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Luke Bryan is extending Beyoncé an invitation to join the country music community.

The Masked Singer is back!

the Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson, is speaking out about her daughter. “I just wanna say, we’re human, and the internet is so cruel.

Country’s Calling Music Festival just announced it’s cruising into Ocean City, MD’s Ocean City Inlet from Oct. 3-5 with some of the biggest names in boot scoot.Just a few of the most exciting names on this year’s stacked bill include Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs, Luke Bryan, Brooks and Dunn and Zach Top.They’ll be joined by fan favorites like LeAnn Rimes, Wynonna Judd, Koe Wetzel, Chase Rice and Jon Pardi.All in all, 36 huge artists will grace the oceanside stages over the long, autumnal, three-day weekend this October.And, if you want to catch them all IRL, Country’s Calling passes can be yours as soon as today.At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on three-day passes was $441.94 including fees on Vivid Seats.Single-day passes start at $358.20 including fees.For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about the 2025 Country’s Calling Festival below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the best prices on single and multi-day Country’s Calling Festival passes can be found here:(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn’t noted, will include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

The Masked Singer is back!

CMA Fest 2025 is right around the corner, and you’re gonna want to go ahead and take down some information.In 2024, CMA Fest was hosted by Jelly Roll and Ashley McBryde and featured a star-studded lineup of performances from the likes of , Luke Bryan, Little Big Town, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Megan Moroney, Post Malone, Shaboozey, Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson, and . And those were just some of the highlights.

Sunday’s episode of “American Idol,” Bonfiglio — who is the daughter of Wilson Phillips member Carnie Wilson and granddaughter of The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson — introduced herself and her father, Rob, to judges Carrie Underwood, Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan. “I’m guessing you come from a musical family,” Underwood said, before asking her what she would perform. “First, I have to get some family members,” Bonfiglio said before grabbing her mom, Carnie, and aunt Wendy — who are co-founders of the popular ’90s pop group, which also included Chynna Phillips.

according to TMZ.Kiker died on Monday at age 32, his sister, Angela Evans, confirmed in a touching Facebook post.“It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of my brother Douglas Kiker he was sooo loved and will be missed by so many! Your singing with the Angel’s now Bubba Please pray for our family as we go threw this very difficult time.”The Denver Medical Examiner’s Office told The Post that the “the cause and manner” surrounding Kiker’s death are “pending investigation.”TMZ cited sources saying that drugs allegedly caused the Alabama native to have a heart attack and EMS transported him to Denver Health Medical Center.The performer was in the hospital for five days until he died.A GoFundMe page set up by his family to help with funeral expenses has already surpassed its goal of $4,500.His ex-fiancée, Valerie Cook, told TMZ she’s upset that her kids lost their father.His brother shared an emotional statement on Wednesday when the news came out.“Dear brother I just want you to know that know matter where you are you will always be my baby brother I know you are finally at piece I just wish I had more time with you so until I can see you again say hey to bubba for me and tell him I love him rest in peace Douglas Kiker my baby brother.”The vocalist auditioned for Season 18 of “American Idol” in 2019.When judge Lionel Richie asked what kind of performing experience he had, the trashman responded, “I don’t have any,” so they had Ryan Seacrest take him on the street to warm up in front of a crowd.During the audition, Luke Bryan played piano while Kiker sang the Rascal Flatts hit “Bless the Broken Road,” which made Katy Perry tear up.“I want us all to know, you know, you’re a hell of a man,” Richie said as

J. Kim Murphy Douglas Kiker, a contestant on “American Idol” Season 18 who memorably moved series judge Katy Perry to tears with his audition performance, has died. He was 32 years old.

Carrie Underwood has sung and jammed along to Korn and Drowning Pool songs during an American Idol audition round – check it out below.During a recent episode of American Idol, former winner and current judge Carrie Underwood surprised fellow judges Lionel Richie and Luke Bryan with her knowledge of metal and hard rock music.During the audition round, 18-year-old contestant Insite looked to wow the judges with his rendition of Korn’s ‘Freak On A Leash’. During the performance, Underwood was seen mouthing along to the performance before fully caving in and singing along to the breakdown.While Richie and Bryan were surprised by Underwood’s “alter-ego”, they were unsure of Insite’s abilities, prompting Underwood to ask if he could audition with another track.

’s son Baylee will also be taking the stage in a massive way: He just made it onto American Idol. With an original song, no less.Baylee is 21 (sorry, where did the time go?) and a college student in Georgia, but he shares his father’s passion for music. Not so much for dance, though.

Brian Littrell joined his son Baylee for a little duet on American Idol!

stepped down after Season 22 to release music and tour. Beginning this season, she’ll be replaced by “American Idol” Season 4 winner and country music superstar Carrie Underwood. It’s not the first time the former winner has returned to “Idol,” having mentored contestants in Seasons 16 and 20, but it’s her first time on the other side of the judges table.

Carrie Underwood is gearing up to make her debut as a new judge on American Idol!

It’s hard to believe American Idol premiered over two decades ago!

EXCLUSIVE: Carrie Underwood is set to remind people of her American Idol origin story ahead of getting behind the judging desk.

Loretta Lynn’s granddaughter, Emmy Russell, didn’t necessarily want to perform her grandmother’s iconic song while appearing on “American Idol” last year. During an appearance on “The Thrivalist Podcast,” the country singer revealed that while it wasn’t her idea to sing “Coal Miner’s Daughter” during the competition show, she didn’t walk away with any regrets. “Judges picked three songs, and the only one I knew was ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter,'” Russell said of then-judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Jelly Roll has sealed a deal to join this upcoming season of ABC’s “American Idol” as the show’s first-ever “artist in residence.” According to the network, the Nashville artist will join the show during its “Hollywood Week” episodes, and then continue to appear throughout the season. Jelly Roll previously served last season as a guest mentor and performer on “Idol,” appearing on the show during its visit last year to Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawai’i.

Luke Bryan is hitting the road.

Funk innovator George Clinton, The Doobie Brothers‘ Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons and The Beach Boys‘ Mike Love are among this year’s inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

RodeoHouston just dropped their 2025 lineup and this year’s selection features a mouth-watering array of country stars, classic rock legends, Hip-Hop heroes and Latin icons.In short, it’s a perfect representation of Houston.Just a few of the most noteworthy headliners set to perform at NRG Stadium from March 4-23 include Reba McEntire, Post Malone, Journey, Carin León and Bun B.Luke Bryan, Brooks and Dunn, Zach Top, Lauren Daigle and Brad Paisley are also toplining the nearly three-week event at the Texans’ home field.This is no ordinary concert series, though.In addition to all the exciting aforementioned artists, RodeoHouston will also offer buckin’ broncos, chili cookoffs, career fairs, dances (the Boots, Buckles and Burlap Ball!), trail rides, horse shows, wine tastings, ride, games and BBQ contests.Basically, a little something for everyone.Fans can purchase tickets for all upcoming RodeoHouston shows on sites like Vivid Seats; the official on-sale is Thursday, Jan.

shared a TikTok where he gave his scathing reaction to her new song “OK.”In the clip, Steven James listens to the track in the car with facial reactions that indicate he’s not a fan.“This can’t be the same person who eliminated me on American Idol 5 years ago,” James wrote over the video, which has over 2.4 million plays. James appeared on Season 17 of the ABC singing competition series in 2019.