CCMA Awards 2025: A Night of Triumph for Canadian Country Music The 2025 CCMA Awards marked a spectacular celebration of Canadian country music, with the vibrant city of Kelowna, British Columbia, hosting the prestigious event for the first time. Held at Prospera Place on September 13, 2025, the 2025 CCMA Awards recognized the exceptional tale...
The Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) has officially unveiled the nominees for the 2025 CCMA Awards, setting the stage for a night of celebration and fierce competition. Leading the pack with an impressive six nominations each are breakout country star Josh Ross and “American Idol” alum Cameron Whitcomb. The 2025 CCMA Award...
The Australian country music industry has officially crossed the A$1 billion threshold, marking an unprecedented boom driven by a significant surge in live performance revenue and a dramatic increase in engagement from younger audiences. New research from the Country Music Association of Australia (CMAA), detailed in its ‘Valuing Austral...
September 10th stands as a significant date etched into the annals of country music history, a day that has witnessed pivotal moments of industry growth, artist achievements, community action, and poignant remembrance. Across the years, this date has offered a rich tapestry of stories, from the reopening of iconic institutions to the celebrati...
The airwaves are alive with a fresh wave of musical talent as Friday, September 8th, ushers in a highly anticipated collection of new albums across various genres. This installment of “New Music Friday” features significant releases from established country artists like Ashley McBryde, Tyler Childers, Steep Canyon Rangers, and Jon ...
Gen Z Propels Country Music to Global Mainstream Dominance: Live Nation Report Signals New Era for the Industry Country music, long a staple of American culture, is experiencing an unprecedented surge in global popularity, with a new generation of listeners, particularly Gen Z, driving its mainstream acceptance and commercial success. Research...
Melbourne, Australia – The familiar twang of acoustic guitars and heartfelt storytelling are resonating with a new generation, catapulting Australian country music from its traditional roots into the mainstream with unprecedented force. Once perceived as a niche genre confined to regional areas, Australian country music has officially cemented...
Country music is experiencing a profound and widespread renaissance, marking a significant country music boom that transcends its traditional roots to become a dominant force in the global music landscape. New research, notably the “Step Into Country” report from Live Nation, reveals that this surge is largely driven by a new gener...
The declaration that country music has fallen into “complete artistic bankruptcy” is a bold, yet increasingly common, refrain echoing through critical circles and fan discussions alike, raising questions about the very core of country music identity. This potent critique points to a genre perceived by many as having succumbed to co...
Nashville, TN – The highly anticipated MusicRow Awards 2025 have been announced, celebrating a year of exceptional talent and significant achievements across the music industry. Presented by City National Bank on September 3, 2025, these prestigious honors recognize the unparalleled contributions of artists, songwriters, producers, and industr...
