Posts By Shawn St. Jean

New releases from The Cadillac Three, Sara Evans, Maren Morris, Abi and more top this week’s list of new music. Check out the full list below along with all of …
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Check out our exclusive pics from Emily Hackett’s performance at NYC’s Rockwood Music Hall:

Emily Hackett at Rockwood Music Hall – March 18, 2019

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There’s no question that Luke Combs is one of the most dominant forces in country music right now. Just look at some of his accomplishments over the past year. He …
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Check out our exclusive pics from the Texas Independence Day concert at NYC’s Terminal 5:

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“We’re tryin’ to make music for the person that’s lookin’ for their favorite fuckin’ band ever,” said The Cadillac Three’s Jaren Johnston at New York’s Irving Plaza. “I feel like …
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Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard were at the iHeartRadio Theater in New York City Friday night for an intimate show celebrating the release of their fourth studio …
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Not even below zero temps from the polar vortex could keep fans from selling out Bowery Ballroom to see Devin Dawson on his first ever headlining tour. The Stray Off …
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Ryan Hurd kicked off 2019 in a big way with four sold-out headlining shows. His club tour kicked off at The Troubadour in Los Angeles on January 17th followed by …
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On January 17th Kacey Musgraves kicked off her run of three sold out New York area shows, with the first at Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre followed by two nights at …
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“It Feels Like Home”

Growing up in a small town in Texas, Abi was very aware that music was going to have a big presence in her life. “Country …
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There’s never of a shortage of country music concerts in New York City. We featured over 300 shows on our Tri-State Area concert calendar this year! That got us thinking: …
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Two days after the release of his highly-anticipated sophomore album, Ticket To L.A., Brett Young brought his headlining CMT on Tour: Here Tonight to New York’s PlayStation Theater.

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It was a damn good week for Ashley McBryde. On Wednesday a near sell-out crowd greeted her at Gramercy Theatre for the New York City stop on her current …
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A few days before Christmas in 2013, Dylan Schneider’s parents gave him an early gift – a new guitar. Brett Eldredge was going to be in his hometown of …
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In a press release today, Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc. announced that it has temporarily suspended operations at its Opry City Stage location at 1604 Broadway in New York City. Colin …
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Fresh off a trip to Colorado for his inaugural Seven Peaks Music Festival, Dierks Bentley stopped in New York City for one of the biggest shows of his career: headlining …
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Hundreds of thousands of people descended on Rhinebeck, NY this past week for the 173rd Dutchess County Fair. Its an event that’s become an annual tradition for our family. What’s …
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When you happen to be in DC at the same time Luke’s performing there, you go see Luke. 

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With his latest single, Stay, Ryan Kinder has delivered one of the most powerful songs of the year. Originally written for a friend’s wedding by Kinder, Luke Sheets and Fred …
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East Rutherford, N.J. — After an evacuation and 45-minute storm delay, Kenny Chesney hit the stage at MetLife Stadium at 10:12 pm determined to make up for lost time. As …
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Two of the biggest names in country music teamed up Saturday night as three-time GRAMMY award-winner Darius Rucker and seven-time GRAMMY award-winning trio Lady Antebellum brought their co-headlining Summer Plays …
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Country music superstars Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town have joined forces to create the must-see-tour of the summer. Not only are fans treated to headlining sets from each, but …
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It had been nearly two years since Carrie Underwood last performed in New York City when she sold out Madison Square Garden on The Storyteller Tour. On July 4th the …
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It had been almost a year to the day since Sam Hunt last performed at Hartford’s Xfinity Theatre. On June 24th, 2017, Hunt brought Maren Morris, Chris Janson and Ryan …
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Dan + Shay made a stop at New York’s iHeart Radio Theater for a special album release show hosted by CMT’s Cody Alan. The duo performed an eleven song set …
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On June 13th Dierks Bentley was in New York City to celebrate the release of his ninth studio album, The Mountain. The event was an intimate experience hosted by Pandora and took …
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Hartford fans were hoping for better weather for this year’s Rascal Flatts show, after last year’s was cut short due to severe thunderstorms. Thankfully we got a perfect summer evening …
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Our family always looks forward to hitting a couple of the local county fairs every summer. What’s not to love? Games, rides, dock diving dogs, racing pigs, and fried Oreos! …
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If you grew up in the eighties or are just a fan of movies like The Breakfast Club and Sixteen Candles, you’ve got to check out the latest video from …
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Country’s reigning crooner Brett Eldredge has opened for some of the biggest names in the genre, including recent tours with Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan and Keith Urban. Over his career …
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Some of today’s top country stars will be performing live in New York City’s Rockefeller Center this summer. The 2018 TODAY Show Citi Concert Series lineup was announced this morning, and …
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It wasn’t that long ago that American Idol Top 7 finalist Caleb Lee Hutchinson was playing small gigs around his hometown of Dallas, Georgia. “I’ve been playing for years, even …
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Gabby Barrett’s journey has taken her from her hometown of Munhall, Pennsylvania to the Top 7 of American Idol. And this 18-year old powerhouse vocalist is just getting started.

