Steve Nedved
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Sep 30
The gloves come off: Blake Shelton “desperately want[s] to beat” Kelly Clarkson on ‘The Voice’
Trae Patton/NBCAs the second week of The Voice kicks off tonight on NBC, Blake Shelton has his rival clearly in his sights — and her name is Kelly Clarkson. Even though they’re foes on TV, they’re friends in real life, so Blake admits he’s glad she’s here. In fact, he goes so far as to say that Kelly’s a crucial …
Sep 27
Kristen Chenoweth’s showing her country roots on ‘For the Girls’ — with a little help from Dolly and Reba
Concord RecordsYou may know Kristin Chenoweth as the accomplished actress who played Glinda in the Broadway smash Wicked. But did you know she’s also an Oklahoma native and a lifelong country music fan who performed at Nashville’s now-defunct Opryland USA theme park? Just this week, the Emmy and Tony winner came to Music City for ABC’s annual CMA Country …
Sep 27
‘Every Girl’ does EVERYTHING: Trisha Yearwood caps busy week with new season of ‘Trisha’s Southern Kitchen’
Gwendolyn RecordsIt’s not “Every Girl in This Town” who’s as busy as Trisha Yearwood. Just this week, she’s appeared on pal Kelly Clarkson‘s new TV show, and hosted and performed on ABC’s upcoming CMA Country Christmas special — all while getting ready to launch her new solo tour next week. And there’s no slowing down from there. On Saturday, …
Sep 27
“Remember You Young”: Thomas Rhett strikes a cover model pose
The Valory Music Co. You can now call him Thomas Rhett, cover model. The reigning ACM Male Artist of the Year posed for the front of the October issue of Nashville Lifestyles, offering his best “Blue Steel” gaze, wearing a jean jacket, white t-shirt, and ripped jeans. “Ummm hellooooo honey,” his wife Lauren shared on Instagram, along with TR’s pic. …
Sep 27
Move over, J-Lo: Keith Urban’s set to play a super-sized halftime show in Canada
Walt Disney Television/Paula LoboJennifer Lopez is booked to play the halftime show at the next Super Bowl, but in Canada, it’s Keith Urban who’s locked up a spot that’s almost as coveted. The CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year will provide the halftime entertainment for the 107th Grey Cup on Sunday, November 24. The Grey Cup refers …
Sep 27
Listen now: Are Carly Pearce and Lee Brice channeling George & Tammy on new duet?
Courtesy of Big Machine Records & Curb RecordsCarly Pearce and Lee Brice reinvent the classic country male/female duet with their new single, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” Carly wrote the song with Luke Combs, coming up with the idea after her connection with soon-to-be husband Michael Ray made her realize she wasn’t happy in her relationship with her then-boyfriend. In the …
Sep 27
Very “Fancy”: Reba to be honored as CMT’s Artist of a Lifetime
CMTCMT will honor Reba McEntire as its latest Artist of a Lifetime next month, during its annual Artists of the Year celebration. Reba joins fellow legends like Loretta Lynn, Shania Twain, Kenny Rogers, and Merle Haggard, who’ve previously been given the award. “I have loved entertaining people since I was a little girl,” Reba reflects, “and after being in the …
Sep 27
On ‘9,’ Jason Aldean delivers sixteen tracks — and plenty of drinking songs
Macon Music/Broken Bow RecordsFor quite a few artists, the traditional album seems to be fading out, replaced by individual downloads and EPs. But Jason Aldean’s bucking the trend by offering up sixteen tracks on his ninth album, titled 9. “People buy albums with eight songs for 10 bucks now, but with 9 it’s like you’re getting two whole albums …
Sep 27
Jon Pardi’s confident ‘Heartache Medication’ is just what the doctor ordered
Capitol NashvilleIf you’re looking for a 21st century spin on traditional country, you’ll want to be sure to take some Heartache Medication. That’s the title of Jon Pardi‘s third album, which is new today. Emboldened by the success of songs like “Head over Boots,” “Dirt on My Boots,” and “Heartache on the Dance Floor,” Jon felt confident …
Sep 26
Carrie Underwood wants to keep you up past your bedtime next week
ABC/Mark LevineYou may want to stay up late next Thursday night to catch up with Carrie Underwood. The superstar who rose to fame on American Idol is set to guest on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on October 3. Tune in at 11:35 p.m. ET on CBS to watch for Carrie. Right now, the Oklahoma native seems on track …