Steve Nedved
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Dec 10
Carrie Underwood continues to bring televised holiday cheer as ‘My Gift’ hits 300 million total streams
ABC Carrie Underwood’s 2020 Christmas album, My Gift, is on a roll as it heads into its second holiday season. The record, along with its deluxe Special Edition iteration, has notched RIAA Gold certification, with over 300 million global streams to date. Meanwhile, Carrie’s 2020 holiday special is airing once again this year, streaming on …
Dec 10
Hardy, Morgan Wallen and Chris Shiflett are “Goin’ Nowhere” in the grand finale track drop for Hixtape: Vol. 2
Courtesy of Big Loud Records Hardy gets an assist from Morgan Wallen and Chris Shiflett on “Goin’ Nowhere,” the 14th and final track to be released off of Hixtape: Vol. 2. Backed by loud, hard rock-inspired guitar work, the singers trade verses on the song before coming together for a powerful chorus. Lyrically, it’s the …
Dec 10
Chris Lane’s new song, “Stop Coming Over,” is more romantic than it sounds
Big Loud Records Chris Lane delivers a story song with a classic twist today, releasing his twang-heavy new love ballad, “Stop Coming Over.” Though the title might call a breakup song to mind, this track is anything but. Its lyrics tell the story of a guy who’s already all-in on his relationship, and the obvious …
Dec 10
Tim McGraw set to launch McGraw Tour 2022 next April
Robby Klein Tim McGraw revealed plans for a new batch of tour dates this week. His 17-stop McGraw Tour 2022 will kick off on April 29 with a show in Rogers, Arkansas. The run will take Tim to amphitheaters across North America, concluding with a Mansfield, Massachusetts show in early June. He’s bringing “Home Sweet” …
Dec 10
Luke Bryan may be a high-profile duet partner, but says all the “Buy Dirt” buzz is thanks to Jordan Davis
ABC Sure, having Luke Bryan as your duet partner ups the chances of your song becoming a hit, but Luke says that when it comes to the success of “Buy Dirt,” Jordan Davis deserves all the credit. “I think ‘Buy Dirt’ would have been amazing for Jordan Davis whether I was on it or not, …
Dec 09
Nashville notes
Scotty McCreery will be the musical guest on Lone Star NYE: Countdown to 2022, a live, local North Texas celebration to ring in the new year. Check local listings for ways to watch, or stream it live here. Bonnie Raitt will receive a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022, the Recording Academy announced today. She’ll …
Dec 09
Jimmie Allen shares some constructive criticism for the American education system
ABC As a father of three, including seven-year-old son Aadyn, Jimmie Allen interacts with the American school system on a daily basis — and he’s got some thoughts. The singer took to Twitter this week to share those thoughts, which range from light-hearted to serious. First, he wondered why school has to start so early …
Dec 09
Tim McGraw + Faith Hill lean on each other through hard times: “That’s just another layer of partnership”
John Shearer/WireImage Over their 25 years of marriage, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill have had their share of ups and downs, but ultimately, they’ve always found strength in leaning on each other. Tim’s long been open about his struggles with alcohol, for example, and he says Faith’s support was key to his recovery. “Those demons …
Dec 09
More accolades for “Famous Friends”: Chris Young + Kane Brown’s duet tops Billboard’s year-end Airplay chart
Jeff Johnson Chris Young and Kane Brown’s number-one duet, “Famous Friends,” has earned another superlative to close out 2021. The song tops the year-end chart for Billboard’s Country Airplay songs. “Famous Friends” is the most-played song on country radio from this year, and also lands inside the top 5 Billboard Hot Country Songs for 2021. …
Dec 09
Reba McEntire’s former home is transforming into a luxury venue and resort
Terry Wyatt/Getty Images for CMA If you’ve ever wanted to hang out at Reba McEntire’s house, you’re in luck: A Southern Colonial mansion in Lebanon, Tennessee that the country superstar formerly called home is now becoming a five-star luxury venue and resort. Originally built in 1960, the stunning, 13,000-sq. ft home, called The Estate at …