From emotional speeches and surprise wins to standout performances and big surprises, the night delivered plenty for country music fans to talk about. In case you missed it, here are some of the highest highs, lowest lows, and most unexpected moments from one of country music’s most important nights.

How Lainey Wilson reset the standard for Southern elegance with her stunning Tennessee wedding, blending timeless country charm, celebrity guests, and sophisticated modern style.

Middle of Nowhere, released May 1, gives listeners a collection of 13 songs that explore Musgraves’ growth through independence and escape. If you haven’t yet heard these tracks, then your new homework is to dedicate 44 minutes of your week to giving them a listen. After experiencing the album in its entirety, here is a ranking of the songs one by one, so feel free to read below as you listen!

The country breakout star just officially became the first female country singer in history to simultaneously hold the No. 1 and No. 2 spots on the Billboard Hot 100, marking one of the biggest milestones country music has seen in recent years.

Country star Riley Green has joined the elite roster of coaches on The Voice, the first country singer added to the team since Reba McEntire’s departure in 2025. Green will be joining an elite roster of coaches for season 30 of The Voice this fall. Producers recently revealed this year’s coaching lineup, which also includes Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine.

This week marks a big moment for rising country music star Ella Langley, as she not only celebrated her 27th birthday on May 3, but is also set to kick off her first-ever headlining arena tour on May 7. Amid what was likely an insanely hectic week, Langley marked the occasion with an Instagram photo dump captioned, “27 years on this earth, thank you Jesus.” The post offered a personal look into her world, from quiet moments like a video cuddling her dog, Crue, and a photo of

Miley Cyrus reflects on her childhood in the spotlight and credits her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, for shielding her from the darker side of Hollywood while growing up famous.

Luke Combs set a career and stadium record for highest attendance at a concert in Columbus, Ohio.

This year’s Stagecoach Music Festival featured a plethora of surprises, from special guests to evacuations.

The tail end of Gen Z and future generations will no longer be able to buy cigarettes in the U.K.

Darrell Sheets of Storage Wars has passed away at the age of 67.

Fans say high Ticketmaster prices are to blame as Post Malone’s stadium tour struggles to sell out, raising questions about the future of live events.

Nashville is reportedly locked in to host the 2030 Super Bowl with the new Nissan Stadium nearing completion. Here’s how the city could deliver the biggest country culture moment in sports history.

Thomas Rhett joined GEODIS at their press conference this morning to discuss his new, upcoming tour date with Niall Horan.

Morgan Wallen brought out opener Ella Langley during his Tuscaloosa, Alabama show to premiere their new, unreleased duet, “I Can’t Love You Anymore.”

When Morgan Wallen moves, the entire country music world pays attention. When Ella Langley steps into the spotlight, it feels like something new is brewing. Put them on the same track, and you’ve got more than just a collaboration—you’ve got a moment that will shake all of country music. The buzz around a potential Wallen x Langley record has been building fast, and for good reason. Wallen remains the genre’s most dominant force, consistently blurring the lines between countr

A federal jury has found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster acted as an unlawful monopoly.

Kacey Musgraves will be performing a surprise set at this year’s Coachella festival.

Country star Lainey Wilson shares an honest look at her mental health, identity, and personal growth as she approaches a major milestone in her career.

The 2026 AMA Awards are full of music's biggest stars, and every year, country is taking over more of the major categories.