Music City Minute

Lainey Wilson is returning to host the 60th Annual CMA Awards, marking her third straight year at the helm of Country Music's Biggest Night. The show airs live November 18 from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on ABC, Disney+ and streams the next day on Hulu. The 2026 nominations are led by Ella Langley with nine nods, followed by Miranda Lambert with seven and Kacey Musgraves with five. Oh yeah, there is also that teeny-tiny 98.5 KYGO nomination for Major Market Radio Station of the Year too. With the CMAs celebrating 60 years and coming just months after Dolly Parton's passing, many fans are expecting a special tribute to one of country music's most beloved legends. And speaking of Saint Dolly, her first posthumous release, "Bound to Ride," is out now. The song teams Dolly Parton with the all-female supergroup First Ladies of Bluegrass and appears on the tribute album "Where the Soul Never Dies: Celebrating 80 Years of The Stanley Brothers," due out October 16.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Y’all, grab some nappies and a bottle, because a new little country cutie just made her debut! On September 1, Mitchell Tenpenny and Meghan Patrick welcomed their first child together, a 5 lbs. 12 oz. baby girl named Ember James Tempany. Mitchell and Meghan are already calling her their “sweet Emmy girl,” and honestly, that is just about as adorable as it gets. Fans first found out Meghan was pregnant back in March, when the couple said they had been blessed with “the greatest gift of all.” As her due date got closer, Meghan stepped away from touring for the rest of the year so she could focus on family, health and getting ready for their bundle of joy. Adorably, Meghan admits that even while nesting, her creativity never went on bedrest. In fact, the sweet new season inspired her song, "Your Daddy's Smile," which offers fans a glimpse into all the love and excitement leading up to Ember's arrival. While Papa T still has a slew of shows on his fall calendar, Mama T's returned to the stage has not been announced just yet. For now, the family of three is soaking up all the newborn snuggles, sleepy mornings and those first unforgettable moments at home.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

After the Opry shared a video of the 24-year-old singer performing her viral hit "Boston" backstage for St. Jude patients, some commenters took aim at Lefty's success, pointing to her family's wealth and the ongoing comparisons between "Boston" and Noah Kahan's "Stick Season." Ballerini jumped into the comments to defend the newcomer, reminding fans that the Grand Ole Opry has always been about celebrating all kinds of country music and the artists who connect with audiences through it. She also stressed that the video showed Lefty taking time to sing for St. Jude kids, calling the moment something worth celebrating, not criticizing. Lefty has previously addressed the similarities between "Boston" and Kahan's song, explaining that she chose to give Kahan a retroactive songwriting credit after the resemblance was brought to her attention. No matter where fans stand on the debate, one thing is certain: Stella Lefty's star continues to rise. Colorado fans will get a chance to see her live when she brings her tour to Denver's Fillmore Auditorium on February 13, 2027.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Here is a made-in-Wyoming music moment: Sheridan native and country star Ian Munsick has teamed up with Cheyenne native and recent University of Wyoming graduate Jacob Walker for a special down-home collaboration. When Munsick’s team asked UW’s Western Thunder Marching Band to perform his song “Love Is Blind,” Walker answered the call to create the arrangement. Boy howdy, it was a perfect fit. Walker spent four years with Western Thunder, earned degrees in music education and music performance this spring, and started arranging marching-band music while he was a UW student. The two Wyoming musicians finally met after the band performed the song in late August, giving Munsick a chance to hear Walker’s work and personally compliment the arrangement. Looking back, Munsick admits his journey from a wide-eyed buckaroo watching UW football games, to hearing his music played by the Western Thunder Marching Band, and the honor of receiving an official Western Thunder letter jacket is the ultimate full-circle moment.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Country music star Chayce Beckham and his wife, Ashley Britt, had no idea how quickly life would change less than a year into their marriage. Their family recently grew by ten after Ashley rescued a dog wandering near their home about four months ago. A veterinary exam revealed that the dog, Sundae, was pregnant, and within days she delivered nine puppies — turning the Beckhams’ once-quiet house into a chaotic canine corral. Inevitably, the fast-growing pups now need loving homes. Although Chayce says they are “so frickin’ cute,” he and Ashley cannot realistically keep all nine while also hoping to grow their own family. Nevertheless, the country couple will remain dedicated puppy parents to the rambunctious bunch until they are adopted. By the way, Mama Sundae is doing great.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Do you remember Ole Hank Jr. singing about country folks who raise their young’uns to live off the land, say grace and ma’am? Well, I’d say Riley Green is most certainly one of those polite, country boys (who can survive), described in the song. In fact, I believe that home training helps Green maintain refinement around questionable company. No doubt the CMA winner offered up praise for those frilly knickers missing his face. Now, in a perfect world, the "Worst Way" singer would prefer to play shows with zero aerial artifacts and zero fights. However, weirdly, both of those scenarios have taught the singer what some may consider *important* lessons. For example, Green’s remarks toward all the liberally launched lingerie he gets, Green says: “We were gonna donate them to wherever you donate bras to. I guess because, what I learned was…there was like people commenting…saying they were really expensive. See, I didn’t know that!” Next, Mr. Duckman shares his observations regarding fights: “I’ve seen a lot of extensions go missing…and they got the wrong girl’s hair when they’re putting it back in…it’s a whole thing.” “Well, I’m learning, I’m learning on the road…it's like, I can work at Ulta now!” Mercy sakes, I bet that itty bitty, barefoot, Alabama farm boy never dreamed of earning a bachelor's degree in subjects such as Performance Arts 101: A Master Class in Touring.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Imagine you’re aboard a plane, minutes from landing. You buckle up, return your tray table and gather your belongings. Then the captain’s voice crackles over the intercom, “Welcome to Dolly Parton International Airport.” That could soon be a reality. A Change.org petition launched in January 2025 to rename Nashville International Airport after the country music icon has surged past 170,000 signatures. Naturally, the campaign gained new momentum following Parton’s tragic passing on August 25. Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and airport leaders now support creating a lasting tribute in her honor, and Parton’s team says it is touched by the idea and open to continuing the conversation. Additionally, her team believes she still has a special way of bringing people together for good, and they hope this tribute can be another example of that enduring legacy. Next stop: the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority will discuss the proposal on September 17. If approved, the change would still require additional federal steps before a confirmation and official adoption can occur. I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Over the last six years or so, Carly Pearce has been on a journey of self discovery, which has taught her how to thrive mentally, physically and emotionally. Not only that, the songstress has developed a keen ability to recognize red flags and the confidence to stand her ground – especially when it comes to her kids...I mean dogs, Johnny and June. While discussing the inspiration behind her new album, "Honest Woman," one particular song, "He Don’t Like My Dogs," and its accompanying antidote really stood out above the rest. “I was in a relationship where someone was not nice to Johnny and that was it. Johnny and I talked and we kicked him out of the family,” said the Grammy winner before declaring, “And my favorite thing about this is he will know exactly that this song is about him when he hears it.” Hot dang! How much do we respect Carly Pearce’s tenacity right now? Furthermore, the ex’s egregious behavior toward Pearce and her pup proves to me that boy operates more than a half bubble off plumb.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

