Steve Nedved

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Lady Antebellum’s bubbly with upbeat new song, “Champagne Night”

ABC/Chris HolloLady Antebellum deliver a shot of positive energy with their new song, “Champagne Night.”  Lady A co-wrote “Champagne Night” during the season two premiere of the NBC show Songland Monday night with mentor and revered Nashville songwriter Shane McAnally and aspiring writer Madeline Merlo. The song raises a glass to a lively night at a hometown bar where the idea of “fancy” …

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Blake Shelton lets Gwen Stefani give him a quarantine haircut on live TV

ABC/Image Group LAIf you thought Blake Shelton‘s “quarantine mullet” was a sight, wait until you see what girlfriend Gwen Stefani did to it on live television. During Shelton’s interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the two discussed how they’re getting on with the COVID-19 pandemic, with the “God’s Country” singer referencing his “I drank today” hat. Shelton also touched …

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‘The Voice’ recap: Nick Jonas eats his own words as James Taylor takes on the task of Mega Mentor

Tyler Golden/NBCMonday marked the start of the Knockout Rounds on The Voice — the final step competitors must take before making it to the coveted live rounds. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Taylor served as this year’s “Mega Mentor,” joining coaches Kelly Clarkson, John Legend, Nick Jonas and Blake Shelton to mentor the artists as they head into their biggest challenge yet. With each …

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Even with his sixth number one in a row, Brett Young’s more grounded than ever, thanks to his daughter

ABC/Mark LevineBrett Young marks the sixth consecutive number one of his career this week, as “Catch” takes its place at the top of the country chart.  It’s his first chart-topper since his daughter, Presley Elizabeth, arrived October 21. The new dad admits his outlook on life is much different that it was when “Here Tonight” made it to number …

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Miranda Lambert shares photo of her and ‘Tiger King’ star Joe Exotic from 2017

ABC/Image Group LAMiranda Lambert just dropped a bomb on fans with a throwback photo of her and Tiger King star Joe Exotic. Miranda revealed on Twitter Monday that she had a brief encounter with the big cat enthusiast in 2017, not knowing who he was at the time. She explains that after Hurricane Harvey ravaged parts of her home state of …

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Miranda Lambert shares photo of her and “Tiger King’s” Joe Exotic from 2017

ABC/Image Group LAMiranda Lambert just dropped a bomb on fans with a throwback photo of her and Tiger King star Joe Exotic. Miranda revealed on Twitter Monday that she had a brief encounter with the big cat enthusiast in 2017, not knowing who he was at the time. She explains that after Hurricane Harvey ravaged parts of her home state of …

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Country Music Hall of Fame announces weekly online songwriter programs

Country Music Hall of FameThe Country Music Hall of Fame is bringing two of its beloved programs to social media in an effort to keep the music going during this time of social distancing. The museum’s weekly Songwriter Sessions will now move to Instagram Live beginning Tuesday, featuring a rotating cast of top Nashville songwriters who will …

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“Amazing Grace”: Ashley McBryde performs at Ryman Auditorium to honor COVID-19 victims

ABC/Image Group LAAshley McBryde commemorated Easter Sunday with an emotional performance of “Amazing Grace” shot at the Ryman Auditorium.  While careful to observe state and local guidelines, as well as the Ryman and Opry’s own rules, Ashley took to the revered Ryman stage to perform the hymn in honor of the lives lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.  …

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Brett Young hits number one with “Catch:” “This one feels extra special”

BMLG Records Brett Young has found himself in familiar territory: back at the top of the country charts.  The singer has scored his sixth consecutive number-one hit on the Billboard Country Airplay chartwith his most recent single, “Catch.”  The romantic tune that finds the singer quickly falling for the woman that’s caught his eye.  “I can’t believe we …

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Brett Eldredge meets “Gabrielle” in new single

Warner Music NashvilleBrett Eldredge is set to release his new single, “Gabrielle,” on Friday. Co-written by Brett, Ian Fitchuk and Daniel Tashian, the song is described as a “wistful” piano ballad that ponders the end of a relationship. Instead of feeling remorse, the singer wishes his former lover well as they go their separate ways.  “’Gabrielle’ is about a love …

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