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Most people don’t change, but ‘Some People Do’: Old Dominion’s new music video is about redemption

ABC/Image Group LAOld Dominion teamed up with Jason Schneidman, a celebrity groomer who also cuts hair for the homeless, for the music video for their latest single, “Some People Do.”  Jason’s connection to helping those in need is personal: He was previously homeless, and overcame drug addiction after a stint in rehab. Now, he spends his spare …

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Miranda Lambert reschedules final ten dates on 2020 Wildcard Tour

Jason KempinMiranda Lambert began her 2020 Wildcard Tour back in January, but in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, she’s putting the brakes on the final batch of show dates.  The singer’s tour was scheduled to resume in late April with a series of Canadian stops as well as a couple more in the U.S. Now, Miranda is planning …

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‘Girl Going Nowhere,’ ‘Never Will’: Every member of Ashley McBryde’s band leaves their mark on sophomore album

ABC/Image Group LA Ashley McBryde‘s much-anticipated sophomore album arrives today, featuring eleven cuts, including the defiant title track, “Never Will.”  The Arkansas native recalls the song came to life on an especially productive day. “It started out with two friends and I, like all my stories start out, just kind of writing around,” she tells ABC Audio. …

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Colbie Caillat and longtime fiance split, will still work together: “We will continue to be best friends”

Jim Spellman/Getty ImagesAfter a decade together, Colbie Caillat and her fiance, Justin Kawika Young, have decided to end their relationship — but they’ll continue working together. In an Instagram post, the couple writes, “This is difficult for us to share, but we want to be honest with you all. After 10 wonderful years, Justin and …

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“The USA Begins With Us”: Hot Country Knights gear up to drop their patriotic new tune

GreenRoom PR‘90s-inspired goofball group the Hot Country Knights will make a virtual appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: At Home Edition on Thursday night to debut “The USA Begins With Us.”  The band’s homage to patriotism comes off of their forthcoming studio debut, The K is Silent, which will drop in full on May 1.  The Knights’ live …

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“What’s Up Cuz”? Toby Keith has big plans to drop his next song

Show Dog RecordsToby Keith promises a tipsy and rollicking good time in his next song, “What’s Up Cuz,” which the singer will drop on Friday.  At just under two minutes long, the new song will be a brief but much-needed respite from the turbulent outside world, urging fans to kick back and lean into a “two-beer …

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Matt Stell celebrates platinum “Prayed for You” with first-ever RIAA virtual plaque presentation

ABC/Image Group LAMatt Stell notched a major milestone on Wednesday, when he got the news that his debut single, “Prayed for You,” had gone platinum. However, in the midst of a global pandemic and given that it also was April Fool’s Day, the celebration surrounding his hit song was anything but ordinary.  During a virtual meeting, …

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Keith Urban contrasts darkness and light in the video treatment for “God Whispered Your Name”

ABC/Image Group LAKeith Urban takes his song to soaring new heights in the music video for “God Whispered Your Name,” a clip that puts a visual spin on the song’s message of hope and redemption.  The video starts off with footage of Keith alone in a dark basement, playing an acoustic guitar. With the help of …

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“We have loved every tribute”: Joe Diffie’s widow thanks fans for their support following his death

ABC/Image Group LAAfter news broke last weekend that nineties hitmaker Joe Diffie had died of complications of the COVID-19 coronavirus, fans showed an outpouring of support.  And it didn’t go unappreciated. The singer’s widow, Tara, recently touched base on social media to reflect on all the creative ways Joe’s listeners have been keeping his legacy alive.  “I cannot count how …

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Dolly Parton, Rascal Flatts and more will tribute the late Kenny Rogers in a benefit for MusiCares

CMTA new TV special will spotlight the life and legacy of Kenny Rogers, who died on March 20. The show, premiering next Wednesday night on CMT, is called CMT GIANTS Kenny Rogers: A Benefit for MusiCares.  A star-studded roster of Kenny’s friends, contemporaries and famous fans will join the tribute, offering virtual performances and interviews recorded in …

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