Steve Nedved
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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,” …
Jun 07
Bailey Zimmerman shares footage of his album release week
ABC Bailey Zimmerman recently released his highly anticipated debut record, Religiously. The Album. Now, he’s offering fans a glimpse of all that happened during album release week. “I can’t thank y’all enough for continuing to show ‘Religiously. The Album.’ so much love and support [heart emoji] being able to release music to y’all is such a blessing [folded …
Jun 07
Michael Ray reveals new EP cover, title track dropping Friday
Courtesy of Warner Music Nashville Michael Ray has unveiled the cover art of his upcoming EP, Dive Bars & Broken Hearts. Set to arrive on June 23, the six-song project is Michael’s first set of new music following 2021’s Higher Education EP. “Dive Bars & Broken Hearts is me getting to the sound I’ve always heard in my head, something that’s played …
Jun 07
Morgan Wallen ‘cleared to talk and sing’ after weeks-long vocal rest
Jason Davis/Getty Images Morgan Wallen is back! The country star, who had been on a weeks-long vocal rest, announced Tuesday that he was given the green light to “talk and sing” again. Sharing a picture of himself on a boat, Wallen wrote, “The doc cleared me to talk and sing… we back.” The news comes after the …
Jun 07
Jordan Davis recalls being blown away by Chris Stapleton at CMA Fest
NBC If you’re headed to CMA Fest, be sure to keep your eyes and ears peeled for the next big superstar. Because, as Jordan Davis knows from experience, “You never know who you’re going to see.” Jordan recently recounted to ABC Audio one of his most indelible CMA Fest memories, which involved then-newcomers Chris Stapleton and Sam Hunt. “I was at …
Jun 06
Nashville notes: Zach Bryan’s new achievements + Anne Wilson joins UMG Nashville
Zach Bryan‘s American Heartbreak has been certified Platinum by the RIAA. His single “Something in the Orange” is now RIAA-certified four-times Platinum, as well. Capitol Christian Music Group’s Anne Wilson has joined UMG Nashville’s artist roster. Check out photos from the signing and read Anne’s announcement on Instagram. Alex Hall has tapped Brandy Clark for his new duet, “Women and Horses.” The track will be featured on his forthcoming debut album, Side …