Steve Nedved
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Mar 06
Brian Kelley announces new album with “Kiss My Boots”
Courtesy of Big Machine Records Brian Kelley is set to drop his sophomore album, Tennessee Truth, on May 10. The 12-track project will feature its lead single, “See You Next Summer,” and the newly released autobiographical tune, “Kiss My Boots.” “It was healing to write. I feel released now,” Brian says of the song, which he penned …
Mar 06
Dolly’s new cookbook, ‘Good Lookin’ Cookin’,’ features classic American dishes
courtesy of Ten Speed Press Dolly Parton has announced her new cookbook, Good Lookin’ Cookin’. Arriving September 17, the book, which Dolly co-authored with her sister, Rachel Parton George, features over 80 recipes of staple Parton household dishes, such as country ham and biscuits, barbecue spare ribs, mac and cheese, and watermelon fruit salad. Also included are photos of …
Mar 06
Scotty McCreery shot Rise & Fall’s album cover somewhere special
Courtesy of Triple Tigers Records Scotty McCreery recently announced his fifth album, Rise & Fall, alongside its release date and cover art. Now, Scotty’s giving fans a closer look at the album cover, its location and why it’s incredibly sentimental to him. “The mountains of North Carolina are my heaven on earth,” says the Garner, North Carolina native. “It’s where …
Mar 06
Thomas Rhett’s all smiles at tour rehearsals
ABC Wondering what Thomas Rhett‘s been up to lately? Well, he’s letting you in via his latest Instagram carousel. The slideshow features photos and videos of Thomas all smiles at tour rehearsals in his vintage Randy Travis T-shirt, some nature shots and a picture of him sound asleep on a plane. “the other side of life lately… …
Mar 06
Cody Johnson recalls wife Brandi’s reaction to “The Painter”
Disney/Scott Kirkland Cody Johnson‘s wife, Brandi, played a big part in his recording of “The Painter.” Hot on the heels of it hitting #1, Cody recounts Brandi’s initial reaction when she heard the romantic ode. “She loved it. She was very adamant about keeping it organic. She was like, ‘You know, this sounds like a song …
Mar 05
Nashville notes: Mickey Guyton, Dolly Parton have new songs coming
Mickey Guyton‘s celebrating International Women’s Day with the release of a new song, “Woman,” on Friday. A preview clip of it is up now on Mickey’s Instagram. Dolly Parton and Christian artist Zach Williams are joining forces once again for a new duet, “Lookin’ For You.” While you wait for its Friday release, hear a snippet of it on …
Mar 05
Blake Shelton to perform at Ole Red Las Vegas grand opening
Jason Kempin/Getty Images Blake Shelton will perform two concerts at the grand opening of his Ole Red Las Vegas restaurant, bar and music venue. Set for April 15-20, the weeklong celebration will feature special giveaways, contests and performances from past The Voice Team Blake contestants. Blake’s set to take the stage for back-to-back concerts on April …
Mar 05
Warren Zeiders follows his gut when recording songs
Jason Davis/Getty Images for SiriusXM Changing parts of a new, unrecorded song is inevitable in the music creation process, but how does one know when to stop and deem it release-ready? For Warren Zeiders, it’s all about following his gut and trusting that feeling. “I think a song for me is done when I feel that I’ve tested …
Mar 05
Gear up for a new track from Michael Ray
Terry Wyatt/Getty Images Michael Ray is set to release a new track, “Nothin’ Else,” on Friday, March 8. The announcement arrived via a Reel on Michael’s Instagram. “Hey, what’s up guys? I’m at my house, just chilling by a fire. Wanted to hop on here and remind y’all that my new song, ‘Nothin’ Else,’ the presave link is …
Mar 05
Lainey thanks Kelly Clarkson for covering “Heart Like a Truck”: “That means so much to me”
Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal Lainey Wilson recently stopped by The Kelly Clarkson Show to chat with Kelly about her upcoming Country’s Cool Again Tour and playing international shows. While on the talk show, Lainey thanked Kelly for covering “Heart Like a Truck” at her 2023 Vegas residency. “I just want to tell you this, and this is coming straight …