Steve Nedved
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May 08
Get a glimpse of Chris Janson’s ‘Outlaw Side’ in June
Courtesy of BLMG/Harpeth 60 Chris Janson will release his BLMG/Harpeth 60 debut album, The Outlaw Side of Me, on June 16. From Grammy-winning producer Julian Raymond, the 14-track record is entirely co-written by Chris and will feature collaborations with Brantley Gilbert, Darius Rucker, Dolly Parton and Slash. “From the minute I started this album ’til the minute we finished, I enjoyed every second,” Chris says of his autobiographical …
May 08
Cole Swindell announces engagement: “We’re so excited!”
ABC Cole Swindell has popped the question to his girlfriend, Courtney Little, and she said yes! “Still couldn’t tell ya everything I said down on one knee.. All I know is she said ‘YES’!” Cole shared on Instagram alongside photos of the big moment. “We’re so excited!” Courtney also broke the news on Instagram, saying, “Woke up as future Mrs. Swindell [ring …
May 08
Sam Hunt announces new song, “Women in My Life”
Todd Owyoung/NBC Sam Hunt‘s set to release a fresh track, “Women in My Life,” on Friday, May 12. “Got another song finished! It’s called ‘Women in my Life’ it’ll be out this coming Friday,” Sam tweeted. Though not much is known about the track, fans can preview its single cover, as well as an instrumental snippet, via …
May 08
Parker McCollum earns third chart-topper with “Handle On You”
Courtesy of MCA Nashville Parker McCollum has notched his third consecutive career chart-topper with “Handle On You.” The song follows in the footsteps of earlier number-one hits, “Pretty Heart” and “To Be Loved By You.” Of his new accomplishment, Parker shares, “Thank y’all for making ‘Handle On You’ my third #1. Releasing a new album with a …
May 08
Jason Aldean dedicates “Tough Crowd” to fans
Brian Higbee Jason Aldean has dropped a brand new song, “Tough Crowd.” Composed by Kurt Allison, Marv Green, Tully Kennedy, Kelley Lovelace and Neil Thrasher, this anthemic number serves as a tribute to Jason’s diverse fanbase. “This is just a song to me that talks about our fans…about us onstage getting a bird’s-eye view of our fans that come in all shapes and …
May 08
Megan Moroney talks favorites and emotions on her debut album, ‘LUCKY’
Sony Music Nashville/Columbia Records Fast-rising newcomer Megan Moroney has dropped her long-awaited debut album, LUCKY. Produced by Sugarland‘s Kristian Bush, the record boasts 13 songs that uniquely showcase “every sort of emotion” there is. “There’s happy songs, sad songs, but it’s like everything I love about country music,” Megan tells ABC Audio. “There’s snarky, funny songs. There’s really heartbreaking songs. And …
May 05
Nashville notes: Shy Carter and Caitlyn Smith’s duet + Carter Faith’s “Wild”
Shy Carter has enlisted Caitlyn Smith for a spellbinding duet, “How Did You Sleep.” Written by Carter, Smith and Bryan Simpson, the soaring breakup tune finds both singers coming to terms with their exes’ decisions to move on, while still reeling from the hurt. Carter Faith has released her debut track of the year, “Wild.” Of her new love song, Carter shares, “It’s a fun, upbeat, and …
May 05
Grab your Mother’s Day gift at the Opry Shop
Terry Wyatt/Getty Images To celebrate Mother’s Day, the Opry Shop is having a sale of 20% off on select products. The on-sale items include various female country stars’ merchandise, including the Carly Pearce Opry Exclusive 100th Show Retro Face T-shirt, Reba 35th Anniversary Hatch Show Print, Dolly Parton Photo Tote Bag and Ashley McBryde Official Opry Induction Hatch Print. Additionally, country-centric apparel and accessories …
May 05
Justin Moore’s ‘Stray Dog’ has arrived
Courtesy of The Valory Music Co. Justin Moore‘s seventh studio record, Stray Dog, is out. The eight-track project was recorded at the famed Castle Recording Studios in Franklin, Tennessee, and features Justin as a co-writer on every song. “A long time ago I decided I wasn’t going to play games or pursue things that didn’t make me happy, perhaps that’s made …
May 05
Kimberly Perry drops nostalgic “If I Die Young Pt. 2”
RECORDS Nashville/Columbia Records Kimberly Perry‘s debut solo single, “If I Die Young Pt. 2,” has arrived. Written by Kimberly, Jimmy Robbins and Nicolle Galyon, the nostalgic track serves as the sequel to The Band Perry‘s 2010 hit “If I Die Young.” “‘If I Die Young’ has always been my North Star,” says Kimberly, who was the lead singer of the now-disbanded The Band …