Steve Nedved
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Jul 18
Summer Plays On for Darius Rucker and Lady A, and Charles Kelley can’t wait for the fun to begin
The GreenRoom When Lady Antebellum kicks off their co-headlining Summer Plays On Tour with Darius Rucker Thursday in Toronto, it may be hard to tell who’s enjoying themselves more — the fans or the folks onstage. “One of the biggest reasons that we, together with Darius, kind of approached this concept of touring again …
Jul 18
Kenny Chesney gives Old Dominion the “Key” to building a devoted fan base like No Shoes Nation
ABC/Mark LevineFor the past three years, ACM Group of the Year Old Dominion has spent their summers opening stadiums for Kenny Chesney. Since Kenny’s No Shoes Nation is made up of some of the most avid fans you could imagine, OD says it’s been a great way to learn how to build a devoted following. “He really has …
Jul 17
Keith Urban is “Coming Home” to Nashville — and you’re invited
ABC/Mark LevineKeith Urban is “Coming Home” to Nashville on his Graffiti U World Tour, and he wants to bring you and a friend to Music City to join him. To enter Keith’s contest, all you need to do is follow the Aussie superstar’s record label, UMG Nashville, on Instagram; like the post about the show; and tag the person …
Jul 17
Miranda Lambert hopes you’ll jump on the Bandwagon and help Fill the Little Red Wagon
Reid LongMiranda Lambert may be on the Bandwagon Tour with Little Big Town right now, but she’s bringing her Little Red Wagon too. For this summer’s trek, Miranda will continue her efforts to Fill the Little Red Wagon, by asking fans to bring dog food, supplies, toys, treats, and donations to help local no-kill animal shelters through her …
Jul 17
Ones That Got Away: Michael Ray’s limited edition Pumas sell out
ABC/Randy HolmesIf you didn’t get a pair of Michael Ray’s Limited-Edition Puma Classic Suede sneakers, the bad news is they’re all sold out. The good news is, Michael managed to raise a lot of money for his animal charity, Wrigley Cares, in the process. Michael named his mission after his rescue dog, Wrigley, that he adopted …
Jul 17
Chris Lane takes victory “Laps Around the Sun” with new album
Big Loud Chris Lane’s latest Laps Around the Sun are going pretty well. Since the release of his sophomore album on Friday, it has consistently occupied the #1 spot on the iTunes Top Country Albums chart, and so far, the record’s already been streamed more than 200 million times. At the same time, the lead single from …
Jul 17
“If You’re City, If You’re Country”: Granger Smith’s alter ego has his say in new paperback
Design Credit: Patrick BiedererGranger Smith’s patriotic alter-ego will soon become a published author, as the first book by Earl Dibbles Jr., If You’re City, If You’re Country, arrives August 21. The illustrated paperback compares and contrasts the two ways of life, and also comes with a five-song CD featuring some of Earl’s greatest hits. For Granger, it’s …
Jul 17
Dolly Parton “Shine[s] On” in the premiere of Reese Witherspoon’s new talk show
ABC/Lou RoccoDolly Parton is the first guest on Reese Witherspoon’s new talk show, called Shine On with Reese. The Country Music Hall of Famer shared her excitement on social media, in advance of the episode’s premiere on Tuesday. “I’m so proud to be the first guest on my friend Reese Witherspoon’s new show with Hello Sunshine!” the legend commented …
Jul 16
Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day and it pays: “Forbes” says Luke Bryan is country’s top earner
ABC/Craig SjodinWho’s made the most money in country music over the past year? According to Forbes’ 2018 list of “The World’s Highest-Paid Celebrities,” the answer is Luke Bryan. The “Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset” hitmaker comes in at #45 on the ranking, earning $52 million from June of 2017 through June of this year. In addition to his new …
Jul 16
Brett Eldredge “smokes out” Chicago, with a record-setting performance in his home state
Warner Music NashvilleIllinois native Brett Eldredge set a one-day attendance record this past Saturday, as he returned to the Windy City Smokeout in Chicago. “I played the very first Windy City Smokeout five years ago and I knew coming back for my third time would be very special,” Brett reflects. “Chicago brought an energy like nothing I’ve …