Steve Nedved
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May 11
Scotty McCreery taking part in ‘American Idol’s ‘We Are the World’ performance
ABC/Image Group LAScotty McCreery is reuniting with members of his American Idol family for a special performance next week. Scotty is set to join forces with current judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Katy Perry for a performance of “We Are the World,” along with other American Idol alumni. Scotty’s season 10 runner-up Lauren Alaina is also participating, along with Gabby Barrett, Kellie Pickler, Laine Hardy, Phillip Phillips, Jordin Sparks, Ruben Studdard, Katharine …
May 11
Luke Bryan to salute songwriters in upcoming country radio event
ABC/Gavin BondLuke Bryan is lending his support to Nashville songwriters by participating in BMI’s A Salute to Songwriters, benefiting MusiCares’ COVID-19 Relief Fund. The “What Makes You Country” hitmaker is partnering with the music rights management company to co-host the event, alongside several radio DJs across the country, for the event, which will see many of Nashville’s sought-after …
May 11
Lady Antebellum to make a it ‘Champagne Night’ on ‘The Tonight Show’
BMLG RecordsLady Antebellum is heading to the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon with their new song. The award-winning trio is set to deliver a virtual performance of their bubbly single, “Champagne Night.” Selected during their appearance on a recent episode of the NBC songwriting competition Songland, the tune turns the local dive bar into a country soirée, where the beer is …
May 11
‘Here and Now’: Kenny Chesney ties Garth Brooks for most Billboard 200 number ones
Jeff Kravitz/ACMA2018/FilmMagic for ACMKenny Chesney makes an impressive bow atop the Billboard 200 chart with his new album, Here and Now. Kenny debuted at number one on the all-genre Billboard 200 with his new project following its May 1 release. With 233,000 album equivalents, it marks the biggest sales week for a country album since Carrie Underwood‘s Cry Pretty in 2018. Here and Now is also the …
May 11
‘American Idol’ recap: The Top 7 take on Disney
ABCIt was time to narrow the competition down to seven as American Idol tackled Disney on Sunday’s episode. Host Ryan Seacrest, along with judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie, appeared virtually from their respective homes, as did all of the remaining 11 contestants. Once again Katy donned an oversized costume but this time her golden-haired pup joined in on the …
May 11
Kip Moore refuses to live in fear, and is ready to hit the road when he gets the green light
MCA NashvilleAs it stands now, Kip Moore‘s scheduled to set out on the Southside Summer Tour with Sam Hunt and Travis Denning July 10 in Bangor, Maine. The trek was originally supposed to start May 28 in Charlotte, North Carolina, but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But is really realistic to think concerts could resume in a couple …
May 09
Little Richard, founding father of rock ‘n roll, dead at 87
J. Shearer/WireImage Little Richard, the flamboyant, envelope-pushing musician whose wild performance style and appearance helped set the blueprint for rock and roll, has died, ABC News has confirmed via his agent. He was 87. Rolling Stone was the first to report the death, via Richard’s son, Danny Penniman. No cause of death was given. His …
May 09
Report: Little Richard, founding father of rock ‘n roll, dead at 87
J. Shearer/WireImage(NEW YORK) — Little Richard, the flamboyant, envelope-pushing musician whose wild performance style and appearance helped set the blueprint for rock and roll, has died, Rolling Stone reports. He was 87. His son, Danny Penniman, confirmed his death to the publication. No cause of death was given. His string of hits, starting with 1956’s …
May 08
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have purchased their first home together, and it’s stunning
Kevin Winter/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyBlake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have been rumored to be searching for their first home together for months, but property records reveal that they’ve now officially taken the plunge, Dirt reports. Located on the jaw-dropping foothills of L.A.’s Encino neighborhood, the 13,000 square-foot estate sits on a 1.6 acre lot and is valued at …
May 08
Garth Brooks encourages fans to stay together (while staying apart) through “Words with Friends”
ABC/Randy HolmesGarth Brooks has long been a fan of the online game “Words with Friends,” even helping create a custom tile last year. Now, the superstar is continuing his partnership with game developing company Zynga, and Amazon Prime, to create a special experience that will help players stay connected during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The great thing …