"When I'm done, I can rest in peace knowing I've done my best. I hope that when my time comes, I'll leave something behind that others can use to lift themselves up."   For many fans in Colorado, Dolly Parton has always felt like family. Her heartfelt storytelling in beloved songs like “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors”  and “I Will Always Love You” have been the soundtrack to road trips through the Rockies, family gatherings, and countless moments shared around the radio. Colorado audiences have welcomed her throughout the years, from her appearances at the Denver Coliseum and Ebbets Field in 1974, Ebbets Field and Regis College Fieldhouse in 1977, Denver’s Carousel Ball in 1981, McNichols Sports Arena in 1985 and again with Kenny Rogers in 1986. More recently, fans packed Red Rocks Amphitheatre on July 27, 2016, for a sold-out stop on her Pure & Simple Tour, creating one of the most memorable country music nights in the venue’s history. Beyond the stage, Dolly’s impact can be felt across Colorado through her Imagination Library program, which helps provide free books to children and encourages a lifelong love of reading. That commitment to education and literacy has touched families throughout communities across the state, making her influence far greater than music alone. Whether you were lucky enough to see her under the stars at Red Rocks or simply grew up hearing her songs on 98.5 KYGO-FM, Dolly’s legacy will forever shine through her music, her generosity and her unwavering belief in the power of education.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Boy howdy, someone call the fire brigade, because Miranda Lambert set the stage on fire at Sturgis. I heard tell that the Triple Crown  ACM winner’s performance charmed the fringe off the leather-clad audience at the 86th annual motorcycle rally in South Dakota. Fans rocked-out to a full throttle set, which included gut-punch bangers such as "Kerosene," "White Liar," and "Gunpowder & Lead." Now, the Texas tornado must have been aware of the rally’s unwritten rule: go big or go home, because all night, the savvy songstress had pair of bedazzled aces stuffed up her sleeve. In an unforgettable moment, Lambert finally showed her hand when she invited Lainey Wilson and Gretchen Wilson on stage perform "Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home)" and, perhaps, the loudest rendition of "Redneck Woman" the legendary rally has ever heard. Talk about an incredible show that honestly has me a little twisted-up because I missed it.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Just when we thought it was safe to send a bunch of rednecks with gitfiddles to play internationally, sadly unforeseen circumstances end up sending the entire band off the rails. No, not in the Keith Moon, Ozzy Osbourne or Bailey Zimmerman kind of way. Rather, Colt Ford and his crew were involved in a nasty accident while traveling to a music festival in Germany. Ford shared a picture of their wrecked bus, as well as a few details about the incident. According to the "Dirt Road Anthem" singer, at some point their rig left the road and smashed into a ditch. Fortunately, first responders were able to extract the mostly banged up crew through the broken out-front windshield of the bus. However, unfortunately, the 56-year-old front man sustained a broken shoulder. Even though, as of August 13, Colt Ford was still scheduled to play the music festival (located about three hours southwest of Berlin) I think we can all agree it would be completely understandable if the country rocker decided to scrap his performance altogether.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Well, butter my backside and call me a biscuit, a sweet Georgia peach is turning the country music scene on its head. After eleven years of hustling in Music City, Miss Hannah Dasher has worked her way up from amuse-bouche to the main entrée. Now, how would one describe the 40-year-old Dasher? Let me put it to you this way: If the queen of country music had kinfolk from The Goober State, Dasher would be Her Majesty’s, step-auntie’s half cousin, on her Mama's side, thrice removed. With hair as high as the heavens, the icon-in-training is a regular on the Grand Ole Opry stage. Yet, the singer-songwriter’s music is not the only thing drawing a crowd; it is also her lessons in southern hospitality. This year, Hannah Dasher was proud to release her first cookbook called "Stand By Your Pan," which pairs splendidly with the sassy lady's hilarious tune of the same name. The no-nonsense book features one hundred comfort food recipes so good they will, “hurt people’s feelin’s.” Additionally, readers will enjoy kitchen tips and tricks as well as highly quotable anecdotes that begin with statements like, “Just because you’re twenty doesn’t mean you can’t cook like a meemaw.” I am telling you right now, I have four copies of "Stand By Your Pan" in my Amazon cart that I intend to distribute amongst family this Christmas.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Well, dunk my donuts, here we go again. A few days ago, Billy Strings was playing a packed house at the Fisher Event Center in Indiana, and all seemed to be going well. That is, until a mystery projectile hit Strings in the head. In record time, hundreds of fan videos documenting the incident (as well as the "Leadfoot" singer’s not-safe-for-work meltdown) popped up online. “I was just getting ready to say how much I’m happy to be here and I love you guys and all this s***, then you throw something and it hits me right in the f****** head,” said the 33-year-old strum-lord. Unfortunately, the Grammy award winner’s prickly disposition changed the mood of the show significantly. However, after a brief intermission, a smiley, cheekier Billy Strings returned to the stage in a hockey helmet, and delivered more face-melting bluegrass. Mercy sakes, I suppose we ought to add “UFO” to the long list of crowed thrown projectiles, right behind bracelets, Zyn cans, hacky sacks, phones, plastic bottles, underwear, bras, jellybeans, Copenhagen tins and roses.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Well hot dang, after over a decade in the music business, Post Malone (and I’m sure his daughter) are celebrating his latest career milestone. The rapper/rocker/popstar/country crooner rambled into the big city for a special performance on the world's most famous stoop. Yessum, Ole Posty made his Sesame Street debut in an episode called "Storm on Sesame Street." I know what you are thinking, just the idea of the "Sunflower" singer appearing on the iconic children's show sounds like it would go over like a lead balloon. However, Malone, face tattoos and all, was a surprisingly natural fit, singing a remixed version of "I Had Some Help" with Elmo and Abby. That said, after watching the episode (which is available on Netflix and PBS Kids) I learned two things: never judge a burrito by its foil and perhaps most importantly, when it comes to the children, Mr. Post Malone is for the children. We teach the children, okay!   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Well fan my britches, Zac Brown just pulled off the biggest surprise since the Oprah Winfrey show. In case that mental tab just will not refresh, perhaps this will help jog your memory, “Oh my goodness, you get a car! Everybody gets a car!” In that now infamous episode, Ms. Oprah gave away 276 brand new cars. In total, the gift added up to nearly $8 million. So how in the heck did Zac Brown top that epic giveaway? With free tickets of course! “And tonight, we’re gonna do something that even Jimmy would say is crazy, I’m buying every single person here a cruise for two people!” Yes sir, every fan who was at the sold out Zac Brown Band show at Fenway Park on August 2, received a free Margaritaville at Sea cruise for two, valued at just over $43 million. Incredibly, the generous and unforgettable gesture is widely considered "the largest audience gift in live entertainment history."   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Every little thing Russell Dickerson has worked for has finally landed him a spot in music history;, and honestly, it is about time. The singer-songwriter turned a good day into a great day when he became the first country music artist to appear in a KIDZ BOP music video. Since 2001, the family friendly pop franchise has put out 74 total albums, with the latest collection featuring Dickerson’s hit song, "Happen to Me." The adorable, high energy music video begins with the "Yours" singer, pondering the mysteries of life, “I’ve always wondered what it would be like to be a KIDZ BOP kid?” The video then cuts to the six-person, KIDZ BOP group, singing and dancing their way through iconic locations in Nashville. Finally, the group kick-ball-change their way into the Grand Ole Opry, where they close out their performance alongside the 39-year-old country star. Admittedly, the KIDZ BOP remix of "Happened to Me" is not exactly a southern symphony. However, if you have kids and in need of good, clean fun – the song, video and albums are definitely worth your wild!   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