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Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Ashley Monroe celebrated the release of her fourth album, Sparrow, with a special album release show at Brooklyn’s Rough Trade on April 24th.

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Check out our exclusive pics from Kalie’s recent performance at Stamford’s Palace Theatre:

Kalie Shorr

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Caitlyn Smith’s Starfire Tour stopped at New York’s Mercury Lounge Friday night. The tour is named after Caitlyn’s debut album which she released in January.

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At its essence, country music is all about telling stories. And Kelsea Ballerini, the twenty-four year old Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, is a master at pouring her emotions and experiences into stories …
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On April 7th Sunny Sweeney was back in New York City for a performance at Hill Country BBQ. The Texas-native, who once called New York home, treated the capacity crowd …
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Check out our exclusive pics from Jacob’s recent performance at the Palace Theatre in Stamford Connecticut:

Jacob Davis at the Palace Theatre – March 29, 2018

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Steevie Steeves and Jon Decious of the Nashville-based duo Towne were in New York recently to perform at Rockwood Music Hall. It had been about a year since we last …
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Blending and blurring the defined lines of pop, rock and country, Kalie Shorr is carving her own path as an independent artist. Her music, which has been described as ‘punk …
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Despite a fierce nor’easter that pummeled the east coast, knocking out power and bringing most forms of travel to a halt, the die hard country music fans in New York …
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Following their year-long residency at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, Grammy-award winning vocal group Little Big Town recently kicked off their 2018 nationwide tour. Named after their latest critically acclaimed album, The …
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The 4th annual CMT Next Women of Country Tour made its first stop at the B.B. King Blues Club in New York City on February 12th.  This year’s headliner is …
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It’s been a busy start to the new year for Smithfield. The duo, comprised of Texas natives Jennifer Fielder and Trey Smith, are currently on tour opening for Granger Smith, …
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Lauren Davidson brought tons of energy to the The Palace Theatre in Stamford, CT on February 2, 2018, as she kicked off the inaugural performance of the Palace’s Music City …
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The Yee Yee Nation was out in full force in New York City as Granger Smith came to town to kick off his 2018 Don’t Tread On Me Tour at …
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On Veterans Day we honor the brave men and women who have served our country in the military. This year, we had the privilege to celebrate not only those who …
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Singer, songwriter and guitarist Christian Lopez released his sophomore album, Red Arrow, in late September. It had been two years since his debut LP, the Dave Cobb-produced Onward. During that …
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Five-time Grammy nominee, CMA Award Winner for New Artist of the Year in 2012 and the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Male Country Artist in 2015, Hunter Hayes is bringing …
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Shania Twain has released her first new studio album in fifteen years, Now, featuring the single Life’s About To Get Good.

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Midland released their debut album, On The Rocks today, featuring the #1 hit single Drinkin’ Problem.

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Jillian Jacqueline released her debut EP, Side A today.

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Sunny Sweeney has been logging some serious miles with her band. On September 17th the road warrior was back in NYC – her third trip to the city in the …
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David Fanning is carving his own path with a unique style of country music. “We’re callin’ it ECM: Electronic Country Music,” he said with a laugh as we sat …
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Who better to throw an end of summer music festival at Jones Beach than American icon Willie Nelson. In addition to Willie, the line-up featured The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crow, …
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Kip Moore released his highly anticipated third album, Slowheart today featuring the hit single, More Girls Like You. Moore co-wrote 11 out of 13 tracks, and was the sole producer …
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Dustin Lynch, Brothers Osborne and Lauren Alaina were live in NYC’s Times Square to announce the nominees for the 51st Annual CMA Awards on ABC’s Good Morning America. Miranda Lambert …
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Reigning CMA and ACM Vocal Duo of the Year Brothers Osborne were in Rhinebeck NY for the 172nd Dutchess County Fair on August 23, 2017. Brothers John (guitar) and TJ …
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Lilly Hiatt released her third LP, Trinity Lane today. In a press released announcing the album Hiatt said, “There is a lot of hope in the album. There is a …
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Fresh off their debut performance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, country rockers Blackberry Smoke made their way to Connecticut to headline the 43rd annual Milford Oyster Festival.

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Brandy Clark has released her iconic Hotel Café performance with her first ever live album, Live From Los Angeles.

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Following lengthy solo careers, sisters Shelby Lynne and Allison Moorer released their first duet project today, Not Dark Yet.

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It was just another American Saturday, err…Sunday night with Brad Paisley. The three-time Grammy award winner brought his Weekend Warrior World Tour to Hartford’s Xfinity Theatre on August 6th in …
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Lindsay Ell released her debut album, The Project, which was produced by Kristian Bush and features her current single, Waiting On You.

