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Dolly on Carl Dean: ‘He is in God’s arms now and I am okay with that’

Terry Wyatt/WireImage Dolly Parton‘s speaking out for the first time since announcing the passing of her husband, Carl Dean, on Monday.  “This is a love note to family, friends, and fans,” she begins in a post on her socials. “Thank you for all the messages, cards, and flowers that you’ve sent to pay your respects …

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Clay Walker to star in Randy Travis film, ‘Forever and Ever, Amen’

Jason Kempin/Getty Images Clay Walker is set to play Randy Travis in a new biopic titled Forever and Ever, Amen.  The two made the announcement Wednesday night on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry.  While two other actors will play the 65-year-old legend between the ages of 9-12 and 20-30, Walker will portray him …

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The hits of Rascal Flatts get the superstar treatment with ‘Refueled Duets’

Big Machine Even though Rascal Flatts are in the middle of what’s been considered their farewell tour, there’s at least one more album coming from the trio. Life is a Highway: Refueled Duets will arrive June 6, featuring new versions of Flatts hits with big-name country artists like Jason Aldean, Carly Pearce, Blake Shelton, Ashley Cooke and Jordan …

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How John Morgan’s songwriting journey paved the way for ‘Carolina Blue’

BBR Up until now, John Morgan‘s mainly been known for writing huge hits like “If I Didn’t Love You” for Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood, as well as “Trouble with a Heartbreak” and “That’s What Tequila Does” for Jason.  Now the North Carolina native has a top-10 hit of his own with “Friends Like That,” …

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Nashville notes: Brett Young heads to the Vineyard + Tanya Tucker’s ACM moment

Brett Young, Raelynn and Annie Bosko are just some of the artists set to play Live in the Vineyard Goes Country April 22-24 in Napa Valley, California.  You can check out Tanya Tucker‘s 1974 performance of her signature song, “Delta Dawn,” at the ninth ACM Awards as the Academy of Country Music counts down to its 60th …

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Ingrid Andress books two Colorado concerts as she continues her comeback

Danielle Del Valle/Getty Images Ingrid Andress is continuing her comeback, booking two shows in April in her home state of Colorado.  “Hello lovelies I have some exciting news for y’all today. I’m heading home and playing two extra special shows!” she tweeted. “Aspen & Denver, I’m coming for you. Haven’t played a show in a …

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#Kerosene20: Miranda Lambert lights it up with a 20th anniversary edition of her debut

Disney/Frank Micelotta “Breaking news. We’re throwing it back to 2005,” Miranda Lambert teased on her socials Tuesday, adding a fire emoji and #Kerosene20, along with a clever magazine mockup. Titled Kerosene Weekly, the cover resembles the now-defunct Country Weekly and features a photo similar to the ones on her debut album. Faux article titles like “Georgia: What about …

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How Ashley McBryde got a tattoo out of a vending machine + more

Disney/Tanner Yeager It’s everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Ashley McBryde‘s tattoos — in less than three minutes. That’s right: you can check out CMT’s latest installment of Tattoo Tours for the 411 on Ashley’s ink. The “A Little Dive Bar in Dahlonega” hitmaker starts by revealing she’s got “nothing below the knees yet,” although …

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Lainey Wilson’s Wrangling some new cowboy gear

Disney/Scott Kirkland Lainey Wilson‘s got something up her sleeve — or make that her bell-bottoms — with Wrangler.  “Got back together with my friends at @wrangler to work on something new for y’all,” the ACM entertainer of the year shared on her socials. “stay tuned on March 13.” The accompanying photos show Lainey wearing denim bell-bottoms …

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‘Jukebox Carrie’ says Luke is ‘grumpy’ and more revelations from ‘American Idol’

ABC/Paula Lobo Have you met “Jukebox Carrie”?  Chances are you will, if you tune in as Carrie Underwood joins season 23 of American Idol Sunday on ABC. Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, Robin Roberts and Lara Spencer started their conversation Wednesday on Good Morning America showcasing Carrie’s uncanny ability to recall almost any song under the sun. “She knows …

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