Steve Nedved
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Nov 03
100,000 meals and counting: Michael Ray and his fans feed an incredible number of shelter pets
Atlantic In just four weeks on his Get to You Tour, Michael Ray and his fans have supplied more than 100,000 meals for shelter pets. The Florida native was inspired to start a drive to help animals in need after rescuing a pup he appropriately named Wrigley last summer while performing in Chicago. “We set out to see …
Nov 03
After Brad Paisley tweet, CMA changes media restrictions about Las Vegas shooting questions
ABC/CMAWe don’t know whether it was entirely his doing, but Brad Paisley no doubt was a big factor in the Country Music Association rescinding its policy banning the media from asking questions about the mass shooting in Las Vegas at next Wednesday’s CMA Awards. “I’m sure the CMA will do the right thing and rescind these ridiculous …
Nov 03
“Unapologetically”: Kelsea Ballerini’s chronological account of her life for the last 2 years
Black River EntertainmentIf you wonder what life’s been like for Kelsea Ballerini since her debut album, The First Time, propelled her to stardom, all you have to do is listen to her sophomore effort to find out. “The last two years of my life have been literally like jam-packed, like a lifetime into two years,” the “Legends” …
Nov 03
“Beside You Babe”: Sylvia’s “Nobody” called — and Blake Shelton answered
Warner Music NashvilleIf you were around in the early eighties, it’s likely you know Sylvia’s biggest hit, “Nobody.” The catchy cheating song from 1982 went to #1 on the country chart, was a #5 adult contemporary hit, and even cracked the top-15 in the pop world. Even though that was 35 years ago, “Nobody” made such …
Nov 02
Deck the halls with Darius and Disney this holiday season
ABC/Image Group LAThis year, you can deck the halls with Darius Rucker and Disney. The South Carolina native will help kick off the Christmas season on Thursday, November 30, as he performs “Winter Wonderland” on The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration. The two-hour special starts at 9 p.m. ET on ABC. Then on Christmas morning, Darius …
Nov 02
Lady A and the legend who sang “Lady” to be honored at Sunday’s SESAC awards
ABC/Randy HolmesThe music rights organization SESAC will honor Lady Antebellum with its Humanitarian Award Sunday night during its annual ceremony at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood will be recognized for the work they’ve done through their charitable organization, LadyAid. Most recently, the trio gave $200,000 to help hurricane victims in Puerto …
Nov 02
Blake Shelton brings the big “Dogs” to “Live with Kelly and Ryan” on Friday
David Becker/Getty Images via ABCBlake Shelton crowns a week-long media blitz with an appearance Friday morning on Live with Kelly and Ryan. Throughout the week, the coach on The Voice has premiered tracks from his new album, Texoma Shore, on various shows. He did “At the House” and “I Lived It” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Today, while unveiling “Turnin’ …
Nov 02
And the award goes to: Trisha Yearwood, Dustin Lynch, Luke Combs & more to pass out trophies at the CMAs
Country Music AssociationIt’s just a matter of days until the 51st Annual CMA Awards, and the Country Music Association is lining up the stars who’ll be handing out trophies on country’s biggest night. New Artist of the Year nominees Lauren Alaina, Luke Combs and Brett Young will all take a turn at the proverbial podium, with Dustin Lynch and Trisha Yearwood pitching in to …
Nov 02
Mitchell man pleads not guilty to murder and manslaughter
A Mitchell man accused of suffocating his wife has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and manslaughter. Thirty-nine-year-old James Brinker is charged in the death last month of 36-year-old Marie Brinker. He entered his pleas Wednesday and trial was scheduled for the week of Feb. 13. Court documents allege Brinker wrapped his wife in …
Nov 02
“Ask Me How I Know”: Why Garth Brooks is particularly excited about his CMA Awards performance next week
ABC RadioNext Wednesday night in Nashville, Garth Brooks defends his title as the current CMA Entertainer of the Year. While it’s not surprising that he’s also secured a coveted performance slot on the show, even Garth himself is pleased about WHAT he’ll get to sing. “It’s pretty cool,” he tells ABC Radio. “They came to me …