Steve Nedved
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Feb 17
Lainey Wilson visits ‘Lindeville’ for the second of Ashley McBryde’s sold-out Ryman shows
Brent Harrington/CBS Ashley McBryde‘s dream of recreating her Grammy-nominated Lindeville album live has become a reality after two sold-out nights at the Ryman. “I can’t even believe that Lindeville at the Ryman is something we were able to dream of and then DO,” Ashley reflects. “To have two sold out nights with the people that developed this project with …
Feb 17
London Calling: Maren Morris books headlining show in England
Stewart Cook/CBS Maren Morris‘ Humble Quest is taking her across the pond to headline her own show in London. The “My Church” hitmaker will play O2 Forum Kentish Town on July 5, in the midst of opening the European dates of The Chicks World Tour. So far, Maren hasn’t announced an extensive tour in the U.S. this year. She’s …
Feb 17
‘SNL’ is rolling out the welcome mat for Kelsea Ballerini
NBC It’s been a big week for Kelsea Ballerini, complete with the news she’s landed one of the most-coveted gigs of all: She’ll be the musical guest on Saturday Night Live. The “half of my hometown” hitmaker is booked to perform on the NBC staple on March 4, alongside host Travis Kelce, who helped the Kansas City Chiefs …
Feb 17
Lainey’s ‘Stoned Cold Country’ cover arrives ahead of March 17 album
BBR Lainey Wilson‘s cover of “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” is out now, the latest preview of Stoned Cold Country, which will arrive in full on March 17. Subtitled A 60th Anniversary Tribute to The Rolling Stones, the album was produced by Robert Deaton, the man behind ABC’s annual CMA Awards, CMA Fest and CMA Country Christmas specials. “The Rolling Stones …
Feb 17
‘Bluebird Days’ are past, present and future for Jordan Davis
MCA Nashville Going into his new album, Bluebird Days, Jordan Davis had a very definitive vision for what he wanted it to be. “The main thing, I wanted it to be the most honest record or collection of songs that I’ve ever put out,” he reveals. “You get songs like ‘Short Fuse,’ ‘Bluebird Days,’ ‘Money Isn’t Real,’ you know, …
Feb 17
‘American Idol’ returns Sunday night — and Ryan Seacrest says watch out for the teens
ABC/Eric McCandless American Idol celebrated its 20th season last year, and Sunday night it kicks off its third decade. The OG of reality singing competitions is still finding promising contestants, which is somewhat surprising for host Ryan Seacrest, who’s been there since the beginning. “Honestly, behind closed doors, sometimes we look at each other and say, …
Feb 16
Nashville notes: Brett’s unusual tour name + Chris gets lyrical
You can check out Nate Smith performing his #1, “Whiskey on You,” as he makes his late-night debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. It’s now available on YouTube. Brett Young kicks off his 5 Tour, 3, 2, 1 trek March 20 in Columbus, Ohio. Morgan Evans and Ashley Cooke are set to open. Chris Young‘s new lyric video for “Looking for You” is out now. Copyright © …
Feb 16
It’s ‘Never Enough’ for Parker McCollum
MCA Nashville Parker McCollum’s sophomore album for MCA Nashville is set to arrive May 12. Titled Never Enough, it features the new track “I Ain’t Goin Nowhere,” which comes out Friday. It also includes the previously released “Stoned,” as well as his current top 10 hit, “Handle on You.” Just like his previous album, Gold Chain Cowboy, …
Feb 16
Lainey Wilson’s ready to help make your country music dreams come true
ABC/Randy Holmes Lainey Wilson‘s partnering with Tractor Supply to help find the stars of tomorrow. Ashley McBryde, Jimmie Allen, Dustin Lynch and Kat & Alex are also part of the company’s just-launched Emerging Artists Program. If you’re an aspiring singer who’d like to give it a shot, you just need to submit an original song by March 15. Five finalists …
Feb 16
“Huntin’, Fishin’ And Lovin’ Every Day”: Tate Bryan is a fishing god
ABC Luke Bryan‘s youngest son, Tate, is shaping up to be quite the fisherman. Thursday on Instagram, Luke revealed his progeny’s already outpacing him as an angler. “Took me 45 years to break 10 pounds. Tate did it in 12,” he captioned the post, which shows dad and son weighing the catch. “Ten-two!” Luke exclaims, before an …