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Carrie Underwood appreciates the “fun” aesthetic of her ’Denim & Rhinestones’ album

Capitol Records Nashville Denim & Rhinestones isn’t merely the title of Carrie Underwood‘s new album, it also captures the spirit of the music she channels into the visual element.  When naming the project, Carrie says she took every element into consideration and didn’t want to simply name it after a song out of convenience. Instead, she thought …

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Nashville notes: Jon Pardi on Fallon, Dan + Shay acoustic video & more

Jon Pardi is performing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Tuesday. It airs at 11:35 p.m. ET on NBC.  Dan and Shay are releasing the acoustic video for “You” Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET.  Jordan Davis is releasing a new song, “Next Thing You Know,” on Friday.  Tyler Braden has released the fan-favorite track “Try Losing One” as his official single to country radio …

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Lainey Wilson teases new single & big announcement coming this week

ABC/Connie Chornuk Lainey Wilson has a new single coming and it sounds pretty sweet.  On Monday, the singer revealed that her new single, “Watermelon Moonshine,” will be released Friday. In a clip of the song posted on Instagram, Lainey teases the lyrics that associate young love with the libation.  “I was his and every bit of …

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“Living Lucky”: Luke Combs offers fans chance of a lifetime with lottery experience

ABC/Connie Chornuk Luke Combs fans have the chance to win a lot more than “a hundred bucks on a scratch-off ticket” with his new lottery experience.   The country superstar is teaming up with Atlas Experiences for the “Living Lucky With Luke Combs” campaign, which gives lottery players the chance to not only attend one of Luke’s concerts, but also to …

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Keith Urban, Maren Morris & more pay tribute to Olivia Newton-John

ABC/Image Group LA Country artists are paying tribute to Olivia Newton-John following her passing.  Keith Urban took to Twitter to share a throwback picture of him and his wife, Nicole Kidman, with the Grease star. “Livvie brought the most divine light into the world … so much love, joy, inspiration and kindness … and we will always be hopelessly devoted to you,” …

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Jordan Davis says it’s “pretty cool” having his children watch him perform live

MCA Nashville Jordan Davis‘ two young children are slowly but surely figuring out their dad is a rockstar. Jordan and his wife, Kristen, are parents to 2-year-old daughter Eloise and 11-month-old son Locklan. While they’re still too young to fully comprehend their dad’s life in the spotlight, the singer says it’s fun for him to watch them take in his …

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Tyler Hubbard is fully “committed” to his solo career

EMI Records Nashville Tyler Hubbard knows that being a part of Florida Georgia Line was an important chapter in his expanding story. Now, he’s fully embracing his identity as a solo artist.  In February, the hit-making duo of Tyler and Brian Kelley announced that they were taking a break, both pursuing their own careers. Tyler views his solo endeavor as a commitment, …

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Nashville notes: Garth Brooks sets another record, Kenny Rogers auction & more

Presale tickets for Ernest‘s Sucker For Small Towns Tour are available Tuesday. Tickets for the general public go on sale Friday.   Garth Brooks‘ record-breaking Talkshoplive episode Sunday night drew more than 1 million viewers who tuned in to watch him screen the 25th anniversary of Garth: Live From Central Park.   Memorabilia from the late Kenny Rogers‘ estate will be …

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Despite reports, Luke Bryan asserts that his finger is not broken

ABC/Connie Chornuk Luke Bryan is setting the record straight on his alleged broken finger.  The country superstar turned to Instagram on Sunday to dispel rumors that he broke his finger while at an amusement park. The rumor started when his wife, Caroline, posted a photo of the family posing in front of the Steel Vengeance roller coaster at Cedar Point in Ohio, …

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Singer, activist and ‘Grease’ star Olivia Newton-John dies at 73

Michael Tran/FilmMagic Chart-topping singer, actress and activist Olivia Newton-John has died, according to a post on her Instagram page from her husband, John Easterling. She was 73. “Dame Olivia Newton-John passed away peacefully at her Ranch in Southern California this morning, surrounded by family and friends,” the note reads. “We ask that everyone please respect …

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