Steve Nedved
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Jul 03
Luke Bryan’s staple 4th of July activities? Water and fireworks
ABC/Connie Chornuk Like many of us, Luke Bryan‘s 4th of July holiday activities typically involve two things: being on a boat and shooting up fireworks. “My plans for the Fourth are always to be on the boat somewhere in the water, and buy a few fireworks, [and] send ’em up in the sky for the boys,” Luke …
Jul 03
Dan + Shay confirm their seat arrangement on ‘The Voice’: “It’s two chairs but one button”
ABC/Larry McCormack Country-pop hitmakers Dan + Shay were recently announced as The Voice‘s first coaching duo. That had some wondering if the pair will be squeezing together on one chair. Fortunately for Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney, they’ll have two separate chairs on the show’s upcoming 25th season. “Listen, people are asking is it two chairs? Is it one? It’s two …
Jul 03
Carrie Underwood gets inked with her mom
ABC It’s not every day that a mother gets matching tattoos with her daughters. That’s what happened this past weekend to Carrie Underwood, her mom Carole and her two sisters, Stephanie and Shanna. “When your 74-year-old mother asks you and your sisters to get matching tattoos with her in Vegas, the only questions are, ‘what?’ and ‘where?’” Carrie captioned an Instagram carousel. “I never would’ve …
Jul 03
Brad Paisley’s excited to headline Nashville’s 4th of July concert
Brad: Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for The Michael J. Fox Foundation Brad Paisley is thrilled to headline Nashville’s Let Freedom Sing! Music City’s 4th of July celebration for a second year. His first run was in 2021 when everyone was returning to normalcy after 2020’s pandemic. So this year, he’s anticipating things will feel a little different. “I …
Jul 03
Dierks Bentley’s got high praise for Jordan Davis + Molly Tuttle
ABC/Connie Chornuk Dierks Bentley is currently on the road on his Gravel & Gold Tour. The trek, which kicked off earlier in June, has so far been one of Dierks’ favorite tours, from performing onstage for fans to watching Jordan Davis side stage and everything in between. “The road is so fun. I mean, I probably say that about …
Jul 01
Nashville notes: Billy Currington’s “City Don’t” + Vince Gill’s “Danny Boy”
Billy Currington has released a new song, “City Don’t.” The tune is an ode to small-town living and the country way of life. Vince Gill and Paul Franklin have dropped their rendition of the timeless “Danny Boy.” It’s the latest preview of their forthcoming album, Sweet Memories: The Music of Ray Price & The Cherokee Cowboys, due out August 4. Mason Ramsey‘s back with “Reasons To …
Jun 30
For Tyler Hubbard, Fourth of July’s about being “thankful for the country we live in”
ABC/Connie Chornuk With the Fourth of July coming up, “Dancin’ In The Country” hitmaker Tyler Hubbard is sharing what the day means to him. “Yeah, I love the Fourth of July. A lot of great memories growing up, watching fireworks, being with family, hanging out,” Tyler tells the press. “And even to this day, we have a tradition where …
Jun 30
Book your stay at Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort
NBC Planning the next summer vacation with your family? Then be sure to check out Dollywood’s newest resort, HeartSong Lodge & Resort. Located at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, the resort boasts an inviting atmosphere with its 4,000 square foot four-story lobby, warm stone fireplace and 302 spacious rooms. Indoor and outdoor pools and delectable dining options are available to visitors …
Jun 30
Get ready for a new Ashley McBryde song
ABC/Connie Chornuk Ashley McBryde‘s dropping a new song, “Made For This,” on July 7. “I just got off stage, but I’m excited to tell you that ‘Made For This’ comes out July 7,” Ashley announced in a Twitter video, before sharing a five-second clip of the track. “Made For This” will be included in Ashley’s forthcoming album, The …
Jun 30
Maddie & Tae drop new friendship anthem, “Heart They Didn’t Break”
Courtesy of Mercury Nashville Maddie & Tae are highlighting the gift of an unwavering and selfless friendship in their new song, “Heart They Didn’t Break.” The powerful track is penned by Benjy Davis, Anna Vaus and Ryan Beaver; Maddie & Tae have dubbed it the “soul sister” of their #1 hit, “Die From A Broken Heart.” “Our friendship has gotten us through so many phases of …