Kane Brown Jokes He and Lauren Alaina Have a 10-Year Rule for Releasing Songs Together
By Jen Fox on 8-24-2026
Kane Brown and Lauren Alaina are proving that some friendships only get better with time. While co-hosting Backstage Country with Elaina Smith, Brown opened up about his longtime friendship with Alaina and their latest collaboration, “Never Been in Love.” The new duet comes nearly a decade after the pair joined forces on Brown’s breakout hit “What Ifs,” which became his first … Continue reading Kane Brown Jokes He and Lauren Alaina Have a 10-Year Rule for Releasing Songs Together
Ashley Cooke Says Her New Album Is a ‘Time Capsule’
By Jen Fox on 8-20-2026
While co-hosting Backstage Country with Elaina Smith, Ashley Cooke opened up about her newly released self-titled album, reflecting on the emotional experiences that shaped the 15-track project. Released Friday, August 14, the album captures Cooke in what she describes as one of her most honest songwriting periods yet. Ashley Cooke Says the Album Became a “Time Capsule” Cooke explained … Continue reading Ashley Cooke Says Her New Album Is a ‘Time Capsule’
Dylan Scott: Country Hits, Hunting Season and His Biggest Fear
By Randy Brooks on 8-19-2026
This week on Backstage Country Uncut, host Elaina Smith sits down with country star Dylan Scott for a candid conversation about his music, career, business ventures, social media, and life away from the stage. Dylan looks back at some of his biggest hits and talks about his new music, while giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at what’s next in his … Continue reading Dylan Scott: Country Hits, Hunting Season and His Biggest Fear
