Steve Nedved

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Kane Brown looks forward to first Thanksgiving as a dad

ABC/Image Group LAKane Brown took home the title of Male Artist — Country at the 2019 AMA Awards on Sunday night, but the upcoming holiday season might be an even sweeter time for the country star. He’s celebrating his first Thanksgiving as a dad. Kane and his wife, Katelyn, welcomed their first child, Kingsley Rose, in late October. People reports …

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Chris Young closes out a record year with Raised on Country World Tour 2019

Monarch PublicityChris Young wrapped up a banner year with the final stop of his “Raised on Country World Tour 2019” on Saturday in Lexington, KY. Since its launch in May, the trek has taken him to 35 states across the U.S., as well as international stops. Overall, Chris has played to more than 400,000 fans in …

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Shania Twain spans genres with show-stopping AMA Awards medley

ABC/Image Group LAShania Twain gave her first American Music Awards performance in 16 years at Sunday night’s ceremony, but she made up for lost time with a genre-spanning, epic medley of today’s biggest hits and her own iconic songs. Wearing a dramatic pink gown and carrying a glittering guitar to match, Shania kicked things off with …

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Carrie Underwood shouts out her family after winning two AMA trophies

ABC/Image Group LACarrie Underwood picked up her 14th and 15th trophies at the 2019 American Music Awards Sunday night. She won in the categories of Favorite Album — Country and Favorite Female Artist — Country.  Her win in the latter category came as an onstage surprise. “We actually have a surprise for you before you give your speech,” …

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2019 American Music Awards winner’s list

dick clark productionsIt was a record-breaking night for Taylor Swift at the American Music Awards, held live Sunday night from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Taylor went on to win six awards, bringing her lifetime total to 29  — toppling Michael Jackson‘s record of 24 AMA titles — and is now the most decorated winner in American Music Award history. Here’s …

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Sam Hunt speaks out on DUI arrest: ‘It was a poor and selfish decision’

ABC RadioSam Hunt has released a statement following his DUI arrest on Thursday.  The singer was arrested by the Metro Nashville Police in the early morning hours on Thursday and charged for driving under the influence. Sam was pulled over when he was caught driving on the wrong side of the road in East Nashville. The officer reported that …

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Here’s your present: Thomas Rhett releases Christmas music for the first time

ABC/Mark LevineThomas Rhett is bringing the Christmas cheer with the release of two holiday songs: an original tune and a timeless classic.   Written by Thomas, Ashley Gorley, David Garcia and Chris Tomlin, the original song, “Christmas in the Country,” paints a picture of a simple and charming holiday celebration that’s “miles from a city and the crazy crowds/where the pine …

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King of the Road: Kenny Chesney makes PollStar’s Top Touring Artists of the Decade list

Jill TrunnellKenny Chesney is among music’s elite who have the top touring numbers over the past decade. Kenny is the lone country star on PollStar‘s list of Top Touring Artists of the Decade, coming in at #18. Over the course of seven tours since 2010, Kenny has earned a total gross of more than $600 million.  The “Get Along” …

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Brett Eldredge lends his ‘Glow’ to the Rockefeller Center tree lighting

Warner Music NashvilleThree years after his Christmas album came out, Brett Eldredge continues to Glow. This year, he’ll lend his holiday magic to Christmas in Rockefeller Center, as he performs at the lighting of New York City’s most famous tree. You can tune in Wednesday, December 4 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC to watch the two-hour show that …

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Ask Me How I Know: Garth Brooks sets attendance record in Detroit

8 Ten, Inc.Garth Brooks continues to round up records.  The country giant now has the distinction of hosting the largest attendance at a one-night music event, selling more than 70,000 tickets for his show at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan next year. Tickets sold out in 90 minutes after going on sale Friday.  The 2020 show is Garth’s first …

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