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A minor injury sidelines Tim McGraw, as “Neon Church” races up the chart

Columbia NashvilleTim McGraw’s become almost as well-known for his physique, physical fitness, and his intense workout regime as he has for music and acting. But it looks like a minor injury may keep him sidelined for a bit. “Too much spearfishing and beach volleyball… 2 stress fractures,” the 51-year-old shared on his socials, along with …

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Maren Morris adds three more awards to her “Artists of the Year” honor

CMTMaren Morris was honored as a member of CMT’s first all-female Artists of the Year class Wednesday in Nashville, but that wasn’t the only bright spot in her evening. She also found out her first three hits have achieved new sales milestones. “As if last night couldn’t fit any more magic into it,” Maren shared on her socials, “my …

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A visit with the “Coal Miner’s Daughter”: Sissy Spacek talks about the possibility of working with Loretta Lynn again

CMTLoretta Lynn couldn’t attend Wednesday night’s CMT Artists of the Year gala to accept her Artist of a Lifetime honor, but her friend Sissy Spacek reminisced about the visit she’d had with the legend earlier in the day. “She’s so excited about tonight. She’s so disappointed that she couldn’t be here,” the actress explained as she walked the red carpet. …

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This One’s for the Girls: CMT honors its first-ever all-female “Artists of the Year”

CMTCountry music’s girl power was in full force Wednesday night at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center, as CMT honored its first-ever all-female class of Artists of the Year. Miranda Lambert and Pistol Annies kicked things off with plenty of attitude, debuting the new track “Sugar Daddy” before Elle King presented Miranda her award. “Not a day will go by that I …

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Get Your ‘Shine On: Cole Swindell gets into the moonshine business

ABC/Image Group LA Cole Swindell is now officially in the business of selling ‘shine. The Georgia native’s signature brand of 100 proof Peppermint Moonshine is now available from Sugarlands Distilling in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Swindell’s spirit comes in a Mason jar, complete with Cole’s likeness and autograph on the label. “You ready for some MOONSHINE?” he asked …

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Morgan Wallen to headline If I Know Me Tour in 2019

ABC Radio“Up Down” hitmaker Morgan Wallen will kick off his 2019 headlining tour January 5 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Morgan made the announcement Wednesday afternoon at the #1 party for his breakthrough hit at Nashville’s Thompson Hotel. Taking its name from his debut album, the If I Know Me Tour will hit 26 cities, including a hometown stop for …

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Luke Bryan’s What Makes You Country trek can hang with the pop stars when it comes to hot tours

ABC/Image Group LA Luke Bryan ranks #3 on Billboard’s latest rundown of Hot Tours, lagging behind only pop superstars Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift. The latest Billboard Boxscore reports add $31.1 million to Luke’s tally, courtesy of 23 new shows on the What Makes You Country Tour. In all, Luke’s made $65.5 million since the trek started in February in Springfield, Missouri. …

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Shania Twain’s “Real Country” arrives on USA Network November 13

ABC RadioUSA Network’s new country music talent show, Real Country, is set to premiere Tuesday, November 13. Executive producer Shania Twain, Jake Owen, and Travis Tritt will serve as the competition show’s judges. Graham Bunn from ABC’s Bachelor in Paradise will be its host. “I have never seen a show like this before,” Shania shared …

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An “excited, scared and nervous” Garth Brooks announces 2019 stadium tour

ABC/Randy HolmesLooks like Garth Brooks‘ recently completed world tour just wasn’t enough for the six-time CMA Entertainer of the Year: He’s hitting the road again. At a Nashville press conference Wednesday, Garth announced that he’ll be putting five shows on sale before Christmas, and the tour will kick off in the spring of next year …

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Kenny Chesney and Thomas Rhett join Jason Aldean to headline the beachfront Tortuga Music Festival

Allister AnnKenny Chesney and Thomas Rhett are joining Jason Aldean as the headliners of next year’s Tortuga Music Festival. This will be Kenny’s fourth time playing the Florida gathering in its seven-year history. Kane Brown, Dustin Lynch, Maren Morris, Chris Janson, Morgan Evans, Midland, Carly Pearce, Michael Ray, Maddie & Tae, Mitchell Tenpenny, Lindsay Ell and more will take the stage in Fort Lauderdale Beach Park during the April 12, 13, …

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