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Morgan Wallen reschedules shows after reinjuring vocal cords, put on vocal rest by doctors

Rich Polk/NBC Morgan Wallen has rescheduled six weeks of shows after reinjuring his vocal cords and being put on vocal rest by doctors. The country superstar took to Instagram on Tuesday, May 9, to share the update with fans. “I got some bad news from my doctors at the Vanderbilt Voice Center yesterday. After taking 10 days of …

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‘CMT Crossroads: The Black Crowes & Darius Rucker’ airs May 16

Courtesy of CMT CMT has announced that the latest installment of its CMT Crossroads series, CMT Crossroads: The Black Crowes & Darius Rucker, will air on May 16. The episode will feature Darius and the rock band taking turns performing each other’s hits, which include Darius’ “Wagon Wheel” and “Let Her Cry,” The Black Crowes’ “Hard To Handle,” “She Talks to Angels” and “Remedy,” and Drivin N Cryin’s iconic song “Straight …

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Dolly Parton unveils track list for ‘Rockstar,’ which includes a duet with Chris Stapleton

Vijat Mohindra/Butterfly Records via BMLG Global music superstar and country legend Dolly Parton has unveiled the album cover and track list for her highly anticipated debut rock album, Rockstar. Due out November 17, the 30-track collection will feature duets with Chris Stapleton, Kid Rock, Miley Cyrus, Brandi Carlile, P!nk, Elton John, Pat Benatar, Stevie Nicks, Sheryl Crow, Sting, Aerosmith‘s Steven Tyler, Bon Jovi‘s Richie Sambora and many more icons. Of the 30 songs, 21 are covers and nine are originals.  …

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New Jelly Roll documentary, ‘Jelly Roll: Save Me,’ coming May 30

ABC News Studios Jelly Roll has teamed up with ABC News Studios for his new documentary, Jelly Roll: Save Me. Set to premiere on Hulu on May 30, the documentary will chronicle Jelly Roll’s journey from incarcerated teen and adult to music superstar and country singer. It’ll feature exclusive, never-before-seen footage and interviews with the Nashville native and those close …

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Garth Brooks is “going to have so much fun” hosting with Dolly Parton

Jason Kempin/Getty Images With the 2023 ACM Awards just two days away, Garth Brooks is gearing up for his first-ever hosting gig, alongside country music royalty Dolly Parton. Although Garth is a fairly script-following host, he knows that Dolly isn’t because of her spontaneity and tendency to improvise. So, he’s saddling up for that while also beaming with excitement for the onstage fun they’ll have. …

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Collaborations, presenters and more performers announced for the 2023 ACM Awards

Courtesy of Dick Clark Productions The Academy of Country Music has unveiled its star-studded collaborations, presenters and expanded list of performers for the 2023 ACM Awards. Carly Pearce and Trisha Yearwood will team up on a medley to celebrate Trisha’s 25th anniversary of winning Female Artist of the Year; Brandy Clark, Caylee Hammack and Pillbox Patti will join Ashley McBryde on “Bonfire At Tina’s” with John Osborne on guitar; Cole Swindell and Jo Dee Messina will perform their ACM-nominated song …

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Jordan Davis’ ACM Male Artist nomination makes his world spin around

ABC/Randy Holmes Jordan Davis reveals he had a moment of disbelief when he found out he’s in the running for Male Artist of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards.  “I’ll be honest with you. I haven’t been that shocked in a long time. Definitely the most shocked I’ve been since I started doing …

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Nashville notes: Dalton Dover’s moving tribute + Adam Doleac’s “Wrong Side of a Sunrise”

Dalton Dover‘s touching tribute to his mom, “I Wouldn’t Be Here,” is out now. Of his new song, Dalton shares, “I wrote ‘I Wouldn’t Be Here’ for one of the most important people in my life, my momma. She’s my best friend, the greatest Mimi to my babies and the wisest woman I’ve ever met. I’m so …

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Dolly Parton unveils new partyware collection

Emma McIntyre/Getty Images Global music icon Dolly Parton has teamed up with Creative Converting to launch a new line of Dolly-branded eco-friendly disposable party supplies. Items include: “What Would Dolly Do?” plates and “Be A Diamond in A Rhinestone World” napkins “Dream Big” canvas sign and melamine tray kit “There’ll Always Be Music” plates, napkins and single-use wooden cutlery …

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Garth Brooks’ Las Vegas residency entails surprises

Jason Kempin/Getty Images Garth Brooks‘ highly anticipated Las Vegas residency, Garth Brooks/Plus ONE, kicks off May 18.  With the opening night close in sight, the global superstar recently shared what fans can expect from his long-awaited residency. “Who knows! Sometimes it’s going to be you!” Garth says, noting the indispensable role his fans play at live shows. “And then sometimes …

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