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Music City Minute is the quickest, easiest way to stay up-to-date with country music news. We live busy lives and it can be hard to follow all of our favorite artist's moving and shaking. Music City Minute compiles all the latest information into an easy-to-digest sixty-second audio and visual segment. From Nashville to Denver, entertainment to breaking news, Music City Minute is your local source for country music content. 

  1. 2D AGO

    Dierks Bentley recruits legendary musician for epic passion project | Music City Minute

    Well, well, well, look who is living their bluegrass dream! One of Colorado’s (favorite) adopted sons, Dierks Bentley, will be heading out on tour this summer with the legendary Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder. Needless to say, Bentley's hits are going to sound different on this tour – less contemporary and more like the mountain music that Grandma and Grandpa used to play. Interestingly, the idea to call the tour Off The Map was inspired by a composition of the same name from Bentley's "Broken Branches" album. Moreover, the song itself refers to that one place where you can truly relax, forget about your worries and give your soul a good recharge. Now, you might be thinking Bentley is settling for a slowdown, but that assumption is a full bubble off plumb. In fact, I have heard the bluegrass remix of "Free and Easy (Down the Road I Go)," and I can assure you the show will deliver a high-energy vibe. The Off The Map tour has eleven dates and includes a stop in Colorado Springs, July 2 at the Ford Amphitheater. Tickets for this one-of-a-kind Bentley show have already gone on sale. Learn more under the events page at KYGO.com.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Tim McGraw was on the verge of burnout until Faith Hill showed him a better life | Music City Minute

    Music is a way of interpreting human experience. Whether it's hiring a wino to decorate your house, your daddy giving you a funny name, waiting on a woman or describing a date at Applebee’s, someone has written a country song about it. Of course, not all compositions have a comedic tone. Matter of fact, I bet you know a few songs about love, respect, war, heartache and a fellow who was burning the candle at both ends until a woman walked in his life and saved him. On that note, Tim McGraw will be the first to admit that his wife Faith Hill was his saving grace. The 58-year-old goes on to explain how his threadbare upbringing could not have prepared him for massive fame. For the first time in his life, he had an abundance of cash, which he used to fuel a never-ending party. Luckily, McGraw was blessed with divine intervention, and through the love and patience of Faith Hill, he realized there was a lot more to live for besides getting stoned and singing all night long. Today, the country power couple remain strong, having raised three beautiful daughters, Audrey, Gracie and Maggie, and will celebrate 30 years of marriage in October.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  3. FEB 13

    Thomas Rhett teases musical shift | Music City Minute

    In a bustling music hub such as Nashville, artists are a dime a dozen. That said, a musically versatile artist would likely have more opportunities than the one-trick pony. Over the years, plenty of country stars have dipped their toes into other genres. Take, for example, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, LeAnn Rimes and Taylor Swift, who all had successful forays in pop music. Meanwhile, Johnny Cash, Hardy and Carrie Underwood have expertly blurred the lines between rock and country on occasion. Then, we have folks like Dierks Bentley, who is just as comfortable playing bluegrass as his mainstream hits. Interestingly, Thomas Rhett has given this topic a lot of thought. The "Life Changes" singer admits he would love to give Motown a shot, complete with a six-to-eight-piece band, which actually is not too far off from his current sound. With that in mind, prepare to have to "timbers shivered," because Rhett's true crossover dream is to write and perform Rat Pack, Las Vegas-esque crooner tunes with a full orchestra. The 35-year-old goes on to say that he cannot promise it would be good, but it would definitely be a fun experience. Personally, I think he should git'r done sooner rather than later.   I'm Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  4. FEB 12

    Move over boys, Ella Langley is cookin' (and it ain't biscuits)! | Music City Minute

    Country music has evolved significantly over the decades, yet male dominance in the format has stayed the same. Legendary female artists like Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, Reba, The Judds, Shania Twain, Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson will admit that just because they’re a woman, they had to work twice as hard to get even half the exposure of a male artist. Fortunately, those women and many more in country music are survivors, and I am so proud to recognize Ella Langley for her latest achievement. Langley's current single, "Choosin' Texas" has claimed the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. But that’s not all! The 26-year-old's hit record also tops the Hot Country Songs and Country Airplay charts, which is equal parts impressive and historic. According to Billboard, only three other songs have simultaneously topped all three charts, and yes, they were all by males. By the way, "Choosin' Texas" has been streamed over 300 million times, earning the single a bona fide platinum certification. For all that hard work, Ella Langley deserves a big "hell yeah!"   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  5. FEB 11

