Kelsea Ballerini made a fan's dream come true when she wore custom bedazzled boots gifted by 23-year-old Dani Krapf during her headlining tour stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma on April 5. Krapf, a longtime fan of Ballerini, sparkled the personalized pair with colorful gemstones inspired by the singer's past musical eras and song titles. Ballerini surprised the fan by promising to wear the boots on stage, despite them being too big for her. The gesture left Krapf overwhelmed and crying 'happy tears' as she watched her musical idol flaunt the boots during a performance of "Penthouse (Healed Version)." While Krapf didn't get to personally meet Ballerini (she did get a selfie that Ballerini took from the stage), the sweet interaction and the singer's appreciation for the boots left an indelible impact on her, showcasing the genuine connection between artist and fan. (People)

Post Malone has joined forces with Raising Cane's to donate $500,000 to Notes for Notes, a Nashville-based charity supporting future musicians. The funds were generated from the sale of limited-edition Post Malone posters at Cane's locations in Utah and Texas. The donation will benefit youth by providing free access to music instruments, instruction, and recording studio environments through Notes for Notes, ensuring that young musicians in Music City have the resources to nurture their musical talents. Malone's collaboration with Raising Cane's showcases their commitment to fostering the next generation of musical talent, highlighting the positive impact of music on young lives. Posty is getting ready to launch his Big Ass Stadium Tour on April 29 in Salt Lake City, a trek that will take him to 25 stadiums across the U.S. and Canada with Jelly Roll joining him as opening act. (Taste of Country)

Brad Paisley has been announced as the headliner for the NFL Draft Concert Series on April 26, which will bring an end to the 2025 NFL Draft held in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Paisley will perform at the Draft Theater near historic Lambeau Field, offering fans a free concert following Round 7 of the draft. “There’s nothing like football to bring people together, and the NFL Draft is where it all begins,” Paisley said in a statement. “As a lifelong fan, I can’t wait to help close out an unforgettable weekend—with a little music and one heck of a party.” The concert series will also feature a drone show on April 25, that will pay homage to the draft's history and the legacy of the Packers legendary football field. Paisley joins past performers at NFL Draft events including Kings of Leon, Marshmello, Ice Cube, and Fall Out Boy, and the country singer is getting set to launch his headlining Truck Still Works World Tour on May 21. (Billboard)

On Wednesday (April 16), Morgan Wallen announced the track list for his highly-anticipated fourth album, I'm the Problem. The country star revealed that there are a total of 37 songs on his upcoming record, which is due out May 16 via Big Loud / Mercury. The project includes an impressive list of special guest collaborators, including pop singer Tate McRae – Wallen’s first female duet partner – along with fellow country stars Eric Church, HARDY, ERNEST, and Post Malone. Wallen, whose last album, 2023's One Thing at a Time, spent 19-weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, co-wrote 22 songs on the new record, which includes the previous shared singles, “Lies Lies Lies,” “Love Somebody,” (which debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100 in October), “Smile,” the title track (which landed at No. 1 on Hot Country Songs), and “Just in Case.” Wallen’s newest collaboration with Post Malone, “I Ain’t Comin’ Back,” was released on Friday (April 18). Wallen’s I'm the Problem Tour is scheduled to begin on June 20 at Houston’s NRG Stadium, and will conclude in September with four dates in Canada. (Billboard)