Category Archives: On Air Now

Will This Be the Country Song of the Summer?

Will This Be the Country Song of the Summer?

Zach Top is at the top of his game right now.  And he just played an unreleased song at a VIP event that some fans are hoping will be the country song of the summer. It’s called “Good Times and Tan Lines” and has a twangy, Jimmy Buffett vibe. @christianfreakinburge Good times and tan lines, can’t wait for…Read More

Jelly Roll Receives Prestigious Global Literacy Award

Jelly Roll Receives Prestigious Global Literacy Award

Jelly Roll continues to inspire far beyond the music charts—this time with a major honor on the world stage. Over the weekend, he was awarded the Global Literacy Award at the 2025 World Literacy Summit held in Oxford, England. The award recognized Jelly Roll for his “global influence on literacy,” a tribute to his advocacy…Read More

Eric Church Surprises Fans During Chief’s Bar Anniversary Celebration

Eric Church Surprises Fans During Chief’s Bar Anniversary Celebration

Over the weekend, Eric Church celebrated the first anniversary of his Nashville bar, Chief’s, and let’s just say—he did not disappoint. The festivities spanned the entire day, but the real magic happened upstairs at the Neon Steeple concert venue, where a one-of-a-kind songwriter session took center stage. Two of Eric’s longtime co-writers—Jeff Hyde (who also…Read More

Who is the Country Star Behind the Mad Scientist Monster on The Masked Singer?

Who is the Country Star Behind the Mad Scientist Monster on The Masked Singer?

Country fans are buzzing after the latest episode of The Masked Singer! The hit FOX show—known for past reveals like Sara Evans and LeAnn Rimes—has everyone guessing again, thanks to the mysterious Mad Scientist Monster mask. Take a listen: We’ve never seen a #MadScientistMonsterMask like this! 😱 #TheMaskedSinger pic.twitter.com/4xmaw6pefV — The Masked Singer (@MaskedSingerFOX) March…Read More

Furry Friday: Matilda is Ready to Be Your New Best Friend! 🐾

Furry Friday: Matilda is Ready to Be Your New Best Friend! 🐾

It’s Furry Friday on 97.3 The Eagle, and this week’s Pitbull Tobacco and More Pet of the Week is Matilda at Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center—a 40-pound bundle of joy! Estimated to be between 1 and 5 years old, Matilda was found alone at Munden Point Park, but now she’s safe, sound, and…Read More

Keith Urban Gives Cancer Survivor a Moment She’ll Never Forget [WATCH]

Keith Urban Gives Cancer Survivor a Moment She’ll Never Forget [WATCH]

At a recent performance at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Keith Urban made one fan’s dream come true in the most heartfelt way. While performing during a charity event for Susan G. Komen’s breast cancer research, Keith spotted a woman in the crowd holding a sign that read: “I beat cancer to hug Keith Urban.”…Read More

The Funniest April Fools’ Day Pranks in Hampton Roads This Year

The Funniest April Fools’ Day Pranks in Hampton Roads This Year

From midnight dolphin watching to alcohol-free baseball games, Hampton Roads came through with some seriously creative (and hilarious) April Fools’ Day pranks this year. Local businesses and organizations pulled out all the stops to keep us laughing—and maybe even questioning reality just a little. Here’s a roundup of our favorite 757-fueled foolery that made April…Read More

Ella Langley Leads 2025 ACM Nominations; See the Full List

Ella Langley Leads 2025 ACM Nominations; See the Full List

The nominees for the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards are here—and this one’s for the girls!  Ella Langley received 8 nominations as a first-time nominee!  Plus, Lainey Wilson scored 7 nods and Kelsea Ballerini earned her first Entertainer of the Year nomination! Not to be outdone, the guys are shining too!  Cody Johnson and…Read More