This has certainly been an unusual week for country music tours. It started with Megan Moroney’s mid-show cancellation, followed by Parker McCollum rescheduling two weekend shows, and now one artist has scrapped an entire leg of his tour. In an emotional post addressed to fans, Bailey Zimmerman confirmed his 10-date European roadshow would no longer happen. The 26-year-old goes on to explain his heartbreaking decision to take some time off and focus on important matters at home. “Everything is okay, it’s just my family needs my attention and that’s what I’ve gotta do,” said the singer. The country star wraps up the note by clarifying he will in fact play all of his upcoming North American dates in August. Unfortunately, this is not the first time this year we have seen Bailey Zimmerman’s name in major headlines. As you may recall, back in June, the "Rock and a Hard Place" singer was facing a felony charge in New Mexico. Thankfully, the charge was dismissed after Zimmerman paid $16,000 in damages and issued an apology.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Shut the front door! A second, Denver-area country concert is making headlines! On the heel of Megan Moroney’s canceled Ball Arena concert, Parker McCollum also found himself overcome with emotion during his own live set. While playing to a massive crowd at Red Rocks, July 29, the "Gold Chain Cowboy" stopped down the music and declared he is fixin’ to be a dad of two in a matter of hours. Detailing the wonderful news, McCollum expressed his joy over stepping off stage in Morrison and going straight home to support Hallie Ray through her upcoming delivery, July 30. Needless-to-say, the country star’s admission was the perfect segue into a performance of "Hell of a Year," which he dedicated to his “beautiful wife.” Naturally, the new baby’s arrival means the 34-year-old will temporarily step back from touring. Consequently, the singer’s July 31 and August 1 shows in Kansas City and Omaha are now booked for the second week in September.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Country stars with tattoos are common sight in Nashville. In fact, artists without ink are pretty much unicorns. As you may know, many folks typically choose body art to honor a person, moment or achievement, which has inspired a popular growing trend among artists: matching tattoos. For instance, Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean have mirroring Buck Commander motifs, while Jelly Roll and Brandon Lake share twin King of Hearts designs. Needless to say, this group is constantly growing and will soon include Kane Brown and Lauren Alaina! As it turns out, Brown and Alaina had promised to get matching diamond tattoos to celebrate their song "What Ifs," earning an RIAA diamond status. Even though Kane honored his commitment ages ago, Lauren admits she is fashionably late. However, with the release of their new collaboration, "Never Been in Love," the music mama promises she will make good on her own diamond tattoo soon.   I’m Sheena, and that’s her Music City Minute.

