Steve Nedved
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Nov 14
Kenny Chesney, David Lee Murphy, Thomas Rhett win early CMA Awards
Courtesy Country Music AssociationThe 52nd Annual CMA Awards air tonight on ABC, but Kenny Chesney, David Lee Murphy and Thomas Rhett are already winners. This morning on ABC’s Good Morning America, it was revealed that Kenny and David Lee have won the Musical Event of the Year category for their #1 duet “Everything’s Gonna Be …
Nov 14
Luke Bryan, Hillary Scott share their “Journeys of Faith” with ABC Radio
ABC/Craig SjodinJourneys of Faith, a podcast hosted by ABC’s Paula Faris, debuts its first three episodes Wednesday, November 14. Faris takes an intimate look at how some of the world’s most influential people lean on faith and spirituality to guide them through the best and worst of times. Among Faris’ early podcast guests are Lady …
Nov 13
Watch now: CMA nominee Kelsea Ballerini insists she won’t win: “It’s not time for me yet”
ABC/Image Group LAKelsea Ballerini is up for Female Vocalist of the Year at Wednesday’s CMA Awards, but she’s convinced that she has no chance of winning…because she’s practical. “I feel like hopefully there will be a year where I feel like maybe it might be this year, but it’s not this year,” she tells ABC …
Nov 13
Watch now: CMA nominees Lady Antebellum look forward to watching new stars, hugging old friends and rooting for Kelsea Ballerini at this year’s show
ABC/Image Group LALady Antebellum are up for Vocal Group of the Year at Wednesday’s CMA Awards. They’ve been attending the show for about a decade now and Charles Kelley, Dave Haywood and Hillary Scott say there are certain things they look forward to seeing on the show each year. “Seeing these new artists, I think…’cause …
Nov 13
Watch now: Brett Young on his “fairy-tale” wedding, “fantastic” honeymoon and “validating” CMA nomination
ABC/Image Group LABrett Young married his longtime girlfriend Taylor Mills earlier this month in California, but he’s returned from his honeymoon in enough time to attend the CMA Awards on Wednesday, where he’s up for New Artist of the Year. He tells ABC Radio his wedding couldn’t have gone better — thanks to Taylor. “She …
Nov 13
Watch now: CMA nominee Lauren Alaina looks back on her “crazy” year of “pinch-me” moments
ABC/Image Group LALauren Alaina is the only female artist nominated in the Best New Artist category at this Wednesday night’s CMA Awards. While she’d like to win, she thinks she doesn’t have much chance, especially against one particular nominee in her category. “I got to tour all summer with Luke Combs and the force that …
Nov 13
Scotty McCreery’s “Barefootin'” named National Song of the Year at 2018 Carolina Beach Music Awards
ABC/Image Group LAScotty McCreery‘s successful 2018 continues with recognition for his song “Barefootin.’” Penned by Scotty, David Lee Murphy and Frank Rogers, “Barefootin’” was named National Song of the Year at the 2018 Carolina Beach Music Awards this past weekend. “Barefootin’” is featured on Scotty’s latest album, Seasons Change, released in March. The song hit number one on the Beach …
Nov 13
Watch now: Winning a CMA Award? LANCO would need to get a trophy case first
ABC/Image Group LALANCO is nominated for Vocal Group of the Year at Wednesday’s CMA Awards, and lead singer Brandon Lancaster says he can barely handle the fact that they’re nominated, let alone imagine actually winning. “It does sound cliche but really, we’re new to the scene. Last year, going to the CMAs, we were just …
Nov 13
Watch now: Kacey Musgraves appreciates being recognized for *her* version of country music
ABC/Randy HolmesKacey Musgraves is nominated for Album of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year going into Wednesday’s CMA Awards. Kacey’s album Golden Hour has been one of the most universally acclaimed releases of the year, but it’s not exactly what you’d call a “country” album. That’s why Kacey says she’s so honored to …
Nov 13
Walker Hayes announces 2019 The Dream On It Tour
ABC/Image Group LAWalker Hayes will embark on a 2019 tour beginning January 31 in Houston, TX. The Dream On It Tour borrows its name from a fan submission posted to Walker’s social channels earlier this year and was selected by the singer himself. “I’m so jacked to announce my Dream On It Tour and get back on the …
