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Blake Shelton transforms from Sexiest Man Alive to UGLYDOLL

ABC/Mark LevineBlake Shelton may be People’s reigning Sexiest Man Alive, but he’ll soon be an UGLYDOLL. Blake is set to both sing and voice the character OX — who’s the unofficial mayor of Uglyville — in the upcoming animated feature. UGLYDOLLS is based on the popular plush toy line and will follow the free-spirited Moxy as she and her …

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“She Remembers Everything”: Rosanne Cash returns with a “uniquely female perspective” on new album

Blue Note RecordsRosanne Cash returns with her first new album in nearly five years this fall, as She Remembers Everything comes out November 2. The second-generation country hitmaker had a hand in writing all ten songs on the record, which includes contributions from Kris Kristofferson and Elvis Costello. Recorded in Portland, Oregon and New York City, the album boasts a “uniquely …

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The Man I Want to Be: Charlie Daniels honors Chris Young as a patriot at fundraising dinner

ABC/Image Group LA Chris Young picked up the inaugural Charlie Daniels Patriot Award earlier this week at a special fundraising dinner in Music City.   The Country Music Hall of Famer presented Chris the honor Tuesday at a sold-out event at The Palm for his Journey Home Project. “I am immensely grateful to our military and …

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The Chainsmokers are thrilled about their new collabo with Kelsea Ballerini: “Damn, this is exciting!”

Disruptor Records/ColumbiaThe Chainsmokers just released their latest collaboration, “This Feeling,” on Tuesday, but the feedback they’re getting from fans about the song — which features country star Kelsea Ballerini — is blowing them away. “Damn, this is exciting!” they tweeted. “Feel like we haven’t seen a reaction to a song of ours like this since the Coldplay collab!” Of course, the …

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“10% Happier”: Brett Eldredge opens up about his anxiety and how meditation helped

ABC RadioBrett Eldredge is baring his soul in the latest episode of the 10% Happier podcast from ABC’s Dan Harris. In the hour-long conversation, Brett opens up about his struggles with anxiety, and how meditation helped him. “For all of you who have struggled with anxiety and worries, you are not alone…” Brett tweeted. “You aren’t crazy, you are Human! You …

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Watch now: Carrie says you can’t “Cry Pretty,” but Brad Paisley insists he can

Capitol NashvilleIf you’ve seen the CMA Awards over the past decade, you know that Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley make quite a pair. And they don’t even have to be in the same room together for Brad’s antics to kick in. Brad’s latest exploits involve the “glitter tears” Carrie sports on the cover of her Cry Pretty album and single. They’re …

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Listen now: Billy Currington gets sexy with “Bring It on Over”

Mercury NashvilleBilly Currington’s leaning into his sexy side with his new single, “Bring It on Over.” “Oh baby, just wait a minute/If you’re in the bed stay in it/I’m about to dive on it it/Got to, got to get you closer/I’m about to bring it on over,” the Georgia native sings in the new tune written …

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It’s “Simple”: FGL heading to L.A. to headline “CMA Songwriters Series”

BMLGThe CMA Songwriters Series is hitting the road for Los Angeles, with Florida Georgia Line set to play a special show held Wednesday, October 10 at The Novo. Corey Crowder and HARDY will join Tyler Hubbard and Bryan Kelley for the night of songs and stories, as well some special guests who write for FGL’s Tree Vibez Music. HARDY co-wrote both FGL’s current single, “Simple,” and …

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Even more “Modern Sounds in Country & Western Music”: Darius Rucker leads “An Opry Salute to Ray Charles”

Courtesy Grand Ole Opry LLC; Courtesy Grand Ole Opry LLC. Chris Hollo, photographerDarius Rucker will host a special Opry Salute to Ray Charles next month, as the Grand Ole Opry kicks off a week-long celebration of its 93rd birthday. Chris Young, Brett Eldredge, Cam, Travis Tritt, R&B legends Boyz II Men and others will join Darius for a show filled with collaborations and …

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With a little help from my friends: Chesney, Kelsea, Michael Ray and Sam Hunt help Old Dominion raise money for charity at the Ryman

ABC/Mark Levine Old Dominion raised $40,000 for charity Tuesday night at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, with a little help from their friends. Kenny Chesney, Kelsea Ballerini, Michael Ray and Sam Hunt all took their turn on the historic stage, joining the guys primarily to do the hits OD wrote for them. Kenny offered “Save It for a Rainy Day,” while Kelsea did …

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