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Luke Combs, Blake, Lainey + more join for Craig Morgan’s ‘Enlisted’ EP

Courtesy of BBR Music Group Craig Morgan has dropped a star-packed EP titled Enlisted.  The six-track set features reimagined duet renditions of Craig’s notable hits and two brand new songs. Superstar collaborators on the project include Luke Combs, Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll. “Making this record has been so much fun because I got to get in the studio with some …

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Cody Johnson adds 15 dates to The Leather Tour

ABC/Connie Chornuk Cody Johnson has added 15 new shows to his recently announced The Leather Tour. The extended 2024 trek now includes additional stops in Indianapolis, Baltimore, Lexington, Memphis, New Orleans and more. Cody will conclude his tour in Denver on August 17. Justin Moore, Chris Janson, Drake Milligan and Dillon Carmichael will serve as openers on select dates. Tickets for the new set of shows go on …

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Jon Pardi’s saddling up for his Opry debut

ABC/Larry McCormack Jon Pardi is set to become the Grand Ole Opry’s newest member on October 24. It’ll be a milestone for both the Opry and Pardi, as the “Last Night Lonely” hitmaker will be the institution’s first California native member. “I mean, [the Grand Ole Opry is] a thing that country music is historic for, and …

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Bob Seger surprises Patty Loveless as she and Tanya Tucker join the Hall of Fame

Jason Kempin/Getty Images for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum The country and rock worlds came together Sunday night in Nashville as Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Bob Seger made a surprise appearance to help induct Patty Loveless into the Country Music Hall of Fame.  Patty was visibly shocked as the “Old Time Rock & Roll” …

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Kane Brown zombifies for 30th birthday party

Trae Patton/NBC Halloween came knocking on Kane Brown‘s door a little early this year. The singer celebrated his 30th birthday in style with a Halloween-themed birthday party planned by his wife, Katelyn. “Thanks baby for an unforgettable 30th birthday [kissing face emoji] above and beyond! Thanks for all the birthday wishes and everyone who came out to celebrate love you …

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Chayce Beckham on his Opry debut: “What a moment, what a night”

ABC/Eric McCandless Chayce Beckham is beaming with gratitude after making his long-awaited Grand Ole Opry debut. The milestone moment took place October 18 as Chayce took the hallowed stage to perform his autobiographical single, “23,” and the powerful “Till the Day I Die.” “Hello, from The Grand Ole Opry,” Chayce captioned an Instagram carousel of photos of him on the Opry stage. “What a moment, what a …

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Megan Moroney shares how interning for Kristian Bush led to him producing her debut album, ‘Lucky’

David McClister/Courtesy of Sony Music Nashville It’s not every day that an undergraduate gets to intern for a Grammy winner. But that was certainly the case for rising country artist Megan Moroney. While studying at the University of Georgia, Megan did an internship with Sugarland‘s Kristian Bush and his brother, Brandon. Speaking to ABC Audio recently, Megan recounted how that exciting opportunity happened and how it led …

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Nashville notes: Debut projects from Restless Road, Luke Grimes + Colin Stough

Country group Restless Road has dropped their long-awaited debut album, Last Rodeo. The 18-track record includes “On My Way,” a motivational anthem about not giving up on one’s dreams. “We’ve been through so many ups and downs as a band, and that’s what this is about. Never giving up and always keeping your eyes on the road,” Restless Road shares. Yellowstone actor …

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Experience Dollywood’s Harvest Festival before it ends

Katherine Bomboy/NBC If you haven’t checked out Dollywood’s Harvest Festival yet, here’s your last chance. Open now through October 30, the fall event takes place at Dollywood’s location at the foothills of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains and offers many family-friendly activities. Visitors will be treated to the autumn-colored trees; delectable fall treats, such as bean pumpkin chili, …

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Sam Hunt gets personal in “Came the Closest”

Courtesy of MCA Nashville Sam Hunt has released his new song, “Came the Closest.” Penned by Sam, Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally, the introspective number has Sam pondering how he’s failed to be the man his romantic partner wanted. “‘Cause I always gotta know what’s behind the other door/ I’m never gonna be that straight-laced Sunday morning man you were lookin’ …

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