RIC HINES THE COUNTY LINE
Hey y’all, I’m Ric Hines, lead vocalist of The One County Band and a proud Nashville recording artist. This is The County Line, your backstage pass to the heart of country music.
Each week, I’m bringing you the latest in country music news, exclusive interviews with rising stars and legends alike, and a personal look into my journey as a country musician. From life on the road to behind-the-scenes studio stories, you’ll hear it all right here.
And before we wrap each episode, I’ll leave you with a dose of positivity to lift your spirits and keep your boots tapping.
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Episodes
132 episodes
DOLLY PARTON CANCELS LAS VEGAS RESIDENCY
Country music icon Dolly Parton has officially canceled her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency, leaving fans disappointed but understanding as details surrounding the decision emerge.
WARREN ZEIDERS UP COMMING TOUR & STAYING TRUE TO HIS ROOTS!
Warren Zeiders Talks Touring and Staying True to His Roots!
EMILY ANN ROBERTS NEW RELEASE MY FUTURE
Emily Ann Roberts‘ signature country charm comes to life in her brand-new release, “My Future.”
AVERY ANNA ACM NEW FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Avery Anna reached a major career milestone, earning her first-ever ACM Award.
ZACH TOP EXTENDS COLD BEER AND COUNTRY MUSIC TOUR
After teasing “big news,” Zach Top has officially extended his headlining Cold Beer & Country Music Tour through the summer.
TENNESSEE WHISKEY HAPPENED BY ACCIDENT
Chris Stapleton sang "Tennessee Whiskey" on the fly during a soundcheck before a show. Stapleton and his band decided to play it for every concert from then on.
MEGAN MORONEY'S THIRD ALBUM CLOUD 9
Megan Moroney is gearing up for her biggest year yet. The country music superstar recently sat down for an in-depth interview to discuss her highly anticipated third studio album, Cloud9, which officially drops on February 20th.
CODY JOHNSON'S NEW ALBUM BANKS OF THE TRINITY
A new era of Cody Johnson is on the way and this one hit's close to home.
LUKE COMBS NAMED ONE OF TIMES MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE OF 2026
Combs didn’t just make the list. He also landed on one of TIME’s international covers, solidifying his place as a worldwide force in music.
GRAMMY WINNER RAY STEVENS 87 BREAKS HIS NECK AFTER A FALL
Ray Stevens is recovering after suffering a fall. According to a press release the two-time Grammy winner suffered a fall on Sunday, March 29 that left him with a broken neck.
JON PARDI'S NEW SONG BOOTS OFF
Jon Pardi’s latest video for “Boots Off” feels like a bit of a reset not in a big, dramatic way, but in how natural it all comes across.
LUKE GRIMES SOPHOMORE ALBUM RED BIRD
Luke Grimes is diving head-first into "the most honest" era of his storytelling that he has ever encountered.
COLTON BOWLIN'S NEW ALBUM GRANDPA'S MILL
Colton Bowlin may have lost his grandfather in 2025, but thanks to his recently released album, Grandpa's Mill, the spirit of that d...
RANDY TRAVIS FIRST MAJOR TOUR SINCE STROKE IN 2013
Randy Travis refuses to remain sidelined after suffering a stroke in 2013.
2026 ACM AWARD NOMINATIONS
The nominees for the 2026 ACM Awards were revealed Thursday morning (April 9), with this year's nominees including both established hitmakers and ...
ELLA LANGLEY FOUGHT HER LABEL TO RECORD YOU LOOK LIKE YOU LOVE ME
Ella Langley always believed in her song
ALISON NICHOLS WINE BOX PROBLEMS
Alison Nichols has no problem having a good time.
ASHLEY MONROE NEW SONG I HATE TEXAS
Ashley Monroe is turning heads with her surprise album Dear Nashville and its brutally honest track “I Hate Nashville,”
MELISSA ETHERIDGE & CHRIS STAPLETON DUET
Duets aren’t really Melissa Etheridge’s thing. But something about Chris Stapleton made her change her tune.
KANE & KATELYN BROWN BEAUTY & THE BEAST DUET
Kane Brown and his wife Katelyn may make marriage look easy but delivering a Disney duet proved to be anything but.
TIM McGRAW'S NEW SONG DIFFERENT
Released on Easter with a religious message.
CHRIS YOUNG OPENING FAMOUS FRIENDS IN NASHVILLE
Chris Young is opening a new Sports Bar in Nashville.
SHENANDOAH ANNOUNCES 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
Shenandoah has announced their 40th anniversary tour, set to take place throughout 2026. The country group will celebrate four decades of music with performances across the U.S.
18 YEAR OLD BAYLEE LYNN'S NEW SINGLE YOU DIDN'T LOVE ME
There’s heartbreak, and then there’s the kind of gut-punch honesty only a rising star like Baylee Lynn can deliver. With her new single, “You Didn’t Love Me,” Lynn stakes her claim as one of country music’s most compelling voices to watch, prov...