Over the years, I have had the opportunity to attend countless live shows and – as you can imagine – witnessed a fair share of onstage mishaps. I am talking everything from artists falling, smashing their instruments, breaking up fights, full on frontman meltdowns and, in a few cases, sick stars fighting for their lives. That said, personal illness causing a concert to end early or be canceled is, in my experience, surprisingly uncommon. Yet, sadly, Megan Moroney had one of those ultra-rare moments during her Denver show, July 28. After struggling through a couple of songs, the 28-year-old fought back tears as she told the crowd she could no longer continue. The "Wish I Didn’t" singer went on to apologize for the bad news, thanked fans for their support and promised to come back and give them the show they deserved. In fact, the makeup show is already on the books for August 27! Additionally, tickets from the original sold-out show will be honored on the new date.    I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Now that AI is becoming more streamlined and widely available, many industries have embraced it for its quick results and cost-saving features. So, how is it affecting the arts industry? Honestly, my favorite example involves Randy Travis who, with the help of AI, not only gained his voice back – it also gave the country legend the opportunity to release his first new music in 10 years. But wait, there’s more! According to Niko Moon, songwriters have found a creative way to use AI saying, “I’ve been hearing that, here in town with songs that are being pitched artists, one of the guys in the room will sing the demo. Then they’ll transfer it over into Jelly Roll or Morgan’s voice or something, so that when they hear that song pitched to them, they’re actually hearing themselves singing it.” Daggum, that sounds like a creative and effective way to get your songs noticed. Heck, it is downright innovative. All that in mind, clearly country music has room for the practical application of AI – and that is okay. Just as long as it never replaces the heart, soul and passion of the musical arts, which is the human element.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Imagine you are global superstar playing to a stadium packed with screaming fans in the pouring rain, when suddenly on song two, your outfit comes unzipped. This oddly specific scenario sounds a lot like an anxiety dream. You know, the ones where only your missing red Swingline stapler will fix the broken office printer or you are leading a presentation only to realize too late that you are naked as a jaybird. Yet, the opening scenario was not a dream for Ella Langley, it was closer to waking nightmare. While performing in Baltimore, Maryland, Langley had just started her energetic set when her dress came fully unzipped. Thankfully, a crisp Baltimore Ravens jersey enabled the "Choosin’ Texas" singer continue her show without the threat of accidental indecency. I tell you what, between Ella Langley’s laid back disposition and her quick-thinking team, the clothing calamity felt more like a regular costume change and less like a scandal waiting to happen.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Ask any professional artist and they will tell you the music business changes people. Let us look at Riley Green for example. He has built a heck of a music career that has earned him seven No. 1 hit songs and enough industry awards to fill the cab of an International Harvester. While the 37-year-old’s star power increased, at the same time, it was becoming more and more apparent that Riley Green had become a real piece of work. Seriously, you cannot tell me over the last seven years or so you have not noticed Green’s evolution from Alabama farm boy to genuine rhinestone cowboy. So, what is the country star’s secret to peak physique? The "Worst Way" singer claims it comes down to eggs, steak and workouts. Yep, two omelets (consisting of four eggs total) for breakfast, followed by ten scrambled eggs throughout the day and steak. For strength, Mr. Duckman’s highfalutin', portable gym enables quick circuits anywhere, anytime. There you have it, Riley Green’s Secret to becoming a Redneck Adonis.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

After months on the road, Morgan Wallen is in the final stretch of is Still the Problem tour. Although the 33-year-old still has four shows on his calendar, Gavin Adcock wrapped up his long spell as support act on July 18. To show his appreciation for the incredible opportunity, Adcock wanted to present Wallen with an equally unforgettable end-of-tour gift. Then came the "Deep End" singer’s reveal video, which went from fun to nightmare fuel shockingly fast. Adcock described his initial dilemma of what to get someone who can afford anything themselves. His answer was “something that they would never get” on their own. That’s when the world was introduced to Rufus, a buck backside mount made into a “little critter” and adorned with “some eagle claws, some turkey feet and some bull horns on the top,” Admittedly, the only way to make sense of Rufus is to see him for yourself. However, KYGO is not responsible for any nightmares or hexes you may incur following your visual experience.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Up-and-coming artist Waylon Wyatt has been chomping at the bit to share exciting career milestones with fans. With his debut album fixing to drop and the first couple of shows of his world tour under his belt, the 19-year-old was feeling every bit of ten feet tall and bulletproof. While he seemed mentally prepared for his big adventure, his body was fighting for its life, literally. In a newly uploaded video, the "Leave It Alone" singer revealed he had found himself in the emergency room with sepsis. Yet, despite the grim news, the country riser then chose to follow up with a hilarious attempt to plug the release of his debut album “Dustpiles.” As you might imagine, that poor boy was a sight in his hospital gown, grinning like a possum eating a sweet tater and clearly giddy over his medically-induced ability to hear colors and see sounds. Well, we are sending Waylon Wyatt an abundance of healing thoughts and hope for a quick recovery.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

It has been four years since Florida Georgia Line rocked the country music world with their breakup. At the time, from an outsider's perspective, it seemed like Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelly were living in high-on-the-hog from their catalogue of hits. Yet, not everything that glitters is gold. As it turns out, the once inseparable friends and bandmates found themselves at crossroads, ultimately leading them on solo journeys. Thankfully, FGL's story does not end there. After reuniting for a surprise performance in March and again weeks later at CMA Fest, the prospect of a fully-fledged reunion feels closer than ever. In fact, Tyler Hubbard confirmed just days ago they have begun planning a string of shows for next year! So, does this mean that new music is in the works too? Unfortunately, there is no concrete answer just yet. For the time being, working to rebuild their friendship is understandably a higher priority for Hubbard and Kelly.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

Nearly every artist on Music Row at one point or another has described their experience in the industry as being a part of a big family. In fact, artists mentoring and supporting each other is one of the unique foundations of country culture. Yet, at the same time, Kane Brown admits that camaraderie does not necessarily translate into genuine friendship. While reflecting on his personal and professional life, the 32-year-old confessed he feels like an outsider who, despite all of his connections in Nashville, does not have a tight knit group of professional friends. Although Brown does enjoy frequently exchanging texts with Shaboozey, Chris Young, Morgan Wallen and Jason Aldean, understandably, he feels it’s just not the same as hanging out on the weekend, hitting the golf simulator, drinking a few beers and talking it up. At the end of the day though, the "What If" singer hasn’t completely given up on the prospect of a group of country buddies, declaring active recruitment is always open. I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

