Steve Nedved
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Dec 22
Thomas Rhett’s 2020 “silver lining” was learning to slow down
ABCThomas Rhett learned a valuable lesson in 2020 that he plans to carry with him into the new year. The singer acknowledges that a year ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a myriad of challenges for many people, and commends the tireless efforts of teachers and other frontline workers. “2020 has definitely been hard in many ways, especially …
Dec 22
Lady A opens up about name change: “The heart of our decision still rings true”
ABC/Chris HolloWhen Lady A announced this summer that they were changing their name from Lady Antebellum to their nickname in response to the Black Lives Matter movement, it ultimately led to a legal battle with blues singer Anita White, known by her longtime stage name Lady A, about owning the name’s trademark. During an appearance on the Tamron Hall Show, the country trio opens …
Dec 22
Taylor Swift returns to country charts with “No Body, No Crime”
Beth GarrabrantTaylor Swift is making a grand return to the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. The megastar enters the chart this week with “No Body, No Crime,” her collaboration with pop trio HAIM, arriving at #2. It matches her personal best entrance on the chart, as “Red” also debuted and peaked at #2 in 2012. Taylor’s chart success also marks the highest entrance on …
Dec 22
“Winter is coming”: Tim McGraw and family host ‘Game of Thrones’ dinner
John Shearer/Getty Images for Country Music Hall Of Fame & MuseumWinter has arrived at Tim McGraw and Faith Hill‘s house. On Monday, Tim shared that he and his family decided to dine Game of Thrones style, each family member dressing up in costume as a different character from the hit show. Tim came to the table as Tormund, donning the character’s signature ginger beard alongside …
Dec 21
Works by Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers to be inducted into Grammy Hall of Fame
Walt Disney Television via Getty ImagesDolly Parton and Kenny Rogers are headed to the Grammy Hall of Fame. Dolly’s collaborative album with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris, Trio, will be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2021, which preserves “timeless recordings” of historical significance. Originally released in 1988, Trio was named Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal at the 1988 …
Dec 21
Jimmie Allen lights up with Louis York and The Shindellas in “What Does Christmas Mean” video
BBR Music GroupJimmie Allen, Louis York and The Shindellas hit you in all the Christmas feels with the video for their song, “What Does Christmas Mean.” Originally released in 2017, Louis York, the Grammy nominated duo of hit songwriters and producers Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony, and The Shindellas teamed up with Jimmie for the new rendition that dropped in November. The …
Dec 21
“In Case You Didn’t Know,” Brett Young is hosting Caliville Weekend in 2021
Riker BrothersBrett Young is heading to the desert. The singer is is getting back in touch with his California roots by hosting Caliville Weekend in Palm Springs next summer, June 18-21. The four-day experience features live performances, including a headlining show by Brett, along with wellness activities, pool parties, hotel takeovers and more. There will also be a closing …
Dec 21
“80s Lady” K.T. Oslin, chart-topping country star, dead at 78
Alan Mayor/CMAK.T. Oslin, who topped the country charts in the late ’80s with her unique approach to country music and won several Grammys, CMA and ACM Awards along the way, has died. She was 78. Born Kay Toinette Oslin in Arkansas, Oslin was a folk singer, a musical theater actress and a commercial jingle singer …
Dec 21
Luke Bryan pranks Little Big Town’s Phillip Sweet
ABCPranksmas continues at Luke Bryan‘s house, this time the target being his friend and Little Big Townmember, Phillip Sweet. Luke and his wife Caroline hosted Phillip and his wife Rebecca, along with comedian Josh Wolf and his wife Bethany, at their house for dinner. Throughout the meal, Josh keeps excusing himself to use the restroom. “He didn’t sound good in there,” Luke reports after checking …
Dec 21
Granger Smith gives away his truck in fan contest
Paul De La CerdaOne lucky fan drove away with Granger Smith‘s personal truck in a recent contest hosted by the singer. Granger selected five finalists from across the U.S. and flew them to his Yee Yee Farm outside of Austin, Texas to compete for his Silverado by determining who could leave their hand on the truck for the longest …
