Courtesy of CMT Country music’s biggest stars are coming together to honor “Dixieland Delight” hitmakers, Alabama. Slated to air later this year, the newly announced CMT GIANTS: Alabama two-hour special will feature Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Sam Hunt, Old Dominion, Little Big Town, Brad Paisley, Riley Green, Jamey Johnson, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan and Steve Wariner tributing the group with covers of their timeless hits. Luke Bryan, Vince Gill, Martina McBride, Lionel Richie, Evander Holyfield and more …
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Jan 17
Tequila shots are Miranda Lambert’s communion in Sin City
NBC Communion is part of Miranda Lambert‘s preshow ritual — but it’s not the typical juice or wine served in church. Chatting with ABC’s Tamron Hall backstage at her Vegas residency, Miranda shared that an adult beverage is her nightly communion of choice. “You guys do tequila shots every night? Before or after?” Tamron asked. “We do them before the show. …
Jan 17
The wait is over: Kenny Chesney announces new album, ‘BORN’
Courtesy of Allister Ann/Warner Music Nashville Kenny Chesney has announced his forthcoming new album, BORN. Arriving March 29, the follow-up to 2020’s Here And Now will include its lead single, “Take Her Home,” the unreleased title track and more as-yet-unannounced tracks. “We’re still not quite done deciding what’s going on here, but one thing’s for sure: BORN is absolutely the title track,” says Kenny. “It’s got …
Jan 17
Luke Combs’ first son, Tex, is a proud big brother: “He’s like a pig in mud”
Disney/Scott Kirkland Luke Combs‘ first child, Tex Lawrence, may only be 1, but that’s not stopping him from being a big brother to 5-month-old Beau Lee. “[Tex] is awesome. He’s taken to it, man. He’s like a pig in mud, he loves it,” Luke tells ABC Audio. “He’s like trying to feed the baby Cheerios, [but Beau] doesn’t eat any Cheerios because he can’t …
Jan 16
Nashville notes: The War And Treaty’s ‘Friends’ tribute + LeAnn Rimes’ health update
Country music’s The War And Treaty teamed with Charlie Puth to perform “See You Again” and the Friends theme song during the in memoriam event segment of Monday night’s 75th Emmy Awards. You can watch a snippet on Variety‘s X, formerly known as Twitter. LeAnn Rimes took to Instagram recently to open up about her health struggles, including undergoing surgery to remove precancerous cells. “I’ve always been open about …
Jan 16
Keep warm with Paula Deen’s gumbo
Getty Images With the winter season in full swing, it’s time to cook up some Southern comfort food for you and your family. So what better meal to make than Paula Deen‘s chicken, sausage and okra gumbo? Paula’s recipe serves 10 to 12 people and has a cooking time of four hours. In terms of ingredients, you’ll need boneless …
Jan 16
Jelly Roll + HARDY headed to 2024 Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival
ABC Country music’s Jelly Roll and HARDY have been announced as performers at the 2024 Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival, taking place July 25-28 in Milwaukee. The bill also includes headliners Red Hot Chili Peppers as well as rock band The Offspring. Tickets will go on presale Thursday, January 18, at 10 a.m. CT. For the full lineup and all ticket info, visit HDHomecoming.com. Along …
Jan 16
Mitchell Tenpenny taps into heartbreak for upcoming song
Disney/Scott Kirkland Mitchell Tenpenny may be a married man, but that’s not stopping him from recording heartbreak songs. The “Drunk Me” singer recently teased an unreleased track, “Breaking My Heart,” on Instagram. In the midtempo tune, Mitchell implores an ex to quit leaving him heartbroken, intentionally or not. “I think you need a vacation/ A little for …
Jan 16
Blake Shelton’s Ole Red Las Vegas officially open
Katherine Bomboy/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images The doors are finally open at Blake Shelton‘s Ole Red bar in Las Vegas. The latest outlet is Blake’s sixth and largest Ole Red and is preceded by its locations in Nashville; Nashville International Airport; Gatlinburg, Tennessee; Orlando, Florida; and Tishomingo, Oklahoma. “It’s official!!!!!! The newest addition to the @OleRed family is officially open …
Jan 16
Morgan Wallen teases snippet of new song, “I Guess”
Rich Polk/NBC New music might be on the horizon for Morgan Wallen. The country superstar recently jumped on Instagram and teased a clip of an unreleased song, “I Guess.” Led by an acoustic guitar, the heartbreak number finds Morgan ruminating on a recent breakup and its emotional aftermath. “I guess I’m the problem/ And you’re Miss Never-Do-No-Wrong / …