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Chris Janson surrounds himself with “Real Friends” on new album

ABC/Image Group LAChris Janson has put a name to his new album.  The “Buy Me a Boat” singer has announced his third studio album will be called Real Friends. The title is inspired by the fact that he created the album alongside his close companions, including his wife Kelly, who served as the photographer for all of the album …

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Old Dominion go for the gold with “Happy Endings” album

ABC/Mark LevineOld Dominion have the Midas touch.  Happy Endings, the group’s second album, has officially been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. The chart-topping album includes three consecutive #1 singles: the platinum-selling “No Such Thing as a Broken Heart” and “Written in the Sand,” and the gold-certified “Hotel Key.” Upon its release in 2017, Happy …

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“Redesigning Women”: The Highwomen make confident late-night debut on “Fallon”

Andrew Lipovsky/NBC The Highwomen — the new country supergroup featuring Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, Natalie Hemby and Amanda Shires — made an impressive TV debut last night on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.  Fresh off their buzzworthy set at the 2019 Newport Folk Festival, the power group brought a pair of songs to the late night stage, performing “Redesigning Women” and “Crowded Table.” Their …

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“Good Girl” + “Bad Reputation”: How Carrie Underwood bonded with rocker Joan Jett for CMA Fest special

ABC/Mark Levine Sunday on ABC’s yearly CMA Fest special, Carrie Underwood teams up with what some might consider an unlikely companion: rocker Joan Jett. But it turns out the American Idol winner is a huge fan of the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s music. And Carrie’s admiration only intensified once she realized “how much …

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Kane Brown and wife Katelyn still prioritize date nights despite her pregnancy

ABC/Image Group LAThough Kane Brown is balancing a hectic touring schedule with Jason Aldean, and preparing for the arrival of his and wife Katelyn‘s first child, a girl, the couple still makes date nights a priority.  In an interview with People, the breakthrough country star shares that their date night routine hasn’t been affected much by the pregnancy, except for one detail: Katelyn can’t indulge …

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In new music video, Cole Swindell’s “Love You Too Late” becomes a high-speed chase

ABC/Image Group LACole Swindell combines heartache with adrenaline in the music video for his current hit “Love You Too Late.”  Cole takes to the streets for visual for the song, which is about the regret you feel for not expressing your love  in a timely fashion. Standing inside a bright street tunnel, Cole sings with a full band …

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“Break It In:” Eli Young Band releases new song

Courtesy of The Valory Music Co.Eli Young Band are looking ahead to their next single. Following the success of their latest chart-topper “Love Ain’t,” the four-member band have officially sent their follow-up single “Break It In” to country radio. Penned by Benjy Davis, Michael Whitworth, Brandon Day and Daniel Ross, the reflective song uses metaphorical lyrics like a getting new guitar and …

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Donald Glover’s alter ego Childish Gambino delivers surprise cover of song by Garth Brooks’ alter ego Chris Gaines

ABC/Randy HolmesGarth Brooks has a fan in Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actor and singer Donald Glover. During a stop at Australian radio station Triple J, Donald transformed into his Grammy-winning musical alter ego, Childish Gambino, and performed a surprise cover song by Garth’s alter ego, Chris Gaines. As you may recall, in 1999, the country superstar created the character of Gaines, …

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Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley to perform at 2019 Musikfest

ABC/Image Group LATwo major country acts are part of the lineup at a multi-faceted music festival.  Lady Antebellum and Brad Paisley are set to perform during 2019 Muiskfest, taking place from August 2 – 11 in Bethlehem, PA. Both will appear at the outdoor venue Wind Creek Steel Stage at PNC Plaza during the 10-day festival. The “Need You Now” trio will …

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Kane Brown sells out L.A.’s Staples Center for venue’s 20th anniversary concert

ABC/Mitch HaasethKane Brown has accomplished a significant career feat.  The “Good as You” singer sold out the Staples Center in Los Angeles in under two hours after tickets went on sale on July 26.  It’ll be his first time headlining at the famed venue — and the gig will help the Staples Center celebrate its own milestone. …

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