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Story Behind the Song: Thomas Rhett, ‘Slow Down Summer’

The idea came to Thomas during a nostalgic moment while on a writing trip in Montana.

Here’s What to Expect From Dierks Bentley’s Headlining Set on ‘New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash’

The country star is one of the headliners of 'New Year's Eve Live! Nashville’s Big Bash.'

Story Behind the Song: Luke Bryan, ‘Up’

"The beauty of what the song “Up” talks about is, the first line of the song paints the picture of a farmer's life ..."

Why Luke Bryan Says His Farm Tour Is a ‘Spiritual’ Experience

For Luke Bryan, the Farm Tour isn’t merely a concert — it's a spiritual experience.

Luke Combs, Reyna Roberts Deliver Smooth ‘Kiss an Angel Good Mornin” on ‘CMT Giants: Charley Pride’ [Watch]

Robert Randolph also performed with them.

Jimmie Allen, Brad Paisley Turn Nature Into Their Stage in ‘Freedom Was a Highway’ Video [Watch]

In the music video for their duet single, Jimmie Allen and Brad Paisley go into full-on rock star mode in the middle of the woods.

Zac Brown Band Balance Their Serious and Playful Sides in ‘Stubborn Pride’ and ‘Paradise Lost on Me’ [Listen]

ZBB's two newest songs, 'Stubborn Pride' and 'Paradise Lost on Me,' take them back to their roots.

Parker McCollum’s Fiancee Was Unimpressed by the Song He Wrote for Her

Parker McCollum's fiancee is always supportive when it comes to his music — except when it casts her in the spotlight.

Parker McCollum Says Miranda Lambert Is the ‘Dolly Parton of My Generation’

Parker McCollum has some serious words of praise for Miranda Lambert.

Carly Pearce Got a Sweet (and Unexpected!) Phone Call From Barbara Mandrell After Her Grand Ole Opry Invite

Carly Pearce was overwhelmed with joy upon receiving an invitation to become a Grand Ole Opry member — but Dolly Parton's surprise ask was merely the beginning of the excitement.