Month: July 2025

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Country Daypop

HARDY and wife Caleigh launch The HARDY Fund charity organization

Hardy performs in concert during the "Can't Say I Ain't Country" Tour on July 20^ 2019 at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh^ New York.

HARDY (real name is Michael Hardy) and his wife, Caleigh Ryan Hardy have launched their newly-minted charity organization called The Hardy Fund, which partners with the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee to created to help support community programs throughout their home state of Mississippi and their residential state of Tennessee.

HARDY and Caleigh shared in a video on social media: “We just feel like we’ve been so blessed. The last 10 years of our lives have just been nothing, but blessings, and blessings, and blessings, and it’s just time for us to give back .. This is long overdue, but this fund is very, very special to us because it gives us the ability to support whatever causes are super close to our hearts, such as the United States military, wildlife, children, education, music — whatever it may be, this gives us the opportunity to support.”

HARDY and Caleigh, who began dating in 2018 and tied the knot in 2022, welcomed their first baby, a girl named Rosie Ryan, on March 7, 2025.

Thanks to The Hardy Fund, which has teamed with Propeller, HARDY has set up a sweepstakes’ opportunity, giving his fans and listeners a chance to win two VIP tickets to HARDY’s September 24th show on the JIM BOB WORLD TOUR concert in Madison Square Garden, including paid hotel and travel expenses, plus rideshare credit, a meet & greet with HARDY, access to the HARDY VIP Lounge, a specially-designed HARDY gift & laminate and a VIP-exclusive tour poster.

In a separate post on his Instagram page, he says, “I’ve teamed up with @propeller.la to support the new @hardyfund. With your support, you’ll be entered to win a VIP trip to meet me at the show at Madison Square Garden in NYC.   [The Hardy Fund] is a charity fund where we can donate money to whoever we want, whatever organization we want, whenever we want. It’s a really cool thing. If you support this, I’m giving you a chance to win tickets to my Madison Square Garden show in New York City, and a chance to meet me. I just wanted you all to know that The Hardy Fund is up and going. Get out and support. Thank y’all.”

For more information on how to enter the competition, visit HERE.

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Pop Daypop

Jonas Brothers expand their ‘JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown’ tour

The Jonas Brothers perform at the 2019 Z100 Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden. New York^ NY^ USA - December 13^ 2019

The Jonas Brothers have added additional shows on their ‘JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown’ tour.

The new dates include stops in Virginia Beach, Bethel, Syracuse, Saratoga Springs, Rogers, Chula Vista, Salt Lake City, Anaheim, and Albuquerque. Select dates will feature special guests Marshmello, The All-American Rejects, and Boys Like Girls.  The trio also recently-announced that several of the cities were downgraded from stadiums to arenas, but will not change dates.

The group also recently released “No Time To Talk,” the latest single from their forthcoming album, Greetings From Your Hometown. Produced by Julian Bunetta and Gabe Simon, the track interpolates the Bee Gees’ “Stayin’ Alive.”

Greetings From Your Hometown is set to arrive on Aug. 8, shortly before the ‘JONAS20: Greetings From Your Hometown’ tour kicks off at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

For ticket info, head HERE.

Pre-order Greetings From Your Hometown – HERE.

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Pop Daypop

MGK shares unplugged version of ‘Cliché (Sad Version)’

Colson Baker aka Machine Gun Kelly at the Newport Beach FF 10 Actors to Watch at Balboa Bay Resort on October 16^ 2022 in Newport Beach^ CA

Machine Gun Kelly – MGK – has released an alternative version of his single “Cliché,” which was first released in May.

The acoustic rendition, dubbed “Cliché (Sad Version)” comes as MGK readies the release of his new album, Lost Americana, available everywhere on August 8th.

Preorder Lost Americana – HERE.

Take a listen to clichè (sad version) – HERE.

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Go Country 105

Nashville notes: Sam Hunt’s #1 + Dolly’s one of America’s Best Employers

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Sam Hunt tops the latest Mediabase chart with “Country House,” his 11th solo trip to #1. He also made it to the pinnacle with Ingrid Andress and “Wishful Drinking.”

