ABC/Paula LoboFormer American Idol judge Keith Urban is the latest superstar to join the new YouTube talent competition Best.Cover.Ever. Hosted by rapper Ludacris, the show challenges aspiring musicians to upload their best version of a particular song by a big-name artist. The winner gets the chance to duet with that artist on YouTube. To earn your place on the stage next …
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Jul 18
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill get Lucky on the Soul2Soul tour
ABC/Image Group LA Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s merch on the Soul2Soul trek is getting an upgrade. The superstar couple has partnered with jeans-maker Lucky Brand to create an exclusive 17-piece collection of tour merchandise, according to Billboard. The line includes blue jean jackets embroidered with either “Faith” or “McGraw,” and t-shirts that say things like “You be …
Jul 18
How do you say pecan? Lauren Alaina weighs in on the nutty topic
ABC/Lou RoccoPeach state native Lauren Alaina settles the age-old debate over how you say the word “pecan” — sort of — in a new video for the Georgia Pecan Growers Association. The American Idol runner-up ponders whether it’s puh-kahn or pee-kan in the clip, and for the record, she settles on puh-kahn. You can check out Lauren’s humorous take …
Jul 18
Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton plan their final performance together, in a star-studded celebration of Kenny's career
Webster Public RelationsKenny Rogers and Dolly Parton will reunite for one final performance, as the entertainment icon’s touring career draws to a close. “All in for the Gambler: Kenny Rogers’ Farewell Concert Celebration” will take place Wednesday, October 25 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Little Big Town, Alison Krauss, Jamey Johnson, Broadway and Frozen star Idina Menzel, and rockers Elle King and The Flaming Lips will all be part …
Jul 18
I'll Take You There: Cole Swindell is holding on to hope for getting his seventh #1 with Dierks Bentley
ABC/Image Group LA Since every single he’s ever released has gone to the top of the charts, Cole Swindell admits the thought of “Flatliner” NOT reaching number one is rather ominous. “I would think at some point that streak has to end,” he confesses. “It’s a pressure, but it’s a good pressure… but this song, it’s fun, …
Jul 17
Kelsea Ballerina plans two “Legend”-ary performances next week
Black River Entertainment You’ll have two chances to see Kelsea Ballerini sing her new hit “Legends” on TV on Tuesday, July 25. The “Peter Pan” hitmaker will start the day with a performance on Good Morning America. You can watch for Kelsea starting at 7 a.m. on ABC. Then she’ll wrap things up by visiting The Tonight Show Starring …
Jul 17
Louisiana man Dylan Scott lands at #1 with “My Girl”
CurbDylan Scott lands the first #1 of his career this week with the autobiographical single, “My Girl.” “Growing up in Louisiana, I listened to country radio and dreamed of someday hearing myself on the top-40 countdown,” he recalls. “Not only was I fortunate enough to achieve that dream, but to reach #1 with a song that …
Jul 17
“Everybody” “Fix a Drink” to celebrate Chris Janson's new album
ABC/Image Group LA When Chris Janson released his Fix a Drink EP on June 9, he warned it wouldn’t be long until his sophomore album followed. Now he’s making good on his promise. The “Buy Me a Boat” hitmaker unveiled the details Monday morning on his socials, asking “Ya’ll ready for a new album?!” Chris added the hashtag #EVERYBODY, as …
Jul 17
Social media star Brett Eldredge will pass on a reality show, but he's ready to act
Atlantic/Warner Music NashvilleBrett Eldredge is a world-class master of social media, and here’s the proof: he’s nominated for Choice Snapchatter at the Teen Choice Awards, competing against the likes of Kylie Jenner and Selena Gomez. “I love to have that connection,” Brett says of his addiction to his socials. “I love just talking back and forth and seeing what’s …
Jul 17
Just like Thomas Rhett, newcomer Dylan Scott is happy to share the spotlight with his “Girl”
CurbLots of things are changing in newcomer Dylan Scott’s world these days. Later this year, he’ll become a father for the first time, but even before that, he’s on track to have his very first #1 with “My Girl.” “It’s kind of all happening at the same time, which is kinda cool,” the Louisiana native tells …