Steve Nedved
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Feb 20
Chris Young continues Losing Sleep, adding new tour dates in the fall
ABC/Image Group LA Chris Young is extending his Losing Sleep World Tour, adding nine new dates in September, including his first-ever headlining show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. The Murfreesboro, Tennessee native has already sold out five consecutive weekends on the winter leg of the tour this year, just as the trek’s title song became his tenth …
Feb 17
Mitchell man faces rape charges
A convicted sex offender is in custody after admitting to a court services officer he had consensual sex with a fifteen year old boy on several occasions. According to court documents, Police identified and interviewed the victim who said he had consensual sex with 24 year old Sterling Keizer four times at Keizer’s Mitchell residence. …
Feb 16
Dan + Shay’s Dan Smyers borrows a trick from Keith and Nicole
ABC/Image Group LA If you listen closely to Keith Urban’s top-15 hit, “Female,” you’ll find it’s actually his wife, actress Nicole Kidman, who’s contributing some of the background vocals. The Aussie superstar may have started a trend, because now Nicole isn’t the only spouse who’s adding BGVs to a current tune. Dan + Shay’s Dan Smyers revealed to Billboard that it’s …
Feb 16
This is “Rich”: Are Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd on a vacation in “Westworld”?
ABC/Image Group LA Maren Morris starred in fiancé Ryan Hurd’s music video for his debut single, “Love in a Bar,” and it looks like he may now be returning the favor. “‘Rich’ video is coming along nicely,” Maren shared on social media on Friday, along with a photo of her significant other dressed in costume, in what appears to be a …
Feb 16
“Boom.” Walker Hayes racks up 100 million streams and counting
ABC/Image Group LA As of Friday, Walker Hayes’ debut album has been streamed more than 100 million times since its release December 8. It’s a number the “You Broke Up with Me” hitmaker can’t quite comprehend. “Wow! I cannot believe we have already reached 100 million streams on boom.,” he says. “The album is so personal to …
Feb 16
Listen now: Willie Nelson will be the “Last Man Standing,” with new album coming in April
Sony LegacyWillie Nelson may have been forced to take January and February off to recover from the flu, but that’s not affecting his studio output. His new album, Last Man Standing, is set to be released April 27, just two days before his 85th birthday. The all-new collection is made up of eleven tracks Willie co-wrote with …
Feb 16
Sheryl Crow, Ronnie Dunn & more to honor Johnny Cash at Nashville Ballet
ABC/Paula LoboThe Nashville Ballet has joined forces with John Carter Cash and several local musicians to honor the late Johnny Cash during the 2018 Ballet Ball. Musicians set to take part in the production include Sheryl Crow, Ronnie Dunn, Jamey Johnson, Bill Miller, and Devin Dawson. Dancers will perform portions of Under the Lights, a production that debuted in 2014 and features the country legend’s songs, …
Feb 15
Brothers Osborne are the new faces of Frye’s latest campaign
ABC/Lorenzo BevilaquaBrothers Osborne are the faces of Frye’s new Hometown Pride campaign. The American footwear company celebrates its 155th anniversary this year and aims to highlight local talent through the new campaign, which will include candid images of the country duo. “Frye is a company deeply rooted in our country’s history. Not to mention the undeniable style …
Feb 15
Shania Twain docudrama to air on REELZ this weekend
Ethan Miller/Getty Images via ABCShania Twain is the subject of a new docudrama set to air on the REELZ Channel this Sunday, February 18. Part of The Price of Fame series, the hour-long show will give viewers an intimate perspective on the country singer’s rags-to-riches story. Ashla Taylor portrays Shania in the show, and tells Billboard that the singer has been a …
Feb 15
Cole Swindell says new music is “coming very soon”
ABC/Randy HolmesCole Swindell launches his Reason To Drink Tour tonight in Pennsylvania. In addition to the tour, which runs through April, the country singer says new music is on the way. “I have spent four years touring with and having a front row seat learning from the very best entertainers in country music, including three multi-year …