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We previously told you about a huge Alan Jackson fan whose dying wish was to have her ashes spread at Jackson's Nashville area home. As we reported, her daughter, named Sue Castle, recently flew to Nashville from her home in Maine to accomplish that goal for her mother. While she didn't get to Jackson's home, the singer's team welcomed Castle to Jackson's downtown Nashville venue, AJ's Good Time Bar, and allowed her to put up a display she'd made highlighting her mother, Mary Ann "Marie" Gallant's, love of Jackson and his music to be showcased in the bar. Castle was also granted free food and drinks for life at the bar, per Jackson.

Castle told The Sun Journal that the trip "helped my heart."

Tyler Hubbard has released the video for the song "I'm The Only One," one of the six tracks included on his Dancin' In The Country project. The song was co-written by Tyler and will be included on his upcoming debut solo album, due out on January 27th.

He said, "This song is pure joy. ‘I'm The Only One' is a song that feels classic and timeless – it's for anyone who has love in their life, who's found their partner. I feel so blessed to have my wife Hayley and think of her every time I sing this song. The music video was a blast to make. Just like the previous videos we've released, we really wanted to think outside the box and create a scene and a setting that was a little unique and unexpected. So, we did this one in a classic Nashville suit shop. The shop closes, and it's party-time for me. I'm seen having a good time, trying on suits and making this shop my own. It's just such a fun video."

Tyler sits at Number Three this week on the Mediabase country chart with his debut solo single, "5 Foot 9."

He will make his Grand Ole Opry debut as a solo artist on Friday, November 11th. Tickets are available at Opry.com.

Tanya Tucker has released a new single called "Ready As I'll Never Be." She co-wrote the song with Brandi Carlile, and it's the end-title of the new documentary called The Return of Tanya Tucker - Featuring Brandi Carlile, which opened on Friday (October 21st) in New York and Los Angeles. The documentary opens nationwide on November 4th.

A public memorial celebrating the life of Loretta Lynn will be held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville on Sunday, October 30th. The event, called Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn, will be televised and air live and commercial-free on CMT beginning at 7 p.m. ET.

The service will be hosted by NBC's Today Show co-host and longtime family friend Jenna Bush Hager and will include performances from Brandi Carlile, Crystal Gayle, Darius Rucker, Emmy Russell & Lukas Nelson, George Strait, The Highwomen with Brittney Spencer, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Margo Price, Tanya Tucker and Wynonna Judd.

Those scheduled to appear include Barbara Mandrell, Faith Hill, Martina McBride, Sheryl Crow and Tim McGraw. Additional guests and performers will be announced soon.

Loretta died on October 4th at the age of 90 at her home in Hurricane Mills, TN. She was buried on the property in a family cemetary.

Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn will repeat on Wednesday, November 2nd at 8 p.m. ET and Sunday, November 6th at 11 a.m. ET. The special will also be available to stream on-demand via Paramount+ early next year.

Kelsea Ballerini, Carly Pearce and Kelly Clarkson are reportedly teaming up for a performance together at next month's CMA Awards. TMZ reports the three will sing a song on Kelsea's new album, Subject To Change, called "You're Drunk, Go Home."

Kelly and Carly are featured guests on the album version, and according to the outlet, Kelly actually got drunk when they got together to record the song.

The CMA Awards will air live from Nashville on November 9th on ABC.

Gabby Barrett will soon be a mother of two, but at the same time she's keeping up a juggling act between being a wife and mother to her toddler daughter, Baylah, and keeping up with a hectic career.

Gabby tells us about how she balances it all. "Yeah, there's definitely some challenges a long the way it's not the easiest process but it's been really good just finding ways to make sure that a mother firstly, and I'm having time around that to be able to still feed the fans what they want and you know enjoy where the Lord is leading me with this career right now."

Gabby got to combine work and family time when it came to the making of her music video for her current Top 10 hit, "Pick Me Up," as it co-stars her husband and band member Cade Foehner.

Gabby and Cade will be welcoming a baby boy this time around.

Dierks Bentley has released the music video for "Gold," in which he "traces the treasures that can be found in everyday moments outlined" in the song, according to a release. "Gold" is available at all digital retailers and is a Top 25 and climbing at country radio.

