January 18, 2021 • No Comments • Country Music News

Disney Channel/Image Group LACarrie Underwood is set to perform as part of gospel singer CeCe Winans‘ upcoming livestream concert. 

The powerhouse country star is uniting with the multi-Grammy Award winning gospel singer, Tauren Wells and CeCe’s brother Marvin Winans for “An Evening of Thanksgiving with CeCe Winans.” 

“There is so much going on in the world, and we could all use a night to forget about all of the chaos,” CeCe says about the faith-based event that will feature performances of worship songs, in addition to surprise guests. CeCe refers to the event as a celebration of the “season of gratitude.”

Fans can purchase tickets for the livestream now. It airs on February 21 at 8 p.m. ET on Compassion Live. 

“I’m so excited to be a part of this livestream concert with Gospel music LEGEND @CeCeWinans,” Carrie writes on Twitter.  

Carrie will also step into gospel territory with her upcoming album My Savior that sees her covering hymns that she grew up singing. The album is set for release around Easter.  

I’m so excited to be a part of this livestream concert with Gospel music LEGEND @CeCeWinans on Sunday, February 21 at 7pm CT! #AnEveningOfThanksgiving https://t.co/GOR6xJgbF2

— Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) January 15, 2021

By Cillea Houghton 
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January 18, 2021 • No Comments • Country Music News

Warner Music NashvilleDan + Shay are so excited that they may not be going to sleep anytime soon: Their latest single “I Should Probably Go To Bed” claims the #1 spot on the country charts this week.

This makes for the duo’s fifth consecutive #1 hit and eighth overall, following in the footsteps of “Tequila,” “Speechless,” “All to Myself” and “10,000 Hours” featuring Justin Bieber. 

“We’re honestly so happy about this we could cry. We poured our hearts and souls into making this song at home during quarantine, and to see country radio + our fans embrace it has truly meant the world,” the twosome rave on Twitter.

“Huge thanks to everyone who made ISPGTB the #1 song this week!,” they add.

The track was co-written by the duo and pop songwriters Jason Evigan and Sean Douglas and was produced solely by Dan. It also reached #1 on the Billboard Country Digital Songs Sales chart following its July 2020 release.  

Additionally, the duo is nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance at the Grammy Awards for “10,000 Hours.” 

By Cillea Houghton 
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January 18, 2021 • No Comments • Country Music News

ABC/Gavin BondLuke Bryan has already found a stellar voice on the upcoming season of American Idol. 

In a series of trailers for the reality competition show’s fourth season — now available on People.com — Luke can be seen dancing along to an audition and excitedly clapping in approval at the end of another;  He and fellow judges Katy Perry and Lionel Richie are also seen cheering in unison, “You’re going to Hollywood!” to multiple contestants. 

“You have my favorite voice in the competition,” the country star tells one of the aspiring singers. 

Additionally, the three judges recite famous music-themed quotes from icons like Stevie Wonder and Kenny Rogers: Luke quotes words of wisdom from Johnny Cash. 

“You can choose love or hate, I choose love,” Luke says. 

This marks Luke’s third year as a judge on the revival of the popular show. The new season of American Idol premieres on February 14 on ABC. 

By Cillea Houghton 
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January 18, 2021 • No Comments • Country Music News

J. Kempin/FilmMagicGarth Brooks is performing at the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. 

Garth announced Monday that he will be singing on-site at the swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. alongside previously announced artists including Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez. 

Garth calls the opportunity a “chance to serve” and “not a political statement, a statement of unity.” 

The country superstar also performed at President Barack Obama‘s inauguration in 2008, where Biden was sworn in as vice president.

Garth didn’t share what he’ll sing but did say that it likely won’t be “We Shall Be Free,” because that’s what he sang at Obama’s inauguration. 

The inauguration ceremony takes place at noon ET on Wednesday, two weeks after rioters stormed the Capitol building on January 6, resulting in five deaths and extensive damage.

By Stephen Hubbard & Cillea Houghton 
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January 18, 2021 • No Comments • Country Music News

Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for Americana MusicLoretta Lynn has received the COVID-19 vaccine. 

The 88-year-old music icon revealed on Instagram over the weekend that she and her daughter, Peggy Jean, were administered the vaccine at a local health facility in Tennessee. 

“Well, I bundled up and Peggy Jean and I rolled out of Hurricane Mills so I could get this vaccine. I’m sure glad to get it and am sure ready to put Covid in the rear view mirror!And I enjoyed the mom daughter time, too!” Loretta wrote alongside a set of photos where she’s all smiles in her winter wear, along with a close-up of her “I Got My COVID-19 Vaccine!” sticker. 

Loretta isn’t the only country legend who’s been vaccinated. Family Hospital Systems shared a photolast week of Willie Nelson getting his shot.   

On the music front, the “Coal Miner’s Daughter” singer is releasing her new album, Still Woman Enough, on March 19, featuring collaborations with Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire and more. 

By Cillea Houghton 
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