After a lifetime of challenges and achievements, country legend Reba McEntire is gearing up for the most important role of her life. Earlier this year, Reba's son and daughter-in-law, Shelby and Marissa, confirmed they are expecting! Unsurprisingly, Granny Reba is already crushing her new role. In fact, she was a driving force in planning an unforgettable baby shower. The theme of the shower was so creative – Baby Archer's First World Tour! Not only did baby Archer's name appear in marquee lights, but the "Fancy" singer also commissioned a custom silver record mounted in a frame and a plaque reading "Archie Blackstock – A Star is Born – 2026." Goodness gracious, I can already tell that baby's feet will never hit the floor when Granny Reba is around. Although the baby Archer's due date hasn’t been revealed, the family has confirmed he is expected to arrive in October.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Question: how many fermented beverages and awful dance moves would earn a person free Luke Bryan tickets for life? Drawing from experience, typically one-and-a-half to two beverages will at least get someone on the dance floor. Unfortunately, after four to five drinks, overconfidence tricks us in to believing everyone needs to see our Mick Jagger moves. Needless to say, anything past that ends up being tragic and messy. Despite that sound logic, a concertgoer named Colin chose to throw caution to the wind at a recent Luke Bryan Show. This man allegedly consumed over two dozen beverages, remained lucid and danced his heart out. His moves earned him an invite on stage where Luke Bryan gave him personal booty shaking lessons, and apparently, free tickets for upcoming shows?! Although entertaining, we definitely do not condone this type of behavior. Moreover, only Andre the Giant could realistically drink that much without ending up blacked out and face down on the floor.   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

Garth Brooks is heading back to where it all started. Fresh off a history-making sold out show at London's Hyde Park that drew over 70,000 fans, Brooks announced the Blame It All On My Roots Tour, a full-scale return to arenas featuring the comeback of his iconic Drum Pod. If that name doesn't ring a bell, it will for anyone who saw Garth in the '90s. The Drum Pod was a massive enclosure that surrounded his drummer during his 1996 world tour, and it became one of the most recognizable stage setups in concert history. That tour produced "Double Live," which went on to become the biggest-selling live album of all time at 25 million copies certified. In an Instagram video teasing its return, Brooks dusted off the old equipment and said, "How long's it been, old girl? Thirty years? Maybe it's time we put you back to work." The tour kicks off August 21 and 22 with back-to-back nights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, with more cities to be announced. And here's the kicker: every single seat is the same price: $154 all-in. No presales, no VIP tiers, no advance box office. All tickets go on sale at the same time on July 17 through Ticketmaster with a limit of eight per order. Brooks said, "Going back into the arenas is about putting the stadium show in a box. The excitement gets multiplied by the intimacy. Every seat is a great seat. This is personal." He's also recording the shows for a new live project called Killer Live, continuing his tradition of capturing concerts in real time.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Rhett Akins had no idea Jon Pardi was waiting backstage. Then came the words every country artist dreams of hearing. Sunday night at the Grand Ole Opry House, during a special Opry Celebrates '90s Country show, Rhett Akins finished his set and thought the night was done. It wasn't. Jon Pardi walked out from backstage, and the room changed. Pardi praised Akins as a mentor and friend before saying quote, "You've always been family to me, but I'm here to invite you to be part of a different family. Rhett Akins, I am here to invite you to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry." Akins was nearly speechless. The man who has written 36 No. 1 hits for other artists, including Pardi's "Dirt on My Boots" and Luke Bryan's "Huntin', Fishin' and Lovin' Every Day," could barely find any words of his own. "All I do every day is write words and I can't think of any right now except thank you, Lord Jesus," he said. He went on to say he'd been listening to the Opry since he was a little kid with his grandparents, and that anytime they asked him to play, even if he was in Alaska, he'd fly home immediately. Before he was known as Thomas Rhett's dad, Akins was topping charts himself with hits like "That Ain't My Truck." His son was in the crowd to witness it all, later posting quote, "My dad has had a dream to be a member of the Grand Ole Opry since he was a boy. He is a country music encyclopedia. Dad, I'm so proud of you."   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Jordan Davis just played a show in Canada. Getting back into the U.S. was the hard part. Jordan Davis has a new touring story, and it's a good one. After headlining a show at Caesars Windsor in Ontario last Friday, the "Buy Dirt" singer's tour bus was stopped at the Canadian border by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol. Officers pulled Davis off the bus, brought him inside and got serious fast. "I need you to be real serious with me, man," one officer told him. "Are you in some trouble in Indiana?" Davis told them he'd never even been arrested. Turns out, there's another Jordan Davis in Indiana wanted on criminal charges, and the name flagged him in the system. "Somebody in Indiana named Jordan Davis is in some trouble," he joked in an Instagram video. Things got tense for a minute. Officers told him they weren't going to put him in handcuffs as long as he walked with them. "And that's when I was like, whoa," Davis said. "I just kind of got quiet because they were pretty serious." Eventually, one of the agents recognized him and asked, "Are you that country singer?" The officer then got worried Davis would go back on stage and bash Border Patrol on social media. Davis laughed it off and said, "Nah dude, just let me get out of here." The best part? His crew on the bus had no idea what happened. They thought Border Patrol just wanted a photo. Davis walked back on and told them, "I almost got locked up, cuz." He captioned the video quote, "Keeping the borders safe, one Jordan Davis at a time. Much love Canada."   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

