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Hannah Harper is officially hitting the road in style after revealing the “big news” that she’s purchased her very own tour bus ahead of a busy stretch of shows.

The American Idol Season 24 winner shared the news while giving fans a glimpse into her new life on the move. Harper revealed that she has already logged more than 1,700 miles this weekend alone while traveling across Missouri, Kentucky, and Georgia before heading back home to the Show-Me State.

“We are officially out on tour, and my heart is so full. 🤍 A huge thank you to @robertsbrotherscoach for taking such incredible care of us and making sure every inch of this bus is road ready. We couldn’t do this without y’all,” she wrote in the caption.

Harper explained that she is feeling “extra grateful” that the person responsible for converting the massive vehicle already purchased all new mattresses and bedding for all the bunks as well as her bed, on top of deep cleaning the entire space. Since she will be spending a lot of time on the road with her husband and their three young sons, the back lounge of the bus has been transformed into a full bedroom, allowing them to be comfortable while on the move.

She packed up the house, preparing all the necessitates that her family will need, while her parents made their way to Nashville to pick up the bus. In the final video clips, she briefly panned around the newly renovated space as she settled in for a weekend with her family, her band, her nanny and bus driver (a.k.a her mom and dad).

The “String Cheese” singer has been on a whirlwind of a journey from the day she auditioned for American Idol to the moment she was crowned this season’s winner. Getting her own tour bus is just another major step in her fast-rising career, and Harper is feeling excited for everything to come.

 “I am so excited to be on my bus this weekend with my crew,” she stated.

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Now that she is fully prepared and ready to tackle her next set of shows, Hannah Haper will be making her way to her “stomping grounds” in Bunker, MO for the Mid American Bash on July 3.

She is slated to return to the Grand Ole Opry stage on July 17 for the first time since making her memorable debut on June 2 and then embark on a trip to South Bend, Indiana on July 6.

Hannah Harper also promised that a full bus tour will be “coming soon.”

Along with her run of headline shows on the String Cheese Tour, fans can catch the rising act opening for select dates of Lauren Alaina and Brad Paisley’s respective tours in the coming months.  

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In less than 10 weeks, country fans will head to Cabo San Lucas for Country Splash, the first-ever multi-day country music festival on the beach in Cabo featuring performances from Riley Green, Tucker Wetmore, Jon Pardi, Diplo, and a lineup of rising country artists.

Taking place September 4-6, the destination festival will combine live country music with beachfront experiences and resort accommodations, creating a unique festival atmosphere in an intimate setting.

For fans planning their trip, there are a few different ways to experience the festival depending on your travel style, group size, and how much of the trip you want included in your package. Here’s a breakdown of the three main options:

Festival Pass Only

For those who already have accommodations in Cabo or prefer to plan their own travel, the festival pass-only option provides access to the Country Splash festival grounds with General Admission, VIP, and single-day options available.

This option allows guests to choose their own hotel and transportation, making it a flexible choice for Cabo locals or fans booking their own trip. Festival passes start at $199.

Hotel Package

The hotel package combines accommodations and festival access into one booking. Starting at $600 per person per night, the package includes VIP Splash passes, roundtrip airport transportation, premium open bar all weekend at the festival, festival shuttle service and concierge support. Choose a hotel on the festival grounds and stay just a few minutes’ walk from all weekend experiences. This option is ideal for couples or groups of friends looking for a more streamlined festival experience.

Private Villa

Designed for groups of 6 to 20 guests, the private villa experience offers a more exclusive way to enjoy Country Splash. Availability is limited and includes VIP festival passes, private airport transportation, dedicated concierge support, daily festival shuttles, and exclusive group experiences.

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Country Splash Lineup

The weekend will get underway on Friday, Sept. 4, with Tucker Wetmore leading the opening night lineup, joined by performances from Dasha, Blake Whiten, and Jacob Hackworth.

Saturday, Sept. 5, will bring sets from Jon Pardi and Diplo, along with performances by LOCASH, Zach John King, and ADHD.

The festival will close out on Sunday, Sept. 6, with Riley Green taking the stage for the final headlining performance, alongside Cameron Whitcomb, Lauren Watkins, and Vavo.

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Throughout the weekend, Dee Jay Silver will keep the energy going as the official DJ for the festival.

With attendance limited to 5,000 guests, Country Splash will give fans the opportunity to experience these artists in a more personal environment than traditional large-scale festivals.