Dierks said, "The treatment for this music video almost wrote itself. 'Gold' is an optimistic reality check. I think we all wrestle with trying to get through the rocky parts of life and on to the next thing, but there are lots of special moments to cherish even in the middle of the tough stuff."

The video was shot across the state of Tennessee. Diekrs is backed by his six-string touring ensemble which includes Charlie Worsham.

Songwriting organizations SESAC, BMI, and ASCAP gathered on Wednesday (October 19th) to celebrate the success of Lee Brice's latest back-to-back Number One hits, "One Of Them Girls" and "Memory I Don't Mess With." Lee co-wrote both songs.

Russell Dickerson has released a music video for the new track, "Big Wheels," which premiered yesterday (Wednesday, October 20th) exclusively on YouTube. He co-wrote the song, which is the third track to be revealed from his upcoming self-titled album, due out November 4th.

If you see Carrie Underwood perform in concert or on any award show, you can bet she's singing live! In fact, Carrie tells Rolling Stone that she has no use for any artist who doesn't do the same. She said, "I love to sing, and I've always taken pride in the work I've put in on my vocals. I do want to sound good. Growing up and going to concerts or seeing my favorite artists on TV, if they didn't sound like they were supposed to sound, it was always so deflating. I'd lose respect for them. Or when I'd go to a concert and hear them drop keys, I was like, "You can't hit the notes! Why'd you record them if you can't sing them?" That stuff is important to me."

Carrie kicked off her Denim & Rhinestones Tour last weekend with special guest Jimmie Allen. Tonight (Thursday, October 20th), she takes the stage in Lexington, KY followed by Rosemont, IL and Milwaukee, WI.

Carrie is nominated for Entertainer, Female Vocalist and Musical Event of the Year for "If I Didn't Love You" with Jason Aldean at next month's CMA Awards. The show will air live on ABC on November 9th.

Justin Moore tapped Priscilla Block to join him on his new single, "You, Me & Whiskey," and she couldn't be more thrilled. As a fan of Justin's, Priscilla tells us she loved both the song and the chance to record with him. "When I listened to it, I was like this song feels like so me. I love whiskey, so it totally made sense. And then just obviously getting that invite, it was just such an honor. It's cool, because I've always been such a big fan. So, when I heard it, it just made sense. It felt like me and just felt like so right. I was like, ‘Let's Go! When are we getting in the studio?' And it all played out perfect."

Priscilla heads back out on her Welcome To The Block Party Tour tonight (Thursday, October 20th) in Des Moines, Iowa, followed by shows in Chicago and Grand Rapids, Michigan over the weekend.

Is Billy Ray Cyrus engaged? According to reports, his recent social media post supports the theory. On Tuesday (October 18th), the 61-year-old singer and his girlfriend, Australian singer-songwriter Firerose, who is allegedly in her 20s, posted a picture of themselves embracing while Firerose shows off a large engagement ring.

The caption, however, offers no clues as it simply reads, "Happy Autumn."

Billy Ray's wife of 29 years, Tish Cyrus, filed for divorce in April citing irreconcilable differences. They share five children, including pop star Miley Cyrus.

Congratulations to Randy Houser and his wife, Tatiana, who recently welcomed their second child together. Son Harlan Banks Houser, whom they call Banks, was born on September 21st. Randy and Tatiana didn't share the news until yesterday (Wednesday, October 19th) by sharing the same post on each of their social media pages which included a couple of pictures of the baby along with the caption, "Answered prayers and hearts so full. We have spent the past 4 weeks soaking up every minute of family time with baby Banks. Thank you Lord for this sweet boy!!"

Baby Banks joins three-year-old big brother Huckleberry.

Randy also shares 10-year-old son West with his ex-wife.

Morgan Evans has officially released his new song called "Over For You" which he recently debuted live at CMC Rocks QLD Festival. Due to high demand, the studio version of this very personal single is available everywhere, including at Country radio.

