyler FarrYouTube Live
Live from the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville, The Farm Must Go On by John Deere, will stream live on YouTube on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020 starting at 8 p.m. EST. The benefit concert will be open to everyone — no tickets required! The Farm Must Go On by John Deere benefit concert for Farm Rescue will shine a spotlight on farmers and all that they do for our country.
Thursday, December 10
Sara Evan's Virtual Concert Series Tour: Greatest Hits LivestreamVYE LIVESTREAM
Join Sara Evans and her full band as they bring you all of her greatest hits including 5 #1 songs, fan favorite album cuts, and a few surprises along the way!
Tiny Town vTour with Laine HardyLivestream
A virtual night of music with Laine Hardy
Friday, December 11
Sing Me Back Home: The Music of Merle HaggardPre-order Now
Sing Me Back Home: The Music Of Merle Haggard is set for release on Dec. 11 on CD/DVD through Blackbird Presents. The concert event was a one-night-only gathering of artists who joined together at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to honor the songs of the legendary Haggard. It includes performances by Alabama, Ben Haggard, Billy F Gibbons, Bobby Bare, Buddy Miller, Chris Janson, Connie Smith, Dierks Bentley, Hank Williams Jr., Jake Owen, Jamey Johnson, John Anderson, John Mellencamp, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Richards, Kenny Chesney, Aaron Lewis, Loretta Lynn, Lucinda Williams, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Miranda Lambert, Rodney Crowell, Ronnie Dunn, Sheryl Crow, Tanya Tucker, The Avett Brothers, Toby Keith, Warren Haynes, and Willie Nelson.
Willie Nelson American Outlaw CD and DVDPreorder & Presave Now
Blackbird Presents is releasing the CD and DVD of Willie Nelson American Outlaw, the once-in-a-lifetime concert event taping at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena celebrating the songs of icon Willie Nelson, on Dec. 11.
The concert film and CD features performances by Nelson, The Avett Brothers, Chris Stapleton, Dave Matthews, Emmylou Harris, Eric Church, George Strait, Jack Johnson, Jamey Johnson, Jimmy Buffett, Kris Kristofferson, Lee Ann Womack, Lukas Nelson, Norah Jones and The Little Willies, Sheryl Crow, and many more.
Sara Evan's Virtual Concert Series Tour: Copy THAT LivestreamVYE LIVESTREAM
Sara performs for the FIRST TIME EVER live, her entire Copy That covers album from start to finish with her full band.
Saturday, December 12
Nashville Symphony Ball: Maren Morris and Keb 'Mo'WSMV-News 4
Maren Morris and Keb’ Mo’ are the recipients of this year’s Nashville Symphony Harmony Award. Each year, the Nashville Symphony presents the award to individuals who embody the harmonious spirit of Nashville’s musical community. Morris and Keb’ Mo’ will be presented the award and perform during the 36th annual Symphony Ball. The Ball will be broadcast on television for the first time this year
Sunday, December 13
John Henry's Friends Benefit ConcertLuckstream
Steve Earle is holding his sixth annual John Henry’s Friends benefit concert, virtually, on Dec. 13. Performers for the special concert include Steve Earle & The Dukes, Emmylou Harris, Graham Nash, Jackson Browne, Lucinda Williams, Jason Isbell & Amanda Shires, and more. The the one-night-only concert raises money for The Keswell School, an educational program for children and young adults with autism
Celebrating 25 Years of Legend: Rhett AkinsSTABAL.com
Warner Chappell Music Nashville will celebrate Rhett Akins‘ 25 years of hits with a special virtual concert on Dec. 13, with Akins sharing stories behind many of the biggest hits he’s penned for artists including Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, and more. Akins has penned 31 No. 1 hits, and earned 40 BMI awards for his hit songs.
Tuesday, December 15
The Kelly Clarkson Show: Garth BrooksNBC - Check Local Listing
Garth Brooks will be a guest on The Kelly Clarkson Show
Thursday, December 17
Ryman Auditorium: Jimmie AllenIn Person & Livestream
Tune in to the virtual concert experience that brings the sounds of the Mother Church to YOUR best seat in the house. Join the full livestream concert featuring platinum-selling recording artist Jimmie Allen and his band, live from the Ryman stage. Reserve your livestream spot for just $9.99, or experience the show right from the Ryman pews with limited in-person tickets.
Due to a scheduling conflict, Jimmie Allen’s November 20 concert at Ryman Auditorium will now take place on Thursday, December 17. Ticketholders: Please hold on to your tickets as they will be valid for the new date.
Saturday, December 19
Live From Home: Chrissy MetzTopeka
Join Chrissy for a special four-part series of live, interactive, and intimate shows - each one featuring a different theme (to be announced)! Get ready to sing, laugh, listen, and get to know Chrissy from the comfort of her own home.
Sunday, December 20
Garth & Trisha Live! A Holiday Concert EventCBS and CBS All Access
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood will celebrate the holiday season on CBS on a new one-hour concert special, Garth & Trisha Live! A Holiday Concert Event. The special will also be available to stream live on CBS All Access. Following up on the success of their CBS concert special on April 1, Brooks and Yearwood will perform live by request from their home recording studio, Studio G, singing songs of the season for viewers.
