Steve Nedved
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Sep 01
Dierks Bentley Couldn't Wait to Tell Rocker Elle King She's Nominated for a CMA Award
ABC/Image Group LAAs excited as Dierks Bentley was about his own four nods at this year’s CMA Awards, he couldn’t wait to tell rocker Elle King about their shared nomination for Musical Event of the Year for their current single, “Different for Girls.” “I’m gonna give her a call as soon as I can and wake her up. Maybe …
Aug 31
"She's the Real Deal": Keith Urban Brags on Maren Morris's Success at the CMA Noms
Columbia NashvilleKeith Urban couldn’t be prouder, as his Ripcord World Tour-mate walks away with most-nominated status at this year’s CMA Awards. Maren Morris equals both Eric Church and Chris Stapleton, grabbing five nods, while her Australian-superstar boss nabs four, including one for the coveted Entertainer of the Year. “She so deserves every bit of this,” Keith brags. “She’s the real …
Aug 31
How Sam Hunt Made History with "Make You Miss Me"
ABC/Image Group LAAs “Make You Miss Me” ascends to the top of the country chart this week, Sam Hunt also makes history. He becomes the first solo male ever to chart four number-one singles from his debut album on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. “Leave the Night On,” “House Party” and “Take Your Time” are his three other …
Aug 31
CMA Excitement Overload: Even Keith Urban, Cam and Dierks Bentley Aren't Exempt
Country Music AssociationMoments after announcing the nods for the 50th Annual CMA Awards live Wednesday on Good Morning America, both Dierks Bentley and Cam were still clutching the cards that revealed they’re up for the Country Music Association’s yearly honors. “I’m keeping these at the house, no matter what,” Dierks told ABC Radio after learning of his four nominations. “I’m …
Aug 31
Goin' Honky Tonkin': Dan+Shay Plan Their ACM Honors After-Party
EWarner Music Nashvillearly Tuesday evening, Dan+Shay performed on the ACM Honors at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. But before the show, Shay Mooney’s thoughts were already drifting to the after-party. “Are you talking about performing, or as far as like later tonight?” he joked, when asked what the evening held in store. On the special, which airs September 9 …
Aug 31
Maren Morris and Eric Church Lead 50th Annual CMA Award Nominations
Courtesy Country Music Association Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, and Keith Urban are your Entertainer of the Year nominees for this year’s CMA Awards. Maren Morris, Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, Dierks Bentley and Carrie Underwood are among the artists scoring multiple nominations. Eric, Maren and Chris have the most, with five nods …
Aug 31
Why Keith Urban, Little Big Town and Dierks Bentley Are Performing David Bowie at the Ryman
Capitol NashvilleAt Tuesday night’s 10th Annual ACM Honors show at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, not only did a who’s who of country stars tape an upcoming CBS special, some of them also pre-recorded their performance for next week’s Stand Up to Cancer telecast. “We’re gonna get to do a version of ‘Heroes’ by [David] Bowie,” Keith Urban explained. “Little Big …
Aug 30
Luke Bryan Hits a Home Run at Wrigley Field
ABC/Image Group LAThough he’s not usually playing on the baseball diamond, Luke Bryan can officially say he’s hit a home run at Wrigley Field. This Saturday, the CMA Entertainer of the Year managed a sell-out during his first show at the home of the Chicago Cubs. You can get a taste of the Georgia native’s …
Aug 30
Cam Prepares to Burn Down the House on First Headlining Tour
Arista NashvilleCam will soon be bringing her “Burning House” to a city near you! Once the California native wraps her summer trek with Dierks Bentley, she’ll embark on her very first headlining tour, named for her breakthrough hit. The Burning House Tour will stop in a dozen cities around the country, with Cam promising more than just …
Aug 30
Carrie Underwood Gives "Somethin' Bad" the Football Treatment
Arista NashvilleIf you’re a fan of Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert’s number-one hit from 2014, “Somethin’ Bad,” you’ll want to check out its new incarnation as the theme for Sunday Night Football. You can hear the complete recording of the retooled “Oh, Sunday Night” at NBCSports.com now, but you’ll have to wait until the show’s September 11 premiere to see Carrie’s …
