Olivia Ladd

Olivia Ladd is a freelance music journalist and producer based in Nashville.

10 Statement Songs From Powerful Country Women

Women in country have historically had a lot to say, across a wide spectrum of politics and experiences.

Lanco Are Working Their Challenges Into Their Next Record

"There’s now an expectation that’s never been there before ..."

Brooks & Dunn Recruited Kacey Musgraves for ‘Neon Moon’ Because of Her Setlists [LISTEN]

She'll be all right, as long as there's light from a neon moon.

Jake Owen Talks Acting: ‘It’s Been a Challenge’

"My dad always said, 'If you wanna be good at something, surround yourself with people that are way better at it than you are' ..."

Brooks & Dunn: Midland Were ‘Fun and Games’ in the Studio for ‘Boot Scootin’ Boogie’

Midland put their own spin on one of Brooks & Dunn's earliest hits for the new 'Reboot' album.

Ashley McBryde Flipped the Meaning of Brooks & Dunn’s ‘You’re Gonna Miss Me When I’m Gone’ on ‘Reboot’ [LISTEN]

McBryde commanded the studio when they recorded "You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone," the duo says.

Interview: Sara Evans’ ‘The Barker Family Band’ EP Continues a Family Tradition

Musical talent runs in this family!

Interview: Brooks & Dunn Reflect on Their ‘Reboot’, and What It Means for Their Future

"We were kind of blessed with getting to climb Mt. Everest," Kix Brooks reflects, "and we’re not naive enough to think that we’re probably gonna climb Mt. Everest again."

Jake Owen Talks 2019 ACM Awards Nomination: ‘It’s Really Fulfilling’

"Hard work feels good when you know that it’s paying off ..."

Luke Combs: Brooks & Dunn Collaboration Was ‘Intimidating’ But ‘Fun’

"Obviously, having to sing the same time as Ronnie Dunn is pretty intimidating ..."