Steve Nedved
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Jun 11
Stagecoach, featuring Thomas Rhett, Carrie Underwood and Eric Church, officially nixed for 2020
ABC/Image Group LACalifornia’s country-themed Stagecoach Festival was originally scheduled to take place this April, but in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was moved to October. Now, the Los Angeles Times reports that the event will not take place at all in 2020. According to health officials, ongoing concerns about the virus’ spread mean that Stagecoach and …
Jun 11
Lady Antebellum changes name to Lady A in light of “antebellum’’s association with slavery
ABC/Image Group LALady Antebellum are making a major change in hopes of fostering inclusivity and equality for all of their fans. The trio announced on social media today that they’re dropping the “Antebellum” from their name, moving forward under the moniker Lady A. The term “antebellum” refers to the period of American Southern history before the Civil War, which …
Jun 11
Garth Brooks stages massive, one-night-only concert for drive-in theaters across North America
Photo Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.It’s no secret that Garth Brooks has missed getting onstage in front of his fans during the COVID-19 shutdown. While it’s still unsafe for the superstar to perform live in front of massive stadium gatherings, he’s found a creative way to connect with his fans while still adhering to social distancing guidelines. Garth …
Jun 11
“You are loved and you are wanted”: Carrie Underwood tearfully reveals her message to her sons and the world
ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood and Mike Fisher have previously talked about their marriage and the miscarriages between the arrival of their two sons on the inspirational mini-documentary, Mike and Carrie: God & Country. This week, they open up about the role faith plays in parenting their two sons, five-year-old Isaiah and one-year-old Jacob. “Just to look at both of our boys… [I] just fall …
Jun 10
Miranda Lambert’s “Bluebird” gives her first solo top 10 single in six years
ABC/Mark LevineAs Miranda Lambert‘s single “Bluebird” soars up the charts, it marks a personal feat for the star. The hopeful song ascends to the number 10 position on the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week, marking the first time in six years that Miranda has cracked the top 10 with a solo single. The last time Miranda was in this …
Jun 10
Mickey Guyton on how country music industry can create change: “Don’t be afraid to speak up”
ABC/Image Group LAMickey Guyton has penned an open letter advising the country music community on how to be more inclusive. In a personal letter published in Billboard, Mickey shares her insights into what the industry as a whole can do to alter systemic racism. After explaining how she has long supported her white peers by prompting their work on her …
Jun 10
Maren Morris releasing two songs on Friday
ABC/Image Group LAMaren Morris is dropping new music this week. The superstar singer, who welcomed her son Hayes with husband Ryan Hurd in March, is set to appease fans’ musical appetites with the release of two new songs, “Just For Now” and “Takes Two” on Friday. Maren made the announcement in an Instagram post on Wednesday, reflecting on how her most recent …
Jun 10
Garth Brooks to make announcement on ‘Good Morning America’ tomorrow
ABC/Image Group LAGarth Brooks will be making a big announcement tomorrow morning on Good Morning America. Garth teased during an episode of Inside Studio G earlier this week that he had a major announcement, but didn’t name any specifics. He did provide clues by filming the episode from inside a sound stage and hinting that he had reunited with his band. …
Jun 10
Jimmie Allen thought of his son while watching the video of George Floyd’s death: “I was upset”
ABC/Image Group LAIn a recent interview on the Today show, Jimmie Allen shares how watching the video of George Floyd‘s murder impacted him as both a person and father to his six-year-old son. “Things hit you harder when someone looks like you,” Jimmie says. “I pictured my son, I pictured me. So I was upset.” Jimmie turned to social media in the …
Jun 10
“After a Few,” Travis Denning might just tell you who inspired his first number one
Mercury NashvilleNewcomer Travis Denning marks a major milestone this week, as his second single, “After a Few,” becomes his very first number one. The Georgia native believes part of the song’s appeal is that most people can relate to it. “It’s a story that I think everybody’s lived,” Travis tells ABC Audio. “There’s always that person that …