The Oak Ridge Boys kick off their nine-stop American Made Christmas Tour Dec. 4 in Sarasota, Florida. 

Dolly Parton‘s East Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, makes Forbes‘ list of America’s Best Employers for Women 2025. It received a similar honor from Newsweek in March.

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Go Country 105

Move over, Taylor Swift: Chris Young has some Easter eggs of his own

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And the award for most creative track listing reveal goes to: Chris Young. 

The “Til the Last One Dies” hitmaker has hidden the song titles for his forthcoming 10th album, I Didn’t Come Here to Leave, in the new visualizer video for its title track.

Chris co-wrote 11 of the 14 songs on his debut album for Black River Entertainment, which arrives Oct. 17.

If you’re a do-it-yourselfer, you can check out the new video on YouTube for the titles. Otherwise, we’ve done the work for you below: 

“Some Around Here”
“I Didn’t Come Here to Leave”
“Good as Yours”
“I Hope It’s Okay”
“I Feel a Cold One Coming On”
“Til the Last One Dies”
“Pour Some Whiskey on It”
“Boots on the Ground”
“Tin Roof”
“Dirt and Daisies”
“Just Keep Living”
“Jesus, Momma, Country Radio”
“What Would You Take”
“Brake Lights”

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Go Country 105

Carly Pearce and Russell Dickerson team up to host ACM Honors

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Carly Pearce will return to host this year’s ACM Honors, with Russell Dickerson joining her for the first time in that role. 

“I'm excited to return as host of ACM Honors for the fifth year in a row,” Carly says. “This night holds a special place in my heart because it shines a light on the songwriters, musicians, and industry voices who make what we do possible.”

“It's truly one of my favorite nights of the year,” she adds.

The 18th Academy of Country Music Honors will take place Aug. 20 at The Pinnacle at Nashville Yards. 

“It's a real honor to be hosting ACM Honors for the first time – especially at The Pinnacle, in the heart of Nashville,” Russell says. “This night is all about giving credit to the folks who keep the wheels turning behind the scenes, and I'm proud to be part of it.”

Luke Bryan, Little Big Town‘s Karen Fairchild, Amy Grant and Ashley McBryde are set to perform, with Eric Church, Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Randy Travis and Lainey Wilson among the evening’s honorees.

Look for more talent to be added in the coming weeks.

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Go Country 105

HARDY’s delivering double the ‘COUNTRY!’ with new fall album

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HARDY seems to be developing a pattern. His latest EP, COUNTRY!, arrived on May 2, and he’ll release his full-length album COUNTRY! COUNTRY! on Sept. 26. 

The EP features his current hit, “Favorite Country Song,” which he performed on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! So far, there’s no word on whether the new album will include the tracks from the EP or include entirely new material.

We’ll get our first glimpse of the new record on Friday, when the track “Bottomland” arrives. The projects mark HARDY’s return to his home format after exploring his rock side with 2024’s Quit!!

He restarts the JIM BOB World Tour Aug. 7, with a notable Sept. 24 stop at New York City’s Madison Square Garden ahead of his new album’s release. 

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Go Country 105

Carrie Underwood kicks off ‘Sunday Night Football’ for 13th consecutive year

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You can get your first glimpse of Carrie Underwood‘s new open for NBC’s Sunday Night Football during Thursday night’s Pro Football Hall of Fame Game, which starts at 8 p.m. ET. 

It’s the 13th year in a row the American Idol superstar has been the face and voice of “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night.” 

Carrie’s part of the 2025 version was captured at Resorts World Las Vegas, where she did her residency. 

“We had a blast shooting the new opening at The Resorts World Theatre again,” she says. “As always, [creative director] Tripp [Dixon] and the creative team continue to raise the bar, bringing the high energy and stunning visuals that the Sunday Night Football audience has come to expect year after year. I can't wait for the world to see it!”

You’ll have your chance Sunday, Sept. 7, before the Ravens/Bills game. 

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Go Country 105

Miranda Lambert raises $300K and counting to help with July floods

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Miranda Lambert‘s raised more than $300,000 to help victims of the July floods in Texas, New Mexico and New Jersey. 