Friday, January 8
'Greenfields: The Gibb Brothers’ Songbook, Vol. 1 by Barry Gibb
Singer, songwriter and producer Barry Gibb has teamed with producer Dave Cobb on a project that finds Gibb collaborating with several of Nashville’s top artists to craft new renditions of hits from the catalog of songs he crafted and recorded alongside his late brothers and Bee Gees bandmates Robin and Maurice. The result, Greenfields: The Gibb Brothers’ Songbook, Vol. 1, recorded at Nashville’s RCA Studios, and set to release Jan. 8 via Capitol Records. The 12-track project includes collaborations with Alison Krauss, Brandi Carlile, David Rawlings, Dolly Parton, Gillian Welch, Jason Isbell, Jay Buchanan, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, Olivia Newton-John, Sheryl Crow and Tommy Emmanuel.
Dangerous The Double Album by Morgan WallenPre-Order and Pre-Save Now
Big Loud/Republic Records’ Morgan Wallen will release his highly-anticipated sophomore album, Dangerous: The Double Album, on January 8, 2021. The vast, 30-track double album is nearly three years in the making, written largely by Wallen throughout the chapter of his career that has established him as “the fastest rising young star in country” (Variety).
Saturday, January 9
Live From Home: Chrissy MetzTopeka
Join Chrissy for a special four-part series of live, interactive, and intimate shows - each one featuring a different theme (to be announced)! Get ready to sing, laugh, listen, and get to know Chrissy from the comfort of her own home.
Friday, January 15
The Pink Slip by Devin DawsonPreorder & Presave Now
Devin Dawson revealed he’ll be celebrating the new year with a new project, The Pink Slip EP. Named for the representation of optimistic freedom showcased in lead track “I Got a Truck,” The Pink Slip EP finds Dawson building on the edgy confidence he pioneered with Dark Horse, but with a sunnier outlook.
Friday, January 29
"Six Strings" EP by Alex HallPreorder & Presave Now
Monument Records artist Alex Hall is putting his shredding skills and songwriting acumen front and center on his EP, Six Strings—and he’s welcomed artists including Brad Paisley, Vince Gill, Brothers Osborne’s John Osborne, Old Dominion’s Brad Tursi and more to be part of it. The project was produced by Hall, Good, and Babcock, and is set to release early next year.
Friday, February 12
Wild World Deluxe by Kip MoorePreorder & Presave Now
Multi-PLATINUM singer/ songwriter Kip Moore will release WILD WORLD DELUXE on February 12, 2021. Offering four new tracks, the extended release of Moore’s fourth studio album follows the critical response and fervent fan demand following the release of WILD WORLD earlier in 2020.
Tuesday, February 16
CRS 2021: The Virtual ExperienceVirtual
CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will feature a curated, jam-packed schedule that includes Country Radio Seminar’s most anticipated events, including educational panels, virtual networking, and workshops designed to provide instant, actionable takeaways. CRS 2021 will continue to be the ultimate Country music showcase, with every registration including access to the New Faces of Country Music® Show, Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley, and daily label lunchtime performances.
Early Bird Registration for CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will open on October 28 at Noon CT / 1 p.m. ET at $149 per person and will be offered through November 4. The registration rate will increase to $199 on November 5. All registrations include access to the 2021 New Faces of Country Music® Show. Register HERE.
Wednesday, February 17
CRS 2021: The Virtual ExperienceVirtual
CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will feature a curated, jam-packed schedule that includes Country Radio Seminar’s most anticipated events, including educational panels, virtual networking, and workshops designed to provide instant, actionable takeaways. CRS 2021 will continue to be the ultimate Country music showcase, with every registration including access to the New Faces of Country Music® Show, Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley, and daily label lunchtime performances.
Early Bird Registration for CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will open on October 28 at Noon CT / 1 p.m. ET at $149 per person and will be offered through November 4. The registration rate will increase to $199 on November 5. All registrations include access to the 2021 New Faces of Country Music® Show. Register HERE.
Thursday, February 18
CRS 2021: The Virtual ExperienceVirtual
CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will feature a curated, jam-packed schedule that includes Country Radio Seminar’s most anticipated events, including educational panels, virtual networking, and workshops designed to provide instant, actionable takeaways. CRS 2021 will continue to be the ultimate Country music showcase, with every registration including access to the New Faces of Country Music® Show, Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley, and daily label lunchtime performances.
Early Bird Registration for CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will open on October 28 at Noon CT / 1 p.m. ET at $149 per person and will be offered through November 4. The registration rate will increase to $199 on November 5. All registrations include access to the 2021 New Faces of Country Music® Show. Register HERE.
Friday, February 19
CRS 2021: The Virtual ExperienceVirtual
CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will feature a curated, jam-packed schedule that includes Country Radio Seminar’s most anticipated events, including educational panels, virtual networking, and workshops designed to provide instant, actionable takeaways. CRS 2021 will continue to be the ultimate Country music showcase, with every registration including access to the New Faces of Country Music® Show, Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley, and daily label lunchtime performances.
Early Bird Registration for CRS 2021: The Virtual Experience will open on October 28 at Noon CT / 1 p.m. ET at $149 per person and will be offered through November 4. The registration rate will increase to $199 on November 5. All registrations include access to the 2021 New Faces of Country Music® Show. Register HERE.
Tuesday, April 6
Broken Horses by Brandi CarlilePre-Order Now
Brandi Carlile is opening up about the life lessons that shaped her as an artist in a candid new memoir, Broken Horses, due out April 6.
The five-time Grammy award–winning singer, songwriter, performer, and producer examines a life shaped by music in this heartfelt and intimate story that will be published in both hardcover and digital formats by Crown, along with an audio edition of the book, read by the author, simultaneously released by Penguin Random House Audio.