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The July 25-26 festival is no longer mentioned at the festival’s website. What happened? Continue reading…The Boot – Country Music News, Music Videos and Songs
Ashland Craft has released a new duet version of her heartfelt track “Momma Don’t Pray Like She Used To” with Chase Rice. Originally featured on her 2025 Dive Bar Beauty Queen album, the song now gains a fresh perspective with Rice joining in on the reflective country ballad.
The songstress tells Country Now that after years of touring together, collaborating with the North Carolina native on this track felt like a natural next step.
“I’d spent so many miles on the road with Chase over the years, but this song gave us the chance to slow down and really connect over where we come from and how those early chapters shape who we are. Having Chase bring his voice and perspective to ‘Momma Don’t Pray Like She Used To’ felt incredibly natural,” Craft shared.
They each draw from their upbringing and the people who shaped them, coming together through a shared understanding of their backgrounds, something they’ve bonded over while on the road. With Chase Rice’s voice complementing Craft’s warm and rich vocals, the duet feels like a look into two journeys that have intertwined on the road and in life.
“Between the stories, the shared Carolina roots, and his honest approach to songwriting, he brought a depth that made this version feel both familiar and brand new,” she added.
The song, penned by Craft with Jess Grommet, Willie Morrison and Corey Elizabeth Grogan, is a tender reflection on the quiet ways a mother cares and prays for her children. Craft first takes listeners back in time, describing how her own mother would read Bible verses every night and pray hard for the safety of her child.
Rice joins in to lead the third verse where he adds to the perspective of a grown adult who has come to realize that their mother’s concern during her child’s upbringing has shifted to more “Thank You’s” rather than seeking support and guidance in her prayers.
“These days it’s a little more “Thank you, Lord”/ That she asked you for some help/ ‘Cause these days I’m a little more put together, Lord/ ‘Stead of putting her through hell/ Every night it’s still “Amen” ’cause that’s what mommas do/ Oh, that’s what mommas do/ Oh, but momma don’t pray like she used to, no,” they deliver on the chorus.
Regardless, they still recognize that a mother’s guidance and prayers remain steady through all walks of life. “Momma Don’t Pray Like She Used To” is full of gratitude and warmth. Rice and Craft effortlessly take the heartfelt story to the next level as their voices blend together, capturing the evolving bond between a mother and child.
Today’s release was accompanied by a music video starring Ashland Craft, Chase Rice, and Rice’s beloved dog, Jack. The trio relaxes in a retro-style living room, flipping through old photo albums, sharing laughs, and swapping memories that bring the song’s heartfelt message to life. Click above to watch.
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The Rock the Country festival stop in Anderson, South Carolina has been canceled due to “unforeseen circumstances,” coming on the heels of co-headliner Shinedown pulling out of the event.
On Friday morning, Shinedown shared a statement across their official social media accounts:
“Shinedown is everyone’s band. We feel that we have been given a platform to bring all people together through the power of music and song. We have one boss, and it is everyone in the audience. Our band’s purpose is to unite, not divide. With that in mind, we have made the decision that we will not be playing the Rock the Country Festival.”
“We know that this decision will create difference of opinion. But we do not want to participate in something we believe will create further division. And to our fans, thank you for supporting and believing in us. We love and appreciate you always.”
Following Shinedown’s departure, the festival reportedly emailed ticketholders notifying them of the cancellation and offering the option to transfer tickets to a different Rock the Country date or receive a full refund.
Shinedown is now the fourth act to withdraw from the festival, joining Ludacris, whose team clarified to Rolling Stone that “lines got crossed and he wasn’t supposed to be on there,” as well as Carter Faith and Morgan Wade, who pulled out without issuing formal statements.
Despite the Anderson cancellation, Rock the Country is still scheduled to make stops in seven cities across the U.S.:
- Bellville, TX — Austin County Fairgrounds, May 1–2, 2026
- Bloomingdale, GA — Ottawa Farms, May 29–30, 2026
- Sioux Falls, SD — W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds, June 27–28, 2026
- Ashland, KY — Boyd County Fairgrounds, July 10–11, 2026
- Hastings, MI — Barry Expo Center, August 8–9, 2026
- Ocala, FL — Florida Horse Park, August 28–29, 2026
- Hamburg, NY — Erie County Fairgrounds, September 11–12, 2026
Lineups vary by city and feature artists such as Kid Rock (co-founder of the festival), Jelly Roll, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Creed, Brooks & Dunn, Riley Green, Miranda Lambert, Hank Williams Jr., Jon Pardi, Ella Langley, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Brantley Gilbert, Treaty Oak Revival, Gavin Adcock, Nelly, and more.
“It’s this simple. Rock The Country isn’t just a music festival; it’s a movement,” Kid Rock said in a previous statement. “In 2026, as America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this is a place for hard-working, God-fearing patriots to gather as one and celebrate freedom, music, and the party of the year.”
“Rock The Country was built to honor the communities that don’t always get the spotlight, but show up with heart every single time,” Nathan Baugh, CEO and Partner of Peachtree Entertainment, added. “As we look ahead to 2026 and America’s 250th anniversary, we are raising the bar across the entire tour with bigger lineups, more intentional fan experiences, and meaningful investments in comfort and production,” added Shane Quick, President of Live Events. “This is not just a tour. It is a celebration of the people, places, and music that define this country.”
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