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How Parmalee's Terrifying Robbery Pushed Them to Succeed in Country Music

In 2010, country band Parmalee experienced a robbery that changed the course of their career — and nearly ended their drummer’s life. Members Matt Thomas, Scott Thomas, Barry Knox and Josh McSwain recently sat down with Us Weekly to recount the terrifying …

Stagecoach country music festival 2025 is now sold out, but here's how to get on the waiting list

Local country music station holds fundraiser for Canine Comfort program at Children's

CINCINNATI (WKRC) – Hospital visits can feel difficult and scary. The facility dogs at Cincinnati Children’s can help make that stay just a little less scary. Whether it’s a quick appointment or a long hospital stay, facility dogs through the Canine …

This Country Artist Reveals He Is Neighbors With Kid Rock

Jon Pardi was a recent guest on Taste of Country Nights, where he revealed to host Evan Paul that he lives right by Kid Rock. We asked the "Dirt on My Boots" singer when was the last time he went out to a bar in Nashville. "I think it was …

Bring more Black artists into country music and tell their stories

It was the evening of Nov. 6, 2016, and award-winning artist Beyoncé Knowles-Carter hit the stage with the Dixie Chicks to perform at the Country Music Awards. For her contribution, she received criticism from the country community, and some country music …

Chris Young, ‘Til the Last One Dies’ Lyrics Fill a Gap In Country Music [LISTEN]

Chris Young's "Til the Last One Dies" lyrics describe a very specific kind of love not celebrated often in country music. Young love songs are popular. Wedding songs aren't rare. Love-me-again songs pop up like April showers. This new …

Carolina Country Music Fest 2025 officially sold out

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WMBF) - Carolina Country Music Fest is now officially sold out ahead of celebrating its 10th anniversary in June. Festival organizers announced the news Friday. 🎉 CCMF 10-Year Anniversary SOLD OUT! 🎉 We are incredibly grateful to our …

Daily Lineup For Wildwood's Barefoot Country Music Fest 2025

Country music's biggest stars are headed to Wildwood, New Jersey, for the Barefoot Country Music Fest. It's the 5th annual edition of the festival, and the lineup is looking like one of the best ever. Headliners include Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, …

West Michigan’s Biggest Venue Just Scored a Huge Country Music Honor

You don’t have to book a trip to Nashville to catch an incredible country concert. In fact, if you’re early enough to the party, you can usually catch some of the biggest artists on the planet as they stop in West Michigan. And now, Grand Rapids’ Van Andel …

South Coventry native shares folk music to help others step back and exhale

When singer-songwriter Dann Pell of South Coventry set out on a month-long ”Meeting on the Road” tour to share his meditative folk music down South six months ago, he intended to connect with people and strengthen his sense of community.Dann Pell aims to …

Country artist Craig Morgan to lead Pigeon Forge Music in the Mountains Parade

The parade takes place Friday, April 4 at 6 p.m. The city first organized the parade 40 years ago to coincide with the opening of Dollywood.  Morgan is known for songs like "Redneck Yacht Club" and "International Harvester." Morgan is …

JJ’s Country Music Minute: Lots of New Country Including Chris Young, Idol on Easter Will Be Special, Lainey Dishes on ...

The Internet Is Trying To Figure Out Who This Country Singer Is On ‘The Masked Singer’ & The Guesses Are Just Ridiculous

Do these people even listen to country music? I don’t watch the Fox singing show The Masked Singer, but if you’re not familiar with the premise, they basically take (usually B- and C-list) celebrities, put them in outrageous costumes, and make them sing …

Why did Michael Hurley call himself Snock? Acclaimed folk singer passes away at 83

Singer-songwriter Michael Hurley passed away on April 3, 2025, at age 83. The cause of death has not been confirmed. Known for albums like Have Moicy! and Watertower, Hurley’s passing was announced by his record label, No Quarter Records, through an …

Michael Hurley, acclaimed folk singer, dead at 83

Folk music pioneer Michael Hurley, known as the "Godfather of freak folk," has died. He was 83. The singer's family shared news of his death on Thursday in a statement posted by Hurley's record label, No Quarter Records, on Instagram. A …

So you want to listen to folk music

You’ve probably heard a folk song once or twice, possibly without even realizing it. Bon Iver, Noah Kahan and Hozier are all very popular musicians who, at the very least, draw inspiration from the genre.  Folk can be traced back to the beginning of human …

Michael Hurley, Influential Outsider Folk Singer, Dead at 83

Michael Hurley, the beloved eccentric folk singer whose music became a touchstone for a generation of singer-songwriters, has died at 83. The singer’s death was announced in a statement from his family, and his publicist confirmed that Hurley died in his …

Michael Hurley death: Greenwich Village outsider folk singer dies at 83

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'Songwriters in the Round' brings country music to Martin County to benefit Boys and Girls Clubs

HOBE SOUND, Fla. — This month, the Hobe Sound Farmers Market will be transformed into a lively hub of country music and community spirit. The much-anticipated Songwriters in the Round event will take place April 12 from 6-10 p.m. at 1425 Southeast Bridge …

