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“My Boy” singer Elvie Shane will be singing a new tune now as he’s now a girl dad! The singer and his wife Mandi welcomed a daughter on July 20. Zaelyn Journey Payton made her arrival at 2:21 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, in Somerset, Kentucky, weighing in at 8 lbs., 1 oz., and measuring

Biz Markie held a special place in Barack and Michelle Obama‘s hearts, as evidenced by the words they shared with his widow … which touched on a long-forgotten moment they shared in the run-up to the 2008 election. Mrs. Biz … Tara Hall herself, provided this copy of the letter the Obamas sent … and

After a rain-out on Saturday (7/31) in Nashville, TN, more of Garth Brooks’ tour dates may be up in the air. With two stops planned for Kansas City, Missouri (8/7) and Lincoln, Nebraska (8/14), the remaining dates for the superstar’s stadium tour may be put on hold due to the rising COVID numbers. “It breaks

Britney Spears just told a long, bizarre story about getting locked in her bathroom in the middle of the night … and it’s eyebrow-raising for sure. The pop star just shared her wild bathroom adventure, explaining how she got trapped in there in the first place and detailing the lengths to which she and others

Emerging country star Ryan Hurd preaches the wisdom of going with the flow in his new track, “Coast,” a grooving new tune released over the weekend (July 30). Perfect for the dog days of summer — or honestly, just being in a summertime state of mind — the relaxed-fit jam features a satisfying wind-blown sway,

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez popped into a jewelry store during their romantic European getaway — trying on some serious pieces — but there’s no ring in play, yet. The shopping trip went down last week at Faraone Mennella jewelry store in Capri, and a store spokesperson tells us J Lo tried on a number

Dylan Scott has a big problem. The rising country star needs a new truck — and he needs it now — since the one he’s got needs to go. Marking the Louisiana native’s next radio single, his “New Truck” arrives as a hard-hitting heartbreak anthem with a 4×4 setup, and a theme that would bring

Play video content BET Biz Markie is being honored in the wake of his death — with friends, family and loved ones coming out to speak on his behalf in a major celebration of life … and TMZ’s live streaming the event. The rapper’s funeral took place early Monday in the Big Apple, with a

1 year ago… Luke Combs married Nicole hocking at their home near Florida. Luke told us about his “forever after all” video, which features wedding day footage. 7 years ago… Blake Shelton headlined for the first time at New York’s Madison square garden. A couple of years later, Blake told me about why fun songs at

English artist David Gray was in his early 30s when the folksy jams and soothing vocals on his fourth album “White Ladder” shot to the top with some notable singles like “Babylon,” “Sail Away” and of course “This Year’s Love.” Although David Gray has made the most of his musical talents with a catalog of

Brett Young is now a girl’s dad times two as he and his wife, Taylor, welcomed their new little girl into the world on July 21. The “Lady” singer announced the happy news on social media, sharing a precious picture of his sweet newborn. His daughter looked so peaceful and pretty wrapped up in a

Dolly Parton threw down major dough she collected off the success of one of Whitney Houston‘s biggest hits — a rendition of Dolly’s, no doubt — into a Black Tennessee community … something that doesn’t appear to have been known, until now. The singer made the revelation this week during an appearance on ‘WWHL’ with

Country hit maker Lauren Alaina has announced a new album project, revealing the details behind Sitting Pretty On Top of the World. Marking her third full-length studio LP and featuring 15 songs, the set will arrive on September 3. Alaina co-wrote 14 of the 15 tracks on the new album, teaming up with hit makers

Play video content TMZ.com Here’s the last time ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill performed with the band before his death … and you can tell something’s just not right with him. TMZ obtained this video from ZZ Top’s last concert with Dusty — July 18 at the Iroquois Amphitheater in Louisville, KY — and he’s

Country stars Jimmie Allen and Brad Paisley found the express lane to feel-good nostalgia on their duet, “Freedom Was a Highway.” And with a new music video, the duo take a trip to fantasy land. Co-directed by Jimmie Allen and Christopher Beyrooty, the cinematic clip tells a story full of imagination. It begins simple enough,

Play video content 42 Dugg has responded to a now-viral video of him kissing and licking his son’s neck — and he’s firing back with nothing but homophobia. The rapper addressed a clip he posted late this week in which he’s seen being affectionate with his young son — who just turned 3 — aboard

Tayla Lynn bears a special tattoo on her arm that reads “to sing is to breathe.” As the granddaughter of country legend Loretta Lynn, it’s a symbolic phrase she lives by, honoring her grandmother’s voice while sharing her own. Like her grandmother, Lynn’s passion for music and humble spirit shine through in our conversation that

Country star Jake Owen is going to have to hit pause on celebrating the success of his hit song, “Made For You” … he’s being sued for allegedly stealing it. Alexander Cardinale and Morgan Reid filed legal docs in Nashville claiming Jake’s version lifts the lyrics and melody directly from their 2014 track with the

Earlier this month, country radio DJ and TV personality Bobby Bones got married to his longtime bae, Caitlin Parker, celebrating with a star-studded ceremony in Nashville. And being such a prominent figure in the country community, you knew the event would be packed with stars. That it was, with guest like Dierks Bentley, Jake Owen

Biz Markie is getting a grand sendoff from his famous friends and family … his celebration of life is set for Monday in New York City. Sources tell TMZ … Al Sharpton will deliver the eulogy and celebs like Fat Joe, LL Cool J, Papoose, Big Daddy Kane, Al B. Sure! and Leland Robinson will