Christian Brown; Photo by Disney/Eric McCandless

Christian Brown Brings Country Music Family Legacy to ‘American Idol’ as Son of Kentucky Music Hall of Famer

Posted on February 9, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

Brown choose to sing a song his dad wrote, making for a heartfelt father-son moment.

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Livy Spino; Photo by Disney/Eric McCandless

‘Singing Waitress’ Livy Spino Wows Judges with Carrie Underwood Cover During ‘American Idol’ Audition

Posted on February 9, 2026

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Does this Texas Roadhouse server have what it takes to be the next American Idol?

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Ella Langley; Photo by Caylee Robillard

Ella Langley Makes Chart History as ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Tops Billboard Hot 100

Posted on February 9, 2026

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Madeleine O’Connell

This feat makes Langley the first female in country music history to simultaneously lead three Billboard charts.

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Luke Bryan; Photo by Disney/Eric McCandless

Luke Bryan Talks Embracing His Life And Career On His Own Terms

Posted on February 9, 2026

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Even as he balances life in the spotlight, Luke Bryan credits his family for keeping him centered.

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Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, Gabby Barrett; Photos Provided, Courtesy of Turning Point USA

Re-Live the All-American Halftime Show Featuring Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Gabby Barrett & Lee Brice

Posted on February 8, 2026

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Millions tuned in.

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Brandi Carlile 'America the Beautiful'; Photo via NBC

Fans React to Brandi Carlile’s ‘America the Beautiful’ Performance At Super Bowl LX

Posted on February 8, 2026

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Lauren Jo Black

Viewers praised her “beautiful voice” and others declared “she sounded amazing.” 

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Brandi Carlile; Photo Provided

Brandi Carlile on the Emotional Weight of Performing ‘America the Beautiful’ at Super Bowl LX

Posted on February 8, 2026

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Lauren Jo Black

“And I think if we’re gonna save this country as a people, we have to be reminded on some level that deep down we love it.”

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Turning Point USA - The All-American Halftime Show

How to Watch Turning Point USA’s All-American Halftime Show Featuring Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice & Gabby Barrett

Posted on February 8, 2026

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Super Bowl LX viewers interested in The All-American Halftime Show will need to tune in elsewhere during halftime.

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Jason Aldean, Bobby Bones, & More Mourn the Loss of 3 Doors Down Frontman Brad Arnold

Posted on February 7, 2026

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Lauren Jo Black

“The literal sound of my childhood.”

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Brantley Gilbert; Photo by Brian Vaughan

Brantley Gilbert Speaks Out About His Decision To Perform At Turning Point USA’s ‘All-American Halftime Show’

Posted on February 6, 2026

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Lauren Jo Black

“I’m not playing this show to be divisive,” he urges.

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