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Niko Moon and Zac Brown hope “HEAVEN HAS A BAR”

Sony Music Nashville Niko Moon has tapped Zac Brown for an exuberant new song, “HEAVEN HAS A BAR.” The track arrives after several teases from Niko on social media, which included photos of the two of them in the studio. “I hope heaven has a bar/ Sip holy spirits out the jar/ Where every night is a Friday night/ And every beer is cold as …

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Matthew McConaughey is proud to call Kenny Chesney a friend

Lisette M. Azar/CBS “Alright, alright, alright.” Here’s one thing we know: Matthew McConaughey is a longtime fan and friend of Kenny Chesney. Kenny recently headlined the Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation’s 2023 TEX Gala. But just before he took the stage, he got an epic introduction from Matthew.  “So this next guy I’m going to introduce is many things. He’s a poet, …

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Morgan Evans gets honest in ‘Life Upside Down’ EP

Warner Music Nashville Morgan Evans has released his new EP, Life Upside Down. The five-song set features a live and studio version of his current single, “Over For You,” the reflective “On My Own Again” and two never-before-heard upbeat tracks: “Hey Little Mama” and “All Right Here.” “After the heaviness of ‘Over For You’ and ‘On My Own Again,’ the two new tunes …

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Go “Dancin’ in the Country” with Tyler Hubbard and Keith Urban

EMI Records Nashville Tyler Hubbard has dropped the demo for his single “Dancin’ in the Country,” featuring country hitmaker Keith Urban.  Tyler and Keith co-wrote “Dancin’ in the Country” with Ross Copperman and Jon Nite in October 2021, and the high-energy demo they shared is from the day they penned the song. “I’ve always admired Keith Urban as a writer, but never had the chance …

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ACM Awards Week will include a free two-day music festival

Courtesy of The Academy of Country Music The Academy of Country Music has announced the event lineup for its ACM Awards Week, which spans three days: Tuesday, May 9, to Thursday, May 11. The week will kick off with ACM Country Kickoff at The Star, a free two-day music and entertainment festival that is open to the public. Happening …

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Hardy always knew Lainey Wilson would shine on “wait in the truck”

ABC With “wait in the truck” headed to the top of the country charts, Hardy is sharing with ABC Audio the moment he invited Lainey Wilson on the song. That moment, as he recalls, happened swiftly and spontaneously. “It was almost instant. I mean, once we cut the song, I remember I was sitting in the studio with Joey Moi, my producer, and Seth England, my manager, and …

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Nashville notes: Opry’s ‘Salute the Troops’ lineup + Mickey Guyton on Disney

The Grand Ole Opry’s star-studded Salute the Troops returns on May 23. The performance lineup includes The Oak Ridge Boys, John Conlee, Locash, The War and Treaty and Jason Crabb. For more information and to get tickets, visit opry.com. Lukas Nelson and Lainey Wilson have dropped the music video for their rollicking new song, “More Than Friends.” Mickey Guyton shared on Twitter that she’s reprising her role as Wanda Warbler on the next episode …

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Enjoy some of Miranda Lambert’s cornbread muffins

ABC Ahead of her upcoming cookbook, Y’all Eat Yet?, Miranda Lambert is sharing with People a peek at her delectable Cornbread Muffins With Sausage & Cheddar recipe. “Living on the road for 20 years, I really appreciate home cooking — especially straight-up comfort food. You don’t get to enjoy it that much when you travel for a living,” Miranda tells People. “When I’m …

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Celebrate Record Store Day 2023 with a new Dolly Parton vinyl

Legacy/SMG If you’re a fan of vinyl records and Dolly Parton, you’re in for a treat. To celebrate Record Store Day 2023, Legacy/SMG will release a new Dolly LP titled Dolly Parton – The Monument Singles Collection 1964-1968. The 18-track collection features remastered versions of Dolly’s singles from her early years at Monument Records. Only 5,500 LPs will be available …

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CMA Fest adds Dierks Bentley to its Artist of the Day lineup

ABC Newly announced Artist of the Day Dierks Bentley will take the CMA Close Up Stage on Thursday, June 8, as part of CMA Fest’s 50th anniversary. “Only 49 days until #CMAfest, thanks for making me your artist of the day @cma!” Dierks shares on Instagram. “I can’t wait to play Nissan Stadium again, and I’m excited to announce that you can catch me …

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