CMA Country Christmas lineup set

The 2026 edition of CMA Country Christmas will air Tuesday, Dec. 1 on ABC, with streaming available the next day.

Key points CMA Country Christmas lineup set
  1. The 2026 edition of CMA Country Christmas will air Tuesday, Dec. 1 on ABC, with streaming available the next day.
  2. Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, Lady A, Russell Dickerson and Trisha Yearwood lead the performance lineup, joined by Bebe Winans, Debbie Winans, Grace Bowers and Lindsey Stirling.
  3. The special has already been recorded at Belmont University in Nashville, but no host has been announced yet.
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Gilbert Days Rodeo returns

The Gilbert Days Rodeo returns for 2026 with GCPRA performances November 20th, 21st and 22nd at Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre in Queen Creek, Arizona.

Key points Gilbert Days Rodeo returns
  1. The Gilbert Days Rodeo returns for 2026 with GCPRA performances November 20th, 21st and 22nd at Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre in Queen Creek, Arizona.
  2. The volunteer-run rodeo, formed in 1978 by the Gilbert Promotional Corporation, is a stop on the Grand Canyon Professional Rodeo Association circuit.
  3. For the first time in its history it adds a Gilbert Days Junior Rodeo on November 19th, plus a Pony Express ride, Lil' Dudes Mutton Bustin', trick riding and a free after-party concert.
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Bryan's 'Drunk on You' doubts

Luke Bryan said on the Bobbycast that he almost backed away from his No. 1 hit 'Drunk on You' because he feared the lyric 'Girl, you make my speakers go boom boom' was too cheesy.

IPRA rodeo news roundup

The International Professional Rodeo Association's news page lists a run of recent announcements, led by a partnership with the Premier Women's Rodeo to expand competitive pathways and athlete earnings.

Brooks & Dunn's new album

Brooks & Dunn are working on a new record, their first album of original music since 2007's Cowboy Town.

Wright Way bronc riding school

The Wright family, a saddle bronc riding dynasty with multiple world championships across three generations, is holding its 5th Annual The Wright Way Bronc Riding School on November 23–25, 2026, at the Golden Spike Event Center in West Ogden, Utah.

Swift inducted into Songwriters Hall

Taylor Swift was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame at a ceremony at Music City Center, becoming the youngest inductee in the organization's history at age 36.

Leme sets PBR 90-point record

Jose Vitor Leme rode Super Trooper for 92.20 points on the opening night of PBR Teams: Outlaw Days in Kansas City, tying Chris Shivers' PBR record of 94 career 90-point rides.

PBR Finals tickets on sale

Tickets for the PBR World Finals in Glendale, Arizona, go on sale October 26, available online and at the Desert Diamond Box Office during operating hours.

Booth sets Texas tour

Country artist Laci Kaye Booth will launch her "Love Letters to Texas" tour on Feb. 10 at the House of Blues in Dallas, with further stops in Houston, The Woodlands and Austin.

Hart Trailer WPRA giveaway

Hart Trailer is again giving a WPRA member a one-year lease on a trailer at this year's WPRA World Finals, with Hoof Grip Livestock Flooring adding premium flooring to the prize.

Bo Bryan commits to Georgia

Country star Luke Bryan's son Bo Bryan has committed to play college football at the University of Georgia, the school he grew up rooting for.

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