The U.S. Men's National Team doesn't just play country music after games. They play it before them too. We've talked about how John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" has become the unofficial anthem of the 2026 World Cup. But it turns out country music's role with Team USA goes way deeper than a postgame singalong. The U.S. head coach revealed this week that the night before every match, his coaching staff gets together and plays country music. The manager said he's become a genuine fan of the genre and even name-dropped three artists the staff has been spinning: Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson and Ella Langley. "We need them to come to games. They are very, very welcome here.” Meanwhile, "Country Roads" continues to be the soundtrack of the tournament. The song was included on the official USMNT playlist submitted to FIFA, and it's been blasted through sold-out stadiums after every match, win or lose. After the 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle, midfielder Weston McKennie was caught on camera singing along from the pitch, strumming air guitar while 67,000 fans belted out the chorus above him. The U.S. won Group D and faces Bosnia in the round of 32 on Wednesday. And if country music has anything to do with it, they're not done yet.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Alan Jackson took the stage one last time Saturday night, and Nashville gave him a send off worthy of a legend. Saturday night at Nissan Stadium, 55,000 fans gathered to watch Alan Jackson close the book on a 35-year touring career. The show was called Last Call: One More for the Road, The Finale, and it lived up to every word. The evening started with a little drama nobody planned for – lightning rolled through Nashville forcing a full stadium evacuation right before showtime. But the weather cleared, and when Jackson finally walked out at 9:25, he did what he's always done. He kept it real. "We're not going to dwell on all this sad 'last show' stuff," he told the crowd. "I'm not dead." He joked that it had started to feel a bit like a funeral, watching all these stars sing his songs from heaven. "Two-step up and down the aisle, have a good time, have a drink," he said. "We'll try to play something you like." Before Jackson took the stage, the first two hours belonged to the artists he inspired. Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, Luke Bryan, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Lee Ann Womack and more all covered Jackson's catalog. His great niece Carlisle Wright, whom Jackson personally invited to make her Opry debut just weeks earlier, opened the show. Then came the man himself with a 24-song set that covered decades of hits. George Strait walked out to join him for "Designated Drinker" and "Murder on Music Row." He closed the main set with "Chattahoochee" one final time before an encore of "Mercury Blues" and "Where I Come From." The whole thing is being filmed for an NBC special later this year. But for the people who were there, Saturday night in Nashville was something no TV broadcast will ever fully capture.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Country music's most sacred stage might have a new owner. This is a big one. According to a report from Bloomberg, Ryman Hospitality Properties is exploring the sale of its 70 percent stake in Opry Entertainment Group, the company that owns the Grand Ole Opry House and the Ryman Auditorium. They've hired Morgan Stanley to find a buyer, and this comes during the Opry's 100th anniversary year. The sale wouldn't just include those two iconic venues. Opry Entertainment Group also owns WSM Radio, the station that launched the Opry back in 1925, as well as Blake Shelton's Ole Red locations, Luke Combs' Category 10 bar in Nashville and ACL Live in Austin. The remaining 30 percent of OEG is already held by NBCUniversal and a private equity firm. Ryman Hospitality confirmed they're "evaluating potential opportunities," but stressed no agreements have been reached and there's no guarantee a deal will happen. Executive Chairman Colin Reed pointed to the rise in global popularity of country music as a reason for the timing. No matter what happens, this has Nashville paying very close attention. The Opry isn't just a venue. It's the heart of country music. And whoever ends up owning it will be holding something that can't be measured in dollars.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Kane Brown had a rough Tuesday. The 32-year-old country star was out golfing in Nashville when his own buddy hit a shot that caught him right in the head. The result? 23 stitches and a concussion. Brown shared photos of the gnarly injury on Instagram, showing blood on his ear and a row of stitches, with the caption, "Just a scratch." He followed that with another post saying, "They said it will prob get worse in the next 48 hours, but I'm alive and that's all that matters. Holy crap." His wife Katelyn added some context of her own, saying the ball hadn't been losing momentum in the air he was standing right off the side of the shot. "It could have been so much worse," she said. The injury forced Brown to miss his scheduled performance at Travis Kelce's Tight Ends & Friends charity concert Tuesday night in Nashville, where Taylor Swift and Lainey Wilson ended up stealing the show. Former NFL player Will Compton broke the news to the crowd, joking, "He says concussion, the football guys probably don't buy it." Brown says he's recovering and plans to be back on stage soon, just maybe not back on the golf course for a while.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Taylor Swift just showed up in Nashville and sang "Love Story" with Lainey Wilson, and the internet is losing its mind. Last night in Nashville, Lainey Wilson was closing out her set at Travis Kelce's annual Tight Ends & Friends charity concert when she told the crowd, "I don't think y'all are ready for what's about to happen." Out walked Taylor Swift. The two proceeded to duet on Swift's 2008 classic "Love Story" as the crowd erupted. Before the song, Wilson shared that years ago she came to Nashville for CMA Fest and watched a 16-year-old Swift perform at the Riverfront Stage to about 30 people. "Four of them were me, my mama, my daddy and my sister," Wilson said. "I knew watching that day that it was something really special." The moment got even sweeter during the song's bridge when Swift sang "he knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring" and flashed her engagement ring from fiancé Kelce to screaming fans. Kelce hosts the event each year alongside George Kittle and Greg Olsen to raise money for charity, and the night also featured performances from Dan + Shay, Nate Smith and Chase Rice. This is the second year in a row Swift has made a surprise appearance. Last year she performed "Shake It Off" with Kane Brown. The performance also comes on the heels of Swift's new country-leaning song "I Knew It, I Knew You" from the "Toy Story 5" soundtrack, fueling speculation that a return to country could be on the horizon.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

2026 has been the year country and Southern rock became the soundtrack of American sports on the global stage, and we need to talk about it. First, let's rewind to February, when Team USA used Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Free Bird" as their goal song at the Winter Olympics in Milan. Every time the U.S. scored, that iconic guitar riff echoed through the arena, and it became one of the defining sounds of the Games. By the time it was over, both the men's and women's hockey teams had won gold, with the men capturing their first Olympic hockey gold since the Miracle on Ice in 1980. "Free Bird" played a lot in Milan. Now fast forward to this weekend. John Denver's 1971 classic "Take Me Home, Country Roads" has unofficially become the anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After the U.S. Men's National Team beat Australia 2-0 on Friday night in Seattle to clinch their group, nearly 67,000 fans didn't head for the exits. Instead, the stadium speakers kicked on "Country Roads" and the entire crowd, American and Australian fans alike, belted it out together as the players did a victory lap. The clip went viral instantly, and it's happened at every U.S. match so far. The Guardian even wrote a whole piece about why the song has struck such a chord, calling it a story about "a united America." From "Free Bird" in Milan to "Country Roads" in Seattle, country music is proving what we've always known: nothing brings people together quite like it.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Last week we told you about Freddy, the German soccer fan whose World Cup road trip through the American South accidentally turned him into a country music fan. Since we last checked in, his following has exploded from 11,000 to nearly 700,000 with everyone from J.J. Watt to the mayor of Houston rolling out the red carpet. But the moment everyone was waiting for finally happened Thursday night in Oklahoma City. Freddy and his crew drove overnight from Houston to make Ella Langley's sold out show at the OKC Zoo Amphitheatre, and Ella's team made sure they got the full country music welcome. When they walked into their hotel room, it was loaded with gifts: brand new suitcases, cowboy hats, Tacovas boots, full country outfits, Ella Fellas t-shirts and tickets to the show. Freddy posted a photo in his new boots and jeans and wrote, "This is the most American I've ever felt." That night, he watched Langley perform "Choosin' Texas" live, the song that had been playing on every country radio station they tuned into since day one of the trip. He called it, "The soundtrack of our road trip. A full circle moment." After the show, the whole travel group met Langley backstage for photos, and Freddy posted, "The travel group with Ella Langley, our new favorite musician." Ella called the Oklahoma City crowd the best of her entire tour so far. A German soccer fan came to America for the World Cup, discovered country music on the radio and ended up backstage with one of Nashville's biggest rising stars. If that's not the American dream, I don't know what is.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

