Steve Nedved
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Apr 10
“Hold” on, did Michael Ray just tease a new track?
Cindy Ord/Getty Images The wait for new Michael Ray music is almost over. Michael’s announced that he’s dropping his new track, “Hold,” “at the end of this month.” While an exact release date hasn’t been announced yet, the “Think a Little Less” singer did tease a preview clip of its life-inspired chorus. “Hold a beer, don’t hold a grudge/ Hold …
Apr 10
Cole Swindell’s dropping a new love song on Friday
ABC Cole Swindell will release a new track, “Forever to Me,” on Friday. While not much is known about the upcoming song yet, Cole’s shared snippets of it on social media, alluding to it being a romantic ode about his sweetheart. “She gave 18 summers to Carolina/ Spent a few more wild and free,” Cole sings in …
Apr 10
Ashley McBryde on the life lesson that inspired “The Devil I Know”
Disney/Frank Micelotta Ashley McBryde‘s no stranger to getting unsolicited advice. Sometimes the advice resonates, but sometimes it doesn’t. Reflecting on the counsel she’s received, Ashley says she’s gleaned an important life lesson that inspired “The Devil I Know.” “We’re all constantly getting advice from every direction. We are told to do this and told to do …
Apr 09
Nashville notes: Maren Morris’ new book + Jake Worthington’s Nashville show
Maren Morris has teamed with her former schoolteacher and close friend Karina Argow to release her first picture book, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. To order signed copies and to see Maren on her book tour, head to addieant.com. Jake Worthington has announced that he’s playing his debut headlining show in Nashville on August 22. You can purchase …
Apr 09
Meet Lee Brice’s new “Drinkin’ Buddies”: Nate Smith + Hailey Whitters
Courtesy of Curb Records It’s time to get rowdy with Lee Brice and his new drinkin’ buddies, Nate Smith and Hailey Whitters. Lee has announced he’s teamed with Nate and Hailey for his new song, “Drinkin’ Buddies,” arriving April 26. According to a press release, the track is a “celebratory toast to the folks who help take the sting out of …
Apr 09
Conner Smith on first ACM Awards nomination: “I’m just so grateful”
Terry Wyatt/Getty Images Conner Smith is beaming with gratitude for his career-first ACM Awards nomination. “Honestly, it’s just kind of sinking in right now, but I’m just so grateful,” Conner says in an Instagram video of his New Male Artist of the Year nod. “Thank you guys for voting for us, thank you guys for the …
Apr 09
Jelly Roll brings ‘American Idol’ “Halfway to Hell”
Disney/Eric McCandless Jelly Roll brought his latest single, “Halfway to Hell,” to Monday’s episode of American Idol. Donning an all-black outfit, Jelly took the stage at the show’s taping in Hawaii to perform his soaring number, which he co-wrote with Matt Jenkins, Jesse Frasure and Jessie Jo Dillon. After his performance, Jelly chatted with host Ryan Seacrest about what mentoring …
Apr 09
Parker McCollum fires up fourth #1 hit with “Burn It Down”
Courtesy of Universal Music Group Nashville Parker McCollum has locked in his fourth consecutive #1 hit with “Burn It Down.” The breakup song was penned by Parker, Hillary Lindsey, Lori McKenna and Liz Rose, and it follows his third chart-topper, “Handle on You.” Parker recently treated fans to a fiery “Burn It Down” performance with Brittney Spencer at the 2024 CMT Music Awards. In …
Apr 09
Luke Combs leads the way for 59th ACM noms, while Megan Moroney and Morgan Wallen are close behind
Academy of Country Music Luke Combs leads the nominations for the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards, which take place Thursday, May 16, in Frisco, Texas. Megan Moroney and Morgan Wallen are close behind with six, while Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton and Lainey Willson all have five. Here’s a complete look at the contenders, with the …
Apr 09
“Take Me Home”: Little Big Town and Sugarland hope Phil Collins likes it
Taylor Hill/WireImages Believe it or not, it’s been 25 years since Little Big Town started winning hearts and minds with their lyrics and harmonies. And to mark their quarter-century anniversary, the six-time CMA Vocal Group of the Year is bringing along one of their contemporaries to celebrate: five-time CMA Vocal Duo of the Year Sugarland will …
