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The CMA Fest audience told Blake Shelton ‘Ol’ Red’ was a hit

Friday, June 19 by ABC News

Blake Shelton's just one of the many country superstars you'll see Thursday night on ABC's annual CMA Fest special. The "Let Him In Anyway" hitmaker traces his first CMA Fest appearance to 2001, and he has a significant CMA Fest memory he associates with... Read More.

Garth Brooks sets Summerfest in motion, with Megan Moroney and Nate Smith still to come

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

Summerfest is now officially underway along Milwaukee's Lake Michigan waterfront, after Garth Brooks' two sold-out shows Tuesday and Wednesday.His 20-song set included "The Beaches of Cheyenne," "Two of a Kind, Workin' on a Full House" and "The River," plus a cover of Bob Seger's... Read More.

Nashville notes: Niall Horan’s Opry debut + Charlie Worsham’s indy album

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

If you've been meaning to check out the Lainey Wilson exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum but haven't done it yet, time is running out. Lainey Wilson: Tough as Nails is scheduled to finish its run Sunday, June 28, after... Read More.

‘Signs’ point toward a romantic new tune from Luke Bryan

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

We're getting a better picture of what Luke Bryan's new album, Signs, will be like. The first taste of the record came in February with "Word on the Street," which doubles as the name of his summer tour. Luke's current top-20 hit, "Country and... Read More.

Enjoy Eric Church’s July Red Rocks shows from the comfort of home

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

If you couldn't get tickets to Eric Church's three sold-out concerts at Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre in July, there's now a way for you to see the shows. All three nights will stream live on the concert platform nugs; each show is expected to... Read More.

Rock & Roll Denim turns Koe Wetzel into a fashion entrepreneur and model

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

If you've never thought of Koe Wetzel as a full-fledged fashion icon, it may be time to start. The "High Road" hitmaker is partnering with Rock & Roll Denim for his own summer menswear line. The limited-edition collection includes caps, T-shirts, polos and TEK... Read More.

Little Big Town’s Carousel gig in Colorado

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

Little Big Town's headed to Colorado to play the 40th anniversary of The Carousel Ball this fall. The Oct. 3 gala at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel raises money for the Colorado-based Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes."We are honored to welcome Little Big Town... Read More.

Megan Moroney’s playing doctor and she’s here with your ‘Medicine’

Thursday, June 18 by ABC News

"Beautiful Things" is Megan Moroney's latest hit to float down from Cloud 9 and ascend to the top five of the country radio charts. But if you look at the other end of the ranking, there's another track from her latest album that's just... Read More.

Shania Twain’s full-circle moment with Tanya Tucker honors her mom

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

"According to my mother, I'm the next Tanya Tucker, I'm gonna be a star," Shania Twain sings in a sneak peek at the title track of her new album, Little Miss Twain. The pop/country icon shared the preview alongside a... Read More.

Nashville notes: Redferrin’s ‘Crazy’ video + Maren Morris’ ‘Hard Liquor’

Wednesday, June 17 by ABC News

The visualizer for Maren Morris' "Hard Liquor and Soft Rock" drops Thursday at 9 a.m. CT. The newly recorded song was written during the sessions for her debut album and will be included in HERO: A Second Wind, which drops June 26.The next preview... Read More.

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The CMA Fest audience told Blake Shelton ‘Ol’ Red’ was a hit

Garth Brooks sets Summerfest in motion, with Megan Moroney and Nate Smith still to come

Nashville notes: Niall Horan’s Opry debut + Charlie Worsham’s indy album

‘Signs’ point toward a romantic new tune from Luke Bryan

Enjoy Eric Church’s July Red Rocks shows from the comfort of home

Rock & Roll Denim turns Koe Wetzel into a fashion entrepreneur and model

Little Big Town’s Carousel gig in Colorado

Megan Moroney’s playing doctor and she’s here with your ‘Medicine’

Shania Twain’s full-circle moment with Tanya Tucker honors her mom

Nashville notes: Redferrin’s ‘Crazy’ video + Maren Morris’ ‘Hard Liquor’

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