Carena Liptak

Carena Liptak is a writer and editor based in New York. She is a fan of strong coffee, big dogs and great country music.

The festival will not go on in 2026, but it is scheduled to return in 2027.

The duo faced label challenges and awards show snubs, but that's not even the worst part.

After a decade and a half of musical partnership, Maddie & Tae are going their separate ways.

'I could have been a bit more gentle,' Ballerini admits.

'If anyone yells anything disrespectful to anyone during this song again, it will no longer be on the setlist,' Ballerini says.

'Let's all stand with him and rally,' Malo's wife urged fans.

Trump hailed George Strait as a country music legend -- and complimented his hair -- during a ceremony in the Oval Office on Saturday (Dec. 6.)

The reason is completely obvious.

Smith says he'll return to music soon — but not before God says it's time.

Moroney has announced 43 dates on her international 2026 tour.