Nashville notes: Blake Shelton's music catalog, Darius Rucker tributes R.E.M. & more

Influence Media Partners has acquired Blake Shelton‘s music catalog from 2001 to 2019, including the 27 #1 hits he recorded during that time, such as his debut #1 hit, “Austin,” “Boys ‘Round Here” and “God’s Country.” Darius Rucker is performing as
Carrie Underwood recalls first time meeting Loretta Lynn in tribute post: “She is irreplaceable”

ABC/Connie Chornuk Carrie Underwood is paying her respects to Loretta Lynn. In an Instagram post, Carrie recalls meeting Loretta backstage at the Grand Ole Opry early on in her career — specifically how Loretta lightly spanked her as she walked by.
“Love you Loretta”: Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton & more of Loretta Lynn's contemporaries share tributes

ABC/Heidi Gutman Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire and many of Loretta Lynn‘s peers are sharing their admiration for her following her death. Among those is Loretta’s sister Crystal Gayle, who wrote on Instagram, “the world lost a legend. We lost a sister. Love you
“I Should Have Married You”: Old Dominions tease new song

ABC/Connie Chornuk Old Dominion has a new song in the works and is asking fans for their opinions. On Monday, the band shared a clip on Instagram of a new song they’ve written and recorded called “I Should
Miranda Lambert reflects on Loretta Lynn's impact on women in country music

Getty Miranda Lambert is remembering Loretta Lynn‘s kindness and reflecting on the impact she had on country music. After news broke that Loretta died at her Tennessee home at the age of 90, Miranda turned to social media to share her
Carrie Underwood says Denim & Rhinestones Tour is going to be “a lot of fun”

Capitol Records Nashville Carrie Underwood is guaranteeing fans a good time on her upcoming Denim & Rhinestones Tour. The tour is in support of her new album, Denim & Rhinestones, which hit #2 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and #10 on the
“Rest now you angel”: Darius Rucker reflects on his friend Loretta Lynn

ABC/Connie Chornuk Darius Rucker is sharing kind words about his friend Loretta Lynn in the wake of her passing. Darius was one of the many artists who paid tribute to Loretta’s storied catalog in 2019 during her 87th birthday celebration at Bridgestone
Carly Pearce tributes Loretta Lynn: “One of the greatest there ever will be”

ABC/Connie Chornuk Carly Pearce is reflecting on the impact of Loretta Lynn. Following Lynn’s passing on October 4 at the age of 90, Carly took to Instagram to honor the legacy of “one of the greatest.” Carly included a musical tribute
Country music icon Loretta Lynn has died at age 90

Russ Harrington Loretta Lynn, who overcame meager beginnings to transform her country career into international fame and fortune, passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday at her ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee, according to her publicist. She
Russell Dickerson says his self-titled album is “a soundtrack for whatever you're feeling”

Triple Tigers Records Russell Dickerson says his upcoming album is a “soundtrack” to his life that he hopes fans apply to their own stories. Following the release of 2020’s Southern Symphony, Russell is gearing up to share his third studio