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Kelsea Ballerini adjusts album release plans due to COVID-19

Black River Records Kelsea Ballerini is rearranging her promotional plans for the release of her new album, kelsea, due to COVID-19.   The singer shared and note and video to fans on Twitter revealing that the album promotion cycle will look “pretty different” than she imagined in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. She had originally planned to appear on TV shows …

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Reba McEntire posts heartfelt tribute after her mother’s death

ABC/Image Group LACountry superstar Reba McEntire announced the heartbreaking news Saturday that her mother, Jacqueline, had died. “Our Mother, Jacqueline McEntire, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven today,” the 64-year-old wrote in a lengthy emotional eulogy on her personal Instagram.  “She had a wonderful, full, healthy life and was absolutely ready to go. The cancer might think it …

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As ‘The Voice”s blind auditions wrap, Blake admits it’s “been a lot of fun” figuring out how to beat Nick Jonas

2019 NBCUniversal Media, LLCTonight, the blind auditions wrap up on The Voice. And even after eighteen seasons, it’s a concept Blake Shelton still loves. “You know, you can’t really listen for anything other than talent whenever you’re sitting in these blind auditions because you can’t see the person,” he explains. “You don’t know what they have going on …

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ACM Awards postponed until September in response to COVID-19

Academy of Country MusicThe upcoming 55th Academy of Country Music Awards — which were to be held Sunday, April 5 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas — have now been postponed until September, in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus.   The exact date, time and venue for the CBS show will be announced …

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Opry cancels audiences through April 4; Will continue as a Saturday radio show in the meantime

Grand Ole Opry/Chris HolloYou can add one of Nashville’s most treasured traditions to the long list of performances that have been canceled because of the COVID-19 coronavirus. Starting with the Friday show scheduled for tonight, the Grand Ole Opry will “pause performances that include a live audience through April 4,” according to a news release. …

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Country Music Hall of Fame announces temporary closure in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus

Raymond Boyd/Getty ImagesFollowing a string of cancelled country tours, shows and festival dates, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has announced plans to temporarily close its doors due to the COVID-19 coronavirus.  The closure goes into effect at the end of the day on Friday, and lasts until March 31. “The health and …

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Garth Brooks sells out Las Vegas stadium show in under two hours

ABC RadioGarth Brooks is headed to Las Vegas for a stadium show this August, and he’ll be joined by over 65,000 enthusiastic fans. The singer’s concert, which will take place in the city’s Allegiant Stadium, sold out just 75 minutes after it was announced.  Allegiant Stadium is currently under construction. When it opens this summer, it …

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Morgan Evans sheds new light on the process of making his “Diamonds” music video

ABC/Image Group LAMorgan Evans is taking fans behind the scenes of the shoot for his latest video, “Diamonds,” and offering some new fun facts about what went into making the clip.  “We flew down to El Paso, Texas. We spent two days, and the white sands of New Mexico, it’s just this crazy expansive white sand …

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“One Margarita”: Luke Bryan toasts summertime and fun in the sun in beachy new tune

Capitol NashvilleLuke Bryan raises a coconut to the tropical good life in the music video for his brand-new song, “One Margarita.” Playful and sun-kissed, the new track is an ode to the good life, and it’s got a music video to match.  You can practically smell the sunscreen as Luke dances around a party, bounces a …

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“Our Song”: Willie Nelson’s next single is a peaceful, sweet ballad

Legacy RecordingsWillie Nelson reflects on a life well-lived, with the people that matter the most, in his new ballad, “Our Song.” A simple, waltz-time ballad, the new song highlights Willie’s iconic voice and deft storytelling style. “Our Song” is the second tune Willie’s shared off his forthcoming new album, First Rose of Spring. It follows the project’s …

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