Steve Nedved
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Jun 27
Nashville notes: Chris Stapleton’s summer merch + Billy Currington’s new music
Chris Stapleton has dropped new summer merch, which includes a tie-dye T-shirt, water bottle, sunglass strap and tank top, among other things. Shop it now at Chris’ merch store. To celebrate their new Memory Lane EP, Old Dominion has released brand new Memory Lane merch items. Shop the collection now at Old Dominion’s merch store. Billy Currington might be rolling out new tunes soon. “You guys may …
Jun 27
Soak in the summer fun at Nashville’s Gaylord Opryland
Getty Images Need help planning the perfect family-friendly trip this summer? Fret not, Gaylord Opryland’s got you covered. The resort has officially kicked off the summer season with numerous activities for you and your family. This includes enjoying some water fun at Soundwaves (Nashville’s only resort indoor-outdoor water park), embarking on the Adventure Kids Hidden Treasure Hide & Sea-k Scavenger …
Jun 27
Celebrate summer with Russell Dickerson’s new EP
Courtesy of Triple Tigers Records Russell Dickerson has dropped his new summer EP, Three Months Two Streets Down. The project features Russell as a writer on four of its five songs. Tyler Hubbard and Dan + Shay‘s Shay Mooney also contribute as writers on “Down on the Beach” and “Ride The Wave,” respectively. “I’ve had these songs for awhile and wanted to do something cool with …
Jun 27
“Next Thing You Know,” Jordan Davis has his sixth #1
Courtesy of MCA Nashville Jordan Davis has notched his sixth career #1 with “Next Thing You Know.” The romantic ode was written by Jordan, Greylan James, Josh Osborne and Chase McGill, and is his fastest-rising single to date. “This song has been a special one since the day I wrote it with…To Greylan, Josh, and Chase, thank y’all for writing this one the …
Jun 27
Tim McGraw, Chris Stapleton, Kane Brown + more announced as ACM Special Awards honorees
Courtesy of Academy of Country Music The annual Academy of Country Music Honors is returning to the Ryman Auditorium on August 23, with Carly Pearce serving as the night’s host. This year’s ACM Special Awards honorees include Tim McGraw (ACM Icon Award), Chris Stapleton (ACM Triple Crown Award), Kane Brown (ACM International Award), BRELAND (ACM Lift Every Voice Award) and HARDY (ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year), among others. “The Academy of …
Jun 27
Dierks Bentley takes son Knox to his first hosting gig
Bruce Bennett/Getty Images Dierks Bentley hosted the 2023 NHL Awards at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Monday, June 26, with his son, Knox. While this wasn’t the country star’s first hosting opportunity, it was his 9-year-old son’s. The father and son duo worked together on the pre-show prep and onstage hosting duties. In Dierks’ latest Instagram video, he shared Knox and himself in their …
Jun 27
Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean + more to perform at Covenant School benefit concert
NBC Nashville’s country music community will be coming together on August 7 for A Covenant Knight at the Grand Ole Opry House. The benefit concert, which will honor victims and families affected by the tragic Covenant School shooting back in March, will feature performances from Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Old Dominion, Lee Brice, Maddie & Tae and more. Radio veteran Storme Warren will serve as the night’s host. …
Jun 27
Lainey Wilson recalls the day she wrote “Watermelon Moonshine”
Courtesy of BBR Music Group You’re not alone if you find Lainey Wilson‘s “Watermelon Moonshine” reminiscent of yesteryears. For Lainey, the song’s every bit as nostalgic as it sounds, with a story many may resonate with. “‘Watermelon Moonshine’ is one of those songs where we sat down and really started talking about those little flings that we had …
Jun 26
Nashville notes: Carly Pearce’s tote bag + Charles Esten’s “In A Bar Somewhere”
Carly Pearce has dropped a new tote bag inspired by her hometown of Taylor Mills, Kentucky. Check it out at Carly’s merch store. Tyler Farr‘s new EP, Rednecks Like Me, arrives July 14 and is available for presave now. Charles Esten‘s released his new song, “In A Bar Somewhere.” The mid-tempo track was written by Charles, Neil Medley and Jason Gantt on Zoom while he was in Barbados filming …
Jun 26
Gary LeVox launches new LEVOX Wines
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for CMT Gary LeVox has teamed up with Hayworth Estate Wines to roll out a new wine collection, LEVOX Wines. The collection, which includes a 2021 Pinot Noir and 2022 Pinot Gris, came about from the longtime friendship Gary has with the founder of Hayworth Estate Wines, Russ Hayworth. “Russ Hayworth and I have known each other for over 20 years. …