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Keith Urban formed a deep connection with “Brown Eyes Baby” the first time he heard it

UMG Nashville Keith Urban feels an undeniable connection to his new single, “Brown Eyes Baby.”  In order for Keith to record a song that he didn’t write, he has to feel a personal connection to it, like he did the first time he heard “Brown Eyes,” which was co-penned by Morgan Wallen, Josh Thompson, Rodney Clawson and William Bundy. “If I’m looking …

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Nashville notes: Shania Twain’s new song, Turkey Fry lineup revealed & more

Shania Twain is releasing a new song, “Waking Up or Dreaming,” on Friday.  Jeannie Seely has celebrated her 55th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. She was presented with a commemorative plaque during her appearance Saturday night.  Travis Denning, Tracey Lawrence and Gary Allan will perform at Tracy’s 17th annual Mission:Possible Turkey Fry and Benefit …

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“Forever grateful”: Carly Pearce is reflecting on the 1-year anniversary of ’29’

ABC/Connie Chornuk Carly Pearce is reflecting on the year of 29.  The singer celebrated the one-year anniversary of her critically acclaimed album, 29, with a show in Glasgow on the European leg of The 29 Tour. She shared a video of the crowd singing along to the title track, which she wrote in the wake of her divorce from Michael Ray in 2020. …

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Jordan Davis offers preview of new song, “Midnight Crisis”

MCA Nashville Jordan Davis has a “Midnight Crisis.”  The hitmaker is debuting a new song called “Midnight Crisis” on Friday, and he’s sharing a teaser of with fans. During a show at the Resch Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, over the weekend, Jordan performed the song live for the first time with duet partner Danielle Bradbery. The …

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Darius Rucker and Chapel Hart take us to church with “Ol’ Church Hymn” collaboration

UMG Nashville Darius Rucker has revealed the title of his song featuring Chapel Hart.  The trio of Danica Hart, Devynn Hart and Trea Swindle are featured vocalists on a track called “Ol’ Church Hymn” on Darius’ new album. It’ll be released as his new single on September 30. The song compares a loved one to a church hymn as Darius sings, …

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Dustin Lynch expands Party Mode Tour

BBR Music Group Dustin Lynch is remaining in “party mode.”  The “Thinking ‘Bout You” singer has extended his Party Mode Tour with three additional dates in November. He’ll perform two dates in Minnesota on November 3 and 4 at the Sanford Center and Mayo Clinic Health System, respectively, and one in Iowa on November 5. Country …

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Luke Bryan invites Jameson Rodgers to perform song he wrote for him

ABC/Connie Chornuk Luke Bryan and Jameson Rodgers experienced a full circle moment performing onstage together.  While recently performing at Highland Farm in Indiana as part of his Farm Tour, Luke invited opening act Jameson to join him in singing “Born Here Live Here Die Here,” a song that has significant meaning for them.  On Instagram, Jameson shares that a …

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Carrie Underwood’s 2022 tour will be the first time she’s toured without her kids in “years”

ABC/Connie Chornuk Carrie Underwood heads out on her Denim & Rhinestones tour this fall, and for the first time in a long time, she won’t have her kids in tow with her. That’s right: Carrie’s adorable plus-ones, 7-year-old Isaiah and 3-year-old Jacob, typically join her when she’s on the road, but now that they’re old …

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Nashville notes: Parker McCollum joins the Outlaws, Kip Moore (finally) duets with Morgan Wade + more

Parker McCollum has been added to the already stellar lineup of stars appearing in They Called Us Outlaws: Cosmic Cowboys, Honky Tonk Heroes And the Rise of Renegade Troubadours. The documentary series also features interviews and appearances from Eric Church, Miranda Lambert and many more. After featuring Morgan Wade in his music video for “If …

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Blake Shelton might be less competitive on ‘The Voice’ now that he’s married to fellow coach Gwen Stefani

Vijat Mohindra/NBC If you’re wondering whether Blake Shelton’s lost his fiery competitive spirit as a coach on The Voice now that he’s married to one of his fellow coaches, Gwen Stefani, the answer is … well, maybe. Blake, Gwen and the rest of the Voice gang sat down with E! Insider ahead of the season …

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