Steve Nedved

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Dear COVID-19: Thanks for the best vocals of Lee Brice’s career

CurbIf you check out Lee Brice‘s fifth studio album, Hey World, you’ll find huge hits like “One of Them Girls” and “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” his duet with Carly Pearce — and what’s likely some of the best singing of his career. Ironically, the COVID-19 pandemic is to thank, since the virus made it safer to work at home than going to a …

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Devin Dawson sets his sights on a simple legacy in “He Loved Her,” a tribute to his grandfather

Warner Music Nashville/Atlantic RecordsDevin Dawson tells the story of a simple life, well-lived, in “He Loved Her,” which is on the track list of his forthcoming The Pink Slip EP. The song’s story line is a tribute to the singer’s grandfather.  Devin says that it’s one of the most important tracks he’s ever written. “It’s …

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FGL makes history with diamond certification of “Meant to Be”; may be back on the road in the “late spring”

John ShearerThursday night, Florida Georgia Line and a few dozen of their closest music industry pals jumped on Zoom to celebrate a record-breaking achievement. With the Diamond certification of their hit “Meant to Be,” the duo is now the only country act in the 62-year history of the Recording Industry Association of America to have …

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Jimmie Allen celebrates a doo-wop Christmas with Louis York, the Shindellas in “What Does Christmas Mean”

BBR Music Group/Weirdo WorkshopJimmie Allen dropped his first-ever holiday release today, and it’s a fun, doo-wop tune called “What Does Christmas Mean.” The duet finds Jimmie joining forces with songwriting and production duo Louis York as well as Nashville-based trio the Shindellas to create a sparkling toast to throwback Christmas magic. The festive track includes …

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Jason Aldean, Lady A + Thomas Rhett sign on for ‘St. Jude Gifts That Give’ auction

Courtesy of ALSACJason Aldean, Lady A and Thomas Rhett are all auctioning off one-of-a-kind fan experiences to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital this holiday season. Now through December 3, you can bid on unforgettable moments with the stars, such as a pre-show dinner with Thomas, a backstage champagne toast with the band mates of …

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“It’s About Time” for a party, as Russell Dickerson pops the top on a fun Florida Georgia Line duet

Spencer CombsRussell Dickerson kicks things into high gear with “It’s About Time,” an uptempo and fun-loving new tune featuring none other than his country superstar buddies, Florida Georgia Line. The singer says that when it comes to a song like this one, no one else could get the party started like the band mates of …

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Chris Young and Kane Brown shout out their “Famous Friends” in fast-paced new duet

Sony MusicChris Young and Kane Brown are bragging on their “Famous Friends” in a new duet release — but these friends aren’t country music royalty or Hollywood stars. Instead, the new song celebrates hometown legends, the kinds of people that everybody in a small town knows and loves. From the police officer who always lets …

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“As promised,” Morgan Wallen drops three new ‘Dangerous’ songs, including the personal “Livin’ the Dream”

Big Loud Records/Republic RecordsWhen he announced his massive new double album, Dangerous, for release January 8, Morgan Wallen assured fans that he’d offer up a bunch of new songs leading up to release day instead of dropping all of them at once. Now, he’s making good on that promise, sharing three brand-new tracks: “Somebody’s Problem,” …

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“Christmas Isn’t Christmas” without another original holiday song from Dan + Shay

Warner Music NashvilleDan + Shay are keeping the holiday hits rolling today with another new festive original release, “Christmas Isn’t Christmas.” The duo’s newest song is a poignant, piano-driven ode to spending time with family during the Christmas season, a subject that the band mates say is close to both of their hearts. “‘Christmas Isn’t …

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It’s ‘Pardi Time,’ as Jon and Summer finally make it to the altar this weekend

ABC More than a year since Jon Pardi proposed to longtime girlfriend Summer Duncan during his concert at the Ryman Auditorium in October of 2019, he now has a date at the altar this weekend.  Originally set to tie the knot in Montana in May before the pandemic intervened, the couple will now say their vows at a much smaller …

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