CMT Music Awards Sets New April Date On CBS

As the surge of Covid infections in December and January due to the Omicron variant continues to recede, media and entertainment companies are starting to update their return-to-office plans.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorIn a major move in the publishing world, Sony Music Publishing has announced the appointment of Walter Jones as executive vice president and head of A&R, effective February 22. In the role, he will oversee the company’s U.S.

Lauren Bushnell’s son, Dutton, is only 8 months old, but the Bachelor alum already has strong opinions about him wearing a face mask at school in the future.

“Bridgerton” meets “The Bachelor” in NBC’s newest reality show dating competition, “The Courtship.”The regency-era-inspired series is dropping on NBC and its streaming service Peacock on March 6.The show takes a page out of Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice” as a modern spin on the classic game of love. It features Nicole Remy, a Seattle woman who is looking for her own Mr.

Dolly Parton delighted fans on Monday as she shared a vintage photo of herself alongside husband of 55 years, Carl Thomas Dean.MORE: Dolly Parton's astonishing childhood home - and why she made a replicaThe singer posted the loved-up photo in honour of Valentine's Day, and sweetly captioned it: "Happy Valentine's Day y'all! Remember to squeeze your loved ones a little tighter today and tell them you love 'em!"WATCH: Country superstars Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton release first track togetherThe picture, which she first shared on her website back in 2016, sees Carl giving her a kiss on the cheek whilst Dolly smiles at the camera.RELATED: Dolly Parton reveals exciting new role in Netflix series - and fans will be thrilledREAD: Dolly Parton shares extremely rare photo of her 'supportive' husband Carl DeanFans rushed to comment on the rare throwback picture, with many hailing Dolly as "the best person on the planet".Happy Valentine’s Day y’all! Remember to squeeze your loved ones a little tighter today and tell them you love ‘em! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Oxm7UcdHN9Carl could be seen kissing Dolly in the cheek in the sweet vintage picture"I've heard it said the success of a man in a marriage is how HAPPY he makes his wife. You must have ONE HECK of a Man there, Dolly! God bless you! What an awesome Lady you are!" one wrote, whilst another added: "Happy Valentine's Dolly! You, I believe, have to be the best person on this planet right now.

Snail Mail has opened up about her road to recovery following a vocal cord surgery that forced the delay of tour dates in the US, UK and Europe.Speaking to Carmel Holt on a recent episode of the Sheroes Mixtape Memoir podcast, the singer – real name Lindsey Jordan – shared that she was “silent for the entire month” following the surgery in December, an experience that she said “was really hard”.“There were a lot of situations where I found myself just totally helpless. You know, you don’t really think about how much you need your voice,” she said.

Mickey Guyton's stunning rendition of the national anthem has her fellow country music stars in awe. Guyton, donning a long-sleeved blue dress, wowed with her performance at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on Sunday.The stadium is the home of the Los Angeles Rams, who is facing off against the Cincinnati Bengals for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Guyton made history as the first Black woman to earn a Grammy nomination in a country category and first Black solo woman to host the ACM Awards.

Los Angeles native Jhené Aiko delivered an understated America the Beautiful in the pre-game. On March 6, 2020, she released her third studio album, Chilombo, which earned her three Grammy nominations, including Album of the Year.

Luke Bryan has shared a fun new video with fans calling on them to buy his tour merchandise because he's lost all his money on the blackjack tables.MORE: Luke Bryan receives outpour of love as he shares bittersweet messageThe country star kicked off his Las Vegas residency on Friday 11 February and before he hit the stage he posted the video which saw him tell fans he was "checking out the Vegas merch" before adding: "Please buy it because I've lost money on the blackjack table…"WATCH: Luke Bryan calls on fans to help him after ‘losing money’ in Las VegasFans were more than willing to help Luke out, with many calling on him to put the merchandise online for those who couldn't make it to a tour date."Please put it online for the fans who couldn’t go, we will get your money back very very soon!!!" commented one follower as others shared how much they wanted the baseball cap in particular.MORE: Luke Bryan's wife shares rare photo from Nashville farm in a place that holds emotional memoriesThe residency is running through February but just a day after its opening night Luke revealed he was "having so much fun I decided to stay! NEW Vegas dates have been added."His wife Caroline flew in from Nashville for the opening night, along with four pals and a special surprise - Fireball the monkey.

Luke Bryan has a special surprise in store for him on the opening night of his US tour  - wife Caroline has brought along a new fan.MORE: Luke Bryan receives outpour of love as he shares bittersweet message"Fireball the monkey is ready for opening night!" she captioned a picture of her with a large stuffed monkey that wears a grey sweater with a red hood that reads: "Wild about you."WATCH: Luke Bryan surprised on stage by wife Caroline in sweet videoCaroline was on a private jet with girlfriends as they headed to Las Vegas for the opening night, and she also shared a picture of Luke smoking a cigar and giving Fireball a cuddle."You three have a blast opening night. It is going to be epic," commented one fan as others shared laughing emojis and one wrote: "I absolutely love that you brought him!! You’re awesome!"MORE: Luke Bryan gets fans talking with rare pictureThe Raised Up Right tour kicks off on Friday 11 February in Las Vegas and alongside a teaser image of the upcoming gigs, the American Idol judge wrote: "My favorite place to be is on stage performing to country music fans.

Nominations for the 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards (aka the ACM Awards) are in!