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Will Hoge released his latest album today: Anchors. In a press release discussing the new album Hoge said, “I was so excited when it was time to record this album because …
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Brett Eldredge released his self titled album today featuring the hit single Somethin’ I’m Good At.

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Lady Antebellum is back and better than ever. The seven-time Grammy award winning trio brought their You Look Good World Tour to Hartford’s Xfinity Theatre on July 22nd. The tour, …
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Margo Price released a surprise EP, Weakness, featuring four new tracks including fan favorite Paper Cowboy. The EP was recorded at Sam Phillips Recording in Memphis and was produced by Grammy-winner …
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Lucas Hoge is getting ready to release his new album, Dirty South, on July 28th and we have the exclusive premiere of one of the most powerful tracks on the …
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Sara Evans released her latest album, Words – her first since launching her own label, Born To Fly Records. Fourteen female songwriters, including Ashley Monroe, Caitlyn Smith, Hillary Lindsey, Hillary Scott, …
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Our family always looks forward to hitting a couple of the local county fairs every summer. What’s not to love? Games, rides, dock diving dogs, racing pigs, and fried Oreos! …
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Taking a line from his latest mega-hit single Body Like A Back Road, Sam Hunt brought his 15 in a 30 Tour to the Xfinity Theatre on June 24, 2017. Hartford …
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Last month California native Kylie Hughes released a 12 track self-titled album – her first full length record. “It feels like victory,” she told us. The album took her over two …
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Reviver Records recording artist Michael Tyler continues to light up the country music scene. CMT recently announced that the 23 year old from Thayer, MO would be featured as part …
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Rachel Beauregard and Bryan Dawley of Native Run were at The Acoustic in Bridgeport, Connecticut on June 16th as part of the 7th Annual Stephen Kellogg Family BBQ.

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Jason Isbell released his sixth album, The Nashville Sound. 

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At the age of eleven, Brian Falduto was cast alongside Jack Black in the movie School of Rock where he delivered the infamous line: “You’re tacky and I hate you!” …
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When Dierks Bentley stepped out on to the stage at the Xfinity Theatre, he was greeted by his biggest Hartford crowd to date. The sky high level of energy he …
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In the past year, Steve Moakler has been named to dozens of ‘Ones to Watch’ lists, made his Grand Ole Opry debut, released his fourth studio album, Steel Town, and …
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Platinum-selling, Grammy, ACM and CMA nominated artist Billy Currington brought his 2017 Stay Up ‘Til the Sun Tour to NYC’s PlayStation Theater.

Currington released his sixth studio album, Summer Forever, on …
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Maggie Rose has released her new EP, Dreams > Dollars, featuring the hot single, Body on Fire.  “This project was simply the most natural, relevant next step for me. I’m so …
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There’s a reason why Luke Bryan’s been the recipient of multiple Entertainer of the Year Awards: it’s because he throws the biggest and best damn party every time he steps on …
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Multi-award-winning songwriter Liz Rose has released her first solo album, Swimming Alone. Rose has penned numerous songs with Taylor Swift, including the #1 hit You Belong with Me and GRAMMY Award …
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Good Morning America announced its 2017 Summer Concert Series lineup today and as always, country is well represented. Making their way to the Summer Stage in New York City’s Central Park …
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Some of today’s top country stars will be performing live in New York City’s Rockefeller Center this summer. The 2017 TODAY Show Citi Concert Series lineup was just announced, and …
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Scotty McCreery’s new single Five More Minutes is out, and it’s sure to be his best yet. McCreery first premiered the song at the Grand Ole Opry last year, and ever since it’s …
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Following on the success of his debut album Traveller, Chris Stapleton’s sophomore release, From A Room: Volume 1, is out today.

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John Moreland has released his latest album, Big Bad Luv.

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Eric Church, the reigning CMA album of the year award winner, was in Connecticut on Thursday for the first night of back to back shows at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Named after …
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Willie Nelson released his latest album, God’s Problem Child.

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At the end of John Green’s novel Looking For Alaska he wrote, “Thomas Edison’s last words were ‘It’s very beautiful over there’. I don’t know where there is, but I …
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Charlie Worsham released his latest album, Beginning of Things.

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Angaleena Presley released her latest album, Wrangled.

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Olivia Lane has been publishing some really fun vlogs on her Youtube channel recently. Last week she gave fans a behind the scenes look into her trip to the ACMs in …
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Lillie Mae released her latest album, Forever And Then Some.

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Sam Outlaw released his sophomore album, Tenderheart.

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After having opened for artists such as Willie Nelson, Eric Church and Zac Brown, Drake White and his band The Big Fire recently kicked off their first headlining tour. “I …
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Nearing the end of her Love Unleashed tour, Martina McBride made a stop in the heart of Times Square at the Playstation Theater. For this leg of her tour, McBride …
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With her recently released album Dream Country, Sarah Darling sought to create something that made her feel fulfilled; something that was a true reflection of her inner self. Having parted ways …
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