“Sunrise, Sunburn, Sunset” and the stars: Luke Bryan plans a special treat for his L.A. fans

Capitol NashvilleIf you’re lucky enough to have tickets for Luke Bryan’s What Makes You Country stop this Saturday at Dodger Stadium, the American Idol judge wants to give you a special souvenir…and possibly even a seat upgrade. The Georgia native is partnering with the website The Night Sky to give fans an exclusive digital poster of the stars over Los …

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Unexpected moments as a “Desperate Man”: Eric Church reveals his near-death experience

Joe Pugliese for Rolling StoneEric Church is underwater, dressed in black with a guitar to match, submerged in the bright blue water of a pool on the cover of the new Rolling Stone. You can even check out how the fun photo shoot was done in a new behind-the-scenes video. But inside the magazine, the Chief gets …

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Love is Alive: Carly Pearce and Michael Ray pour on the PDA on social media

ABC/Image Group LA Since Carly Pearce and Michael Ray revealed their romance to the world last week, they haven’t been shy about showing their affection on social media. On Wednesday, Carly shared a photo of Michael kissing her on the cheek, as the two posed in front of the iconic sign at the entrance to Dolly Parton’s Pigeon Forge, Tennessee theme park. …

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Watch now: Scotty McCreery re-lives his wedding day in emotional “This Is It” video

Krista Stevens & Amber Beasley for Six Foot PhotographyIf you can make it through Scotty McCreery’s video for “This Is It” without shedding a tear or two, you’ll be doing better than its star. The American Idol winner begins to tear up almost from the beginning of the new clip, which captures his wedding a little more than …

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Reba McEntire set to be a Kennedy Center Honoree this December

ABC/Mark LevineReba McEntire will join the esteemed ranks of Kennedy Center honorees this year, as she’s celebrated alongside Cher and the creator of the Broadway musical Hamilton in Washington, D.C. in December. “Country music songstress Reba McEntire has inspired us over four decades with her powerhouse voice and music that conveys heartfelt, heart-warming honesty,” the John F. Kennedy for the …

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Keith Urban’s on a mission to give Merle Haggard his first #1 since the 80’s: “It’s just about time, I say!”

ABC/Randy HolmesEven though Keith Urban grew up in Australia, Merle Haggard’s music was such a part of his formative years that it inspired his latest hit, “Coming Home” — the song kicks off with a sample of Merle’s classic “Mama Tried.” And as the second single from Graffiti U nears the top of the chart, the Aussie is particularly excited …

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Little Big Town offers Lemon:Aid to cure your “Summer Fever” on The Bandwagon Tour

Live NationIf you’ve got “Summer Fever,” a glass of lemonade would probably taste pretty good. Little Big Town is making that easy for you, and helping out a good cause at the same time. Fans who go to see the CMA Vocal Group of the Year and Miranda Lambert on The Bandwagon Tour will spot Lemon:Aid Stands at the …

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Dan + Shay’s wives leave them “Speechless” and inspire new single

ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay can thank their brides for their new single, “Speechless,” the follow-up to their #1, “Tequila.” “‘Speechless’ is definitely inspired by our wives,” Shay Mooney reveals. “It’s very cool to release songs that are not only stories of our lives but also very personal experiences.” “Seeing our wives for the first time in their …

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“Dream Chasers” The Judds to be honored with new exhibit at Country Music Hall of Fame

Country Music Hall of Fame and MuseumLegendary duo The Judds will be immortalized in a new exhibit opening next month at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The display, titled Dream Chasers, will debut August 10 in Nashville. “The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is sacred ground, regarded with reverence and respect,” Naomi Judd reflects. “I am …

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FGL passes George Strait at the biggest hitmaker on “Billboard”‘s Hot Country Songs chart

ABC/Image Group LA Florida Georgia Line has now spent more time atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs tally than any other artist in the history of the chart, which debuted in 1958. FGL’s latest chart-topper, “Meant to Be,” extends their career-long reign to 90 weeks in total, topping George Strait, who previously held the record with 84 weeks at …

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