Steve Nedved

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Gabby Barrett to leave “Footprints on the Moon” in new song dropping on Friday

Radio Disney/Image Group LAGabby Barrett is releasing new music this week.  Hot on the streak of success of her chart-topping single, “I Hope,” the former American Idol finalist will give fans another taste of her upcoming debut album, Goldmine, with the release of a new track called “Footprints on the Moon” on Friday.   Co-written by Gabby, Jon Nite and Zach Kale, the …

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Brandi Carlile and Kimberly Williams-Paisley among artists participating in #ShareTheMicNow campaign

ABC/Image Group LABrandi Carlile and Kimberly Williams-Paisley are among the many artists who are taking part in the #ShareTheMicNow campaign to support voices from the black community. The Hollywood Reporter states that on Wednesday, several white artists, actresses, designers and other public figures will be lending their social media accounts to black women across industries ranging from fashion to politics, allowing them …

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Michael Ray & others to perform on Nashville Meets London livestream with Royal Albert Hall

ABC/Fred LeeMichael Ray and Tenille Townes are virtually heading across the pond next month.  The singers are among the four country acts participating in the Royal Albert Hall’s livestream series, Royal Albert Home, in partnership with Nashville Meets London for an online concert benefiting the hallowed London concert hall. The Cadillac Three and York, England-based artist Twinnie will also perform during the …

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Dierks Bentley leading Country Music Hall of Fame’s Songwriter Session tonight

ABC/Mark LevineDierks Bentley is participating in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s virtual Songwriter Session tonight.  In addition to providing an intimate performance, the “What Was I Thinkin’” hit maker will host a Q&A with viewers, providing insight into his songwriting process. Dierks is set to perform a trio of his hit songs: “Come a Little Closer,” “Drunk on a Plane” …

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Jimmy Buffett to make Grand Ole Opry debut this month

Julie SkarrattBrad Paisley and Jimmy Buffett will grace the Grand Ole Opry stage on June 27.  The performance will mark the “Margaritaville” singer’s debut on the Opry, having previously collaborated with various country stars over the years including Alan Jackson on “5 O’Clock Somewhere” and Zac Brown Band‘s “Knee Deep.” Opry member Brad will also step into the circle for the …

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Ole Red Orlando to open on June 19

ABC/Image Group LABlake Shelton‘s Ole Red Orlando location has set an opening date.  The restaurant chain named after Blake’s hit “Ole Red” will open its doors in Orlando’s ICON Park on June 19, one day after Blake’s birthday.  The two-story building features staging and production capabilities for live shows, along with three bars and indoor and outdoor …

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Garth Brooks hints at return to music: “Cool things are happening”

ABC/Image Group LAGarth Brooks has something big planned, but he’s not telling fans exactly what it is yet.  Garth shot the Monday night installment of his Facebook Live series Inside Studio G from a sound stage where he excitedly hinted that he’s reunited with his band and they are on the verge of returning to doing what he loves …

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Brad Paisley praises two friends who are bringing people together over beer

ABC/Mark LevineBrad Paisley is raising a glass to a pair of friends who called on a simple and sweet method of bringing people together.  Pittsford, New York friends Benjamin Smith and Marcus Ellis, who are of different races, went viral after posting a photo on social media of themselves sitting in lawn chairs and sharing a beer at the end of their …

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Cole Swindell turns “Single Saturday Night” into an official single

Robby KleinDue to popular demand, Cole Swindell is officially releasing “Single Saturday Night” as a single.  The country hitmaker dropped the catchy new tune in May as a treat for fans during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fans’ response to the song was overwhelmingly positive, so much so that Cole was compelled to release it as his 11th single. …

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Carly Pearce debuts new song “Show Me Around” on the Grand Ole Opry

Courtesy of Grand Ole Opry, photo by Chris HolloCarly Pearce marked her 75th appearance on the Grand Ole Opry by debuting a new song called “Show Me Around.”  The song was inspired by the speech that fellow songwriter Barry Dean delivered at the funeral for beloved producer and songwriter busbee, who passed away in 2019 due to a rare …

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