Morgan said, "I recorded this vocal on the same day we wrote the song. It was a difficult time in my life and writing this helped me process a lot of what I was going through. I'd like to thank everyone that has reached out the last few weeks, both those with messages of support and those sharing their own stories."

"Over For You" seems to be in response to the recent news that he and Kelsea Ballerini are divorcing after nearly five years of marriage.

Uploads of the live performance had received hundreds of thousands of views on social media within the first few days following, prompting "Over For You – Live in Melbourne" to be recorded and released to DSPs last week.

Wynonna Judd is scheduled to appear on NBC's Today show where she will make a special announcement in addition to performing four songs on Monday (October 24th). She will be performing from the show's plaza stage for the first time during three hours of programming (8am, 9am and 10am ET) with one special appearance by Wynonna's tour mate, Martina McBride.

Shania Twain is joining the cast of ABC's Beauty and the Beast 30th Anniversary Special to play the part of Mrs. Potts. She shared the big news on social media on Monday (October 17th) writing in part, "I am unbelievably honoured... and excited... and all of the emotions(!!) . . . and of course, I would be remiss if I didn't pay tribute to the iconic Angela Lansbury, I mean she IS Mrs. Potts and the reason why this character is so beloved. To follow in the foot steps of such an icon is a huge honour and I hope to do the part justice."

Other new additions to the case include Martin Short as Lumiere, David Allen Grier as Cogsworth and Rizwan Manji as LeFou. Jon Jon Briones will appear as Maurice, Belle's father, and Leo Abuelo Perry will play Chip, Mrs. Pott's son.

ABC's Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration will be taped in front of a live audience at Disney Studios and will air on Thursday, December 15th at 8 p.m. ET.

Kane Brown, Chris Young, Elle King, Trace Adkins, Gwen Stefani, Sheryl Crow, Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel, Lil Rel Howery, Malin Akerman, Jimmie Johnson, Clint Bowyer, Jay Pharoah, and Martin Kove are among the stars set to compete on Blake Shelton and Carson Daly's new TV show, Barmageddon, set to premiere on December 5th at 9 p.m. ET on the USA Network. People.com reports the game show will take place in Blake's Ole Red restaurant and bar in Nashville.

Barmageddon is hosted by WWE Hall of Famer, Nikki Bella.

In a trailer for the show, Carson describes the "over-the-top" games the stars play as ones "that are basically in your local bar, but they're just bigger and better." In each episode, of Barmageddon, two celebrities compete against each other in five games, including air cannon cornhole and keg curling, to name a few.

Old Dominion will head out on a new tour beginning early next year called the No Bad Vibes Tour. It launches on January 19th in Evansville, IN and runs through June 30th in Lake Tahoe, NV.

The band made the announcement during Monday (October 17th) night's Whiskey Jam performance at Loser's Bar and Grill in Nashville where Old Dominion got their start. They were joined by rising country stars and Whiskey Jam favorites Shawn Austin, Greylan James, Kassi Ashton and Frank Ray, and all these acts will be joining Old Dominion in a first of its kind opportunity with Whiskey Jam to be the opening act support partner. Fans will get to see Ray, Ashton & James on all U.S. dates, and Ray, Austin along with Steven Lee Olson on all Canadian dates.

Old Dominion lead singer Matthew Ramsey said "At an Old Dominion show, I think we just want people to feel happy. They should feel like they got to forget about whatever is bothering them or whatever's weighing them down in that point in time. Just come and hangout with us, and escape for a couple hours. Then hopefully they walk out feeling a little lighter than when they walked in."

Old Dominion has been writing and recording new music which they have teased on their TikTok page. Their last album, Time, Tequila and Therapy, was released in 2021 and is currently nominated for Album of the Year at this year's CMA Awards. The winners will be announced on November 9th in Nashville.

Chris Lane and his wife, Lauren, welcomed their second child, a boy, on Sunday (October 16th). She made the announcement on Instagram yesterday (Tuesday, October 18th) by sharing a video of their oldest son, 16-month-old Dutton, meeting his newborn brother. Lauren simply captioned the video with the new baby's birthdate. The couple have not revealed his name.

People.com reports that Lauren delivered the baby via c-section because he was breach.

