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
48 episodes
HARDY IS SHAKING UP NASHVILLE
Here’s a clear, engaging look at the life and career of HARDY, the country‑rock artist shaking up Nashville. HARDY has become one of modern country music’s most distinctive voices. His rise blends small‑town roots, sharp songwriting, and a b...
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Episode 48
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GWEN STEFANI & BLAKE SHELTON RELATIONSHIP SOLID AND NOT BREAKING UP
Here’s a clear and up‑to‑date look at the relationship of Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton, with reporting and confirming that—despite rumors—they are not breaking up.
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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2:59
WILLIE NELSON IS THRIVING AT AGE 92.
The country icon spoke in an interview and opened up about the current state of his life and health, with his wife Annie D'Angelo, who’s joking t...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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2:59
REBA MCENTIRE & REX LINN ENGADGEMENT
Reba McEntire Says She 'Feels Like a Teenager Again' amid Engagement to Rex Linn!
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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2:59
TRISHA YEARWOOD & GARTH BROOKS INTERTWINED LIFE
Here’s a rich, story‑driven look at the intertwined life, careers, and songwriting journey of Trisha Yearwood and Garth Brooks, two of country music’s most influential artists.
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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MY 2026 RESOLUTIONS FOR COUNTRY MUSIC FANS
CMR NASHVILLE LISTENERS, I WISH YOU THE VERY BEST 2026 AND THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THE CMR NASHVILLE DAILY NEWS.
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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2:59
KEITH URBAN IS GIVING BACK
Keith Urban’s story is a blend of international roots, musical reinvention, and genre‑blending success. He’s one of the few artists who has bridged Nashville tradition with pop‑rock polish, all while maintaining a distinctive guitar‑driven s...
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Episode 42
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2:59
FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE
Florida Georgia Line (Tyler Hubbard of Georgia and Brian Kelley of Florida) were one of the most influential country duos of the 2010s. Their rise was explosive, their impact undeniable, and their ending more personal than dramatic.
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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WILLIE NELSON & SON LUKAS NOMINATED FOR SAME GRAMMY AWARD
You’d be forgiven for thinking competing nominations in the same category at the Grammy Awards might inspire members of the average family to engage in some friendly rivalry. But ...
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Episode 40
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2:59
JELLYROLL GETS PARDONED
On Thursday, Dec. 18, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee pardoned the country music star for two robbery and drug felonies, offering him forgiveness from the state.
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Episode 39
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2:59
LADY A IS GETTING IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT
The country group comprised of Hillary Scott,
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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2:59
RISING YOUNG COUNTRY STAR MADDOX BATSON
The 15-year-old rising young country star was discovered after his covers on TikTok went viral in 2023 and it's been full steam ahead since.
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Episode 37
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CLINT BLACK FROM THE STAGE TO THE PAGE
Clint Black is taking his talents from the stage to the page. The 63-year-old young Grammy-winning country music star will release a new memoir,
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Episode 36
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TEXAS LEGEND JOE ELY PASSES AWAY
On December 15th, Joe Ely, The Texas Troubadour and Texas Legend have passed away, He was 78.
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Episode 35
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2:59
THE MAVERICS RAUL MALO PASSES AWAY
Raul Francisco Martínez-Malo Jr. passed away December 8th. He had been battling cancer.
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Episode 34
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2:59
RUSSELL DICKERSON REFLECTS ON RECORD BREAKING YEAR
It’s been a wild, life-changing year for Russell Dickerson, filled with milestones and achievements that still feel surreal to him.
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Episode 33
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2:59
VINCENT MASON IS PREPARING FOR STADIUM DATES WITH MORGAN WALLEN
Vincent Mason Reflects on a Milestone Year and Preparing for Stadium Dates with Morgan Wallen.
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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2:59
CHRIS STAPLETON, LOOKING INTO THE LIFE OF A SUPERSTAR
When it comes to Country Music, Chris Stapleton is a force to be reckoned with. He sweeps award shows, is constantly churning out hits for himself and others. Here’s a lo...
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Episode 31
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2:59
WILLIE NELSON'S NEW ALBUM WORKIN MAN HONORS MERLE HAGGARD
Willie Nelson is honoring his longtime friend and fellow country legend Merle Haggard with a brand-new album, Workin’ Man, released November 7.
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Episode 30
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2:59
THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG AMARILLO BY MORNING
The Story Behind The Road Trip That Inspired George Strait’s Country Classic, ‘Amarillo By Morning’
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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MARTINA McBRIDE'S HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
As the Christmas holiday season has now begun, let's check in with Martina McBride who lives in Nashville and learn about her holiday traditions.
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Episode 28
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2:59
WARREN ZEIDERS IS FINALLY GOING HOME
It will be the first time in probably two years, 26-year-old Zeiders, who talks about his upcoming return to his beloved hometown.
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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MEGAN MORONEY & ONE OF HER BEST FRIENDS KENNY CHESNEY
In Yesterday’s CMR Nashville Daily News, it was about Megan Moroney and Ed Sheeran. Today it’s about who Megan who calls one her best friends,
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Episode 26
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