Steve Nedved
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Aug 01
“You can really watch your career progress”: Luke Combs thinks back on all the CMA Fest stages he’s played
ABC For country artists, CMA Fest is a benchmark: It happens annually, and each year, performers get to watch their careers grow from the smallest stages all the way up to a headlining slot at Nissan Stadium. “CMA Fest, for me, has been huge,” says Luke Combs, one of this year’s main stage artists. Though …
Jul 29
Nashville notes: Chase Rice, Dylan Scott + more
Chase Rice has a new song out, called “Key West & Colorado.” The song is a preview of an upcoming new album. Dylan Scott just put out a new song called “Lay Down With You.” It’ll be on the track list of his upcoming new album, Livin’ My Best Life, which comes out August 5. …
Jul 29
Eric Church explains why he signed on to open for one of Robert Earl Keen’s final shows
Kevin Winter/Getty Images for ACM Robert Earl Keen is currently on a farewell tour before retiring at the end of the summer, but he’s going out in style: The legendary singer-songwriter has enlisted Eric Church as an opening act at his penultimate show in Texas this September. Seeing Eric as an opening act is a …
Jul 29
Ingrid Andress opens her eyes to a colorful new world in her love song, “Blue”
ABC Ingrid Andress may be best known for songs about heartbreak, loneliness and carving out her own path, but the “More Hearts Than Mine” star spotlights a more romantic, starry-eyed side of herself in her newest release, “Blue.” The lyrics of the love ballad describe a relationship that’s opened Ingrid’s eyes to a whole new …
Jul 29
Tyler Hubbard’s album drops in January, but he’s got music coming out before then
EMI Records Nashville Florida Georgia Line bandmate-turned-solo artist Tyler Hubbard officially put a release date on his much-anticipated forthcoming debut solo album this week. The project, which has yet to be officially named, will be out on January 27. Though January is far away, Tyler will be on tour with Keith Urban’s The Speed of …
Jul 29
Dierks Bentley finds the “Gold” in the day-to-day grind in his free-wheeling new single
ABC Dierks Bentley is back with another new single, “Gold,” all about finding the joy in the journey of life despite the ups and downs it brings. “I got some rust on my Chevy but it’s ready to roll / I got a rhinestone sky and a song in my soul,” the singer belts out …
Jul 29
From backstage buddies to a “Need You Now” duet: Lady A discusses relationship with Breland
ABC Lady A and Breland will take the spotlight when ABC’s CMA Fest TV special airs next week, performing a special duet version of the classic Lady A hit “Need You Now” from the mainstage. Breland and the Lady A bandmates may come from different generations, but Lady A’s Charles Kelley says that makes collaborating …
Jul 28
Nashville notes: Chris Lane and Lauren Alaina’s duet, Brett Eldredge + more
Chris Lane and Lauren Alaina are hitting TODAY next week for a performance of their duet version of “Dancin’ in the Moonlight.” Tune into NBC on Tuesday during the 10 a.m. hour to watch. Chris Young’s partnership with the Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project has helped raise over $1.2 million to support military services members …
Jul 28
Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry to return as judges on ‘American Idol’
ABC/Gavin Bond A new season of American Idol is about to get underway, and fans can breathe a sigh of relief knowing a familiar trio of judges will make a return. Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry — in addition to host Ryan Seacrest –have signed on for the sixth season of the hit reality singing competition. Filming is a week …
Jul 28
Lainey Wilson asks fans to send prayers to her dad amid ongoing family crisis
ABC After scrapping two scheduled shows this weekend, Lainey Wilson continues to update fans on the family emergency that’s keeping her off the road. She asked for prayers for her father, who she affectionately refers to as “my deddy,” posting a photo of herself with her dad on her social media. “My deddy. My cowboy. Please …