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Jake Worthington Announces Intent to Tonk Tour, BMLG Rebrands as Blue Highway Records
Country music news roundup includes tour dates, label changes, and new museum exhibit
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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Country singer Jake Worthington is kicking off his Intent to Tonk Tour on April 2 in Wilmington, North Carolina, with stops in Chicago, Nashville, and Boston before wrapping up on June 19 in New York City. Worthington will also be opening for several major country acts this year, including Luke Combs, Luke Bryan, HARDY, Parker McCollum, Riley Green, and Ian Munsick. Additionally, the former Big Machine Label Group has been rebranded as Blue Highway Records, continuing to be the home of artists like Thomas Rhett, Brett Young, Midland, and more. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is also opening a new edition of its American Currents: State of the Music exhibit on March 18, featuring contributions from artists like Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Morgan Wallen, and Alison Krauss.
Why it matters
These updates showcase the continued evolution and activity within the country music industry, with artists embarking on new tours, labels undergoing rebranding, and the Country Music Hall of Fame highlighting the current state of the genre through its exhibits. These developments help maintain interest and engagement with country music among fans.
The details
Jake Worthington's Intent to Tonk Tour will run from April 2 to June 19, with stops in several major cities. The former Big Machine Label Group has rebranded as Blue Highway Records, keeping its roster of popular country artists. The Country Music Hall of Fame's American Currents exhibit will open a new edition on March 18, featuring contributions from both established and rising country stars.
- Jake Worthington's Intent to Tonk Tour will kick off on April 2, 2026 in Wilmington, North Carolina.
- The Intent to Tonk Tour will wrap up on June 19, 2026 in New York City.
- The new edition of the American Currents: State of the Music exhibit will open at the Country Music Hall of Fame on March 18, 2026.
The players
Jake Worthington
A country music singer who is embarking on his Intent to Tonk Tour in 2026.
Blue Highway Records
The new name for the former Big Machine Label Group, which continues to be the home of popular country artists like Thomas Rhett, Brett Young, and Midland.
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
The museum that is opening a new edition of its American Currents: State of the Music exhibit in 2026, featuring contributions from various country music artists.
The takeaway
The country music industry remains vibrant, with artists embarking on new tours, labels undergoing changes, and the Country Music Hall of Fame continuing to showcase the current state of the genre through its exhibits. These developments help maintain the genre's popularity and engagement among fans.
