Steve Nedved
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May 03
Willie Nelson to follow Dolly Parton into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Harmony Gerber/Getty Image This year, Willie Nelson becomes the second consecutive country icon to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, following in Dolly Parton‘s footsteps last year. Also selected this year in the Performers category are Sheryl Crow, The Spinners, Missy Elliott, Rage Against the Machine, Kate Bush and the late George Michael. Additionally, the Rock Hall will honor hip-hop pioneer DJ Kool …
May 03
Russell Dickerson’s “God Gave Me A Girl” was inspired by his love story
Triple Tigers Russell Dickerson‘s “God Gave Me A Girl” is his life story encapsulated in a song. Penned by Russell, Ashley Gorley, Chase McGill and Zach Crowell, the uptempo love song chronicles the highs and lows Russell experienced before realizing the gift he had all along — the love of his life, wife Kailey. “We broke up back in college. We had just graduated, actually. …
May 02
Nashville notes: Kip Moore on ‘GMA3’ + Chayce Beckham’s return to ‘Idol’
Kip Moore stopped by GMA3 to talk about the creative process behind his new album, Damn Love, and perform the title track. If you missed Kip’s interview and performance, watch it on goodmorningamerica.com. Chayce Beckham appeared on American Idol to perform his soul-stirring new song “Till The Day I Die.” While there, he was also surprised with a commemorative plaque for his song “23,” which is now RIAA-certified Gold. …
May 02
Eric Church unveils debut Outsiders Spirits whiskey
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for BMI Eric Church‘s Outsiders Spirits has launched its first line of whiskey, Whiskey JYPSI. The announcement follows two years of research and development for Outsiders Spirits, which was co-founded by Eric and entrepreneur Raj Alva in 2020. “Whiskey JYPSI celebrates doing things the unconventional way,” shares Eric. “It’s the commitment to the creative spirit, …
May 02
Bailey Zimmerman’s “Rock and A Hard Place” tops Billboard’s Country Airplay chart for six weeks
Warner Music Nashville/Elektra Records Bailey Zimmerman‘s “Rock and A Hard Place” has been holding steady atop Billboard‘s Country Airplay chart for six consecutive weeks. According to Billboard, “Rock and A Hard Place” is the first Country Airplay number one that has remained at its chart-topping position “for at least six weeks” since Morgan Wallen‘s “You Proof” reigned for 10 weeks. Penned by Heath Warren, Jacob Hackworth and Jet Harvey, …
May 02
“Gold” becomes Dierks Bentley’s 22nd chart-topper
Capitol Records Nashville Dierks Bentley has notched his 22nd number-one single on country radio with “Gold.” Written by Dierks alongside Luke Dick, Ashley Gorley and Ross Copperman, “Gold” is the lead single off his album Gravel & Gold, which arrived in February. “When we wrote ‘Gold,’ I wanted to write a song that captures the idea of enjoying the journey,” shares Dierks. “The reality is that there are a lot …
May 02
Chris Janson taps Dolly Parton and Slash for his “biggest collaboration to date”
Terry Wyatt/Getty Images A star-studded collaboration between Chris Janson, Dolly Parton and Slash is arriving on Friday, May 5. “I’m so thrilled to announce, that two Global Icons have joined me in song, for my absolute biggest collaboration to date,” Chris wrote in an email to fans on Tuesday, May 2. “Dolly and Slash, it doesn’t get any BIGGER than that!” The singer …
May 02
Faith Hill made Tim McGraw’s “favorite meal” for his birthday
Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for WarnerMedia Tim McGraw celebrated his 56th birthday on May 1 with a good ol’ Southern meal prepared by his wife, Faith Hill. The scrumptious platter consisted of pot roast, rice and gravy, peas and cornbread, collard greens and sweet tea. “My husband couldn’t wait until dinner for his favorite meal so we are having it for lunch……most likely …
May 02
Blake Shelton’s headed to the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Evans Vestal Ward/NBC Country superstar and The Voice coach Blake Shelton is next in line to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The ceremony will take place on Friday, May 12, with Carson Daly and Blake’s wife, Gwen Stefani, as guest speakers. Blake joins Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Dolly Parton, Faith Hill, Garth Brooks, Glen Campbell, The Judds, Kenny Rogers, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Vince Gill and other country artists who have …
May 02
Fresh perspectives helped shape Kip Moore’s new album, ‘Damn Love’
MCA Nashville Kip Moore‘s highly anticipated fifth studio album, Damn Love, is out now. Preceded by 2020’s Wild World, Kip says this new record is, in some ways, shaped by the pandemic. While no song directly chronicles that period, the emotions and intentions behind crafting the 13-song project were a result of a change in perspective. “The …