Steve Nedved

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Kelsea Ballerini surprises her high school with tickets to ‘The Homecoming Show’

ABC Kelsea Ballerini may be a superstar, but she’s not forgotten where she came from.  The “half of my hometown” singer recently announced her headlining The Homecoming Show, set to take place in her hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee. Just as the news rolled out on September 12, Kelsea returned to Central High School live via video to surprise everyone with tickets to …

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Maren Morris ushers in a new chapter with ‘The Bridge’

Courtesy of Columbia Records Maren Morris is starting afresh with a new two-pack, The Bridge. The project features the break-free anthem “The Tree” and the ruminative “Get The Hell Out Of Here.” Maren co-wrote both tracks with longtime collaborators Jimmy Robbins and Laura Veltz. “As I’ve been working on my record nonstop this year, I realized these two songs deserved a moment on their own …

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Dan + Shay are “really proud” of ‘Bigger Houses’

Courtesy of Warner Music Nashville Dan + Shay‘s new album, Bigger Houses, has finally arrived. The 12-track collection was co-produced by the duo’s Dan Smyers and Scott Hendricks and first previewed with the title track, “Heartbreak On The Map” and its lead single, “Save Me The Trouble.” Of the project, Dan shares, “Some of our records have been more pop or hip-hop/R&B-infused, but on this record, …

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Blake, Kane, Kelsea + more to perform on ‘People’s Choice Country Awards’

Trae Patton/NBC Get ready for a star-studded night of music at the People’s Choice Country Awards. Blake Shelton, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini, Dan + Shay, Carly Pearce, Little Big Town, Jelly Roll, HARDY, Toby Keith and Wynonna Judd have been announced as the show’s performers.  In addition to performing, Toby Keith and Wynonna will receive the Country Icon Award and Country Champion Award, respectively. Little Big Town will also …

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Brothers Osborne embrace creative freedom and a “fresh start” on new album

Courtesy of EMI Records Nashville Brothers Osborne‘s highly anticipated fourth album has arrived. Out now, the 11-track album is one that marks a new chapter for the duo’s John and TJ Osborne in more ways than one. “Since we released music, John and I really shared so much about our personal lives since the release of Skeletons. And, I guess we didn’t …

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Nashville notes: Drake Milligan’s ‘AGT’ return + Carly Pearce’s signed frames

Drake Milligan returned to the America’s Got Talent stage on Wednesday, September 13, to perform his new song, “I Got A Problem.” In case you missed it, check it out on YouTube. Carly Pearce has dropped 100 autographed frames to commemorate the two-year anniversary of her album, 29: Written In Stone. The collector’s item is priced at $65 and can be purchased at Carly’s merch store. …

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Kelsea Ballerini is The Original Donut Shop’s new ambassador

ABC Kelsea Ballerini has been announced as The Original Donut Shop’s first celebrity ambassador. Forged from her love for coffee, Kelsea spoke with E! News recently about her new partnership and how she likes to enjoy her favorite cup of joe. “Everyone in my life knows that I’m not a morning girl,” says Kelsea. “I wake up and make …

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Kane Brown’s got big news coming next week

Trae Patton/NBC After a cryptic tease on his website earlier this week, Kane Brown has unveiled what he has up his sleeves. On Thursday, September 14, the country hitmaker shared that two big announcements are coming next week: A tour announcement’s set to arrive Wednesday, September 20, and a new song, “I Can Feel It,” drops Thursday, September 21.  The …

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Maren Morris + Hozier to perform on ‘CMT Crossroads’

Jason Kempin/Getty Images Maren Morris and Hozier are teaming up for an upcoming episode of CMT Crossroads. The show will feature collaborative performances of songs including Maren’s “The Bones,” “My Church,” upcoming song “The Tree” and Hozier’s “Take Me to Church.” “Hozier is such a necessary artist to these times,” Maren says. “He meets every moment with tenderness, clever wit and …

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Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen + Kip Moore earn CMA International Award nominations

ABC/Larry McCormack Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen and Kip Moore have been announced as the 2023 CMA International Artist Achievement Award nominees. According to the CMA, the award recognizes “outstanding achievement by a United States-based artist who has demonstrated the most significant creative growth, development and promotion of the Country Music industry outside of the United States during the eligibility period.” All …

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