The money’s gone to help more than 20 animal shelters and supporting organizations through her MuttNation Relief for Rescues Fund. 

“Texas is my home state and the tragedy that took so many lives – and forever changed so many others – left me without words to express my heartbreak,” she says. “All I knew was that I wanted to help.”

“We started the fund so we could immediately respond to the needs of animal shelters and rescues after a natural disaster, and it's always incredible to see it in action during times like this,” she continues. “A huge thank you to everyone who has donated to make that possible.”

Miranda’s efforts don’t end there. Aug. 17 she’s co-hosting an all-star benefit at Austin’s Moody Center with Parker McCollum. Texas natives Cody Johnson, Kelly Clarkson, Lyle Lovett, Ronnie Dunn, Matthew McConaughey and more are set to join her. 

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News Daypop

Gunman in NYC office shooting was targeting NFL headquarters, referenced having CTE

Blackstone Inc.^ American alternative investment management company's sign at corporate headquarters at 345 Park Avenue^ New York City. New York^ NY - September 17^ 2023

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said Tuesday that the gunman behind the deadly shooting inside an office building in Midtown Manhattan on Monday evening was apparently targeting NFL offices there. Adams has told the press it appears the shooter took the wrong elevator bank and instead reached the offices of Rudin Management, where he again opened fire after spraying bullets across the building’s lobby.

A New York City police officer and three civilians were killed after the gunman, Shane Devon Tamura, opened fire inside the high-rise corporate building in midtown Manhattan. The shooting was first reported at 6:30 p.m. at 345 Park Ave., which houses several major businesses, including Blackstone, KPMG and the NFL. The suspect died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, per authorities.

The four victims were identified as: NYPD officer Didarul Islam, Blackstone real estate executive Wesley LePatner, Rudin employee Julia Hyman, and security officer Aland Etienne.

Mayor Adams said that Officer Islam joined the NYPD four years ago. He was a Bangladeshi immigrant assigned to a Bronx precinct, and was off-duty working a private security detail assignment at the time of the shooting. Islam is survived by his wife, who is eight months pregnant, and two young sons.  The NYPD said in a statement: “Police Officer Didarul Islam represented the very best of our department. He was protecting New Yorkers from danger when his life was tragically cut short today.”

32BJ SEIU President Manny Pastreich said of dedicated security officer Aland Etienne: “this tragedy speaks to the sacrifice of security officers who risk their lives every day to keep New Yorkers and our buildings safe. Every time a security officer puts on their uniform, they put their lives on the line. Their contributions to our city are essential, though often unappreciated. Aland Etienne is a New York hero. We will remember him as such.” Etienne’s partner of eight years, Rachel Paoli, is the mother of their son, who will turn 7 on Saturday.

Blackstone also shared in a statement about their employee LePatner: “Words cannot express the devastation we feel. Wesley was a beloved member of the Blackstone family and will be sorely missed.  She was brilliant, passionate, warm, generous, and deeply respected within our firm and beyond. She embodied the best of Blackstone. Our prayers are with her husband, children and family. We are also saddened by the loss of the other innocent victims as well, including brave security personnel and NYPD.” 

Officials say that Tamura, a 27-year-old from Las Vegas, acted alone and “has a documented mental health history.” According to law enforcement, investigators recovered a three-page rambling note from the gunman’s wallet in which he referenced the brain disease CTE, which is caused by head trauma, as the possible cause of his mental illness. According to the sources, the note said he wanted to have his brain donated to science so it could studied for the disease. Tamura played high school football but did not play professionally, and police have not found any evidence that he suffered from CTE and has no known connection to the NFL. Police sources told ABC News that a page of the note alleged the National Football League had concealed the dangers football contact could cause to players’ brains to maximize earnings. Tamura had two Mental Health Crisis Holds on his record, and a prior arrest for trespassing in Nevada, where he also received his concealed carry license.

ESPN’s Jeff Darlington posted to X  that “NFL commissioner Roger Goodell informed league employees that ‘one of our employees was seriously injured in this attack. He is currently in the hospital and in stable condition” (which was also confirmed by CNN.)

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