Steve Nedved
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Jul 02
Old Dominion teases breezy new “Everything to Lose,” due out Friday
ABC/Image Group LAOld Dominion are gearing up to share more new music, and from the snippet they posted to social media this week, the next song they’ve got coming is a flirty, tropical summertime anthem. “This is one y’all haven’t ever heard yet,” the group revealed on social media, posting a 30-second clip of their …
Jul 02
In quarantine, Randy Travis thinks back to how his life suddenly changed after his 2013 stroke
ABC/Image Group LARandy Travis and his wife, Mary, consider themselves to be lucky during the COVID-19 lockdown: They live on a farm, with plenty of opportunities for fresh air. Plus, the country legend has plenty of personal experience with having to adjust to a dramatic life change overnight. In 2013, he suffered a debilitating stroke …
Jul 02
Ingrid Andress’ “Waste of Lime” puts a tropical twist on heartache
Atlantic RecordsIngrid Andress puts a fun-loving spin on heartbreak in her summery new song, “Waste of Lime.” Full of her signature quirks and humor, the new tune also tips its hat to the Beach Boys’ classic “Kokomo,” with lyrics that tell the story of a sweet romance that quickly sours. “Just an empty margarita / …
Jul 02
“If That Ain’t God”: Chris Young readies his faith-filled new single
Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Academy of Country MusicChris Young’s planning to drop his next single on Friday, and the new song, called “If That Ain’t God,” is a particularly poignant message for the times. “It’s just a positive, uplifting message,” the singer tells People. “It’s talking about some of the things in life that you …
Jul 02
Carly Pearce and Lee Brice are even more “Happy Now” that their single has been certified platinum
Electric Machine/CMA Carly Pearce and Lee Brice celebrated yet another milestone this week with their chart-topping duet, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” The song officially received RIAA Platinum certification, and the two artists were presented with a celebratory plaque during Wednesday night’s CMA Summer Stay-Cay event. “Having songs that meant something to people was always …
Jul 02
Keith Urban will be the special guest on a new “country twerk” song from Breland
ABC/Mark LevineAtlanta-based upstart Breland dropped a bombshell during the CMA Summer Stay-Cay on Wednesday night: He’s planning to feature Keith Urban on an upcoming new track, which he describes as “country twerk.” Even before officially announcing that a duet was in the works, Breland had been teasing some kind of collaboration with the country superstar. …
Jul 02
“Got What I Got”: Jason Aldean’s new music video shares a sweet peek into his quarantine family life
ABC/Eric GebhartJason Aldean highlights sweet family moments in the new music video for “Got What I Got,” which debuted during the CMA Summer Stay-Cay on Wednesday night. Filmed during the COVID-19 quarantine in Destin, Florida, the clip focuses on the star at home with his wife, Brittany, and their two young children, Navy and Memphis. …
Jul 01
Mommy-shamed Maren Morris considers “curbing” how many pictures she shares of baby Hayes
ABC/Image Group LASince Maren Morris welcomed baby Hayes this spring, she and her husband, fellow artist Ryan Hurd, have been sharing plenty of adorable snapshots of him on social media. However, the singer says that might change, in part because she’s been the target of some mommy-shaming. This week, Maren posted a photo of herself …
Jul 01
“Stay safe and patient…”: Brooks & Dunn postpone their Reboot Tour to 2021
ABC/Image Group LAAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose a threat, Brooks & Dunn are postponing their planned 2020 Reboot Tour until next fall. The tour’s launch date has been moved from this fall to September of 2021. It’s not the first time concerns over the virus have caused the superstar country duo to push …
Jul 01
Tenille Townes’ stacked “Big Hearts for Big Kids” virtual benefit raises $89,000
Weston HeflinTenille Townes hosted a virtual version of her annual “Big Hearts for Big Kids” fundraiser concert this week, performing a set from the stage of Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. A long list of country stars offered from-home performances, too. Dierks Bentley, Luke Combs, Brandi Carlile, Ashley McBryde and more joined the lineup, helping the event …
