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“We Were”: How Eric Church unknowingly wrote a hit that taps into the relationship of Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman

ABC/Image Group LA Eric Church returns to number one this week with “Some of It,” his first song to reach the pinnacle since “Round Here Buzz” in January of 2018. “Some of It” isn’t Eric’s only song on the chart, though: He also co-wrote Keith Urban‘s latest hit, “We Were.” He didn’t even realize the Aussie superstar had recorded it, however, …

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“Play Something Country” and get a free trip to see Brooks & Dunn in Las Vegas

Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumIs a Brooks & Dunn song your go-to karaoke tune? If so — and you happen to be pretty good at it — you could find yourself on your way to Sin City. Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is launching the Brooks & Dunn: Kings of Neon Karaoke Contest to …

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Kacey Musgraves keeps her “World” spinning, adding five more shows

ABC/Image Group LA Kacey Musgraves is extending the second leg of her Oh What a World: Tour this fall, adding five major dates in October. The Texas native will play two shows at The Pavilion in Dallas on October 10 and 11, followed by two nights at New York City’s Radio City Music Hall on October 15 and …

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This fall, Keith Urban goes back to the beginning with 20th anniversary vinyl

Capitol Nashville CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year Keith Urban will mark the twentieth anniversary of his self-titled, debut album this fall by releasing it on vinyl for the very first time. The platinum-selling Keith Urban will be available as both a limited-edition lavender LP and on standard black vinyl as well. The record — which originally came …

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Survey says: Jon Pardi and Lauren Alaina play “Celebrity Family Feud” on Sunday

ABC/Byron CohenJon Pardi and Lauren Alaina are teaming up to play ABC’s Celebrity Family Feud this Sunday. The two country stars will try to guess what the “survey says” as they square off against actress Brooklyn Decker and tennis player Andy Roddick on the popular game show, hosted by comedian Steve Harvey. Jon and Lauren compete to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital …

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“Make a Little” one: Midland’s Mark Wystrach and his fiancee are expecting

ABC/Image Group LA Midland’s Mark Wystrach will soon be a daddy. His fiancée, Ty Haney, announced the news Friday on Instagram. “Baby on board or too many donuts?” she captioned a mirror selfie showing off her baby bump. “Lil cowgirl on the way,” she added. Mark and Ty got engaged in late May, after meeting on a blind date. …

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Watch now: Maren Morris’s Highwomen start a fire with “Redesigning Women”

Low Country Sound/Elektra RecordsThe first taste of music from Maren Morris’s all-female supergroup The Highwomen arrived on Friday, along with a fiery music video and the promise of a full-length album coming in the fall. And as you might expect, Maren and her pals – hit songwriter Natalie Hemby and Americana Grammy-winners Brandi Carlile and Amanda Shires — have something to say. “Redesigning women/Running …

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“Alcohol You Later”: How a stranger in a bar inspired Mitchell Tenpenny’s latest hit

ABC/Image Group LA Mitchell Tenpenny seems to be developing a theme: he followed his debut chart-topping hit, “Drunk Me,” with another seemingly booze-soaked song, “Alcohol You Later.” “Well, one you become sober, and one you’re just making a mistake,” he laughs.  “‘Alcohol’ wasn’t even gonna make the record,” he tells ABC Radio. “It was a …

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Russell Dickerson loves “Every Little Thing” about being on the Very Hot Summer Tour with BFF Thomas Rhett

ABC/Image Group LA Thomas Rhett is much more than Russell Dickerson‘s boss on the Very Hot Summer Tour: he’s also his best friend. For the “Yours” hitmaker, that’s a best-case scenario. “It’s been amazing,” Russell tells ABC Radio. “We’ve hung out, you know, even in the madness of the touring.” “You know, I finally have …

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It’s not what you think, but Justin Moore’s mother inspired “Why We Drink”

The Valory Music Co. What could be more country than a drinking song inspired by your mama? That’s exactly the case with Justin Moore’s new track, “Why We Drink.” But the Arkansas native would be quick to point out the idea came from something his mom said at dinner — not something she did. “I ordered a drink, and …

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