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Rising star Willow Avalon has announced her new album, Pink Pocket Pistol, set for release June 26 via Atlantic Outpost/Assemble Sound.

New Single “Cardinal Sin” Features Jason Isbell

Alongside the announcement, Avalon debuted a new track, “Cardinal Sin,” featuring six-time Grammy winner Jason Isbell. The collaboration marks a milestone moment for the singer-songwriter, as she has been a longtime fan.

“It’s one of my favorite songs on the record, and it’s one of the favorites that I’ve ever written,” Avalon shared of “Cardinal Sin.” “ Having Jason on it was icing on the cake; I’ve loved him forever. I have four Jason Isbell CDs in my car, another 400 in my house, and I have driven around for the last five years harmonizing with his voice and thinking how insane it would be to sing with him. I’m still so honored that it happened.”

Building on the Success of Southern Belle Raisin’ Hell

Pink Pocket Pistol follows Avalon’s January 2025 debut, Southern Belle Raisin’ Hell, which was praised by fans and critics alike. The upcoming project expands on her signature storytelling style while introducing new sonic elements.

“Pink Pocket Pistol is a mix of the lyricism and sassy storylines I’ve continuously written, with more darkness, mystery, and a ’60s country feel,” Avalon explained. “I went in with an idea in my head, and we walked out a week later with it fully executed. Every single person in the room was on the same page. It felt wonderful hearing the record out of speakers—after really, intensive, hard work—exactly what I heard in my head.”

Rising Career Includes Opry and National TV Appearances

The album will also include her previously released single “Easy On The Eyes” and arrives during a breakout period for Avalon. Since her debut, she has performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, CBS Mornings, and the Grand Ole Opry, and is part of the Opry’s 2026 NextStage class.

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Looking ahead, Avalon is set to make her official Stagecoach debut on April 25 in Indio, California, after a surprise appearance during Zach Bryan’s headlining set at the festival last year. She will also appear at several festivals this summer, including Railbird Festival in Kentucky and Headwaters Country Jam in Montana.

Originally from Georgia and now based in Nashville, Avalon began her musical journey at a young age, teaching herself guitar at 12 and using songwriting as a form of self-expression. With Pink Pocket Pistol, she continues to carve out her place as one of country music’s most promising new artists.

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Zac Brown, frontman of the GRAMMY-winning Zac Brown Band, had a full-circle moment at Truist Park on Sunday as he appeared during the Cleveland Guardians vs. Atlanta Braves game to celebrate the debut of the band’s Sunday Night Baseball opening.

Zac Brown Joined by Fiancée Kendra Scott at the Ballpark

Brown was joined by his fiancée Kendra Scott and spoke with legendary sportscaster Bob Costas during the game, reflecting on what the moment meant to him as a lifelong baseball fan and devoted supporter of the Atlanta Braves.

A Lifelong Braves Fan

He shared that the experience felt especially meaningful because of his deep-rooted connection to the team, recalling attending Braves games as a child and describing it as “part of growing up” for him. Brown also noted that he once sang the National Anthem at just 14 years old at Fulton County Stadium before the team moved to its current home, adding another layer to his long history with the franchise.

Zac Brown Band’s new show open now joins a legacy of major sports collaborations, alongside iconic openings like Carrie Underwood’s Sunday Night Football theme and Lenny Kravitz’s Sunday Night Basketball theme. 

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“It’s an honor. We love what we do. We’re blessed to have a career that’s lasted and just still pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, but absolutely love our partnership with MLB and love being here and being able to be a part of it… it’s the most American thing there is,” Brown shared. 

Sunday Night Football Opening

For their opening, Zac Brown Band reimagined Karn Evil 9, 1st Impression Part 2 by Emerson, Lake & Palmer and blended in lines of the classic Take Me Out to the Ball Game, creating a high-energy intro set to kick off Sunday Night Baseball each week for the rest of the season.

Looking ahead, this moment marks just the beginning of a big year for Zac Brown Band as they prepare to launch their Love & Fear Tour.

“The musicianship in my band around me is some of the finest in the world. I’m just super proud of them. We’re just coming off of a residency of the Sphere in Las Vegas that we did in December and January. So we have a big story and a big show that we’ve created for that that we’re going to be bringing out on tour this year, bringing it all across America starting in July. So really excited to bring the fans some things that they haven’t really seen yet.”

To see a full list of upcoming dates, click HERE.

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Lauren Alaina is opening up about her frightening birth experience with her daughter, Beni Doll, in a new interview with Bobby Bones on an episode of Father Knows Less.

