Steve Nedved
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May 22
11 weeks later, Morgan Wallen’s ‘One Thing at a Time’ is still number one
Courtesy of Big Loud Records Morgan Wallen‘s latest album, One Thing at a Time, has topped the Billboard 200 albums chart for 11 weeks in a row. According to Billboard, Morgan’s One Thing at a Time is the first album to claim the number one spot for its first 11 weeks since Whitney Houston‘s Whitney dominated during its initial 11 weeks in 1987. Additionally, One Thing at a Time has now …
May 22
Tyler Hubbard’s “Dancin'” at number one
Courtesy of EMI Records Nashville Tyler Hubbard‘s “Dancin’ In The Country” is number one on the Mediabase country chart. This marks Tyler’s second chart-topper as a solo artist and his career 21st as one-half of Florida Georgia Line. “Having a second No. 1, one year to the day after my debut solo single was released, is really incredible,” says Tyler. “It’s been …
May 22
Kenny Chesney on Old Dominion surprise: “Nobody pulls one over on me”
Jason Kempin/Getty Images Old Dominion surprised Kenny Chesney onstage during his show in Evansville, Indiana, on Saturday, May 20. The five-men group appeared during the opening of Kenny’s “Save It For A Rainy Day,” with lead singer Matthew Ramsey ditching his walking cane for the first time since a recent ATV accident. “Nobody pulls one over on me,” says Kenny, who didn’t expect …
May 22
Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Keith Urban shine on ‘American Idol’ finale
ABC/Eric McCandless Country music was well represented on the American Idol season 21 finale on Sunday, May 21. Ex-judge and music superstar Keith Urban returned to the Idol stage to mentor finalists Iam Tongi, Megan Danielle and Colin Stough. Keith also performed his jubilant song “Wild Hearts,” while Iam, Megan and Colin delivered covers of Keith’s “Making Memories of Us,” “God Whispered Your Name” and “Stupid Boy,” respectively. Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll teamed up …
May 22
Bailey Zimmerman shares how he got invited to be on the ‘Fast X’ soundtrack
Theo Wargo/Getty Images Country music’s Bailey Zimmerman has a collaboration with rapper NBA YoungBoy and pop singer Dermot Kennedy on the new Fast X soundtrack. The opportunity, as Bailey recalls, arrived when the Fast X team asked Bailey for his thoughts on the song “Won’t Back Down.” “They sent me the song and they’re like, ‘What do you think of this song?’ And I was like, ‘OK?’ I heard …
May 19
Nashville notes: Brandy Clark’s album + Jordyn Shellhart’s ‘Primrose’
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Brandy Clark has dropped her highly anticipated self-titled album. The 11-song set features a collaboration (“Dear Insecurity”) with Brandi Carlile, who produced the record, as well. Country newcomer Jordyn Shellhart has released her debut album, Primrose. Out now via Warner Music Nashville, the 12-track collection includes the standout “Maybe Someday You’ll Have A Daughter” and lead song “Who Are You Mad At.” Rising artist Payton …
May 19
Ladies, in need of new boots? Miranda’s got you covered
Todd Owyoung/NBC Idyllwind has dropped new products in its Idyllwind Fueled by Miranda Lambert line, and it includes the Fiore Booties. Priced at $179.50, the ’70s-styled white pointed-toe, pull-on boots feature black floral inlay designs, silver studded accents and silver-toned toe rand. Grab your pair and shop other items in the Idyllwind Fueled by Miranda Lambert collection on idyllwind.com. Copyright © 2023, …
May 19
Keith Urban’s excited to mentor the ‘American Idol’ finalists
Hubert Vestil/Getty Images Keith Urban is guest mentoring and performing his uplifting song “Wild Hearts” on the upcoming American Idol season 21 finale. This marks the first time Keith is returning to the show as a guest mentor, after serving as a judge for seasons 12 to 15 of the competition show. “To be able to come in as a mentor, and play as well, …
May 19
Chris Janson shares his everyday life in new “All I Need Is You” video
Courtesy of BMLG/Harpeth 60 Records The music video for Chris Janson‘s single “All I Need Is You” is out now. The slice-of-life video follows Chris around his home and in his truck, and spotlights romantic moments shared with his wife, Kelly Lynn. “The music video for ‘All I Need Is You’ was an easy and fun video to make. My drummer was …
May 19
American Idol’s Colin Stough drops “I Still Talk To Jesus”
Carolyn Gallagher/Courtesy of BMG and 19 Recordings American Idol season 21 finalist Colin Stough has released a new original song, “I Still Talk To Jesus.” The delicate track, which highlights heartbreak and loneliness, was written by Francisco Martin VI and Hank Compton. Of his new tune, Colin says, “The main point of the song is to not give up. Especially in this generation, and …