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“We Do”: Kenny Chesney’s new music video is a love letter to No Shoes Nation

Jeff Kravitz/ACMA2018/FilmMagic for ACMSold-out arenas, beach-side dance parties, red Solo cups and fun in the sun: All that and more comes into play in the music video for “We Do,” the anthemic album-opener from Kenny Chesney’s newest project, Here and Now.  Kenny surprised fans with the video on YouTube Wednesday night. The clip serves as a high-energy …

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Jason Aldean’s family forced to evacuate their Florida home amid wildfires

ABC/Image Group LAJason Aldean’s beach-side Florida home is among the large swath of houses threatened by wildfires in the state’s panhandle region. The country star’s wife, Brittany, updated fans on the situation in her Instagram Stories on Wednesday night, offering assurances that, though the family had to evacuate, they are all safe.  “We are ok, but evacuated. Thanks for …

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Sing “Like Crazy”: How Luke Combs and Carly Pearce pushed Lee Brice

Curb/Big MachineWhen Carly Pearce called Lee Brice to sing on “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” the “Rumor” hitmaker was on the road for an extended run. It wasn’t a problem, though, since Lee travels with a mobile recording studio. But the man who wrote “More Than a Memory” for Garth Brooks isn’t too proud to admit it pushed him vocally to …

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Before “Six Feet Apart,” Luke Combs wondered if it was too “cheesy” to write a song about COVID-19

ABC/Mark LevineLuke Combs’ just-released, pandemic-inspired “Six Feet Apart” has struck a major chord with fans since he first debuted it during a livestream show. So much so, in fact, that the singer speedily released a studio version of the song just a couple weeks after he first shared it.  However, Luke wasn’t sure the song …

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‘The Road I’m On’ leads Garth Brooks’ A&E documentary to DVD release

ABC/Image Group LALast year, A&E premiered the two-hour, four-part documentary The Road I’m On, an up-close and unflinching look at the life and career of Garth Brooks. The film delved deep into Garth’s inner life, featuring rare footage of the superstar’s three daughters talking about their famous father.  Now, you can add The Road I’m On to your personal …

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Tim McGraw will celebrate “I Called Mama”’s release with live performance, fan Q&A

ABC/Mark Levine Tim McGraw is on deck to kick off Amazon’s new livestream series, Amazon Live. The superstar will deliver the debut live performance of his new single, “I Called Mama,” and answer fan questions beginning at 10AM PT on Friday.  It’s a particularly poignant time for Tim to debut “I Called Mama,” which drops the same …

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Brad Paisley queues up two livestream performances, including a full band show

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonEven from quarantine, Brad Paisley has a busy dance card stacked with live performances tonight. The star will go live over Facebook tonight at 6PM CT, and he’s bringing his full band with him. Most of the artists who are livestreaming shows during the COVID-19 pandemic are performing acoustically and without their touring bands, …

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Miranda Lambert reflects on hard times after Tennessee storms: “God keeps reminding us who’s in charge”

ABC/Mark LevineLike many middle Tennessee residents, Miranda Lambert is shaken after a series of severe thunderstorms rolled through the Nashville region over the weekend. Though she’s grateful that no people, animals or structures on her farm were hurt, the singer lost power and several trees. “The storms that came through TN this weekend took a toll on …

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Laine Hardy to perform on ‘American Idol’ as last season’s reigning champ

Hollywood Records/Industrial MediaReigning American Idol victor Laine Hardy is set to return to the show on Sunday, delivering a performance of “Life is a Highway” as part of the singing competition’s special “Disney Night” episode. Laine’s appearance will be virtual, as American Idol has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by showcasing each contestant’s performance from their homes. “Life is a Highway” …

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Thomas Rhett and Kane Brown are teaming up for star-studded ‘Scoob! The Album’

Atlantic Records/2020 Warner Bros. EntertainmentThomas Rhett and Kane Brown are getting in touch with their inner children: They’re lending their voices to Scoob! The Album, the companion project to the forthcoming, full-length animated movie, Scoob! It’s the newest addition to the beloved Scooby-Doo franchise. Thomas and Kane come together for a single on the collection called “On Me,” which also features “Sweet But …

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