Steve Nedved
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Sep 14
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 …
Sep 14
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 …
Sep 14
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 …
Sep 14
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 …
Sep 14
Carrie Underwood’s excited for “more denim, more rhinestones”
Theo Wargo/Getty Images Carrie Underwood‘s getting ready to showcase “more denim” and “more rhinestones.” The country superstar joined NBC’s Today on September 14 to perform and chat about Denim & Rhinestones and why she’s giving her latest album the deluxe treatment. “Well basically, I kind of just didn’t want it to end. So we decided to add some tracks that kind of fit in the …
Sep 14
Dan + Shay plot 2024 The Heartbreak On The Map Tour
ABC/Larry McCormack Dan + Shay have announced their headlining The Heartbreak On The Map Tour. The 2024 trek kicks off in Greenville, South Carolina, on February 29 before hitting Charlottesville, Austin, Knoxville, Nashville, Philadelphia, Newark and more cities. The concluding show will be in Boston on April 13. “Everything She Ain’t” hitmaker Hailey Whitters and Nashville-based singer/songwriter Ben Rector will serve as openers. …
Sep 14
Luke Bryan gets an epic roast from Dierks Bentley: “You’re old dude”
ABC Luke Bryan recently celebrated achieving 30 career #1 singles at country radio. Present at his Nashville party were members from the music industry, his team at Universal Music Group Nashville and several country stars, including Dierks Bentley. Just before delivering a cover of Luke’s “Play It Again,” Dierks surprised Luke and attendees with a hilarious roast about the 47-year-old’s age. …
Sep 13
Nashville notes: John Morgan’s EP + Pat Boone’s ‘Country Jubilee’
Rising country singer/songwriter John Morgan — who co-wrote Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood‘s “If I Didn’t Love You” — is set to release his debut EP, Remember Us?, on Friday, October 6. The six-song set is available for presave now. Music legend Pat Boone has released his new country album, Country Jubilee. The 25-track project includes “Grits,” covers of country classics and a duet with Crystal Gayle on her hit song “You and …
Sep 13
Miranda Lambert celebrates 5 years of Idyllwind
ABC Idyllwind Fueled by Miranda Lambert is officially five. Miranda celebrated her lifestyle brand and fashion line’s fifth anniversary on X, formerly known as Twitter, sharing, “.@Idyllwind turns 5 today! We’re all badass and imperfect. And this line celebrates embracing that about ourselves. Thank y’all for the love and support.” To further celebrate this milestone, Miranda’s Idyllwind is having a contest with …
Sep 13
Dustin Lynch + Jelly Roll to drop new collab on Friday
Alysse Gafkjen/Courtesy of Broken Bow Records Dustin Lynch is set to release his duet with Jelly Roll, “Chevrolet,” on Friday, September 15. After teasing a “little surprise” announcement earlier, the country star finally shared the exciting news with fans on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Wednesday, September 13. “Chevrolet” w/ my bubba @JellyRoll615 out Friday! Summer ain’t quite over yet, hope …