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Lauren Akins, wife of country star Thomas Rhett, launches nine-stop book tour for her memoir

Julie PaisleyLauren Akins has already amassed a loyal fan base as the wife of country superstar Thomas Rhett. Now Lauren has written a memoir called Live in Love: Growing Together Through Life’s Changes, which details her love story with her husband, as well as the challenges they face together as their family continues to grow.  The book will …

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Garth Brooks accidentally sets off fiery political debate with Barry Sanders football jersey

ABC RadioGarth Brooks played a stadium tour stop in Detroit recently, and the country superstar had such a great time at the show that he shared a photograph of himself on social media wearing a jersey for Barry Sanders, the retired Detroit Lions NFL running back.  “Detroit you carried me all night long, but you always have. I’m in …

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Midland show off their honky-tonk swagger on ‘Live From the Palomino’

Big Machine RecordsMidland celebrate their honky-tonking roots on their new album Live From the Palomino, which is out now. The trio recorded the project during a one-night-only show at Hollywood’s famed Palomino club in October of 2019.  It’s the same place where they filmed the music video for their newest single, “Cheatin’ Songs.” In its heyday, the …

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No, it’s not a “House Party”: Sam Hunt’s headed to Vegas to celebrate his new album with his “Kinfolks”

MCA NashvilleSam Hunt is gearing up to drop his first album in six years, and the superstar has plans to party in style. He’s set an album release party and show for April 3, the same day his new project, Southside, comes out. Taking place at Brooklyn Bowl in Las Vegas, the show will feature multiple surprise …

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Sugarland are “Bigger, Louder, Live” on new three-song live EP

Big Machine RecordsPowerhouse duo Sugarland revisit three live show highlights from their newest album, Bigger, on a just-released EP. Called Bigger, Louder, Live, the project was recorded during the band’s headlining show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Bigger, Louder, Live consists of “On a Roll,” “Bigger” and “Babe” — three of the best-loved tracks off of their 2018 studio album. The …

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Zac Brown Band’s “Me and the Boys in the Band” music video chronicles life on the road

Diego PerníaNobody tours quite like the Zac Brown Band. A perennial live favorite known for lengthy, creative outings and an action-packed show, the group spends much of their lives on the road — so it’s fitting that tour life is the subject of their new music video for “Me and the Boys in the Band.” The …

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Kelsea Ballerini finds a “hole in the bottle” with new tune; drops full album track list

John Shearer/Getty Images for Amazon MusicKelsea Ballerini is counting down the days until her third studio album, kelsea, drops on March 20. She says the project is “my favorite body of music yet,” and to celebrate, she’s shared another song off the collection with her fans. Called “hole in the bottle,” the new tune is all about …

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What makes an American Idol? Luke Bryan says you can’t discount “hard work” and the “aw shucks factor”

ABC/Gavin BondThis Sunday, the auditions continue on season three of American Idol on ABC, and during his time on the show, Luke Bryan‘s come to believe potential superstars basically fall into two categories. “Most of the time, the real talent, from the first note they sing, you can feel the emotion,” Luke explains. “You get chill bumps all …

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Maren Morris gets real about baby weight and lower back pain during her eighth month of pregnancy

ABC/Image Group LAEight months into her pregnancy, Maren Morris is serving up some “real talk” for her fans. On her Instagram stories, the singer shared a snapshot of herself working out with help from celebrity trainer Erin Oprea, who’s also known for coaching the likes of Kelsea Ballerini and Carrie Underwood.  Underneath the image, Maren offered an unfiltered look into what life in …

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Luke Combs celebrates “this crazy ride we’re on” with three ACM nominations

ABC/Todd WawrychukLast year, Luke Combs won an ACM Award for New Male Artist of the Year. This year, he’s made a massive jump up the ranks, and might even take home the title of Entertainer of the Year. On social media, Luke celebrated his three ACM nods after the full list of nominees was announced on Thursday …

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