“One of our slogans is no fields, no fences, no distance stages. And we really want to make sure that everyone who comes feels like they’re up close and personal in an intimate environment where they’re not watching their favorite performer from a screen half a mile away,” Country Splash co-founder Robert Fried, previously told us. “They’re watching it up close and personal and they’re really getting the full experience of their favorite country artists.”

How To Book

Fans can book their Country Splash experience by visiting the festival’s official website, or by calling 213-816-1657.

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Luke Combs is reflecting on a standout moment in his career that took place in Nashville over the weekend. The hitmaker was among the many country acts who took the stage at Nissan Stadium on Saturday, June 27 to help celebrate the final show of Alan Jackson’s legendary career.

Appearing in front of a sold-out crowd, Combs delivered his rendition of Jackson’s 2010 release “Hard Hat and a Hammer,” a tribute to everyday working people. The North Carolina native made the song his own, leaning into the lyrics that highlight the “average Joes” who show up each day to do the often unseen work that keeps the world moving.

Combs has had many important performances throughout his career, but this one carried extra meaning for him and the country music community. He took to social media to share a heartfelt message, reflecting on the unforgettable night.

“Last night was so special in so many ways. It was truly a night that I needed more than I even realized,” he admitted. “Getting asked to help honor someone like Alan Jackson was surreal. The impact he’s had on me, so many others, and country music as a whole can’t be overstated.”

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He shared that, in addition to performing what he calls an “all-timer” for him, he also got a rare chance to step back and feel like a fan as he watched fellow hitmakers including Luke Bryan, Lainey Wilson, Eric Church, Miranda Lambert and more come together to honor one of the genre’s most influential figures.

“I watched some of the best country singers in the world stand side stage and go back in time, laugh, cry, sing along, and take themselves back to the feeling that started it all for us. I hung out with my wife, my mom, some old friends, some new friends, ate cookout at 1am, and had a damn BLAST while I was doing it.”

“Last night was one of those nights I’ll never forget. I shook one of my heroes hands and got to thank him for everything he’s done for us. God I love country music,” Combs concluded.

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Alan Jackson’s Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale celebrated the “Chattahoochee” singer’s retirement from touring after over 35 years. All 55,000 tickets for the highly anticipated night were purchased before even going on sale to the general public.

Fans from all over the world, including the U.S., Canada, and countries including Australia, Brazil, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, and the U.K came to Music City to experience the for the once-in-a-lifetime show.

In addition to Luke Combs, the special evening featured an all-star lineup of performers including Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Riley Green, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Jake Owen, Jon Pardi, Thomas Rhett, George Strait, Carrie Underwood, Lainey Wilson, Lee Ann Womack, and more.

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A man named Ron Burkett is going viral for his impressive lawn art created in honor of America’s upcoming 250th birthday.

Located in Trussville, Alabama, Burkett used a string trimmer to carefully cut a massive design into his lawn, featuring a large eagle with “USA 250” above it and stars placed on each side. 

The detailed work has quickly caught attention online after photos and videos began circulating across social media.

Burkett also shared a behind-the-scenes look at the process, including drone footage that highlights the scale and precision of the design. In one photo, he even included a person standing nearby for scale, helping show just how massive the artwork really is.

According to Burkett, “The eagle is 52 ft from wingtip to wingtip and 22 ft from head to tail.”

This isn’t the first time his patriotic yard art has gone viral. Last year, Burkett used a pressure washer to create a giant Statue of Liberty design on his driveway, and surprisingly, it’s still visible today.

“If you look on the driveway, you can see the Statue of Liberty still there from last year,” he wrote in a caption. 

“It’s still holding up pretty well a year later,” he added.

Social media users were quick to comment on Burkett’s art.

“WOW!!!!! OUTSTANDING!!!!   GOD BLESS AMERICA,” one user wrote. Another added, “It’s magnificent! Thanks for being so creative and sharing it with us all! God bless you and the USA!!! 

This week, people across the country will come together to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with festivities taking place in cities nationwide.

Country stars are joining in on the celebration, with performances planned in several locations, including Nashville, where a genre-spanning lineup will take the stage featuring The All-American Rejects, Boyz II Men, Brothers Osborne, Clint Black, Lauren Daigle, NE-YO, Nick Jonas, and Sublime, along with more than 30 local artists, bands, and DJs.

The celebration will culminate in the largest fireworks and drone show in Nashville’s history, making Music City one of the premier destinations for America250 festivities.

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