2016 has been a memorable year for Cole Swindell. As the singer prepares to close out the year by finishing up his sold-out Down Home Tour this weekend, he took a moment to reminisce about a few of his accomplishments, including notching his sixth consecutive No.1 single, “Middle of a Memory,” winning the NSAI Songwriter/Artist…… MORE
Is it or isn’t it? It has long been argued among peers about whether or not Dolly Parton’s “Hard Candy Christmas” is a Christmas song or not. Well, is it or isn’t it? We’ll let you decide. You may recall the song, written by Carol Hall, sung famously by Dolly Parton in the movie The…… MORE
![[Listen] Lee Ann Womack Takes On “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful” – Just Her and A Guitar](https://www.969thewolf.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/482/2016/12/Lee-Ann-Womack-125x125.jpg)
Lee Ann Womack has arguably one of the greatest voices in country music and she’s showing her vocal prowess on a special Christmas classic, “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful.” Over the Thanksgiving holiday, Lee Ann hit the studio to record—in less than a day— one of her favorite Christmas songs with just her voice and…… MORE
Brett Eldredge took over Manhattan this morning (Dec. 9) in support of his new Christmas album, Glow. The Illinois native was doing double duty, appearing on both Good Morning America and Live With Kelly to bring some Christmas cheer. When performing on GMA, the country crooner was dressed to the nines—clad in a fine-fitting tuxedo…… MORE
In October, rising artist Olivia Lane added some Christmas spirit to her repertoire by releasing a vibrant rendition of Brenda Lee’s classic, “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree.” Known for her powerful vocals and bubbly personality, the “Make My Own Sunshine” singer is now releasing a festive new video for the classic hit and Nash Country…… MORE
Lisa sat down with Amy Grant to talk about her new Christmas album, Tennessee Christmas, some of her family’s unique Christmas traditions, this year’s Christmas shows with her husband, Vince Gill, at the Ryman Auditorium and more. Show Participants Amy Grant Lisa Konicki, NCD Editor in Chief Show Links & Notes Amy Grant’s website Amy’s…… MORE
Kellie Pickler’s support of our U.S. servicemen and women is well known—she recently returned from her 10th USO Tour in support of our troops. With our servicemen in mind, Kellie has taken her support a step further and released a new version of the holiday classic, “White Christmas.” “I just love the rich history of…… MORE
Whether you know Emily West as a country singer or as the runner-up on the reality series America’s Got Talent in 2014, you know she has one of the most impressive voices you’ll ever lay ears on, in country music or any other genre. Emily, who has a wicked sense of humor and jovial personality,…… MORE
![Jennifer Nettles, Brett Eldredge, Kelsea Ballerini, Trisha Yearwood and More Celebrate a “CMA Country Christmas” [Photo Gallery]](https://www.969thewolf.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/482/2016/11/Jennifer-Nettles-CMA-Country-Christmas-125x125.jpg)
Christmas is right around the corner and Jennifer Nettles and friends are getting the holiday started early with special performances on a CMA Country Christmas, airing Nov. 28 on ABC. Jennifer returns for the seventh consecutive year as host of the holiday special, sharing the stage to recreate collaborations from her Christmas album—To Celebrate Christmas—including…… MORE
It’s hard to believe that in the midst of their 16-year career, the guys from Rascal Flatts—Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney—have yet to put out a Christmas album. Until now. The “I Like the Sound of That” trio is excited to release their first-ever Christmas album, The Greatest Gift of All, tomorrow…… MORE
