Country Music News Round Up: December 3, 2024

Country Music News Round-Up: Randy Houser’s Superstar Duet, Rosanne Cash Exhibit, and New Music Uncovered from George Jones.

Written by Amanda Tempel

Here’s your look at what’s happening in country music this week:

Country music star and Army Reserve soldier Craig Morgan performed the national anthem at the Salute To Service games for the Tennessee Titans on November 17 and the Green Bay Packers on November 24. Morgan, a veteran with 17 years of service and a Warrant Officer in the Army Reserve, continues to support military personnel through organizations like the USO and Operation Finally Home. Catch Craig out on Blake Shelton's Friends & Heroes Tour in 2024.

Randy Houser and Miranda Lambert have teamed up for a heartfelt collaboration on “Still That Cowboy.” Their vocal chemistry shines through in this powerful track, which is a standout on Houser’s upcoming Note To Self Deluxe album, due in January.

Sail away! Flying Dutchmen Travel announced the Country Cruising Cruise, set to sail from Fort Lauderdale on October 27 - November 1, 2025, with stops in Key West and Nassau, Bahamas. The music festival at sea will feature performances by Trace Adkins, LOCASH, William Michael Morgan, Jerrod Niemann, and more, with opportunities for fans to interact through activities like line dancing, karaoke, whiskey tastings, and a special Halloween party. Cabins are available starting at $1,199, and additional artists will be announced soon.

Opening December 5, the Rosanne Cash: Time Is a Mirror exhibit explores the life and legacy of the acclaimed artist, who was raised within a legendary musical family and has since built her own distinguished career. Known as a "musical mystic" and "songwriting time traveler," Cash's work spans genres and transcends time with her unique voice. That’s not all, Roseanne also announced a two-disc album featuring handpicked songs from each her albums.

George Jones: The Lost Nashville Sessions is now available, offering fans a collection of sixteen tracks featuring both iconic hits and rare gems from the country legend's 1970s recordings. These previously unreleased songs, including favorites like “The Race Is On” and “The Grand Tour,” have been restored to modern quality, preserving Jones' signature sound with enhanced instrumentation. This treasure trove of music, discovered from discarded radio promotion tapes, gives a fresh glimpse into Jones’ career, showcasing his emotional depth and lasting impact on country music.

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