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We've got big news in country music and tasty updates from around Charlotte today!

• 🎸 Tim McGraw showed true grit at the MLB Speedway Classic, making a triumphant comeback after multiple surgeries. His performance with Pitbull at Bristol Motor Speedway marks an inspiring return to the stage.
• ⭐ Big news for Taylor Swift fans - she might soon add another achievement to her list. The Country Music Hall of Fame could welcome her in 2026, marking two decades since her debut.
• 🍕 Looking for a hot dinner spot? Bird Pizzeria tops Charlotte's most-wanted tables, with six other must-try spots making the exclusive list.
• 🍷 Wine fans, take note! Postino Wine Cafe is bringing its second location to Plaza Midwood, adding to Charlotte's growing food scene.

Stay tuned for more great stories coming your way!

Country Music

Fans Want Carrie Underwood for Super Bowl Spotlight

After 13 years of bringing Sunday Night Football to life, Carrie Underwood's fans are making their voices heard. A fresh NFL promo featuring the country star's powerful vocals has sparked a wave of support for her to take center stage at the Super Bowl. With talks of a potential country music takeover featuring some of the biggest names in the industry, could this be the year we see Carrie command football's biggest night?

Concert Moments

Morgan Wallen Makes Young Fan's Night With Surprise FaceTime Call

During his show at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Morgan Wallen spotted a mom FaceTiming her 10-year-old son who couldn't make it to the concert. What happened next turned into an unforgettable moment for both the young fan and the 60,000 people watching. The sweet interaction marks a bright spot in Wallen's I'm The Problem stadium tour, showing a different side of the country star's connection with fans.

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What's Happening in Charlotte?

• Dierks Bentley Broken Branches Tour: GET READY! Dierks Bentley's Broken Branches Tour is coming to PNC Music Pavilion Charlotte on Saturday, 8/9, with special guests Zach Top & The Band Loula!
• Charlotte FC in Leagues Cup vs. CF Monterrey – August 7 at Bank of America Stadium: See Charlotte FC take on Monterrey in a high-energy international soccer match. Part of the Leagues Cup competition—tickets from $56+
• Improv comedy at Charlotte Comedy Theater: Cheap laughs with improv shows on Friday or Saturday nights—tickets around $5–$15, plenty of fun for minimal cost

Nashville News

Ashley McBryde to Launch Nashville's First Alcohol-Free Bar

Ashley McBryde is set to open a new bar named Redemption on Aug. 28 in Nashville. Located on the fifth floor of Chief's, Eric Church's flagship venue, Redemption will offer a welcoming space for all patrons, with a focus on non-alcoholic and zero-proof drinks. McBryde's personal path toward sobriety inspires the venue and aims to normalize not drinking as a conscious lifestyle choice.

That's a wrap on today's news!

What a packed day in country music! From Tim McGraw's comeback at MLB Speedway to Taylor Swift's potential Hall of Fame nod, the hits keep coming. Carrie Underwood's NFL theme song has fans dreaming big about a Super Bowl show, while Morgan Wallen touched hearts with a surprise FaceTime call. In Nashville, Ashley McBryde's breaking new ground with an alcohol-free bar.

Charlotte's buzzing too! Bird Pizzeria leads the hot spots list, Postino Wine Cafe adds a new location, and don't miss Dierks Bentley at PNC Music Pavilion this weekend. Plus, Charlotte FC faces off against CF Monterrey at Bank of America Stadium.

Keep it locked on Country 103.7 for more Charlotte news and the best in country music!