James invited to Opry debut

Greylan James was surprised by a video in which Jordan Davis and HARDY invited him to make his Grand Ole Opry debut on October 24.

Key points James invited to Opry debut
  1. Greylan James was surprised by a video in which Jordan Davis and HARDY invited him to make his Grand Ole Opry debut on October 24.
  2. James, who co-wrote songs with both artists, said standing in the same circle as his heroes is more than he ever imagined.
  3. The news comes days after he announced his self-titled debut album and ahead of his first headline tour.
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Wrangler x Coors Encore Collection

Wrangler and Coors Banquet have released a second collaborative Western wear collection, the Encore Collection, for fall.

Key points Wrangler x Coors Encore Collection
  1. Wrangler and Coors Banquet have released a second collaborative Western wear collection, the Encore Collection, for fall.
  2. The lineup spans denim, shirts, vests, outerwear, and accessories, blending Wrangler's Western silhouettes with Coors Banquet branding.
  3. The brands tie the collection to country music culture, including limited-edition jeans featuring music from Chase Rice's new single embedded in the denim.
  4. Both brands have deep rodeo ties: Wrangler sponsors the National Finals Rodeo and Coors Banquet has sponsored professional rodeo and the PRCA for decades.
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