Bryan invites King to Opry

Zach John King was cut from American Idol during Hollywood Week in 2020 by judge Luke Bryan, who told him to keep gigging.

Key points Bryan invites King to Opry
  1. Zach John King was cut from American Idol during Hollywood Week in 2020 by judge Luke Bryan, who told him to keep gigging.
  2. King took the advice, kept playing shows, and by 2026 is touring with Bryan on the Word on the Street Tour.
  3. Bryan also invited King to make his Grand Ole Opry debut, a milestone for a contestant who never made it past Hollywood Week.
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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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Big Sky Fest lineup set

Under The Big Sky Fest has announced its 2027 lineup, with Zach Bryan, Kacey Musgraves, and Nathaniel Rateliff as headliners for the festival in Whitefish, Montana, July 16th thru 18th.

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.

Country Thunder Wisconsin 2027 lineup

Country Thunder Wisconsin has announced its 2027 headliners: Zach Top, Jon Pardi and Thomas Rhett, with Hudson Westbrook opening Thursday night.

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.

Reba releases Survivor EP

Reba McEntire has released her seventh music capsule, I'm A Survivor – EP, timed to the 25th anniversary of her hit sitcom Reba.

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.

CMA Awards turn 60

The 60th Annual CMA Awards will air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, on ABC and Disney+, streaming on Hulu the next day.

Hayes sweeps Mountain States circuit

Keenan Hayes won all three rounds and the average title at the Boot Barn Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, claiming his fifth year-end circuit championship.

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.

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