Steve Nedved
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Apr 27
Romance on the rocks: Is Michael Ray breaking up or making up in new “Get to You” video?
AtlanticMichael Ray’s trying to make a relationship last in his top-20 hit, “Get to You,” and he acts out that same scenario in his new video for the track. As the clip begins, Michael’s at home packing, with his blonde love interest also in the house. Eventually, Michael leaves, driving his Jeep to meet the …
Apr 27
“Still the Same,” just “Bigger”: Sugarland sets a date with “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
ABC/Heidi GutmanNext Wednesday, Sugarland delivers the TV debut of two songs from their new album on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will perform the lead single, “Still the Same,” as well as the record’s title track, “Bigger.” You can watch for the performances starting at 11:35 p.m. May 2 on ABC. “Still …
Apr 27
Why don’t you just meet me in the…studio? Maren Morris is “ready to record” album #2
ABC/Image Group LAWith four words and a photo, Maren Morris announced “she’s ready to record” her sophomore album. In the picture, Maren’s engagement ring and wedding band are prominently displayed, as her hand hides the potential track list for the album. At the top, you can make out the headings “MM2,” “Studio,” and “Days.” The …
Apr 27
“If I Know Me”: How newcomer Morgan Wallen earned the FGL seal of approval
Big LoudThe debut album from Morgan Wallen, If I Know Me, arrives today, just as his collaboration with Florida Georgia Line is dangerously close to becoming his first top-ten hit. The East Tennessee native readily admits “Up Down” is more than just a song — it’s an endorsement from FGL. “They actually mentioned that,” Morgan …
Apr 27
Listen: Camila Cabello & Kane Brown harmonize on “Never Be the Same” duet
Epic RecordsShe may no longer be a member of Fifth Harmony, but Camila Cabello has found someone new to harmonize with. She and Kane Brown have now released their duet version of Camila’s pop smash “Never Be the Same.” Camila writes on Twitter, “When we were writing [‘Never Be the Same’], [my producer] Frank Dukes …
Apr 27
“She lives this album with me”: How Nicole Kidman helped shape Keith Urban’s Graffiti U
ABC/Image Group LAGraffiti U is the first album Keith Urban has recorded predominantly in his home studio in Nashville. He admits that likely didn’t affect the album in a huge way — though it may have inspired its title. “The studio I have at home has huge windows,” he explains. “The studio’s flooded with natural light, …
Apr 26
“In Case You Didn’t Know,” Brett Young now has three chart-topping platinum singles in a row
ABC/Image Group LAIf two, back-to-back sold-out nights a San Jose’s Rodeo Club weren’t enough, California native Brett Young got an extra surprise Wednesday night: Reps from his record label arrived with a platinum plaque for his most-recent #1, “Like I Loved You.” That makes it Brett’s third chart-topping single to go platinum, on the heels …
Apr 26
Lots of opening acts, lots of Happy Endings: Old Dominion maps out a busy fall
RCA NashvilleMichael Ray, Granger Smith, Walker Hayes and High Valley will all join Old Dominion on the newest leg of their Happy Endings World Tour. It kicks off October 27 in Roanoke, Virginia, with Canadian duo High Valley joining for most of the U.S. dates. As of now, Granger’s only on the opening concert, with …
Apr 26
Listen now: What happens when you combine Cam, Ashley McBryde, and “Diane”
Sony/Warner Bros.There’s no doubt about it: Ashley McBryde can deliver a spot-on rendition of Cam’s “Diane.” Ashley and two of her bandmates recently recorded their take on the “Burning House” hitmaker’s latest single on their bus, and subsequently sent it to Cam, who was so flattered, she shared it on her socials. “When they tell …
Apr 26
Listen now: Keith Urban lets his “Horses” run, with a little help from Lindsay Ell
Capitol NashvilleKeith Urban’s new album, Graffiti U, comes out on Friday, and ahead of the album’s release, he’s letting his “Horses” run. The Australia superstar shared a clip of the track, which features Canadian guitar-slinger Lindsay Ell, on his socials, adding the line “Let’s be lost and young,” which is part of the song’s lyrics. …