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Nashville notes: ‘Sesame Street’ comes to the Opry + Connie Smith’s milestone

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

Country Music Hall of Famer Connie Smith will celebrate her 60th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry Aug. 20, with performances by her husband, Marty Stuart, plus Vince Gill, Chris Janson and more. Connie and the late Jean Shepard are the... Read More.

Deep Purple hosting listening party for Made in Japan super deluxe edition release

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

Deep Purple is set to release a new super deluxe edition of their 1972 live album Made in Japan on Friday, and they are giving fans a way to enjoy it together.The band is set to host a special Made in Japan listening party on Read More.

Set sail for yacht rock festival with Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross and more

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

It's really not such a long way to go to make it to the border of Mexico — and once you're there, you can enjoy a concert by Christopher Cross and his yacht rock cohort.Sunset Fest Cabo, taking place in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico,... Read More.

Old Dominion paves the way for ‘Barbara’ by picking up some new bling

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

Old Dominion previewed their new album, Barbara, Wednesday afternoon at Odie's in midtown Nashville — but not before they picked up a little extra bling. OD's label started the party by revealing three new RIAA certifications for the CMA and ACM group of the year.... Read More.

Taylor Swift spent ‘New Heights’ night in NYC with pals

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

We're not sure when Taylor Swift recorded the episode of New Heights that aired on Wednesday, but at the same time Swifties everywhere were glued to the podcast, she was stepping out in New York City.Page Six reports that Taylor... Read More.

‘Love Island USA’ host Ariana Madix to guest star on ‘St. Denis Medical’

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

I got a text! It says Love Island USA host Ariana Madix is coming to St. Denis Medical.NBCUniversal has announced that Madix will appear as a guest star in season 2 of the comedy series. She will play Dr. Emerson on the show.A video of Mekki Leeper on set and in costume... Read More.

T.I. and Tiny celebrate 15th wedding anniversary

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

T.I. gave fans a glimpse of his anniversary trip to Thailand celebrating 15 years of marriage to his wife, Tiny. He shared an Instagram Reel of their time in Phucket, where they overlooked the ocean, enjoyed a lobster dinner and swam."For... Read More.

Jon Pardi’s planning a major halftime show this football season

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

Jon Pardi's headed to Texas to play a major halftime show this football season.He'll be the entertainment at the 2025 Big 12 football championship on Dec. 6 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. You'll be able to watch the game starting at noon ET on... Read More.

The Joe Perry Project plays Aerosmith, Black Crowes & Stone Temple Pilots tunes at tour kickoff

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

The Joe Perry Project launched their North American tour in Tampa Wednesday night, treating the audience to a whole bunch of Aerosmith classics and more.Perry’s band is made up of his Aerosmith bandmate Brad Whitford; Buck Johnson, a member of Aerosmith's touring band since 2014; The Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson; Stone Temple... Read More.

Noah Kahan sets benefit concert and golf tournament in — where else? — Vermont

Thursday, August 14 by ABC News

It'll be getting on Stick Season in Vermont when Noah Kahan returns to his home state for a special charity event.This fall, the singer is hosting the first Folk & Fairways Benefit Concert & Golf Tournament to raise money for... Read More.

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Nashville notes: ‘Sesame Street’ comes to the Opry + Connie Smith’s milestone

Deep Purple hosting listening party for Made in Japan super deluxe edition release

Set sail for yacht rock festival with Kenny Loggins, Christopher Cross and more

Old Dominion paves the way for ‘Barbara’ by picking up some new bling

Taylor Swift spent ‘New Heights’ night in NYC with pals

‘Love Island USA’ host Ariana Madix to guest star on ‘St. Denis Medical’

T.I. and Tiny celebrate 15th wedding anniversary

Jon Pardi’s planning a major halftime show this football season

The Joe Perry Project plays Aerosmith, Black Crowes & Stone Temple Pilots tunes at tour kickoff

Noah Kahan sets benefit concert and golf tournament in — where else? — Vermont

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