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Dustin Lynch Announces Seventh Studio Album, Clean Slate, Due October 30
Dustin Lynch has announced his seventh studio album, Clean Slate, arriving October 30 via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. The 12-track project is available now to pre-add, pre-save and pre-order HERE. The album takes its name from the title track and finds Lynch looking at wher...
Patti's After-Party: Jeff Bush of The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
It’s been nearly 70 years since the great big band leader Tommy Dorsey passed away, yet the music of that era is not only alive and well, it’s thriving for many reasons, especially because The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is so incredibly active, both in touring and recordi...
Horns Up in the Smokies: Three Days Inside The Mountain Music Festival
Nestled in downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee, The Mountain Music Festival — formerly known as Monsters on the Mountain — took over the Gatlinburg Convention Center August 21–23, 2026, and turned the heart of the Smokies into a three-day celebration of the songs tha...
Patti's After-Party: Debby Boone
Oh, the places you will go! You know when something happens that’s so far from anything you ever dreamed of, something that never even entered your realm of thought? I had that happen recently. I received an email asking me if I’d be interested in interviewing De...
Comeback Complete: Bon Jovi Delivers Unforgettable MSG Nights Before Europe Tour
In a world that often feels short on second chances, Jon Bon Jovi has reminded us once again what resilience, heart, and pure rock-and-roll spirit look like. After years of challenges that would have sidelined many, the legendary frontman stepped back onto the stage as the ultima...
"Payback's a Beach" for St. Louis Native Stephanie Rabus
Although I never thought about it before, breakup songs by female country artists always seem to be full of venomous scorn, or on the flipside, they can be quite depressing. While the guys often take a split much better, heading to the local fishin’ hole or celebrating on a...
Keeping the Bakersfield Sound Alive - Meet Johnny Owens
Alvis Edgar Owens, Jr. was born in Texas in 1929, where he lived on his family farm. At about age three or four, he declared his new name to be “Buck,” just like a donkey on the farm. The name stuck and he became the Buck Owens the world would come to know. Owens was...
Exclusive Premiere of "Girl of Summer" by Michael Peterson
It’s August and summer is still steaming hot, and it’s about to get even hotter with Center Stage Magazine’s exclusive premiere of Michael Peterson’s new single “Girl of Summer!” Country artist Michael Peterson is back to add some care...
Kelly Lang's New Album Jealous Green Eyes - A Lifetime of Songs
It’s summer and the livin’ is easy, but is it? If you ask Kelly Lang, she might say, “Almost.” She just released her new album Jealous Green Eyes on August 7th and she’s just about ready to take a breath. The new project has been in the works for qui...
Review: Dogstar Rocks the Historic Ryman Auditorium with VIP Energy and Fan Favorites
As a magazine we are often asked to come and review shows, however, we are also fans that like to have the same experiences as other fans. So when the opportunity came to purchase a VIP Experience that included a meet and greet with the members of Dogstar, I did not hesitate. Bei...
Makenzie Phipps and Aubrey Nicole Unmask Womanizers in "Devil Ain't in Hell"
It goes without saying that contestants on NBC’s The Voice are the cream of the crop. The show does an excellent job of selecting the best of the best, often to the point where it’s even hard to guess who will make it to the finals based on blind auditions. The compet...
Getting to Know "Cosmic Cowgirl" Jada Cato
It’s been over two years since I first encountered country artist Jada Cato at the Concert for Love and Acceptance in Nashville, but I’ll never forget her performance. From the moment she began to sing, you couldn’t help but pay attention. This young lady knew h...
A Chat With Legendary Keys Player Reese Wynans
While the name may be unfamiliar, I’d bet the music is not. Reese Wynans is renowned worldwide as an iconic keyboardist who has played with many legends throughout his career. He’s likely best recognized for playing keys with Stevie Ray Vaughn and Double Trouble from...
"Resistol" from Alabama's Randy Cobb Set to Release July 31st
Alabama’s own Randy Cobb is ready to drop a rousing new honky tonk tune called “Resistol” and you’ll want to presave it with the link below, because just like Resistol hats, it’s an attention-getter. I spoke briefly with Cobb to hear his thoughts...
Josh Gallagher To Release "Junkie" and It's Not What You Think
Josh Gallagher became a household name during season 11 of NBC’s The Voice. As a member of Team Adam (Levine), he finished in fourth place, the first country artist on Adam’s team to ever reach the finale. That was 2016, but this is a full decade later, so what’...
Exclusive Premiere: American Blonde Unveils Evocative Title Track “Delta Home”
Center Stage Magazine is thrilled to exclusively premiere the powerful new single “Delta Home” from Mississippi-born sister-fronted 5-piece band, American Blonde. Group members are Nata Morris (lead vocals/acoustic guitarist), Tinka Morris (vocals/drums/percussion), P...
