Steve Nedved
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Jan 23
Maren Morris & Zedd meet in “The Middle”
Nick WalkerMaren Morris, hitmaking deejay/producer Zedd, and electronic duo Grey are meeting in “The Middle.” That’s the name of the three artists’ new collaborative single, which is out now, along with a lyric video. In a statement, Zedd says, “We worked really hard on this record to get it just right and it feels great to be able to finally …
Jan 23
Country fans will become Bebe Rexha fans if it’s “Meant to Be”
ABC/Kelsea McNealTuesday night on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon, you’ll be able to see pop star Bebe Rexha team up with superstar country duo Florida Georgia Line for a performance of their hit “Meant to Be.” While she’d never even heard of FGL before their collaboration, Bebe says she’s now embracing the country music world with open arms. “I have …
Jan 22
Midland puts “blood, sweat, tears and booze” into On the Rocks
Harper Smith for Big Machine RecordsJust as Midland gets ready to compete for two Grammys at this weekend’s ceremony in New York City, the trio is giving fans an inside look at the making of their breakthrough record. “It’s like this super team where everybody’s working to bring the song to its full potential,” lead singer Mark Wystrach says …
Jan 22
MTI recognized for excellence in on-line learning
AffordableCollegesOnline.org, a leader in higher education information, resources and rankings, has recognized Mitchell Technical Institute for their excellence in online learning. MTI was listed as the top two-year college for online programs in South Dakota. The primary data points used to identify the best online colleges of 2018 included regional accreditation; in-state tuition and fees; …
Jan 22
Weekend Warrior graffiti? Brad Paisley tags Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena
ABC/Image Group LA Brad Paisley has left his mark on Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena — quite literally. Along with artist Rob Hendon, Brad has painted a Music-City-themed mural on the first level of venue. In addition to guitars, a cowboy hat and a catfish, you’ll also spot Gnash, the mascot of Nashville’s Predators hockey team. The artwork is …
Jan 22
Dolly’s working on new music for Jennifer Aniston’s “Dumplin'”
ABC/Lorenzo BevilaquaDolly Parton‘s music will play a central role in an upcoming movie starring Jennifer Aniston. Dumplin’ is based on the popular young adult novel by Julie Murphy about a teen who enters a beauty pageant, and who also happens to be a huge fan of the music superstar from East Tennessee. Dumplin’ is a nickname for Willowdean — …
Jan 22
“Round Here Buzz”: Eric Church hits #1 as “Mr. Misunderstood” goes platinum
ABC/Image Group LAEric Church may be Mr. Misunderstood, but it seems to be working out for him. The North Carolina native’s surprise 2015 album, which he unveiled more than two years ago at the CMA Awards, has just been certified platinum, as its fourth single, “Round Here Buzz,” climbs to #1 on the country chart. The project’s …
Jan 22
“Singles You Up”: How an engagement inspired Jordan Davis’s hit about stealing another guy’s girl
MCA NashvilleJordan Davis’s breakthrough hit, “Singles You Up,” happens to be a song about wanting to steal another guy’s girl. But the Louisiana native reveals the idea for the clever turn of a phrase actually came out of a very different situation. “My buddy I wrote that with had just gotten engaged,” Jordan tells ABC …
Jan 22
Dierks Bentley gets Mountain High with Brothers Osborne and LANCO in 2018
The GreenRoomBrothers Osborne and LANCO will be trekking up The Mountain with Dierks Bentley this summer. The two-time CMA Vocal Duo of the Year and the “Greatest Love Story” hitmakers will join Dierks on his 2018 Mountain High Tour, which takes its name from his forthcoming ninth studio album. “I can’t wait to fire up the buses and get back out there,” …
Jan 19
Coming soon: Maren Morris is in “The Middle” of new single with pop stars Zedd and Grey
ABC/Image Group LA She’s still riding the wave of her first solo #1 on the country chart, but Maren Morris now has new music coming. It won’t be from her own album though: It’s a collaboration with hitmaking deejay/producer Zedd and electronic duo Grey. Both Maren and Zedd shared the news of their collaboration on social media, along with the artwork for the song, …