In country music, there's an unspoken tradition: when a tour wraps, the headliner gives the opening act a gift to say thanks for sharing the road. Sometimes it's a watch, sometimes it's a bottle of something nice. But back in 2022, Tim McGraw took it to a whole different level and we're just now hearing about it. In a recent interview, Russell Dickerson revealed that at the end of their tour together, McGraw walked up to his bus, sat down and handed him $20,000 in cash. Just like that. Dickerson said quote, "Tim McGraw sat down outside my bus and just slapped me up twenty bands. Just a crispy twenty Gs." Dickerson said he noticed a large bulge in the back pocket of McGraw's famously tight jeans but had no idea what it was until McGraw reached back, pulled out the stack, and handed it over without a second thought. Dickerson, being Dickerson, wrapped up the story with a joke: "He was caked up, bro," and then added, "He does work out a lot." Four years later, and that story still hits. That's the kind of generosity that keeps the touring tradition alive in Nashville.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

If you haven't met Freddy yet, you're about to love him. Freddy is a German soccer fan who flew to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and decided to roadtrip his way through the American South before the games kicked off. He's been documenting the whole thing on X, and the internet cannot get enough. We're talking Waffle House, Buc-ee's, Taco Bell, which he called "the holy land,” and enough Southern hospitality content to make you proud to be an American. He's racked up over 358,000 followers, caught the attention of U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, and even got J.J. Watt to hook him up with a hotel in Houston. But, here's where it gets country – somewhere along the way, Freddy discovered Ella Langley, and just like that, he became a certified "Ella Fella." He's been posting about her music nonstop, which got so much attention that people jokingly started calling him an industry plant. Well, Ella's team saw the posts, and now Freddy is headed to her sold-out show in Oklahoma City on June 18 with a meet-and-greet. He posted on X, "We're going to an Ella Langley concert on the 18th and we're even going to meet her!" Came for the World Cup, stayed for country music. That might be the most American story of the summer.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

You know Dan + Shay from "Tequila" and and their latest single "Say So," but Friday night, the three-time Grammy-winning duo added a whole new line to their résumé: World Cup anthem singers. Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney took the field at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles to perform "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the U.S. Men's National Team's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay. In front of 70,000 fans and millions watching around the world, they delivered a stripped-down, harmony-driven rendition that went viral, almost instantly racking up over 700,000 views in just three hours. Fans are calling it one of the best national anthem performances in recent memory, with fans saying, "Casting my vote for Dan + Shay to sing the Star-Spangled Banner at every sporting event from this moment forward." Oh, and the U.S. went on to win 4-1. Not a bad night for country music on the world stage. And Denver, you'll get your chance to see them live, Dan + Shay bring The Young Tour to Ball Arena on October 29 with Tyler Hubbard and Josh Ross.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Here's one that'll hit you right in the heart. Lainey Wilson has spent her whole career saying Tim McGraw is the reason she wanted to make country music – the two even grew up just down the road from each other in Franklin Parish, Louisiana, a few decades apart. But incredibly, the two had never actually met. That changed this past weekend at CMA Fest when McGraw invited Wilson to join him for a surprise duet of "I Like It, I Love It" at Nissan Stadium. But it's what happened backstage that has the internet in its feelings. Years ago, a young Lainey wrote Tim a letter that he never received. When McGraw found out about it last year, he did something nobody expected he wrote her back. Backstage before the show, Tim handed Lainey a stuffed envelope and told her quote, "I wrote it as though I had gotten the letter, this is what I would've said." Lainey fought back tears, and honestly, good luck not doing the same when you watch the video.   On a lighter note, if you're looking for your summer soundtrack, LOCASH and Parmalee just delivered. The two acts teamed up on "Let the Country Music Play," a country reimagining of Rupert Holmes' classic "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" that swaps the beach bar for a boat on the lake and name-drops everyone from Shenandoah to Merle Haggard to Alan Jackson. It's fun, it's nostalgic and it's out now on all platforms.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

First, some tough news. Justin Moore announced this week that he's stepping away from touring to focus on his health. The "This Is My Dirt" singer shared the news on Instagram, saying "This is the right decision for me and my family, and I appreciate everyone's understanding and support." Moore, who has 11 No. 1 hits to his name, has already canceled two shows in Dewey Beach, Delaware and his participation on Riley Green's Cowboy as It Gets Tour – which kicks off June 18 – is now uncertain. While Moore didn't get into specifics, he says he hopes to be back on stage later this summer.   Now, for a moment that'll give you chills. On Sunday, the 35th anniversary of his own Grand Ole Opry induction, Alan Jackson called his great niece, rising country artist Carlisle Wright, to deliver the news every Nashville dreamer waits for. Jackson, whom Wright affectionately calls "Uncle Hat," invited her to make her Grand Ole Opry debut on June 28. Wright broke down in tears and said, "Words can't describe how special it was to have my Uncle Hat invite me to make my Opry debut." She made her CMA Fest debut last week and will open for Jackson at his sold out Last Call: One More for the Road farewell concert at Nissan Stadium on June 27.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

