THIS WEEK

CMA Nominee Cody Johnson

CMA Nominee Cody Johnson

| November 14, 2025

This weekend’s co-host Cody Johnson has four CMA nominations, including his first for Entertainer of the Year. Country Countdown USA’s Lon Helton asked Cody about that: ” “You know my history, coming to Nashville and getting turned down by every record label in town. When you become successful in the industry, every nomination is special. Entertainer is […]

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Cody Johnson Co-Hosts 11/15-16

Cody Johnson Co-Hosts 11/15-16

| November 10, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Cody Johnson, who is in our Top 30 with The Fall. Cody & his wife Brandi welcomed their first son, Jaycee Daniel, on October 21. Cody is nominated for four CMA Awards, including Entertainer of the Year. The awards will be presented on November 19th. We also get an update […]

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Chase Matthew Co-Hosts 11/8-9

Chase Matthew Co-Hosts 11/8-9

| November 3, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Chase Matthew, who is in our Top 5 with “Darlin.’” This is his first time as Lon’s co-host. Chase spent most of 2025 on the road with Keith Urban, and he talks about that. He also has stories about Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean. This is Chase’s first time as co-host: “It […]

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Jackson Dean Co-Hosts 11/1-11-2

Jackson Dean Co-Hosts 11/1-11-2

| October 27, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Jackson Dean, who’s in our Top 10 with “Heavens To Betsy.” He’s on tour in Australia, so we hear about that. He’s actually on a world tour that has taken him to Europe as well. He tells the story behind his current hit, and why there’s a CB radio in […]

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Blake Shelton Co-Hosts 10/25-26

Blake Shelton Co-Hosts 10/25-26

| October 20, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Blake Shelton, who’s in our Top 20 with “Stay Country or Die Trying.” He also has a new TV talent contest called “The Road.” The show stars Keith Urban as the headliner, and 12 contestants who are trying to win a record contract. Blake & Post Malone are nominated for CMA Musical Event, and […]

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Dustin Lynch 2 Point 0

Dustin Lynch 2 Point 0

| October 18, 2025

We all know Dustin Lynch from his hits “Small Town Boy” and “Stars Like Confetti.” He told Country Countdown USA’s Lon Helton he’s trying something completely different. “I got asked to play an afterparty in Vegas at a dance club. It went great, and found out there was interest in doing dance music.  So we’re […]

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Dustin Lynch Co-Hosts 10/18-19

Dustin Lynch Co-Hosts 10/18-19

| October 13, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Dustin Lynch, who updates us on his musical adventures. He’s working on some unique new music. He’s part of Blake Shelton’s new TV talent contest “The Road.” He will also return to Luke Bryan’s annual Crash My Playa in Mexico. Dustin co-hosted the show from a songwriting camp outside Nashville. “We’re writing […]

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Chris Young Co-Hosts 10/11-12

Chris Young Co-Hosts 10/11-12

| October 6, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Chris Young, who is about to release his 10th album: “I Didn’t Come Here To Leave.” It’s his first album on a new record label. He’s also about to embark on his first-ever Christmas tour, and he hints there may also be some new Christmas music coming. Lon had just […]

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Jordan Davis Co-Hosts 10/4-5

Jordan Davis Co-Hosts 10/4-5

| September 29, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Jordan Davis, who’s in our Top 5 with Bar None.  He & his wife welcomed their fourth child, a daughter named Sadie, in July.  He just released a new album, “Learn The Hard Way.” Jordan is on the road now with Mitchell Tenpenny: “This is our second year in a row together. Being on […]

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Scotty McCreery Co-Hosts 9/27-28

Scotty McCreery Co-Hosts 9/27-28

| September 22, 2025

The co-host this wknd is Scotty McCreery, who is in our Top 5 with “Bottle Rockets,” featuring Hootie & The Blowfish. He & his wife Gabi just announced the birth of their second son, Oliver Cooke McCreery. In November, he’ll hit the road with Dustin Lynch. Scotty just wrapped up his tour last week: “Yes, […]

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