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Fifteen seasons in, Blake Shelton says “The Voice” is the “rush” that’s kept him excited about the music business

ABC/Mark LevineThe countdown is on to the live episodes of The Voice, as the Knockout Rounds wrap up tonight on NBC. Blake Shelton‘s been a coach from the very beginning, and fifteen seasons in, the superstar credits the show with keeping him in touch with his roots. “You know, I’ve been doing this for a long …

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Meghan Trainor, Tori Kelly, Zac Brown Band and more sing Disney classics on “Mickey’s 90th Spectacular”

ABC/Eric McCandlessMeghan Trainor, Tori Kelly and Zac Brown Band were among the artists on hand for Mickey’s 90th Spectacular — a celebration of the 90th anniversary of Mickey Mouse’s debut on film, which aired Sunday on ABC. Trainor, performed Randy Newman‘s “You’ve Got a Friend in Me,” from Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story, accompanied on piano by her “best friend” — …

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Fill in the blank: Walker Hayes wants you to name his tour

Monument RecordsWalker Hayes wants you to help name his 2019 tour. “Might have a tour announcement coming up.. might want YOU to come up with the name…” Walker posted on Instagram, along with a tour poster with both its name and the tour stops missing. To suggest a name for the trek, all you need to do …

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Wrigley Cares for Florida: Michael Ray organizes drive for pets affected by Hurricane Michael

ABC/Image Group LA Michael Ray is teaming up with the Nashville Humane Association to help the animals in his home state affected by Hurricane Michael. The Florida panhandle was hard-hit by the Atlantic storm last month. You can drop off food, blankets, towels and other supplies at Nashville Humane’s headquarters on Oceala Drive through Friday, November …

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Listen now: Blake Shelton says “Pour me another tequila, Sheila” as a tribute to his Friends and Heroes

Warner Music NashvilleBlake Shelton isn’t just tipping his hat to his Friends and Heroes by taking them on his 2019 tour, he’s also shining a spotlight on their music by covering their songs. The Oklahoma native puts his spin on Bobby Bare’s hit from 1980, “Tequila Sheila,” in the first installment of his Friends and Heroes Sessions. The Country Music …

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Listen now: Dolly unveils “Girl in the Movies” ahead of the December 7 “Dumplin'” premiere

RCA Nashville Dumplin’, the movie featuring a new soundtrack by Dolly Parton, is coming to Netflix December 7. In the film, Australian actress Danielle Macdonald plays Dumplin’, a young girl who draws her inspiration from Dolly’s music, as she rebels against the beauty-pageant culture embraced by her mother, played by Jennifer Aniston. Dolly made the announcement about the premiere …

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Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley and more re-create Montgomery Gentry’s biggest songs on “20 Years of Hits”

Average Joes EntertainmentMontgomery Gentry will mark two decades in country music by releasing a new album that re-creates their biggest hits with some of their best friends in the business. Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley, Rodney Atkins and Jimmie Allen are just some of the names who appear on Montgomery Gentry: 20 Years of Hits, which was recorded before Troy Gentry’s death last year …

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Something Special: George Strait plans one night only in Atlanta in 2019

ABC/Image Group LA Even if you can’t make it to Las Vegas to see George Strait’s dates at T-Mobile Arena, you’ll still have another chance to see the Country Music Hall of Famer next year. King George will play one night at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, March 30. Chris Stapleton, Chris Janson and Ashley McBryde will open the show. Tickets …

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Boot Scootin’ Boogie: Cole Swindell, Chris Janson, Lauren Alaina, Carly Pearce and LANCO to play “Country Night” on “Dancing with the Stars”

ABC Five of the biggest names in country music today are headed to Dancing with the Stars to perform on the show’s “Country Night” next Monday. Cole Swindell will do “Love You Too Late” from his All of It album, while his label mate Chris Janson will sing the Elvis Presley classic “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” Lauren Alaina will debut her new single “Ladies …

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Kane, Carly, Martina, Sugarland & more to start the holiday season with the “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”

Macy’s/BusinessWireWhen the 92nd Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade takes to the streets of New York City Thursday, November 22, there’ll be plenty of country stars in the procession. Kane Brown, Carly Pearce, Sugarland, Martina McBride, and newcomer Tegan Marie are all set to perform during NBC’s three-hour broadcast of the holiday tradition. Diana Ross, John Legend, Pentatonix, Rita Ora and Ella Mai are some of the artists from other …

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