ABC/Randy HolmesWhen you hear Ashley McBryde‘s breakthrough hit, “A Little Dive Bar in Dahlonega,” you might assume it’s based entirely on the personal experience of the singer. But that wasn’t the case, and in fact, it wasn’t until recently that Ashley even set foot in the Crimson Moon, the real-life bar immortalized in the song. …
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Apr 27
Make an Opry date with Carrie Underwood and Ashley McBryde the week of CMA Fest
© Grand Ole Opry/Photo by Rachael Black If you’re coming to Nashville for CMA Fest this June, you’d might as well take in a performance of the Grand Ole Opry, too. The world’s longest-running radio show is making that easy for you, kicking off CMA Fest early with two sets on Tuesday, June 5, at …
Apr 27
Romance on the rocks: Is Michael Ray breaking up or making up in new “Get to You” video?
AtlanticMichael Ray’s trying to make a relationship last in his top-20 hit, “Get to You,” and he acts out that same scenario in his new video for the track. As the clip begins, Michael’s at home packing, with his blonde love interest also in the house. Eventually, Michael leaves, driving his Jeep to meet the …
Apr 27
“Still the Same,” just “Bigger”: Sugarland sets a date with “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
ABC/Heidi GutmanNext Wednesday, Sugarland delivers the TV debut of two songs from their new album on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will perform the lead single, “Still the Same,” as well as the record’s title track, “Bigger.” You can watch for the performances starting at 11:35 p.m. May 2 on ABC. “Still …
Apr 27
Why don’t you just meet me in the…studio? Maren Morris is “ready to record” album #2
ABC/Image Group LAWith four words and a photo, Maren Morris announced “she’s ready to record” her sophomore album. In the picture, Maren’s engagement ring and wedding band are prominently displayed, as her hand hides the potential track list for the album. At the top, you can make out the headings “MM2,” “Studio,” and “Days.” The …
Apr 27
“If I Know Me”: How newcomer Morgan Wallen earned the FGL seal of approval
Big LoudThe debut album from Morgan Wallen, If I Know Me, arrives today, just as his collaboration with Florida Georgia Line is dangerously close to becoming his first top-ten hit. The East Tennessee native readily admits “Up Down” is more than just a song — it’s an endorsement from FGL. “They actually mentioned that,” Morgan …
Apr 27
Listen: Camila Cabello & Kane Brown harmonize on “Never Be the Same” duet
Epic RecordsShe may no longer be a member of Fifth Harmony, but Camila Cabello has found someone new to harmonize with. She and Kane Brown have now released their duet version of Camila’s pop smash “Never Be the Same.” Camila writes on Twitter, “When we were writing [‘Never Be the Same’], [my producer] Frank Dukes …
Apr 27
“She lives this album with me”: How Nicole Kidman helped shape Keith Urban’s Graffiti U
ABC/Image Group LAGraffiti U is the first album Keith Urban has recorded predominantly in his home studio in Nashville. He admits that likely didn’t affect the album in a huge way — though it may have inspired its title. “The studio I have at home has huge windows,” he explains. “The studio’s flooded with natural light, …
Apr 26
“In Case You Didn’t Know,” Brett Young now has three chart-topping platinum singles in a row
ABC/Image Group LAIf two, back-to-back sold-out nights a San Jose’s Rodeo Club weren’t enough, California native Brett Young got an extra surprise Wednesday night: Reps from his record label arrived with a platinum plaque for his most-recent #1, “Like I Loved You.” That makes it Brett’s third chart-topping single to go platinum, on the heels …
Apr 26
Lots of opening acts, lots of Happy Endings: Old Dominion maps out a busy fall
RCA NashvilleMichael Ray, Granger Smith, Walker Hayes and High Valley will all join Old Dominion on the newest leg of their Happy Endings World Tour. It kicks off October 27 in Roanoke, Virginia, with Canadian duo High Valley joining for most of the U.S. dates. As of now, Granger’s only on the opening concert, with …