Luke Bryan, who recently ranked in the Top 20 of Pollstar's Artists of the Millennium List based on ticket sales, will bring the "Word On The Street Tour" to Vibrant Arena in Moline, IL, on July 10, 2026. Luke was one of only two country artists to make Pollstar's Top 20, having sold more than 20 million conc...

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The Chicago Cubs & St. Louis Cardinals are bringing the BIGGEST Midwest rivalry heat to Busch Stadium on Thursday, July 30th, and 973 River Country is rolling out the red carpet for the rowdiest road trip of Summer. Picture this: You're kicking back in a comfy Midwest Bus Trips charter bus, zero traffic headaches, ...

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This Friday night at Racks On The Rocks on Farmington road, , it's your chance to win tickets to see Carrie Underwood will perform in concert in Moline at John Deere Classic Golf Tournament! People will win pairs of tickets This Friday At Rack On The Rocks while we broadcast LIVE 7 til 9 with Brian On The Radio! Join u...

Another chance to win tickets for River & Rails & more! Someone from Peoria/ Central Illinois will win a 2026 Bud Hog Roadglide, so don't miss the biggest riding event of the season! The Harley-Davidson Summer Rides to benefit St. Jude Childrens Hospital rolls into another city every Thursday all summer! Here's...

Check the pics right here! Tailgate N' Tallboys is where the spirit of country music comes to life, bringing fans together for unforgettable weekends filled with great music, cold drinks, and good times. From the tailgate to the stage, we deliver the best in live entertainment, featuring today's hottest country artists...

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Josh Ross has earned his first No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart, Billboard announced, as Hate How You Look reached the top of the latest ranking. Th...

Alan Jackson closed out his touring career with a final concert in Nashville, marking the end of a run that has made him one of country music's most r...

As Alan Jackson prepares to take the stage for his final concert in Nashville, music industry leaders are reflecting on the values that shaped his rem...

Jelly Roll has released a new song called Hands Up, adding another emotionally driven track to his growing catalog. The new release arrives with a mes...

Country Thunder Alberta will no longer take place after organizers announced the festival's cancellation just two days before it was scheduled to begi...

Brandon Flowers is set to return with a new solo album, marking his first standalone release in more than a decade. Following a recent announcement, B...

Bailey Zimmerman is facing legal proceedings in New Mexico after authorities filed charges connected to an alleged incident at an Albuquerque hotel. A...

Country singer Ella Langley shared a deeply personal message with fans during a recent concert in Oklahoma City, speaking about the challenges she has...