Steve Nedved

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Nate Smith knew he had to include “World on Fire” on his debut album

Sony Music Nashville Nate Smith‘s long-awaited self-titled debut album has finally arrived, and it’s got both a standard and deluxe version. Originally slated for February 17, Nate pushed back the release date to April 28 so that he could be on the road performing and celebrating the release with his fans. The postponement also gave Nate …

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Nashville notes: Old Dominion’s merch sale + Payton Smith’s new EP

Old Dominion is having a buy one, get one free sale on their online merchandise store. Eligible items include hoodies, T-shirts and hats. Check out shop.weareolddominion.com. Rising country artist Payton Smith has announced his new EP, What Colors You Wild. The seven-song set drops May 19 and is available for presave now. Neo-traditional country artist Chancey Williams made his Grand Ole Opry debut recently. While on the hallowed stage, he …

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Here’s a sneak peek of Miranda Lambert’s Wanda June Home Spring collection

Christopher Polk/NBC Get ready to spruce up your spring with the Spring collection from Miranda Lambert‘s Wanda June Home line.  While not launching until mid-May, the Walmart home-goods line shared a preview of what fans can expect on Instagram. The video post featured glimpses of the upcoming “Bless Your Heart” and “Hello Darlin’” doormats, among others. Sneak a peek …

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A new house is underway for Jon Pardi

Trae Patton/NBC Jon Pardi has some “dirt on [his] boots” and jeans. That’s because he’s on the location of his soon-to-be-constructed new house. Though not quite built yet, Jon posted pictures on Instagram of him and his family standing on the land of his future home with construction forklifts in the background.  “Almost ready to build the new house, …

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Garth Brooks admires Matthew McConaughey’s leadership

Jason Kempin / Staff Garth Brooks is set to perform at Matthew McConaughey‘s 11th annual fundraising event, Mack, Jack & McConaughey, on Thursday, April 27. Led by Matthew, and co-organized by singer/songwriter Jack Ingram and ESPN analyst and Texas coaching legend Mack Brown, the joint nonprofit effort aims to raise funds to empower kids through various charity organizations. “They team up …

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Wynonna Judd joins CMA Fest Artist of the Day lineup

ABC The Country Music Association has announced Wynonna Judd as the fourth and final artist on the Artist of the Day lineup. Wynonna will take the CMA Close Up Stage inside Fan Fair X on Sunday, June 11, for an up-close-and-personal conversation hosted by Trisha Yearwood. Wynonna joins previously announced Dierks Bentley (June 8), Reba McEntire (June 9) and Brothers Osborne (June 10) as part of the …

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Reba McEntire + Brooks & Dunn drop acoustic version of “If You See Him, If You See Her”

MCA Nashville Reba McEntire and Brooks & Dunn are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their hit “If You See Him, If You See Her” with a newly recorded acoustic version. Produced by acclaimed producer Dave Cobb, the track features a more piano- and acoustic guitar-driven production than its original 1998 recording, which became a multiple-week number-one single that year. “If You See Him, …

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Star-studded performance lineup revealed for 2023 ACM Awards

Academy of Country Music The performance lineup for the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards has been announced. Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Morgan Wallen, Keith Urban, Kane Brown, Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, Jo Dee Messina, Ashley McBryde, Jelly Roll, Cole Swindell, The War And Treaty, Bailey Zimmerman, and co-host and country legend Dolly Parton are set to perform from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Additionally, Dolly will debut her …

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“Gold” made Dierks Bentley fall in love with Nashville again

Capitol Records Nashville Dierks Bentley‘s “Gold” is fast moving to the top of the country chart. Penned by Dierks, Ashley Gorley, Luke Dick and Ross Copperman, the track boasts uplifting lyrics that encourage listeners to count their blessings amid life’s highs and lows.  “I got some rust on my Chevy but it’s ready to roll/ I got a rhinestone sky and a …

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Nashville notes: Drake Milligan’s merch + Miranda Lambert’s meatloaf

Drake Milligan has launched his first line of merchandise, which includes T-shirts, hoodies and tote bags. Fans of his debut single “Sounds Like Something I’d Do” can also grab a T-shirt and keychain with the song title on it. Check out Drake’s online store for more.  Miranda Lambert was on the Tamron Hall Show to talk about her new cookbook, Las Vegas residency and more. Miranda and …

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