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Mum’s the word: CMA hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood are keeping their performances a secret

Bob D’Amico/CMALet the CMA Awards secrecy begin. In addition to hosting the 51st Annual CMA Awards, Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will both be performing. That doesn’t mean, however, they’re giving away many details about exactly what they’ll be doing. “I know about Carrie’s and it’s gonna be unbelievable,” Brad discloses. Carrie — who should soon release her first …

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Tim McGraw, Faith Hill add 2018 Soul2Soul tour dates

Becky Fluke; Courtesy of Tim and FaithTim McGraw and Faith Hill are extending their Soul2Soul World Tour into next year. The already massive trek of 80 sold-out dates has added 25 cities to the couple’s growing calendar for 2018. Tickets for the tour go on sale beginning November 10 at 10 a.m. local time for American Express Card Members. …

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Alan Jackson, Tom T. Hall, Bill Anderson among nominees for Songwriters Hall of Fame

Courtesy SHOFThe nominees for induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018 have been announced, and it’s a lengthy list, incorporating two categories: “Performing” and “Non-Performing” songwriters. Among the performers, the country nominees include Alan Jackson and Tom T. Hall.  Rocker and Farm Aid co-founder John Mellencamp is also on that list. Strangely, Bill …

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Justin Moore shares a glimpse on tour in “Kinda Don’t Care” video

ABC/Image Group LAJustin Moore is giving fans an up-close look at his Hell on a Highway Tour in his latest video for “Kinda Don’t Care.” Directed by Cody Villalobos, the three-minute clip was filmed during several sold-out tour stops over the summer including shows in Sacramento and Redding, California; and Enumclaw, Washington. “I am lucky enough that …

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Little Big Town wanders through the wilderness in “When Someone Stops Loving You” video

ABC/Image Group LALittle Big Town is well known for their pristine harmonies and memorable lyrics and their latest single, “When Someone Stops Loving You,” strikes a deep chord. The new, four-minute video for the song has the quartet wandering through the wilderness, lamenting of the end of a relationship. Dressed in black, Little Big Town walk …

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Thomas Rhett notches ninth number-one with “Unforgettable”

ABC/MARK LEVINEThomas Rhett is on a winning streak. The country singer has garnered his third consecutive number-one song this year with “Unforgettable,” which hit the top position on both the Billboard Country Airplay and Mediabase charts. The song is the fastest rising song of his career, peaking at just 14 weeks. “This is a really cool way to …

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Watch: Luke Bryan says a third Entertainer win would let him thank his fans

ABC/Image Group LALuke Bryan is a two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and he’s nominated for the award once again on Wednesday night.  Luke says one reason he’d like to win it again is so that he can personally show his gratitude to his fans. “When you win an Entertainer of the Year award, then …

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Brett Young is “flattered” to be nominated at CMA Awards

BMLGBrett Young has had a whirlwind year of back-to-back No. 1 singles: “Sleep Without You” and “In Case You Didn’t Know.”  On Wednesday, he’ll face off against his fellow rising stars as he competes for his first-ever CMA Award.  The New Artist of the Year nominee says he’s just glad that his name’s on the …

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Watch: Nominees Brothers Osborne don’t mind if they “crash and burn” during their CMA performance

ABC/Lorenzo BevilaquaBrothers Osborne are set to make their debut performance on the CMA Awards this Wednesday. The duo — made up of brothers TJ and John Osborne — are also up for Vocal Duo of the Year and Music Video of the Year, for “Ain’t My Fault.” They say they’ll be giving their all during their first performance on the …

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Watch now: Jon Pardi says he’s a CMA winner whether he wins or loses

ABC/Image Group LAJon Pardi has a big night ahead of him Wednesday. The country singer will be performing at the CMA Awards in Nashville, where he’s also nominated for two awards — New Artist of the Year and Single of the Year, for “Dirt on My Boots.” While the California native admits it’d be amazing …

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