Steve Nedved
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Mar 19
George Strait taps Parker McCollum for 2024 Texas show
Jason Kempin/Getty Images George Strait is making his debut at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas, on June 5, and he’s bringing Texas natives Parker McCollum and country newcomer Catie Offerman along with him. The news arrived via George’s socials Tuesday with details and ticketing information. “All roads lead to College Station. TEXAS, George will play …
Mar 19
Beyoncé reveals ‘act ii: COWBOY CARTER’ cover and album inspiration
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Beyoncé has revealed the cover for her upcoming album, act ii: COWBOY CARTER. She took to Instagram Tuesday to celebrate the 10-day countdown to the release of the new album, arriving March 29. In the album’s cover photo, Beyoncé sits astride a horse, wearing patriotic cowboy garb and …
Mar 19
Thomas Rhett locks in 22nd #1 with “Mamaw’s House”
Courtesy of The Valory Music Co. Thomas Rhett has earned his 22nd career #1 with “Mamaw’s House.” The Morgan Wallen-assisted single was penned by Thomas, Morgan, Matt Dragstrem and Chase McGill, and serves as an ode to the singers’ grandmothers. “Both of our Mamaws were such a big part of shaping us into the men …
Mar 19
Saddle up for Kane Brown’s “Fiddle in the Band”
Trae Patton/NBC Kane Brown is dropping a new song, “Fiddle in the Band,” on Friday. The announcement arrived on Kane’s socials alongside a reveal of the song’s cover art, which features Kane and his fiddle player onstage with fiery pyrotechnics in the background. A preview clip shared on Instagram showcases the track’s upbeat chorus and prominent fiddle just as the song suggests. …
Mar 19
Keith, Lainey, Jelly + more to perform at 2024 CMT Music Awards
Courtesy of CMT The first round of performers for the 2024 CMT Music Awards has been revealed. Keith Urban, Lainey Wilson, Sam Hunt, Jelly Roll, Bailey Zimmerman and host Kelsea Ballerini are among those set to take the stage, with more artists to be announced later. Keith will perform “Straight Line,” the lead single from his upcoming new …
Mar 19
Jordan Davis learned something about himself acting in the “Tucson Too Late” video
ABC Jordan Davis doesn’t usually act in music videos, but he made an exception for his latest single, “Tucson Too Late.” The visualizer centers around the protagonist, played by Jordan, as he rushes to Tucson to save a romantic relationship from sunsetting. “I have never really taken a super lead [role] in any of the videos, and I think maybe that …
Mar 18
Nashville notes: Kip Moore parts from MCA, Dylan Marlowe’s “Bat Outta Hell”
Kip Moore has parted ways with his longtime label home, MCA Nashville. “I’m not sure where I’ll end up (currently having those discussions), but in the meantime, doing a record completely independent for the first time in my career has been something [I] can’t put into words,” Kip wrote after thanking the team at MCA. …
Mar 18
Lainey Wilson grateful for Australia shows: “I was just a little redneck from Baskin”
ABC Lainey Wilson‘s beaming with gratitude as she wraps up headlining Australia’s CMC Rocks festival. The “Heart Like a Truck” singer took to Instagram Sunday to reflect on the surreal opportunity and dream come true. “Australia, thank y’all taking me down under with y’all,” says Lainey. “When I decided to write songs as a little girl, …
Mar 18
Riley Green drops cover of Josh Thompson’s “Way Out Here”
Disney/Scott Kirkland Riley Green has released his cover of Josh Thompson‘s “Way Out Here.” The heartfelt ode, which pays tribute to small-town America and country upbringing, is Riley’s first new release since 2023’s Ain’t My Last Rodeo. “I’ve always loved this song. ‘Way Out Here’ is out everywhere now. Hope y’all like it!” Riley shares on …
Mar 18
Here’s what you can expect during ‘CMT Music Awards Weekend’
Courtesy of CMT CMT has announced its star-packed program schedule for this year’s CMT Music Awards Weekend. Kicking off April 5 and leading up to the 2024 CMT Music Awards on April 7, the network will air several original programs, headlined by Little Big Town, HARDY and more, as well as a special sneak peek of the awards …