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe CMT Music Awards, which agreed to move their date and venue when the 2022 Grammy Awards announced their relocation to Las Vegas, have unveiled the new date and venue for their inaugural broadcast on CBS: The show will now broadcast live from Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium on Monday, April 11, from 8 p.m – 11 p.m. ET; the West Coast broadcast will be delayed, although the show will also be available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.“The biggest and best moments in music are coming to CBS this April,” said Jack Sussman, executive vice president, specials, music, live events & alternative programming for CBS.

Back in the game! Lala Kent dished on her first romantic outing after splitting from fiancé Randall Emmett last year.

Halsey has announced their Love And Power tour in support of fourth album ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’.Support for the tour comes from Beabadoobee, PinkPantheress, Wolf Alice, Abby Roberts and The Marías – check out dates below.Kicking off May 17 at the iThink Financial Amphitheatre in Palm Beach, FL, the twenty-two date tour will include shows at Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, Governors Ball in New York, and the Hangout Music Festival alongside Doja Cat and Leon Bridges.The Love And Power tour comes ahead of Halsey’s headline appearance at Reading & Leeds Festivals in August alongside Arctic Monkeys, Bring Me The Horizon, Dave, Megan Thee Stallion and Rage Against The Machine.Halsey will play:MAY 202217 – iThink Financial Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, FL19 – MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, Tampa, FL21 – Hangout Music Festival, Gulf Shores, AL24 – FirstBank Amphitheater, Nashville, TN27 – PNC Music Pavilion, Charlotte, NC29 – Pine Knob Music Theatre, Detroit, MIJUNE01 – Xfinity Center Boston, MA03 – Blossom Music Center, Cleveland, OH05 – Budweiser Stage Toronto, ON08 – Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD11 – The Governors Ball, New York, NY16 – White River Amphitheatre Seattle, WA18 – RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater, Portland, OR21 – Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA24 – Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View, CA26 – Ak-Chin Pavilion, Phoenix, AZ28 – Dos Equis Pavilion, Dallas, TX30 – Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood, Atlanta, GAJULY02 – Summerfest, Milwaukee, WI03 – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre, Chicago, IL06 – Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Denver, CO09 – FivePoint Amphitheatre, Irvine, CABeabadoobee and PinkPantheress will support at all shows from May 17 to June 8 while The Marías and Abby Roberts

Halsey is going on tour!

Luke Bryan has returned to social media to show off his love of fishing - after sharing a heartfelt message with fans. The American Idol judge was snapped in his fishing chair with a can of Two Lane Brewing lager in hand as he relaxed in a deep blue shirt and cargo shorts, paired with a comfortable baseball cap.MORE: Luke Bryan's home in Nashville has an emotional backstory"The only thing I love more than fishing is fishing with @twolanebrewing," he captioned the post; the company was founded by Luke and Constellation Brands in 2020.WATCH: Luke Bryan celebrates special anniversary with wife Caroline"I hear you on that one! After a long day on the water it hits the spot!" shared one fan as another shared: "Beer and time in the outdoors pure Heaven on earth."It comes after the country star thanked fans and revealed he had had the time of his life in Cancun, Mexico, where he has been playing at Crash My Playa 2022.MORE: Luke Bryan's children star in emotional new videoMORE: Katy Perry's daughter Daisy makes very rare appearance in new photoHe shared a heartfelt message alongside a series of pictures from the event on Instagram, writing: "@crashmyplaya 2022 was one for the books.

Dierks Bentley has been named one of four musicians who will be inducted into Nashville's Music City Walk of Fame.

Keith Urban is on cloud nine following some very exciting news concerning his career.MORE: Nicole Kidman 'so sad' as daughter Sunday receives frustrating newsThe country singer has taken over some spots left open by Adele's cancellation at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.The 54-year-old shared his delight in a home video posted on Instagram, which featured his beloved pet cat Louis.VIDEO: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's love story"Hi everyone it's Keith here. Me and Louis want to let you know that we have five brand new shows being added to our Las Vegas residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace."MORE: Nicole Kidman opens up about her children's unique upbringing in rare interviewMORE: Nicole Kidman left heartbroken after devastating personal lossAlongside the footage, the dad-of-two shared additional details, writing: "VEGAS!!!! We’re coming BACK to the @colosseumatcp ! See you SO soon March 25 - April 2.

Carrie Underwood has been confirmed to appear alongside Thomas Rhett, Maren Morris, and Zac Brown Band as headliners for the 2022 iHeartCountry Festival.MORE: Carrie Underwood blows fans away with her costume changes in Las VegasThe annual event will take place in Austin on 7 May and will see Carrie hit the stage alongside other country music favorites including Dancing with the Stars' Jimmie Allen, and Dustin Lynch. "Country music fans across the country look forward to the iHeartCountry Festival each and every year," said Rod Phillips, executive vice president of programming for iHeartCountry.WATCH: Carrie Underwood's sons dance at her concertHe added: "We are thrilled to have such an incredible lineup perform at this year’s show and are especially excited to bring our nationally-recognized event to the new Moody Center in Austin for the first time."Scotty McCreary and Cody Johnson will both also perform.SEE: Carrie Underwood's vast $3million forever home has its own lakeMORE: Brothers Osborne's John Osborne shares brave mental health updateThe news comes as Thomas is planning to drop two new albums this year, and will surely give fans a sneak peek at what they can expect during his set, while Maren's third album Humble Quest will also surely feature heavily as it drops in March.Carrie recently concluded her Las Vegas residency where she wowed fans with a set that included her hit songs and incredible fashion choices including a metallic tasseled gown, a sheer black catsuit and studded hot pants teamed with a statement jacket.