CMA Fest rolled into Music City once again, and between pop-up shows, surprise guests and a reunion four years in the making, country fans got one for the books. Thursday night at Nissan Stadium set the tone early when Jelly Roll made an unannounced appearance breaking his own promise not to perform in the current stadium until the new one opens next door. The Nashville native clearly couldn't resist, delivering a fiery set to 60,000 screaming fans. But the biggest moment of the entire weekend came later that night when legendary boxing announcer Michael Buffer took the mic and introduced Florida Georgia Line. Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard appeared on opposite sides of the stadium, singing "Round Here" as they made their way through the crowd before meeting on stage and sharing a long embrace. Tyler then grabbed the mic and said quote, "God is good. Life is short. And most importantly we back, baby." The surprises kept rolling from there  Ella Langley joined Gretchen Wilson for a rowdy "Here for the Party," Shaboozey brought out his good buddy and KYGO Birthday Bash artist Kevin Powers for a performance of "Move On," Russell Dickerson pulled off one of the wildest crossover moments in CMA Fest history by bringing Fetty Wap to the Nissan Stadium stage, and Dan + Shay debuted an unreleased track called "She Believes in Me" at Brandon Lake's Cowboy Church. Four days, a hundred surprises and one massive reunion — that was CMA Fest 2026.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Two massive headlines out of Nashville today. First, Garth Brooks is reportedly considering selling his entire music catalog, and the price tag is staggering. The "Friends in Low Places" singer is seeking roughly two billion dollars for the rights to both his songwriting and recorded music. That would make it one of the largest catalog sales for a single artist in history. Brooks has sold a record 200 million albums in the U.S. – more than The Beatles, more than Elvis – and has kept a tight grip on his music for decades, famously only streaming through Amazon Music.   And then there's Luke Bryan, who's dealing with a very 2026 problem. His new single "Fish Hunt Golf Drink" drew immediate accusations on social media that it was written by AI. Fans pointed to the chorus "Wake up, coffee/camo, climb tree" and said there's no way a human wrote that. While golfing at the Memorial Pro-Am this week, Bryan fired back, calling the accusers "trolls" and saying, "That song was designed for one thing: to have fun and tell the world what I love to do." The song's cowriters, Chase McGill and Matt Dragstrem, also set the record straight with Rolling Stone, saying it was entirely human created. "It's not rocket science, but it's true to who Luke is."   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Jordan Davis is celebrating his 10th #1 songs, but admits he whiffed on two huge hits. Jordan Davis just parked "Turn This Truck Around" at No. 1 on country radio, his tenth chart topper and further proof the Louisiana native is one of the best hitmakers in Nashville. But this week, Davis was refreshingly honest about the ones that got away. On a recent podcast, Davis admitted he's not always the quickest to recognize a smash, and he's got the receipts to prove it. After his single "Next Thing You Know" was climbing the charts, his brother Jacob – a hit Nashville songwriter – sent him a song he'd written called "Backseat Driver." Jordan told his brother it sounded too close to what he already had out. Jacob's response? He told Jordan he might be an idiot. "Backseat Driver" went on to become a massive hit for Kane Brown. And it doesn't stop there. Davis also revealed he was sent "Where the Wild Things Are" early in the process by a songwriter buddy and passed on that one too a song that, of course, landed with Luke Combs and became one of the biggest records of the year. No hard feelings, though. Davis says it ended up in the right hands and calls it one of his favorite Combs songs to date. Ten No. 1s and a couple of honest Ls, and a brother who's never going to let him forget it.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

It’s CMA Fest week in Nashville, and there's already a major buzz building on Broadway. Yesterday, a billboard appeared on the iconic Nashville sign featuring an orange emoji, a peach emoji, the Spotify logo and a house emoji. Fans were quick to crack the code Florida, Georgia, Spotify House pointing to a surprise appearance at Spotify House at Blake Shelton's Ole Red by none other than Florida Georgia Line. It's only been a few months since Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard took the stage together at Country Radio Seminar to honor their longtime friend Jason Aldean with a performance of "You Make It Easy," marking the first time the duo had shared a stage since their split in 2022. Rumors of a reconciliation have been swirling ever since. The two have reportedly mended fences, even vacationing together with their families. And, just a few weeks ago at the ACM Awards, Hubbard told "Entertainment Tonight" that the pair have been "toying around and flirting with the idea of playing a handful of shows together." Could this surprise CMA Fest appearance be the true start of the FGL reunion fans have been begging for?   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

Morgan Wallen brought his Still the Problem Tour to Empower Field at Mile High this weekend for a sold out two-night stand — and the "Chasin' You" singer delivered far more than just music. Friday night's show kicked off with Wallen's signature walkout, and flanking him was none other than Broncos legend, two-time Super Bowl-winning, Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway. The stadium erupted as the two made their way to the stage before Wallen launched into over two hours of hits. Although forecasted severe weather stayed away, the night didn't go off without a hitch. During the encore performance of "Sand in My Boots," technical difficulties left Wallen unable to hear his piano through his in-ear monitors. Rather than stop the show, the East Tennessee native finished the ballad a cappella while pacing the stage as the crowd sang along. Then, in a moment that has since gone viral, Wallen took out his frustration by flipping the piano over on stage.   I'm Brailey, and that's your Music City Minute.

You would think the biggest news in country music would be that of the 61st annual ACM Awards in Las Vegas. However, Lainey Wilson and Devlin "Duck” Hodges appeared from left field and became the front page headline. As it turns out, on March 10, the cowboy and the hippie became man and wife. Surrounded by family and friends, including Ella Langley, Ian and Caroline Munsick, Jelly Roll, Luke and Caroline Bryan, Miranda Lambert and Wynonna Judd, the loved-up couple exchanged vows at Ruskin Cave in Dickson, Tennessee. The "Watermelon Moonshine" singer wore an Oscar de la Renta dress adorned with cherry blossoms, bugle beads and crystals along with platform heels (that she traded in for a pair of bedazzled boots), while the former NFL star sported a handsome green suit, bolo tie, hat and boots. At the end of the night, the "Heart Like a Truck" singer and her husband gleefully waved goodbye to their guests while driving away in a white pickup truck. Congratulations to the happy couple!   I’m Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.