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To celebrate “Fancy Like” hitting #1, Walker Hayes fulfilled his childrens’ Christmas wish

ABC For Walker Hayes, living “Fancy Like” means fulfilling his childrens’ Christmas dreams.  Walker reveals that he and his wife Laney‘s six kids have been begging each year to put up inflatable Christmas decorations in the yard. But with the family being on a tight budget at the time, the singer made a specific promise.  “My kids …

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Nashville notes

Mitchell Tenpenny and his fiancé, Meghan Patrick, have debuted the video for their holiday song “I Hope It Snows.” It’s featured on Mitchell’s Christmas album, Naughty List.  Four of Cody Johnson‘s songs have received certifications from the RIAA. “Dance Her Home,” “Me and My Kind” and “Wild as You” have achieved gold status, while “Diamond in My Pocket” has …

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“Can’t wait for y’all to see it”: Thomas Rhett teases “Slow Down Summer” video

The Valory Music Co. Thomas Rhett is ready to “Slow Down Summer” with a teaser for the upcoming music video for his hit tune.  Though the song begs to “slow down summer,” a photo from the video posted on his Twitter feed shows the singer caught in a winter wonderland. The pic captures Thomas poised at a piano …

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“One of my favorite tour moments ever”: Kelsea Ballerini reflects on “I Quit Drinking” performance with LANY singer

ABC Though Kelsea Ballerini has been off the road for a month following an opening stint on the Jonas Brothers tour, she’s taken a walk down memory lane by posting an unforgettable performance from one of those shows on her Twitter feed that features her duetting with the lead singer of the pop group LANY.  Kelsea spent much of 2021 opening for …

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Chris Stapleton & Old Dominion donate items to ASCAP Foundation auction

ABC Chris Stapleton and Old Dominion are stepping up to give back to an organization that supports creators.  The two acts have donated items to The ASCAP Foundation’s silent auction to provide access to music education and talent programs for creators.  Chris has donated a signed bottle of E.H. Taylor Jr. whiskey, his favorite brand of bourbon. It’s a fitting item, considering …

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“Hide the Wine”: Carly Pearce shares favorite part of the holiday season

Hunter Berry/CMA There are many ways to celebrate the holidays, but there’s a specific activity Carly Pearce enjoys most. “My favorite part about the holiday season is obviously getting to be with friends and family. But also that I can drink as much wine as I want to,” she quips to Access. Carly’s answer should come as no …

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“It’s all happening!” Carrie Underwood tours ’Reflection’ residency theatre in Las Vegas

ABC Carrie Underwood has gotten a look at her new musical home in Las Vegas, and she’s offering fans a backstage tour.  In a video posted on Instagram, the superstar offers an inside look as she tours The Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas where her show, Reflection: The Las Vegas Residency, will set up shop for the next several …

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Zac Brown is in a “great headspace” after months of touring

ABC After a challenging year, Zac Brown Band is moving into a more positive headspace. Frontman Zac Brown reveals that he ended up borrowing money last year to help support his touring family after they had to cancel The Owl Tour in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Everybody had my back for a lot of years before this, so I …

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Nashville notes

CMA Country Christmas airs tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. Carly Pearce and Gabby Barrett host and perform, with additional performances by Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Pistol Annies, Lainey Wilson and more.  Chris Stapleton has booked a series of dates in Canada in April and May 2022 on his All-American Road Show tour. Elle King will open for him. Tickets go on sale Friday …

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Mitchell Tenpenny and Meghan Patrick are engaged

Tristan Cusick Mitchell Tenpenny is engaged.  The hit singer popped the question to fellow country artist Meghan Patrick last week in Nashville. The “Drunk Me” singer got down on one knee at Losers Bar & Grill, the place where they first met. Mitchell had an elaborate setup that included giant letters that spelled out “marry me,” and proposing …

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