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With “The Voice” behind him, Blake Shelton’s ready for Red Nose Day

Trae Patton/NBCNow that Blake Shelton has wrapped season 16 of The Voice, he’s ready to put on his red nose. The “God’s Country” hitmaker will perform on NBC’s fifth annual Red Nose Day Special on Thursday, along with his fellow Voice coach Kelly Clarkson, Sting, Josh Groban, John Legend, and more. Look for This Is Us stars Milo Ventimiglia and Chrissy Metz, Julia Roberts, Connie Britton, and other big names on the fundraiser …

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Michael Ray explores the built-in mystery of “Her World or Mine”

Atlantic Michael Ray‘s follow-up to his chart-topping “One That Got Away” is the classic country heartbreak ballad “Her World or Mine.” “It’s been my favorite song on the album since it was a demo…” the Florida native tells ABC Radio. “I always knew that song was gonna be on the record…” “It spoke to me,” …

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Maelyn Jarmon wins ‘The Voice,’ handing coach John Legend his first victory

Trae Patton/NBCMaelyn Jarmon, the New York City waitress with perfect pitch, despite being deaf in one ear, ended her fairy-tale run Tuesday night by being crowned winner of season 16 of The Voice. Jarmon’s coach, John Legend, notched a victory in his debut season on the show, adding a The Voice championship to his EGOT …

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Lady A taps into the “Need You Now” magic with their new hit, “What If I Never Get Over You”

Big Machine Even though it’s only been out since Friday, Lady Antebellum‘s “What If I Never Get Over You” is already at #25 on Billboard‘s Country Airplay chart. Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley, and Dave Haywood all agree part of the reason is probably because it calls to mind their 2009 smash, “Need You Now.” “To me,” Dave explains, “this song just stands out …

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Kacey Musgraves will showcase “All of the Colors” at the Country Music Hall of Fame

ABC/Image Group LAKacey Musgraves’ new exhibit titled “All of the Colors” will open at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on July 2. The Nashville exhibit traces the life of the Texas native, including everything from a high school detention notice for causing “continuous classroom disruption” to the manuscript for “Slow Burn” from …

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Maren Morris reveals she’s a happy, healthy non-smoker as she covers “Women’s Health”

Columbia NashvilleMaren Morris is a happier, healthier “Girl” these days, after working on both her body and her mind, she reveals in the article that accompanies her June cover of Women’s Health magazine. In addition to watching what she eats and working out with Carrie Underwood’s trainer Erin Oprea, the Texas native has also given up smoking. “It used to …

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Still “Here for a Good Time”: George Strait adds second show in Kansas City

MCA NashvilleFor someone who’s officially retired from touring, George Strait continues to work plenty these days. In fact, demand to see the Country Music Hall of Famer in Kansas City, Missouri next year is so great, he’s adding another show. The second concert at Sprint Center will be Sunday, January 26, following his previously-announced Saturday set. Tickets …

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“Whiskey Glasses” and a mullet: Morgan Wallen’s “business in the front, party in the back” because of his dad

ABC/Image Group LA Right now, “Up Down” hitmaker Morgan Wallen has one of the most recognizable haircuts in country music, as he rocks a 2019 update on the classic mullet.  The East Tennessee native says you can thank his dad for his “business in the front, party in the back” style. “I started doing it …

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“God’s Country” rockets to the top for Blake Shelton

Warner NashvilleThis week, “God’s Country” becomes Blake Shelton’s fourteenth career number one on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, though it’s only been out eight weeks. It’s his first since “Sure Be Cool If You Did,” which spent five weeks atop the tally in 2013. “Honestly, I wasn’t even looking for songs or to go in the studio,” …

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You’ll have to wait a little longer for Luke Combs’ sophomore album, but “The Prequel” is coming

River House Artists/Columbia NashvilleLuke Combs’ new EP, The Prequel, will arrive on June 7, featuring his new hit, “Beer Never Broke My Heart.” It’s the follow-up to his double-platinum, debut album, This One’s for You, which is currently spending its 35th non-consecutive week atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. The Prequel features five new songs, all co-written by the …

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