Jon Freeman
Rolling Stone
Nashville, TN, United States
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Nashville's Radical Reinvention
Nashville is undergoing a radical reinvention in music and in culture; these are the trends we're watching for the future of Music City. → Read More
Willie Nelson to Update His Classic Hits on New Album 'Bluegrass'
Willie Nelson will update some his songs on the new album 'Bluegrass,' which arrives in September. → Read More
Greta Van Fleet's Josh Kiszka Comes Out As a Member of the LGBTQ Community
Greta Van Fleet's singer Josh Kiszka came out about his "loving, same-sex relationship" in an Instagram post. → Read More
Carly Pearce and Chris Stapleton Depict Distant Lovers in 'We Don't Fight Anymore'
Single marks Pearce’s first new music since the 2021 album 29: Written in Stone → Read More
How a Group of Memphis Drag Queens Fought the Law and Won
A restrictive Tennessee law targeting drag performance was ruled unconstitutional thanks to the efforts of a Memphis theater troupe known for shows like The Dragnificent 70s → Read More
Avril Lavigne Surprises CMA Fest to Sing 'Sk8er Boi' with Miranda Lambert
Miranda Lambert and Avril Lavigne sing 'Sk8er Boi' and 'Kerosene' at CMA Fest in Nashville. → Read More
Country Music Has Never Been More Gay
Queer singer-songwriters like Adeem the Artist, Brandy Clark, and Chris Housman are making country music a more inclusive space. → Read More
Drag Is in Peril. These Red-State Queens Are Fighting Back
Despite an onslaught of anti-trans and anti-drag legislation in states like Texas and Tennessee, these drag queens won’t let anyone take their crowns. → Read More
Zach Bryan Fights With God in Unreleased Song 'Hey, Driver'
The “Oklahoma Smokeshow” singer-songwriter drops an acoustic performance video → Read More
Brothers Osborne Feel the Sting of Loss in New Song 'Goodbye's Kickin' In'
The ACM-winning duo release a new track from upcoming project produced by Mike Elizondo → Read More
Activists Gear Up for 'Terrifying' Pride Month As Threats Increase, Brands Drop Out
LGBTQ Pride event organizers across the country describe a climate of fear in light of Drag Queen Story Hour protests and backlash against Bud Light. → Read More
Brandy Clark Is Telling Everyone's Stories by Telling Her Own
Brandy Clark discusses her new self-titled album, which was produced by Brandi Carlile. → Read More
Morgan Wade Is a Contented 'Psychopath' in New Song
Morgan Wade has announced her new album 'Psychopath' and released its swooning title track. → Read More
Margo Cilker Hunts for a 'Lowland Trail' in First Release From New Album
The singer-songwriter is poised to have a breakout year with the upcoming Valley of Heart’s Delight → Read More
The 2023 ACM Awards Got a New Venue But Said the Same Old Things
In a different city, with fresh faces, and two legendary hosts in Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks, the ACMs had every opportunity to make a memorable statement → Read More
Dolly Parton Debuts New Rock Song 'World on Fire' at 2023 ACM Awards
Dolly Parton gave the live debut of her new 'rock' song 'World on Fire' on the 2023 ACM Awards. → Read More
Hardy Headbangs Through 'Truck Bed' at 2023 ACM Awards
Hardy, the most nominated artist at the ACM Awards, performed 'Truck Bed' with a headbanging flourish. → Read More
Jimmie Allen Out of CMA Fest, Suspended by Label Following Sexual Assault Allegations
CMA Fest has removed Jimmie Allen from its 2023 lineup after the singer was accused of sexual assault. → Read More
2023 ACM Awards: The Complete Winners List
All the winners at the 2023 ACM Awards, including Entertainer of the Year. → Read More
2023 ACM Awards: How to Watch, Who’s Nominated, Who’s Performing
Everything to know about the 2023 ACM Awards, including how to find a livestream to watch the show online free, plus performers and nominees. → Read More