    Gotcha! Luke Bryan and Brad Paisley left Carrie Underwood in hysterics on 'American Idol' | Music City Minute

    Country music artists have a lot of pride in their work. Viral songs, award winning albums and touring the world are a reflection of their dedication and spirit, after all. However, there’s another form of art that seems to get just as much focus and practice within the music community: pranking. A couple of the best jokesters in the biz, Brad Paisley and Luke Bryan, pulled a hilarious prank over on Carrie Underwood and Lionel Richie during filming for "American Idol." The gruesome twosome recruited a fake auditioner Dylan Holmes to really sell the believability of the scenario, starting with Luke Bryan returning to the judge's desk with a hidden earpiece. Backstage, Brad Paisley secretly fed Bryan lines via the earpiece during Holmes' fake audition, leaving Bryan's co-judges believing his cheese had slipped completely off his cracker. To call the execution flawless would be an understatement. After the ruse was revealed, a clearly shocked Carrie Underwood admitted she was clueless of the lark and never questioned Luke Bryan's shenanigans as anything other than authentic.   I'm Sheena, and that’s your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  6. FEB 10

    Jelly Roll gives away Grammy Award for very important reason | Music City Minute

    As a society, we have come to expect compelling backstories for high-achieving individuals. Specifically, in pop culture, hallmarks of an artist’s lore are a key part of their identity – and by golly, we are suckers for a redemption story. A shining example of his concept is Jelly Roll. He has been very open about his troubled past and the poor choices that landed him in juvenile and adult detention. Even though he cannot right the wrongs of his past, the “Amen” singer recognized his opportunity to use his solid foundation of redemption songs to help others going through similar or hopeless situations. With that in mind, Jelly Roll has big plans to share his latest professional achievements at the Grammy Awards with the Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center in Nashville. The Tennessee native is hoping that by gifting one of his Grammys to the center, he can bring hope an inspiration to youths just like him, and ideally motivate the boys to turn their lives around. I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  7. FEB 5

    Luke Combs: nearly destitute, this one early career move changed his entire life | Music City Minute

    Have you heard the story about the starving artist on the verge of desperation and down to their last few bucks who then catch their big break? It is a tale as old as time and a key component of many artists' origin story. Luke Combs recently opened up about this very specific era in his career. The North Carolina native described arriving in Nashville with stars in his eyes and eager to record songs for a demo tape. Unfortunately, professional studio time is very expensive, especially for a struggling artist. With only $200 left to his name, Combs was at a crossroads. In order to release any of the songs for public consumption, they would need to be professionally mastered (essentially the last step in audio production when a full final song is polished) before distribution could begin. Not only that, the mastering process was going to cost him $200 per song! Armed with the confidence of a 25-year-old, Combs put all his chips on the line to master one song: "Hurricane." Thankfully, it was a gamble that paid off and ultimately launched him into superstardom.   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

    2 min

  8. FEB 4

    Ella Langley charts epic course this year, Kameron and Dylan = Brothers Marlowe? | Music City Minute

    Ella Langley has revealed big plans for 2026. The Alabama Honky-Tonk angel will be dropping her brand new album "Dandelion" on April 10. A few short weeks after that, the "Choosin' Texas" singer will kick off a headline tour, playing 16 dates throughout the spring and summer. Langley recruited top-notch support acts to join her on the road such as Kaitlin Butts, Kameron Marlowe and Dylan Marlowe. Even though the tour will not be stopping in Colorado, Langley is slated to open for Morgan Wallen May 30 at Empower Field at Mile High. On a side note, seeing Dylan and Kameron Marlowe's names side-by-side made me wonder if they are related. Honestly, it would not be that far-fetched considering the disproportionately high number of familial ties in country music compared to other genres. Despite the same spelling of their last name, sharing surprisingly similar eyes and nose, growing up only four hours from each other and above average singing and songwriting skills landing them in Nashville, Kameron and Dylan Marlowe, to the best of their knowledge, are not family. That being said, I feel like they would be great candidates for an episode of "Finding Your Roots."   I'm Sheena, and that's your Music City Minute.

    2 min
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Music City Minute is the quickest, easiest way to stay up-to-date with country music news. We live busy lives and it can be hard to follow all of our favorite artist's moving and shaking. Music City Minute compiles all the latest information into an easy-to-digest sixty-second audio and visual segment. From Nashville to Denver, entertainment to breaking news, Music City Minute is your local source for country music content. 

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    98.5 KYGO
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    240
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