Trace Adkins is in the single-digit percentile of country artists with 30-year careers — and to celebrate, he has some major news.

The country music world has had its share of heartbreak of late, and Monday brought more with the news of Joe Ely’s death. Ely, who rose up out of Texas to become a beloved musician, was 78.

Country music had another banner year with superstars and newer artists reaching new pinnacles, while behind the scenes saw major shifts in executive talent.

The 25 best country and Americana albums of 2025, including Eric Church, Carter Faith, Tyler Childers, Mavis Staples, Ringo Starr, and more.

Zach Bryan's fence, Jelly Roll's weight loss and four major country breakups are included on this list of shocking moments from 2025.

Country music duo Maddie & Tae announce temporary break to focus on family while maintaining friendship. Tae steps back, Maddie pursues solo career.

The iconic country music group Alabama is coming to the Traid. The Country Music Hall of Famers will perform with special guest Terri Clark at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem on March 15, 2026. Click the video player above to watch the latest headlines from WXII 12 News.

Maddox Batson reflects on his career at age 15 and shares his hopes for the future in an interview with PEOPLE.

The hip hop star turned country music giant made headlines back in June when he tumbled offstage, mid-song with a red solo cup in his hand. But, like a true pro, he didn’t spill his brew, and he didn’t miss a beat as he kept on singing.

These four country artists had the biggest impact on country music in the 70s, a pivotal decade for the genre.

The West Virginia Country Music Hall of Fame has announced Charles ‘Eddie’ Davisson as a 2026 Performing Artist Inductee.

Country music star Darryl Worley took to social media this week to share a heartbreaking announcement. The singer wrote that his longtime tour manager has died.