Chris Stapleton won his eighth Male Vocalist of the Year award at the CMA Awards, leaving fellow artist Luke Combs visibly shocked. Stapleton, who now holds 19 CMA awards, also won Song of the Year and Single of the Year. During his acceptance speech, he humorously forgot to thank his wife, Morgane, but later apologized and acknowledged her contributions. The event highlighted Stapleton's dominance in country music and Combs' entertaining reactions.
The Carolina Panthers have sparked outrage among fans, including country music star Luke Combs, after trading edge rusher Brian Burns to the New York Giants for draft picks. The move reflects the team's decision to reset in free agency, focusing on rebuilding the offense and providing protection for quarterback Bryce Young. While the trade may seem questionable, new general manager Dan Morgan aims to rebuild the team strategically, addressing issues with the offensive line and making moves to improve the team's performance in the upcoming season.
Tracy Chapman's 1988 hit "Fast Car" saw a 38,400% surge in sales following her surprise performance with Luke Combs at the Grammys, where Combs covered the song. This came after Combs' version on his 2023 album "Gettin' Old" brought the song back into the mainstream, earning Chapman a Country Music Association award. Chapman's original version was streamed 949,000 times in the U.S. the day after the Grammys, marking a 241% increase, while sales soared to 14,000. Combs' version also saw a 37% increase in streams and a 3,900% increase in sales.
Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend at Iowa Speedway announces Eric Church and Kelsea Ballerini as the final headliners for the event in July 2024, joining Luke Combs and Post Malone. The concerts will take place before and after the races, with each lasting about 90 minutes, and are included in the ticket price.
Luke Combs attended the 2024 Grammys with his wife, Nicole Hocking, and received a standing ovation for his performance of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car." The couple, who welcomed their second child in August 2023, looked stylish at the event. Although Combs didn't win the Best Country Solo Performance award, his cover of "Fast Car" has garnered significant recognition, earning accolades at the Country Music Association Awards and propelling Chapman's original single to the top of the iTunes charts.
Tracy Chapman made a triumphant return to the stage at the Grammy Awards, performing her iconic song "Fast Car" live for the first time in years alongside country star Luke Combs, whose cover of the song became a hit. Chapman's performance exuded joy and confidence, receiving rapturous applause and standing ovation from her musical peers. Combs' faithful cover of the song demonstrated its timeless appeal, staying true to Chapman's original recording and resonating with a new generation.
Tracy Chapman's performance of "Fast Car" with Luke Combs at the Grammy Awards led to the song reaching No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart, along with her 1988 debut album. The original song peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and Chapman's rare appearance at the Grammys garnered a standing ovation and cheers from the crowd. Luke Combs expressed his admiration for Chapman and the song, which has had a significant impact on him since childhood. Tracy Chapman, known for hits like "Give Me One Reason" and "Baby Can I Hold You," has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including 13 Grammy nominations and four wins.
At the 2024 GRAMMYs, Luke Combs and Tracy Chapman performed a duet of "Fast Car," Miley Cyrus won her first GRAMMYs, and women dominated the event with Taylor Swift winning Album of the Year and SZA receiving multiple awards. Other notable moments included boygenius winning their first GRAMMYs, Tyla making history as the first South African female solo musician to win a GRAMMY, and Joni Mitchell's first-ever GRAMMYs performance at the age of 80.
Tracy Chapman made a highly anticipated appearance at the Grammy Awards to perform "Fast Car" with Luke Combs, earning a standing ovation and cheers from the audience. Combs' cover of the song reached No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart, making Chapman the first Black woman to top the chart since 1990. Both artists won CMA awards for the song, with Chapman's individual win coming 35 years after the song's debut.
Tracy Chapman made a surprise return to the Grammy stage, performing a duet of her iconic song "Fast Car" with country star Luke Combs. The performance received a standing ovation from the audience, including Taylor Swift. Chapman, who released eight albums between 1988 and 2008, has made few public appearances since her last tour in 2009. Combs's cover of "Fast Car" reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was up for a Grammy for best country solo performance.
Tracy Chapman will make a rare public appearance at the Grammys to perform a duet of "Fast Car" with Luke Combs, who had a hit with a cover version of the song last year. Chapman's original version of the song was released in 1988 and has seen a resurgence in popularity. Despite her absence from the public eye, Chapman has expressed support for Combs' version and has received accolades for the song's success.
Burna Boy, Luke Combs, and Travis Scott have been added to the performer lineup for the 2024 GRAMMYs, joining previously announced performers Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and Olivia Rodrigo. The awards will air live on Feb. 4, with Trevor Noah hosting. Additionally, former GRAMMY U members, including Scott Hoying and Sarah Tudzin, are nominated for awards, and producer D’Mile is nominated for Producer Of The Year, Non-Classical.
Burna Boy, Luke Combs, and Travis Scott are set to perform at the 66th annual Grammy Awards, joining previously announced artists Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and Olivia Rodrigo. The event will take place at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on February 4 and will be broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+. Nigerian singer Burna Boy is nominated for four awards, while Combs and Scott are also nominated in their respective categories. R&B star SZA leads the list of nominations with a total of nine.
Luke Combs and Post Malone are set to perform at Iowa's 2024 Hy-Vee IndyCar Weekend, which will feature a unique doubleheader weekend of motor racing. Combs will perform on Saturday, July 13, before the first NTT IndyCar Series race, while Post Malone will take the stage on Sunday, July 14, following the final race. Both concerts will be held on the trackside Hy-Vee Stage and are included with the weekend ticket. The Hy-Vee IndyCar Weekend has become a popular event, attracting major bands and offering a weekend of entertainment for racing enthusiasts in Iowa.
Luke Combs and Post Malone will headline the entertainment lineup for IndyCar's doubleheader at Iowa Speedway, with Combs performing on July 13 and Malone on July 14. The concerts will take place trackside and are included with each ticket, with the option to purchase a Concert Pit Pass for exclusive access. This event marks the third year that Hy-Vee has sponsored the IndyCar event at Iowa Speedway, and additional entertainment acts will be announced soon.
