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Cody Johnson says ‘Hello Lonesome’ as he heads to play with Strait

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Cody Johnson's new album won't arrive until June 26, but the CMA male vocalist of the year is rolling out a steady stream of new music in the meantime."Hello Lonesome" follows "I Want You," which came out two weeks ago."No... Read More.

Nashville notes: Joe Nichols’ ‘High Notes’ + Takoda Brice’s debut

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Joe Nichols' new track, "High Notes," is a nod to Hank Williams Sr. and shares its title with the name of Hank Williams Jr.'s 1982 album. It's the third preview of Joe's next record, following "Fighting the Good Fight" and... Read More.

Durand Bernarr talks switching gears to release ‘Bernarr.’

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Durand Bernarr honors his family legacy with his newly released album, Bernarr. It's a project he didn't originally plan to release, as he was working on a deluxe edition of his Grammy-winning album, Bloom."We thought that we were only doing seven additional songs... Read More.

The Rolling Stones continue to tease fans with possible new music

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

The Rolling Stones appear to once again be teasing fans.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers posted a 13-second video on Instagram that starts with a crumpled piece of paper that opens up to show their lips logo. The paper... Read More.

Win a trip to see Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco in New York City

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

He's got the book, she's helping promote it, and you could be there for it all.Spouses Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are teaming up for a special discussion event Sept. 18 to promote Benny's new book, F*** Failure. "We're gonna talk about life.... Read More.

Meredith Brooks is thrilled with Lizzo’s interpolation of her ’90s hit

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

If you weren't around in the '90s, you may not be aware that the title track of Lizzo's new album is based on an iconic song from that decade - a song that was pretty controversial in its day.The single, "Bitch," which Lizzo just... Read More.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences changes rules, makes stance on AI ahead of 99th Oscars

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced brand-new eligibility rules for the Oscars.Among the many new changes is a stance on performances created using generative artificial intelligence. The academy has declared that only acting performances "demonstrably performed by humans with their... Read More.

Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ gets wide theatrical release, moves to 2027

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Greta Gerwig's Narnia: The Magician's Nephew is getting a full theatrical release.Netflix has announced that Gerwig's film adaptation of the novel by C.S. Lewis will get a full, wide theatrical window. It's also switching release dates. The movie will begin sneak previews on IMAX... Read More.

Semi-truck driver accused of causing 8 crashes then trying to strangle other driver in road rage incident

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- A semi-truck driver has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly causing multiple crashes on a Chicago highway and then trying to strangle another driver, according to police.The alleged road rage incident occurred Tuesday morning on Interstate 57, Illinois State Police said.The... Read More.

New Music Friday: Chris Brown, Isaiah Rashad, The-Dream and more

Friday, May 1 by ABC News

Chris Brown previews his upcoming album, Brown, with the release of the new single "Fallin'" featuring Leon Thomas and vocals from Tank. In the accompanying music video, set in Virginia in 1952, Chris, Leon, Tank and... Read More.

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Cody Johnson says ‘Hello Lonesome’ as he heads to play with Strait

Nashville notes: Joe Nichols’ ‘High Notes’ + Takoda Brice’s debut

Durand Bernarr talks switching gears to release ‘Bernarr.’

The Rolling Stones continue to tease fans with possible new music

Win a trip to see Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco in New York City

Meredith Brooks is thrilled with Lizzo’s interpolation of her ’90s hit

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences changes rules, makes stance on AI ahead of 99th Oscars

Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew’ gets wide theatrical release, moves to 2027

Semi-truck driver accused of causing 8 crashes then trying to strangle other driver in road rage incident

New Music Friday: Chris Brown, Isaiah Rashad, The-Dream and more

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