Shania Twain is counting down to new music and getting ready to host the ACM Awards — where women are leading the nominations. We’ll tell you who’s on top. Plus, a tense moment after Chase Matthew’s show in Kentucky as a band member is taken into custody. Chase is speaking out, and we’ve got the latest. Jo Dee Messina is hitting the road for her 30th anniversary tour with two Virginia stops, and Brad Paisley just opened the vault on decades of unreleased music.

Kane Brown’s getting ready to open his brand‑new Broadway bar in Nashville — and he’s hinting at some surprise drop‑ins all Memorial Day Weekend. Riley Green is about to be all over your TV, joining The Voice as a new coach. Eric Church just delivered a graduation speech with a guitar in hand — and used the strings as life lessons. And Luke Combs finally closed the loop on something he left unfinished years ago… thanks to his alma mater.

Chris Stapleton surprised fans on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, the AMA's announce more performers, new music from Jo Dee Messina and more! #iHeartRadio 

Luke Combs just rolled into another stadium and pulled off something very familiar — and with one more massive stop this weekend, all eyes are on whether he can do it again.Dan + Shay are stirring up speculation with a cryptic studio drop, Luke Bryan is teasing a summer‑ready track with a title that tells you everything, and tomorrow… we’ve got a world premiere from Kenny Chesney you won’t want to miss.

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One country star just dropped a big surprise about his next album — and the announcement video is something fans are going to love.
Plus, before the ACMs even get here, another major awards show is jumping in to remind everyone they’ve got a milestone night coming.
We’ll also tell you which artist just became “Doctor” thanks to a brand‑new honorary degree.
And the American Idol finale lineup is out… and let’s just say the guest list takes some turns you will not see coming.

We’ve got fresh album news, a new song tease, and a big national TV performance coming up — and yes, an update from Dolly after she pulled out of her Vegas shows.
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The 2026 iHeartCountry Festival just lit up Austin — and we’ve got the stories you didn’t see from the crowd. From Parker McCollum kicking things off, to Shaboozey getting one of the loudest reactions of the night, to a surprise moment from Gretchen Wilson… plus the giant backstage family photo everyone’s talking about.We’re also diving into Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black turning their iconic “When I Said I Do” into a brand‑new Lifetime movie, the ACM Awards adding even more star power to their lineup, and why Chase Rice says he’s officially recharged and back in the studio. #iHeartRadio 

Blake Shelton’s expanding his Ole Red empire… but the next stop might surprise you.
A brand‑new ACM winner just found out in the most unforgettable way.
Two country superstars are teaming up for a stadium run — and they’re bringing it close to home.
And a beloved American Idol alum is stepping back into the spotlight for a reunion fans have been waiting for.

Rising country star Graham Barham is headlining the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival's Country Music Party! He'll take the Q102 Stage on Staurday night! #iHeartRadio