The Beat Goes On: 
In the middle of the current pandemic climate, business as usual is anything but. Radio, records, artists management, touring and the studio recording business have all been forced to find new means of operation in order to keep the creative wheels turning from a safe social distance. In last night’s (5/18) Country Aircheck Weekly, former WUSN/Chicago PD Kenny Jay talked with industry pros about navigating a new summer routine and studio execs weighed in on how the music continues to get made. All that, plus Quaran-Time, charts, photos and more here.
The Summer 2026 Print Special featuring:
Country Radio Hall
of Famers
Eric Church's Sinners @ 20
ACM Radio Winners & Carter Faith
Troy Tomlinson:
The Interview
2026 ACM Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 ACM Nominees
Inside This Issue:
MC-Yay At Ryman Lunch
Disruption Junction
You Look Like You Love Me
The Day Ahead