Flat River Band Drops Sunny New Anthem "This Is How We Summer" July 17
There aren’t many summer songs more perfect than “This Is How We Summer” from the country music kings of three-part family harmony, Flat River Band. Lucky for us, it drops near every ocean, river and lake Friday, July 17, 2026, just when summer’s at its ab...
Exclusive Premiere of Celeste Marie Wilson's "Marie" July 17
Hailing from Montgomery, Texas, Celeste Marie Wilson is proof that the Lone Star State is never short on rising talent. Her musical style is a refreshing blend of country, pop, red dirt and Americana, inspired by legends like Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton, Bonnie Raitt and Emmylou Ha...
Conversations with Missy: Skip Ewing
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down (virtually) with famed artist and songwriter Skip Ewing for an episode of Conversations with Missy. What was supposed to be a quick 15-minute Zoom interview turned into something truly special—we both got so caught up in an amazin...
CMA Fest with Missy and Reagan: American Blonde
Girls Talk Nashville Style! Together with Williams Honor’s Reagan Richards, I sat down with the dynamic sister duo Nata & Tinka Morris of American Blonde for one of my favorite conversations yet during CMA Fest 2026 in the heart of Music City — Nashville, Tenne...
Rising Country/Christian Artist Kirbi Signs Recording Contract with Curb Records (Curb/Word)
Center Stage Magazine is thrilled to finally share that Kirbi, managed by Ablaze Entertainment, has accomplished what few artists have been able to. After just 3 short years of pursuing a music career here in Nashville, she has signed a recording contract with the legendary CURB...
Exclusive Premiere of Josie Sal's Heartfelt New Single “Daddy’s Little Girl” out June 19!
Josie Sal Releases Heartfelt New Single “Daddy’s Little Girl” June 19 Delivers Emotional Tribute to the Timeless Father Daughter Bond NASHVILLE, Tenn. - At just 14 years old, rising country artist Josie Sal continues to make her mark as one of th...
Video Premier: "When Waylon Came To Nashville" by Waylon Hanel
Join us for the special premiere of the music video "When Waylon Came To Nashville" by rising country artist Waylon Hanel. The song, written by legendary outlaw country songwriter Billy Don Burns, a former touring companion and close friend of Jennings, re...
Jesse and Noah Release New Album 'The Sunshine Shop' Today!
Jesse and Noah Release New Album 'The Sunshine Shop' Today! Music Video For “Lina Rose” Premiered by Coffee, Country & Cody and Digitally by Center Stage Magazine NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Jesse and Noah release their sixth album...
Hey Now Records launches with flagship artist Kenny Chesney
Chesney and label make history as first release, “Carry On,” added at every reporting radio station When it comes to heavy hitters in Nashville, nobody swings harder for the fences than Clint Higham, Kris Lamb and John Esposito. No...
Wade Hayes Returns with Fresh Take on Classic Hit “What I Meant to Say (Revisited)”
Wade Hayes Returns with Fresh Take on Classic Hit “What I Meant to Say (Revisited)” Country music fans, get ready for a special first listen! Center Stage Magazine is proud to premiere Wade Hayes’ new single “What I Meant to Say (Revisited)” ahead...
Exclusive Premiere: “Good Ol’ Usa” by The Kody Norris Show, Set to Release Friday 4/17
The Kody Norris Show Releases New Single “Good Ol’ USA” Today! New Album ‘Spirit of America’ Out June 26! Premiered By Center Stage Magazine NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Award-winning country and bluegrass group The Kody Norris Sh...
Just Breathe Benefit for COPD Set to Feature Country Artists Wade Hayes, John Berry & More
Just Breathe COPD Benefit Show Brings Country Stars and Celebrities Together for an Unforgettable Night of Music and Awareness at Nashville’s Legendary Troubadour Live Streamed by Center Stage Magazine NASHVILLE, TENN. – Music lovers, country...
Kelly Lang Debuts “HollyWould” Ahead of Jealous Green Eyes Release
Kelly Lang Debuts “HollyWould” Ahead of Jealous Green Eyes Release “HollyWould” Was Premiered By The Country Note And The Music Video Was Premiered By Center Stage Magazine Music Video To Be Included On Taste of Country’s Video Countdown T...
Press Release: Tucker Wetmore has extended The Brunette World Tour presented by NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer
TUCKER WETMORE EXTENDS THE BRUNETTE WORLD TOUR PRESENTED BY NÜTRL VODKA SELTZER WITH 17 MORE DATES Wetmore to make Red Rocks Amphitheatre debut alongside new stops in Los Angeles, Chicago and more Maddox Batson, William Beckmann, George Birge, Jac...
