Steve Nedved
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Jun 08
Dierks left his autograph on a baby’s head: “I didn’t want to do it”
NBC Albums, posters and T-shirts aren’t the only things artists have to sign sometimes. There are other items like boots, cowboy hats and bandanas, especially if you’re a country singer. But, those are a far cry from one of the most bizarre things Dierks Bentley recalls autographing: “A baby’s head.” “Yeah, like a 2-week-old baby. I didn’t want to do it. I didn’t want …
Jun 08
Darius Rucker loves how CMA Fest brings artists + fans together
ABC/Michael Moriatis Fans aren’t the only ones excited about CMA Fest. Artists are, too, especially “Come Back Song” hitmaker Darius Rucker. “Music Fest is like nothing else. I say all the time that country music is the only genre that could have something like that. It’s truly amazing,” shares Darius. “People are everywhere and they want to …
Jun 08
Carrie Underwood teases a snippet of new song
ABC Carrie Underwood is dropping a new song, “Take Me Out,” on Friday, June 9. “A new track is being added to the #DenimAndRhinestones era!” TeamCU announced on Carrie’s Instagram. “#TakeMeOut will be available everywhere you listen to music tonight at midnight ET!” Carrie’s latest album, Denim & Rhinestones, dropped in June 2022 and features the singles “Ghost Story” and “Hate …
Jun 08
Kane Brown rolls out “Bury Me in Georgia” music video
Courtesy of Sony Music Nashville Kane Brown has unveiled the music video for his latest single, “Bury Me in Georgia.” The monochrome video features various clips of Kane’s high-energy performance of the track onstage, with footage of fans beaming at his shows included, as well. “Bury Me in Georgia” is off Kane’s third studio album, Different Man. The expansive 17-song project …
Jun 08
Dustin Lynch is ecstatic about his debut Nashville Pool Situation at CMA Fest
John Medina/Getty Images Dustin Lynch‘s ready to go into full “party mode” with his first Pool Situation party in Nashville during CMA Fest. “This is one of those, like, ‘Duh, how did we not think of that until now? We should have a Pool Situation at CMA Fest,’” Dustin tells ABC Audio. “I hope [it’s] something that goes off …
Jun 07
Nashville notes: Randy surprises Josh + Anne Wilson’s “Seventh of June”
Randy Travis surprised Josh Turner at the Grand Ole Opry with a plaque commemorating Josh’s new RIAA certifications. Your Man is now an RIAA-certified three-times Platinum album, while the title track is a four-times Platinum single. Check out the photo on Facebook. New UMG Nashville signee and chart-topping country-Christian artist Anne Wilson has dropped a deeply personal new song, “Seventh of June.” The powerful number was penned by …
Jun 07
Shop Carly’s Closet at CMA Fest + online
ABC Ever wanted to own something from Carly Pearce‘s personal wardrobe collection? Well, here’s your chance. Carly’s Closet returns to this year’s CMA Fest on Thursday, June 8, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Noelle Nashville. The pop-up shop will allow fans to purchase items that Carly’s owned and been decked out in. “So excited to be bringing Carly’s …
Jun 07
Sam Hunt “fell in love” with Nashville on his first CMA Fest visit as a fan
Jason Kempin/Getty Images There’s a special, undeniable charm about Nashville. Just ask Sam Hunt, whose life was changed after his first visit to CMA Fest as a fan. “You know, I was here several years ago for the first time for CMA Fest as a fan. I came out to the show, did the full experience, and it …
Jun 07
Keith Urban likens CMA Fest to a “summer camp”
ABC/Eric McCandless Keith Urban has attended and performed at CMA Fest since its old “Fan Fair” days. And despite being a veteran performer now, Keith still relishes the fun and camaraderie of the annual festival’s events. “I love it! It’s like summer camp. I mean, it is!” shares Keith. “It’s a chance to obviously see a lot of people I don’t …
Jun 07
Thomas Rhett celebrates ’20 NUMBER ONES’ with new vinyl
Courtesy of The Valory Music Co. Vinyl collectors, here’s another great country LP to add to your collection. Thomas Rhett is celebrating 10 years of hits with a new vinyl that’s aptly titled 20 NUMBER ONES. Due out September 29, the two-disc record will include Thomas’ hits from his decadelong career, including “It Goes Like This,” “Die A Happy Man,” “Marry You,” …