Steve Nedved
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Jul 18
Jason Aldean says “Try That In A Small Town” accusations are “not only meritless, but dangerous”
ABC/Larry McCormack Jason Aldean says online accusations his “Try That In A Small Town” video is “pro-lynching” are “not only meritless, but dangerous.” The video shows the Georgia native performing the song in front of a courthouse with an American flag at the entrance, intercut with news footage of a burning flag, protesters clashing with police and a …
Jul 18
Nashville notes: Boy Named Banjo’s tour + Alana Springsteen and Chris Stapleton’s duet
Boy Named Banjo has announced their Dusk Til Dawn Tour. The multi-city trek kicks off September 14 in Atlanta, Georgia. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 21, at boynamedbanjo.com. Alana Springsteen has enlisted Chris Stapleton for her new song, “ghost in my guitar.” The duet is featured on TWENTY SOMETHING: Figuring It Out, the second part of her forthcoming three-part debut album. Jordan Davis has released a …
Jul 18
Beat the heat with Kelsea Ballerini + Lainey Wilson’s new SONIC Drive-In drinks
ABC Country stars Kelsea Ballerini and Lainey Wilson have teamed up with SONIC Drive-In to release new summertime SONIC drink customizations. Kelsea’s refreshing drink is Ocean Water® with Blue Raspberry and Lime, while Lainey’s is Sprite® Zero with Strawberries and Sugar-Free Peach. “I have so many summertime memories from my teen years until now that involve SONIC,” shares Kelsea. “From going …
Jul 18
Eric Church believes CMA Fest is what “makes country music unique”
ABC/Larry McCormack Ask Eric Church what distinguishes country music from other genres, and he’ll tell you it’s CMA Fest. “Well, I think it’s what makes country music unique. Find me another format that happens in, it’s just not something that happens,” Eric notes. “I think it’s because country music is the one format where the fans…the music is really …
Jul 18
Priscilla Block needs your help: “Is it time” to put up a Christmas tree?
Jason Davis/Getty Images for SiriusXM How early is too early for a Christmas tree? Priscilla Block recently posted an Instagram Reel asking fans to help her decide when she should put up her Christmas tree. “I just need to know, is it time?” Priscilla asks with her artificial Christmas tree in the background. “Is it time? Or do I just wait until …
Jul 18
Chris Young announces new song, “Young Love & Saturday Nights”
Ethan Miller/Getty Images The wait is over for new music from Chris Young. After several teases of the track, Chris has shared that his brand-new song, “Young Love & Saturday Nights,” will be out Friday, July 21. “Been waitin’ to drop a summer jam for y’all… ‘Young Love & Saturday Nights’ out this Friday!!!” Chris announced on Instagram alongside the song’s cover art. Prior …
Jul 18
Luke Combs responds to Tracy Chapman’s kind words: “Thank you, Tracy!”
ABC/Larry McCormack Receiving Tracy Chapman‘s stamp of approval and congratulatory words has meant a lot to Luke Combs. Earlier in July, after Luke’s cover of “Fast Car” reached #1 on Billboard‘s Country Airplay chart, Tracy shared how she felt about the resurgence of her 1988 hit. “I never expected to find myself on the country charts, but I’m honored to be there,” Tracy told Billboard. …
Jul 18
Miranda Lambert calls out fans for taking selfies during concert
ABC/Larry McCormack Miranda Lambert has left fans divided after a recent incident at her Las Vegas residency. During the show, Lambert paused her set to address a fan who was taking selfies instead of fully engaging in the live music experience. In the TikTok video posted Sunday, the country singer stopped singing “Tin Man” to say, “I’m gonna stop …
Jul 18
Cody Johnson + Vince Gill preview their ‘CMA Fest’ collabs
ABC/Connie Chornuk With the annual CMA Fest television special coming up, fans can expect a slew of performances from some of country music’s biggest stars, but that’s not all. This year’s lineup also features multiple onstage collaborations, such as Cody Johnson and Reba McEntire‘s performance of her 1986 hit “Whoever’s In New England.” “We’ve sang in the studio together when we recorded ‘Dear Rodeo,’ which was really …
Jul 17
Nashville notes: Tracy Lawrence at the Ryman + Caylee Hammack’s “That Dog”
Tracy Lawrence has announced his first headlining show at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, scheduled for May 4, 2024. Presale begins Wednesday, July 19, with the code FRIENDS, before the general sale on Friday, July 21. For more information, visit ryman.com. Caylee Hammack‘s dropped a new breakup anthem, “That Dog.” Of the track, Caylee shares, “Sometimes the true heartbreak lies in the pieces …