OneCert Ushers in a Dynamic New Chapter with Karlin Warner as CEO

OneCert, Inc., a leading force in organic certification, is thrilled to announce a significant transition in leadership. LINCOLN, NE, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OneCert, Inc., a leading force in organic certification, is …

Land Clearing in Fredericksburg Texas meets AI transformation

Revolutionizes Land Clearing Industry with AI-Integrated, Sustainable Solutions Out of Fredericksburg, Land Clearing in Fredericksburg Texas SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A transformative force has arrived …

À la découverte du Saint Graal : le trésor caché de Valence au cœur de l’Europe

Conférence à Léognan sur le Saint Calice de Valence, source du mythe du Graal, et son itinéraire culturel européen. Réservation obligatoire. LéOGNAN (BORDEAUX), ZARAGOZA, FRANCE, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Le samedi 5 avril 2025 à 10h30 …

UFA Welcomes New Board Chair

New UFA Board Chair, Jennifer Wood, makes history as the first female to hold the position CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Board of Directors at United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited (“UFA”) is pleased …

BuyRexroth.com Increases Offerings, Adds Complementary Products

It has added components from Anchor Fluid Power, Emerson Aventics, CEJN, DMIC, Flextral, Hedland, Hengst, NoShok, and Thermal Transfer. CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Introduced in 2020, BuyRexroth.com now …

Starkel Capital Invests in Apothecary Farms, a Leading Multi-State Cannabis Operator Poised for Accelerated Growth

Starkel Capital invests in Apothecary Farms, a vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operator in the Midwest OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Starkel Capital Management, Inc. ("SCM"), an investment …

Band Reeves Releases Debut Centricity Music Single, ‘Outrun You’

Song Chronicles Jeramy Reeves’ Transformational Encounter With Christ NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fusing complementary country and Christian musical genres rooted in life on the farm and the faith that sustains them …

Chemical Injection Metering Pumps & Valves Market Size, Growth, Industry Trends | Emergen Research

The chemical injection metering pumps & valves market is expected to grow from an estimated USD 4751.5 mn in 2024 to USD 7061.2 mn in 2033, at a CAGR of 4.5%. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emergen …

Kevin O’Leary & Dr. Farb in a Webinar

Kevin O'Leary and Flower Turbines CEO Dr. Farb Discuss Wind, Renewable Energy, and Data Centers on April 10 LUBBOCK, TX, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kevin O’Leary (aka Mr. Wonderful) and Flower Turbines’ CEO, Dr. …

Global communications agency launches to elevate agricultural storytelling

Global communications agency Consus Communications launches to elevate agricultural storytelling LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consus Communications, a new communications agency, is bringing strategic storytelling …

CITEM takes PH food to global frontier, lands US$135.59M in total sales at Gulfood 2025

The FOODPhilippines participation organized by CITEM generated US$135.587M in total sales for its 20th engagement at Gulfood 2025. PASAY, METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The FOODPhilippines participation organized …

Merging Blockchain and Sustainability: Three New Green Cryptocurrencies Unveiled

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Albanian Minerals to Launch Three Revolutionary Green Cryptocurrencies Backed by Vast Mineral Assets In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable innovation, Albanian …

Roots of Peace Launches Global ‘White Rose for Peace’ Campaign on UN Landmine Awareness Day

Transforming Minefields into Vineyards, Orchards, and Fields of Flowers – “Mines to Vines” Movement Expands Worldwide LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roots of Peace, the global humanitarian nonprofit committed to …

Al via la quarta edizione di EWA - Empowering Women in Agrifood

EIT Food apre la call per le imprenditrici nel settore agroalimentare in Italia BOLOGNA, ITALY, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIT Food apre la call per le imprenditrici nel settore agroalimentare in 13 paesi europei Saranno selezionate …

Agricultural Tractor Market anticipated to surpass US$31,229.554 million by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.48%

The agricultural tractor market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.48% from US$20,386.565 million in 2025 to US$31,229.554 million by 2030. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new study published by …

AF36: The Proven Solution for Aflatoxin Control in Agriculture

National Awareness Campaign Launches as Peak Growing Season Begins PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the growing season underway, the Arizona Cotton Research and Protection Council (ACRPC) is urging farmers to …

'Healing Mother Earth' – Help Replant Trees After the Northern MI Ice Storm

A devastating ice storm destroyed thousands of trees in Michigan. Nathan Wright’s “Healing Mother Earth” initiative aims to restore forests and habitats. PETOSKEY, MI, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Northern Michigan is …

New Communications Agency Seeks to Elevate Agricultural Storytelling

A new communications agency is bringing strategic storytelling expertise to US agribusinesses, creating engaging editorial that brings innovations to life. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consus Communications, a …

New Book ‘Awesome Shade Gardens’ Offers Step-by-Step Plans for Shaded Landscapes

Discover how to turn shaded spaces into lush, vibrant retreats with this essential guide from a leading landscape architect. Available now on Amazon. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shade gardens don't have …

New Exmark Video Simplifies Mower Maintenance

Latest Backyard Smart episode offers a checklist for proper pre-season mower maintenance BEATRICE, NE, UNITED STATES, April 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With spring in the air, now is the time to ready your lawn mower with the maintenance it …