Steve Nedved
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May 25
"Then. Now. Forever Country.": 50th Annual CMA Awards Set for November 2
Bob D’Amico/ABCIt’s a celebration half a century in the making. This fall, the Country Music Association marks a milestone as it passes out its yearly trophies November 2 in Nashville. The 50th Annual CMA Awards will air live from Bridgestone Arena the first Wednesday in November starting at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Tuesday night …
May 25
Don't Be "Jealous"– Your Chance to See Thomas Rhett with Nick Jonas Is Coming
CMTThe electric energy that kept fans on their feet during a recent Friday evening taping in Nashville will make its way to the small screen next month, as the episode of Crossroads that pairs Thomas Rhett with Nick Jonas airs on CMT. The dynamic duo powers through TR’s hits “T-Shirt,” “Die a Happy Man,” “Crash and Burn” and “Make Me Wanna,” …
May 25
On "Kimmel," Brad Paisley Performs with Demi Lovato, Reveals He'll Host CMAs with Carrie Again
Mark Horton/WireImageBrad Paisley made some news on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Tuesday night. First, he give Kimmel a full-throated endorsement of the chat show host’s run for Vice President of the United States — even wearing a campaign t-shirt to prove his loyalty. Paisley also sang a song poking fun of the North Carolina bathroom controversy set …
May 24
Blake Shelton Set to Rub Noses with Julia Roberts and Elton John
NBC/David LaChapelleNot only will Blake Shelton be rubbing elbows with some majors stars, he’ll also be rubbing noses — red noses, that is- – for NBC’s The Red Nose Day Special this Thursday. Blake and legend Elton John will provide the music for the event, along with David Letterman’s longtime bandleader Paul Shaffer. Red Nose …
May 24
Newcomer Clare Dunn Gets All Dressed Up for "Now That's What I Call Country 9"
UMG NashvilleNewcomer Clare Dunn has the unique distinction of having the sole new song on the latest edition of Now That’s What I Call Country. The ninth country-themed collection in the series features number-ones by veterans like Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts and Luke Bryan, alongside the first chart toppers by breakthrough artists Cam, Granger Smith, …
May 24
Chris Young Gets CMA Music Festival 2016 Rollin' on the Riverfront
RCA NashvilleChris Young will get the party started officially for CMA Music Festival 2016 with a free performance at Music City’s new Ascend Amphitheatre on the banks of the Cumberland River. Nashville Mayor Megan Barry and the Fisk Jubilee Singers will join the “Think of You” hitmaker on the newly christened Skyview Stage for the …
May 24
Together Again: Lady Antebellum Reunites to Host ACM Special for CBS
Capitol NashvilleThough they’ve been spent most of the year apart working on their individual projects, the members of Lady Antebellum will be back together again to host the 10th Annual ACM Honors special this fall on CBS. While the Academy of Country Music has held the ceremony for its special honorees and off-camera winners from …
May 24
Frankie Ballard Gets "El Rio"-Ready on the Latest Edition of "Skyville Live"
Warner Music NashvilleFrankie Ballard continues the countdown to his new album El Rio, with a performance Tuesday night on the latest edition of the web-based concert series Skyville Live. You can be sure the Michigan native will do his latest hit, the top twenty “It All Started with a Beer,” as he takes the stage alongside ZZ Top frontman Billy Gibbons and …
May 24
Demi Drops In: Brad Paisley Surprises Fans on First Weekend of Life Amplified Tour
Arista NashvilleFans at one of Brad Paisley’s stops on his Life Amplified World Tour this weekend definitely got more than they bargained for. “We cut a little song that came out a week ago and we wanted to practice it, so you’re our guinea pigs tonight,” he teased the crowd at California’s Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, before …
May 24
Little Big Town Will Debut New Song Tonight on "The Voice"
Frederick Breedon/WireImageThere’s another reason to tune in to tonight’s season finale of The Voice, besides learning who wins. You’ll get to hear Little Big Town perform their brand-new song, “One of Those Days,” from their forthcoming album, Wanderlust. Wanderlust was produced by Grammy-winning The Voice coach Pharrell Williams, with some help from pop star Justin …