Steve Nedved
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Jul 26
“Music is music”: From Harry Styles to Willie Nelson, Kacey Musgraves says she can open for anyone
ABC/Randy HolmesKacey Musgraves may not score crossover pop hits like Florida Georgia Line and Maren Morris, but she’s certainly done her share of crossover touring. The “High Horse” singer has hit the road with Katy Perry and recently wrapped up a tour with British pop star Harry Styles, but she’s also opened for Little Big …
Jul 26
“Shoot Me Straight”: John Osborne admits Brothers Osborne are “pushing the boat out” with latest hit
ABC Image Group LAThe latest top-25 hit from Brothers Osborne, “Shoot Me Straight,” is from the CMA-and-ACM-winning duo’s sophomore album, Port Saint Joe. But the groundbreaking tune follows the rebel spirit of their previous top-ten, “It Ain’t My Fault,” from their debut, Pawn Shop. “‘Shoot Me Straight’ is over six minutes long,” John Osborne explains. …
Jul 25
“Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset” and the stars: Luke Bryan plans a special treat for his L.A. fans
Capitol NashvilleIf you’re lucky enough to have tickets for Luke Bryan’s What Makes You Country stop this Saturday at Dodger Stadium, the American Idol judge wants to give you a special souvenir…and possibly even a seat upgrade. The Georgia native is partnering with the website The Night Sky to give fans an exclusive digital poster of the stars over Los …
Jul 25
Unexpected moments as a “Desperate Man”: Eric Church reveals his near-death experience
Joe Pugliese for Rolling StoneEric Church is underwater, dressed in black with a guitar to match, submerged in the bright blue water of a pool on the cover of the new Rolling Stone. You can even check out how the fun photo shoot was done in a new behind-the-scenes video. But inside the magazine, the Chief gets …
Jul 25
Love is Alive: Carly Pearce and Michael Ray pour on the PDA on social media
ABC/Image Group LA Since Carly Pearce and Michael Ray revealed their romance to the world last week, they haven’t been shy about showing their affection on social media. On Wednesday, Carly shared a photo of Michael kissing her on the cheek, as the two posed in front of the iconic sign at the entrance to Dolly Parton’s Pigeon Forge, Tennessee theme park. …
Jul 25
Watch now: Scotty McCreery re-lives his wedding day in emotional “This Is It” video
Krista Stevens & Amber Beasley for Six Foot PhotographyIf you can make it through Scotty McCreery’s video for “This Is It” without shedding a tear or two, you’ll be doing better than its star. The American Idol winner begins to tear up almost from the beginning of the new clip, which captures his wedding a little more than …
Jul 25
Reba McEntire set to be a Kennedy Center Honoree this December
ABC/Mark LevineReba McEntire will join the esteemed ranks of Kennedy Center honorees this year, as she’s celebrated alongside Cher and the creator of the Broadway musical Hamilton in Washington, D.C. in December. “Country music songstress Reba McEntire has inspired us over four decades with her powerhouse voice and music that conveys heartfelt, heart-warming honesty,” the John F. Kennedy for the …
Jul 25
Keith Urban’s on a mission to give Merle Haggard his first #1 since the 80’s: “It’s just about time, I say!”
ABC/Randy HolmesEven though Keith Urban grew up in Australia, Merle Haggard’s music was such a part of his formative years that it inspired his latest hit, “Coming Home” — the song kicks off with a sample of Merle’s classic “Mama Tried.” And as the second single from Graffiti U nears the top of the chart, the Aussie is particularly excited …
Jul 24
Little Big Town offers Lemon:Aid to cure your “Summer Fever” on The Bandwagon Tour
Live NationIf you’ve got “Summer Fever,” a glass of lemonade would probably taste pretty good. Little Big Town is making that easy for you, and helping out a good cause at the same time. Fans who go to see the CMA Vocal Group of the Year and Miranda Lambert on The Bandwagon Tour will spot Lemon:Aid Stands at the …
Jul 24
Dan + Shay’s wives leave them “Speechless” and inspire new single
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay can thank their brides for their new single, “Speechless,” the follow-up to their #1, “Tequila.” “‘Speechless’ is definitely inspired by our wives,” Shay Mooney reveals. “It’s very cool to release songs that are not only stories of our lives but also very personal experiences.” “Seeing our wives for the first time in their …