Ella Langley reminded fans this weekend that strength sometimes means stepping back. After canceling the remainder of her August shows to prioritize her health, the “You Look Like You Love Me” singer made an emotional return to the stage, showing resilience and gratitude in equal measure. Earlier this summer, Langley shared that she needed time … Read more
It’s been a headline-making week for both Eric Church and Ella Langley — and their surprise onstage pairing only added fuel to the excitement. Langley continues a breakout run powered by her hit Choosin’ Texas, which rocketed her into rare chart territory and cemented her as one of country music’s fastest-rising voices. At the same … Read more
After the breakout success of her debut album Hungover, Ella Langley is stepping confidently into her next chapter. The rising country star revealed that her sophomore studio album, Dandelion, is set to arrive on April 10. The 18-track project is co-produced by fellow country powerhouse Miranda Lambert, signaling an ambitious evolution in Langley’s sound. Langley … Read more
In the misty valleys of the Smoky Mountains, a different kind of spotlight shines on Dolly Parton. Known worldwide for glittering performances and larger-than-life charisma, she made headlines in 2022 not for a song, but for reshaping what opportunity could look like for thousands of workers. With one announcement, she removed a major barrier to … Read more
Long before the rhinestones, sold-out arenas, and worldwide recognition, Dolly Parton’s story began in a tiny one-room cabin tucked into the hills of rural Tennessee. She was one of 12 children in a family where money was scarce and necessities were stretched thin. There was no running water, so bathing meant trips to a nearby … Read more
NASHVILLE — For decades, Dolly Parton’s rhinestone-bright image has drawn both admiration and criticism. Commentators have often fixated on her cosmetic choices and flamboyant style, sometimes overlooking that her look has always been a deliberate part of the persona she built — playful, self-aware, and unmistakably hers. A recent quip from a podcast reignited that … Read more
In a year already packed with headline moments, it was a stripped-down acoustic surprise that stopped thousands of fans cold. On February 6, 2026, during the opening night of her Whirlwind World Tour in Auckland, Lainey Wilson stepped into a single spotlight and unveiled a previously unheard track titled “Can’t Sit Still.” No pyrotechnics. No arena theatrics. … Read more
NASHVILLE — If the rumor mill thought it could quietly script the final chapter of Dolly Parton, it underestimated one simple truth: Dolly always gets the last word. After weeks of online chatter hinting at secret hospital visits and alarming health scares, the 80-year-old icon answered in the most Dolly way possible. Smiling into the … Read more
While most country veterans spend the summer plotting festival runs and fairground stops, Dolly Parton once again chose the unexpected lane. Rather than following the usual country rollout playbook, she targeted Valentine’s Day for her first major pop collaboration in years — a duet with Sabrina Carpenter featured on the deluxe edition of Short n’ … Read more
Nashville has weathered chart wars, crossover gambles, and viral lightning strikes. But what unfolded on February 9, 2026 left even longtime Music Row insiders doing a double take. Ella Langley didn’t simply land a hit — she shattered a long-standing barrier. Her unapologetic anthem Choosin’ Texas surged to No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Hot … Read more