Steve Nedved
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Mar 13
Country comfort: Maren Morris, Little Big Town and Miranda Lambert sing the songs of Elton John
Michele Crowe/CBSMaren Morris, Little Big Town and Miranda Lambert cover some of the best-loved songs of Elton John, when I’m Still Standing — A Grammy Salute airs Tuesday, April 10 on CBS. LBT adds their signature harmonies to the hit “Rocket Man,” while Maren tackles the fan favorite “Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters.” Miranda does “My Father’s Gun,” a deep cut from …
Mar 13
Kenny Chesney and David Lee Murphy’s latest collaboration all started with a smile
Blue Chair/Reviver RecordsDavid Lee Murphy has his first top-20 hit since 2004’s “Loco,” thanks to his new duet ‘Everything’s Gonna Be Alright’ with Kenny Chesney. While Kenny’s previously recorded plenty of David Lee’s songs, like “Living in Fast Forward,” he decided it was time the two head into the studio together. “When David Lee sent me the …
Mar 12
“Queens Don’t”: RaeLynn’s ready with new music
Warner Music NashvilleRaeLynn is getting ready to release both new music and a new video this week. The song, “Queens Don’t,” will arrive Friday with its own high-fashion-themed video. “‘Queens Don’t’ is an empowerment anthem,” RaeLynn says of the song. “A queen is any person who knows that they are royalty from the inside out regardless of where …
Mar 12
“Marry Me” becomes Thomas Rhett’s tenth #1
The Valory Music Co.Thomas Rhett extends his reign at #1 this week, as “Marry Me” manages to hang on to the top spot for a second week. TR’s current single is also the tenth chart topper of his career. “It is unbelievable to me that the fans and country radio have gotten behind me for ten …
Mar 12
Brad Paisley to host another night of funny business in Nashville
ABC/Image Group LA Brad Paisley will once again be flexing his funny bone, as he returns to host a night of stand-up during the 2018 Nashville Comedy Festival. The “Today” hitmaker will take the stage at Zanies Comedy Club in Music City on Thursday, April 19. Tickets go on sale Tuesday at 10 a.m. CT at Nashville.Zanies.com. …
Mar 12
More acts jump on The Bandwagon: Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town add shows and announce openers
MilkglassMiranda Lambert and Little Big Town are extending The Bandwagon Tour, adding three new dates, just as the first tickets go on sale. The reigning CMA Female Vocalist and Vocal Group of the Year are now set to play Houston, Dallas and Chicago, in addition to their previously announced shows. Tickets for stops in Charlotte, NC; Cincinnati, OH; …
Mar 12
Oh, What a World: Kacey Musgraves maps out European tour for fall
BT PRWhile headlining London’s Country to Country Festival this weekend, Kacey Musgraves announced she’ll be coming back for more. Kacey’s Oh, What a World Tour will kick off October 21 in Amsterdam, before continuing in England, Scotland and Ireland. Pre-sales start on Wednesday, with seats going on sale to the general public on Friday. Meanwhile, Kacey’s gearing …
Mar 12
“American Idol” alumni Scotty McCreery and Justin Guarini react to new season, offer advice to contestants
ABC/Lorenzo Bevilaqua (L-R) Michael Strahan, Cecilia Vega, Justin Guarini, Scotty McCreery American Idol debuted on ABC Sunday night and a couple of former Idol contestants were among those watching to see what the reboot had in store. First season runner-up Justin Guarini and season 10 winner Scotty McCreery both tuned in, and shared their thoughts on the new season on ABC’s Good …
Mar 12
“Hurricane” hits the Hall of Fame — and Luke Combs can’t wait to show his dad the damage
ABC/Randy HolmesIt’s been a whirlwind year for “Hurricane” hitmaker Luke Combs. The North Carolina native has two number ones to his credit, and with the opening of the new American Currents: The Music of 2017exhibit, he’s now been immortalized at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. That’s an impressive feat, especially for someone who already …
Mar 12
Welcome back, “American Idol”: Luke, Katy & Lionel find talent in four cities
ABC/Eric LiebowitzAmerican Idol is back to sing another day. The show’s two-hour premiere Sunday night on its new network, ABC, showed a kinder, gentler side of the singing competition, which previously ran for 15 seasons on Fox. Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan are at the judges’ table this time around and fortunately — …