Complications During Labor With Daughter Beni Doll

The Georgia native, who admitted she is “learning every day” about motherhood, revealed that she experienced a “wild birth” due to complications involving Beni’s umbilical cord. Speaking with Bones, who recently became a father himself, Alaina detailed the intense and emotional moments she faced during labor.

“When I would push, Beni’s heart rate plummeted and they couldn’t figure out why. So her umbilical cord was wrapped around her head twice and up under her shoulder and then between her legs. So when I would push, it was pulling,” the “All My Exes” singer revealed.

“Very Scary” Moments In The Delivery Room

At the time, Alaina said she didn’t fully understand what was happening, but her instincts told her something wasn’t right.

“I knew something was not right,” she revealed. “So I was very scared. It was very scary.”

Alaina welcomed Beni Doll on June 11, well past her due date, which she later learned may have contributed to the complications.

Facing Difficult Decisions With Doctors

“But they basically told me not to push until the doctor got there. I did not push. And then I pushed … And the doctor came in and told me all these things that we were going to have to do to get her out, like forceps. And there’s like this vacuum that they can use and they’re telling me this. And I look up at my husband and I’m just like scared to death,” she recalled.

Because of the baby’s position, a C-section wasn’t considered the best option in that moment, leaving Alaina and her medical team to weigh difficult choices.

“She was so far down in the birth canal that they would have had to push her back up for a C-section. So they said that really wasn’t the greatest choice at that point either. So then we’re like having to pick the best of not great choices,” she said. “ And I’m not kidding, it scared me so much.”

Her doctor ultimately encouraged her to push while assessing the situation and forming a plan.

“He said…’I want you to push as hard as you can and I just kind of want to see the position of her head and then you’re going to relax and then we’ll do it again and we’re going to get her out.’”

“Something Happened To Me”

In that moment, Alaina says something shifted within her, giving her a strength she didn’t know she had.

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“And I looked up at my husband, I will never forget it. Something happened to me and I pushed her out. They did not have to use anything. Oh really? Something happened to me. They scared me so bad. You see those videos of people like lifting cars off of their children? Yeah. I had that experience.”

After the scary birth experience, Lauren Alaina says she has fully embraced motherhood and is focused on being the best mom she can be. The Georgia native shares that becoming a mom is “the best thing that’s ever happened to me.”

Since welcoming her daughter, Beni Doll, Alaina has often given fans a glimpse into her life at home, sharing sweet photos and videos of their growing girl on social media.

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Fans are finally getting their real first glimpse of Riley Green stepping into the world of Marshals ahead of the highly anticipated April 19 episode, where viewers will be introduced to his character, Garrett.

Meet Garrett: A Former Navy SEAL With A Past

In an exclusive sneak peek shared by USA Today, Garrett is revealed as a former Navy SEAL who reunites with his former teammates Kayce and Cal in the middle of an intense manhunt for what’s described as a “vicious enemy.” The clip opens with Garrett pulling up in a bus before reconnecting with Kayce, played by Luke Grimes.

A Tense Reunion With Kayce And Cal

Their reunion is anything but casual. Kayce questions Garrett’s sudden return, asking him, “After all this time, you just figured you’d show up?”

“Felt like seeing how my old teammate was doing,” Garrett responds.

Kayce makes it clear he’s still very much in the thick of things in his new role:  “I’m a Marshal now. Still in the fight.”

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Cal also questions Garrett’s reappearance. “Man shows up because life is good? I know a damaged man when I see one,” he says, hinting at the struggles Garrett may be facing.

A Troubled Past Comes To Light

The preview confirms Cals fears. Garrett is seen surrounded by bottles, appearing weighed down by memories of his time in the military.

“Music’s my only escape. It helps me forget about the past,” Garrett admits as flashbacks from what appears to be a SEAL operation appear on the screen. 

A Hidden Tease? Fans Spot Unreleased Song ‘My Way’

Fans may also hear a familiar song playing in the background: Riley Green’s “My Way,” which he previously teased on social media last spring. There’s also a quick shot of a scene showing Garrett playing a guitar around the campfire. Could this be a teaser that he may finally be releasing the song after all this time? Fans will have to stay tuned to find out. 

This marks Riley Green’s acting debut, which he confirmed to Country Now in December, revealing at the time that he had a TV appearance in the works. He shared that he felt right at home on set, though the experience came with its challenges, as he balanced filming with his demanding tour schedule.

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“It was a little tough because of the travel, because I was still playing shows every weekend and flying out and flying back and flying out. So that was the tough part about it. But as far as actually on set acting and kind of being there and getting into that head space, I felt like it came sort of natural to me,” he shared. 

Green will appear in the Marshals episode “Blowback” on Sunday, April 19 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on-demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*.

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