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Jimmy Kimmel hosts sixth edition of “Mean Tweets: Music Edition”

ABC/Randy HolmesThe 53rd Annual CMA Awards aired Wednesday night on ABC, and later on, so did a sixth installment of Jimmy Kimmel Live!‘s Mean Tweets: Music Edition. As always,a variety of artists opened themselves up to some of the meanest, nastiest comments currently on the internet, procured especially by host Jimmy Kimmel. This time around, Billie Eilish, Alice Cooper, Chance the Rapper, Luke Perry, Lizzo, Luke …

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Backstage at the CMA Awards 2019: Garth shares the praise, Luke’s in disbelief, and Maren’s baby’s her good luck charm

Country Music AssociationBackstage at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Garth Brooks reveled at winning his seventh Entertainer of the Year trophy, a number that’s quite famously always held special significance for him. The ever-humble superstar heaped praise on fellow winners like Luke Combs, while also celebrating Reba McEntire‘s performance of “Fancy” and the night’s female-centric …

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53rd Annual CMA Awards: The Winners

Mark Seliger/ABC Here are the winners of the 53rd Annual CMA Awards, handed out Wednesday night in Nashville: Entertainer of the YearGarth Brooks Album of the YearGirl, Maren Morris Single of the Year“God’s Country,” Blake Shelton Song of the Year“Beautiful Crazy,” co-written by Luke Combs, Wyatt Durrette, Robert Williford, recorded by Luke Combs Male Vocalist …

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Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks featured in “Bluebird” documentary trailer

Walt Disney Television/Paula LoboA trailer for the new documentary Bluebird has been released and features a series of superstars who are connected to the iconic venue. Bluebird chronicles the history of the Bluebird Cafe, the esteemed singer-songwriter venue in Nashville that’s played an influential role in the careers of Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, Keith Urban and more. In the new trailer, Taylor is seen performing …

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Chris Lane and Lauren Bushnell turn their wedding day into “Big, Big Plans” video

ABC/Image Group LAChris Lane and Lauren Bushnell takes fans inside their wedding day in the video for his song, “Big, Big Plans.”  The couple got engaged in June after Chris proposed to Lauren, who won season 20 of The Bachelor, with the song, sharing a video of the special moment that went viral. Chris and Lauren wed in Nashville on October 25. …

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Raise a glass of “Tequila:” Dan + Shay’s hit is BMI’s Country Song of the Year

ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay‘s “Tequila” has earned another distinguished honor.  The duo’s breakthrough hit was named Country Song of the Year at the 2019 BMI Country Awards in Nashville on Tuesday night.  It was also named the most-performed country song of the year. Singers Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney were on hand at the performing rights organization’s ceremony …

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Reese Witherspoon, Jimmie Allen, Joe Walsh and more added as CMA Awards presenters & performers

Mark Seliger/ABCMore stars have been added to the list of presenters and performers for the CMA Awards.  Newcomers Jimmie Allen and Cody Johnson have been tapped to present at the show, along with Big Little Lies star Reese Witherspoon and Good Morning America contributing host Lara Spencer. Additionally, Joe Walsh of The Eagles will participate in a tribute to CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Kris Kristofferson, alongside previously announced performers Dierks …

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Detroit Garth City: Garth Brooks announces 2020 Stadium Tour date

Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.Garth Brooks has found his next stadium stop for 2020.  The superstar will perform at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on February 22. The show, which will be staged in-the-round, marks Garth’s first time playing at the venue. It will be his only performance in Michigan for the duration of the tour. Garth …

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Carrie Underwood aims to be “beyond,” just like her CMA Awards co-hosts, Reba and Dolly

Mark Seliger/ABCWhen Carrie Underwood hosts tonight’s 53rd CMA Awards, she’ll be doing it with two of her heroes, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire. Since Reba and Carrie are from the same part of the country, she was a significant inspiration for the girl who would go on to win American Idol. “Reba’s from Oklahoma,” Carrie tells ABC Audio. “She’s from a …

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Kacey Musgraves video, “Old Town Road” are early CMA winners

Mark Seliger/ABC The CMA Awards don’t air until tonight, but two winners have already been announced this morning live on ABC’s Good Morning America by Maddie & Tae. In the category of Musical Event of the Year, the winner was “Old Town Road (Remix)” by Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus.  While the song …

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