Chris and Lauren shared the news of their pregnancy in June.

Miranda Lambert has added a bunch of holiday items to her Wanda June Home collection, available exclusively at Walmart.com. Festive kitchen, drinkware, bakeware, decor and rugs are all part of the line to celebrate the season.

Miranda said, "We're excited to expand the line with these new items. Some of my favorite family memories growing up were centered around the holidays and everyone coming together to celebrate. I hope that these items help fans make their own holiday memories this year!"

Wanda June Home includes more than 80 items priced from $12.97-$170, with most pieces under $30.

Miranda is climbing the charts with her latest single, "Strange."

Thomas Rhett and Katy Perry released the music video for their duet "Where We Started" yesterday (Tuesday, October 18th). The song is the title track of Thomas' latest album.

Luke Bryan and Randy Travis were among those taking in Post Malone's Nashville concert at the Bridgestone Arena on Sunday (October 16th). Luke posted a couple pictures backstage with Post after the show writing, "@postmalone thanks for having me. What a show. Totally blew my mind. So fun being a fan for a night." Randy shared a video of him playing beer pong with Post and his friends with the caption, "@Post Malone is the nicest guy in the world — taught me how to play beer pong last night! And his fans and crew are incredible! So much love and positivity in the room. I enjoyed the heck out of his show!"

The Tennessean reports that Post Malone, a self-proclaimed country music fan, paid homage to Randy by playing his 1987 hit, "Forever and Ever, Amen," through the arena speakers as the fans were leaving the show.

Thomas Rhett surprised fans on Sunday (October 16th) with the announcement that the video for his collaboration with Katy Perry, called "Where We Started," will be released today (Tuesday, October 18th). The song is the title track of Thomas' latest album, which was released in April.

The idea to add Katy's voice to the song came from an executive at Thomas' record label, and he admits that while he loved the idea, he thought it was a long shot. Thomas loved working with the pop star and tells us it was all a little unbelievable when he thinks back on his teen years. "It was so surreal talking to someone who, I don't know, when I was like 16, 17 years old, Katy‘s music was everybody's anthem, everybody's jam, and everybody's got a favorite Katy Perry song. And so, when she said that she was gonna sing on the song with me, I was shocked. And it turned out so beautiful. One of the most incredible string arrangements I've heard. I remember when I got Katy‘s vocal back I was blown away. I mean, she's an incredible singer but this kind of reminded me of how amazing of a vocalist she is, and I just feel like it really came to life."

"Where We Started" starring Thomas and Katy will make its world premiere today at 10 a.m. CT on Thomas' YouTube page.

Jon Pardi and his wife, Summer, will be welcoming a baby girl early next year! Summer revealed the gender of the baby on social media yesterday (Monday, October 17th) writing, "February 2023 ... our little Pardi, party of 3."

The video post includes footage of Summer telling Jon that she's pregnant along with clips of her ultrasound and Jon wearing a suit and holding a bouquet of pink roses.

The baby will be Jon and Summer's first child.

Morgan Wallen found a most appropriate time to debut a new song, called "Tennessee Fan," and that was this weekend after his beloved Tennessee Volunteers beat the Alabama Crimson Tide for the first time in 15 years on Saturday (October 15th). Morgan shared footage from the game on social media along with the song as the soundtrack.

The song's lyrics include: "They beat us every damn year / It's been a minute since we pulled out a win / I loaded the truck down with beer / drove down to watch 'em do it again / and they did so we went to the bar right after / met a girl with a houndstooth brand of her chapter / on her shirt and it turned into talking all night / she came back with me crossed the Vols state line / guess the joke's on Alabama / 'cause they lost big this time / I've got the number one pick blonde hair, red lips brought her over to the other side / a little deep south delta Gamma / done found a Smokey Mountain man / she was raised roll tide 'til the day she died / but ever since that night she's been a Tennessee fan"

Tennessee beat Alabama 52-49.

Morgan attended the game and surprised patrons of Knoxville's Saloon 16 inside The Graduate Knoxville with a three-song set that included "The Way I Talk," "Sand In My Boots" and "Cover Me Up," Country Now reports.