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Kelsea Ballerini’s ex Morgan Evans makes statement amid divorce drama: “Life’s too short”

John Shearer/Getty Images for CMT Morgan Evans is speaking out amid his divorce drama with ex Kelsea Ballerini.  Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, the country singer seemingly issued a response to Ballerini’s latest project — Rolling Up The Welcome Mat, a six-track EP that seemingly references their uncoupling.  “It’s really sad for me to see this person, who …

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From Tammy Wynette to Adele, Carly Pearce’s influences are ‘Written in Stone’

ABC Now that Carly Pearce is drawing the 29: Written in Stone chapter of her career to a close, she’s tipping her proverbial hat to the women who inspired her. “Sonically, it was Patty Loveless, The Judds, Lee Ann Womack,” the Kentucky native reveals. “Lyrically, I think it was Adele, Loretta. I think I pulled from Tammy Wynette in the way that she sang in some of …

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Nashville notes: Lauren Alaina tours with Pentatonix + LBT celebrates Ronnie Milsap

Lauren Alaina will open the summer tour for pop/vocal group Pentatonix. The dates kick off August 9 in Jacksonville, Florida, and wrap September 16 in Puyallup, Washington. Little Big Town, Trace Adkins, Mark Wills and more will celebrate the 80th birthday of Ronnie Milsap with a special Opry show on Saturday, March 25.  “For What It’s Worth” is the new single by BRELAND and newcomer Alana …

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Travis Denning teases a “bada**” new tune

ABC We’re just a couple weeks away from new music from Travis Denning. The Georgia native previewed what’s next on his socials on Monday. “Been in the studio a lot this year, and I can honestly say it’s been the most fun I’ve ever had making music,” Travis posted on Instagram. “I feel like I’ve leaned in …

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Luke Combs picks a “5 Leaf Clover” for St. Patty’s Day

ABC/Connie Chornuk One of Luke Combs‘ most-anticipated songs ever is finally set to arrive. “Know y’all are ready for ‘5 Leaf Clover,’” he posted on his socials, “so going ahead and releasing it… on March 17!” “March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day for those who didn’t catch that,” he added in the comments.  “I make it home …

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Jason Aldean’s busy working on album #11

ABC/Connie Chornuk Jason Aldean‘s back in the studio working on the follow-up to his Macon, Georgia double album. “Today was the first day of recording the new album,” he shared on Monday. “Always a blast when we start making new music together.” “Love all these guys who have played on pretty much everything with me since the beginning,” he …

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Ashley McBryde invites us into her “Kitchen” for taste of new album

ABC Ashley McBryde‘s leaving a light on for us this Friday. The recent Grammy winner confirmed on her socials she’s dropping a new track this week. “You know me, as soon as we put out new music… first thing I want to do is put out more new music,” Ashley shared on Instagram. “I can, I …

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Garth Brooks’ duets record is coming, including Trisha Yearwood and a whole lot more

Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum When Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood announced last week that a new duets album was coming, it left many hoping it would be the long-awaited, full-length collaboration between the two. This week on Inside Studio G, Garth revealed that’s not the case.  “You know, the duets record that’s coming is …

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The return of Jason Aldean the writer? “We’ll see,” he says

ABC/Connie Chornuk If you scan the liner notes of Jason Aldean‘s 30-track Macon, Georgia double album, you’ll have a hard time finding his name among the writing credits. The superstar’s not afraid to admit that songwriting is simply not his favorite thing to do. But with band members who regularly crank out his hits, Jason suspects that may …

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‘American Idol’ recap: Top 10 material and first platinum ticket holder revealed

ABC/Eric McCandless American Idol is back! The whole gang — judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan and host Ryan Seacrest — have returned to search for the next singing sensation.  Here’s a look at the night’s talent: Haven Madison, 16: Accompanied by her dad on the piano, Haven sang her original song, titled “15,” for the judges and immediately blew them away …

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