Steve Nedved
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Jan 17
“Graffiti U”: Keith Urban reveals album title, plus tour with Kelsea Ballerini
ABC/Image Group LA Keith Urban’s new album and world tour will both be called Graffiti U. The Aussie superstar made the announcement Wednesday evening during a special Facebook Live event from a surprise pop-up show at Nashville’s Exit/In. “I’ve been full-on writing, recording, collaborating and creating with some incredibly talented people for Graffiti U, a lot of …
Jan 17
“Baby I’m Burning”: The awards roll in for Dolly Parton
ABC/Lou RoccoWe’re barely two weeks into 2018, and the awards are already piling up for Dolly Parton, as the Emmys, Guinness World Records, and the RIAA are all coming calling. The Sevierville, Tennessee native will receive The Governors’ Award for Outstanding Achievement in Community Service January 20 at the 32nd MidSouth Regional Emmys. Her Smoky Mountains Rise telethon, …
Jan 17
Mitchell storage unit burglary reported
Between 12-31-17 at 4:00 P.M. and 1-8-18 at 7:10 P.M. an unknown person(s) forcibly entered a storage unit located in the 900 block of North Ohlman, Mitchell SD. Stolen in the burglary were several Dewalt cordless tools and a Yeti cooler. Total value of the property stolen is approximately $1100.00. If you have information in …
Jan 17
“It Goes On”: Zac Brown & Sir Rosevelt record new song for “12 Strong”
ElektraZac Brown and his side project, Sir Rosevelt, have recorded a new song for the movie, 12 Strong. “It Goes On” is featured in the film, which stars Chris Hemsworth and Michael Shannon. 12 Strong tells the story of the U.S. Special Forces team that worked to take down the Taliban and al-Qaeda in the wake of 9/11. “It Goes On” is …
Jan 17
Summer Plays On, as Lady A and Darius Rucker hit the road together in July
The GreenRoomGet ready for the show that promises to be the feel-good tour of 2018. Pals Lady Antebellum and Darius Rucker are teaming up for the Summer Plays On trek, starting in July. “Yours” hitmaker Russell Dickerson will open. “For us as a band, being out on the road together is where it all comes to life,” Charles Kelley says. “Darius is one of our …
Jan 17
Kane Brown keeps a lock on country’s #1 album in 2018
ABC/Image Group LA Kane Brown is kicking off 2018 on top of the world. The “What Ifs” hitmaker is currently spending his second week this year at #1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums ranking. It’s the fourth week at the top overall for the newcomer’s self-titled debut. Kane Brown immediately ascended to #1 when it was originally released …
Jan 17
“Woman, Amen”: Dierks Bentley’s lead single from The Mountain is a shout-out to his wife
ABC/Image Group LA Dierks Bentley released the lead single from his forthcoming album, The Mountain, on Wednesday. Just like his #1 hit, “Black,” the song, “Woman, Amen” is a tribute to his wife Cassidy. “My wife and our relationship has been the one constant element in my life over all the ups and downs of my career and …
Jan 17
“A Lot of Things Different”: Kenny Chesney leaves longtime label to sign with Warner Bros.
Allister AnnKenny Chesney is leaving his longtime record label, Sony Music Nashville, to sign with Warner Brothers. “It’s a big deal to change labels,” the superstar from East Tennessee says. “To me, music is only complete when it gets to the fans and becomes part of their lives. The people at Warner understand my commitment to …
Jan 17
Three decades and $750 million later, Randy Owen keeps the promise he made to St. Jude’s Danny Thomas
ABC RadioNearly three decades ago, Alabama’s Randy Owen took up the cause of St. Jude founder Danny Thomas, leading the charge for country music to raise money to help end childhood cancer. As of this weekend’s 29th annual Country Cares for St. Jude Seminar in Memphis, country’s efforts have brought in more than three-quarters of a billion dollars. Drake …
Jan 16
A little bit country, a little bit rock and roll: Lennon Stella charts her course after “Nashville”
Jake Niles Getter/CMTRayna Jaymes’ daughter has signed a record deal — but it doesn’t sound like she’ll be singing a country tune. Lennon Stella — who’s played Maddie Jaymes on all six seasons of Nashville — will release her debut pop album later this year. The 18-year-old’s project will be on the RECORDS label, which is a partnership …