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Miranda Lambert is celebrating the arrival of her new album, Crisco, in a big way. The country superstar will headline the opening night of Nashville’s newest live music venue, The Truth, for a special one-night-only performance.
And this isn’t just any show.
Located in Nashville’s Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, the 4,400-capacity venue will welcome Lambert as its inaugural artist for “Miranda Lambert: One Night Only,” an intimate celebration of Crisco featuring a 12-piece string section. The special performance will take place in the city that has played such an important role in Lambert’s creative journey and career.
The show is set for October 1, one day before Lambert’s new album arrives. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, Aug. 21, at 10 a.m. CT via thetruthnashville.com.
“It was magical to hear the way strings can transform a song when we were in the studio creating this record, and I can’t wait to bring that to life in an even bigger way with our full setlist,” Lambert shared. “We’ve never gotten to play that way on stage, and to have the opportunity to do it for the first time at the opening of a beautiful new venue right here in Nashville is going to be really special.”
Fans can expect a full set of Lambert’s award-winning hits, along with a preview of select tracks from her upcoming album.
The announcement comes after some intriguing clues began popping up around Nashville, giving fans a hint that something big was on the way. Disco ball-inspired saddles appeared at several spots around Music City, including a hand-painted saddle at Lambert’s Casa Rosa bar on Broadway.
The unexpected teasers tie directly into the world of Lambert’s Crisco, which blends the traditional energy of country dance halls with the glitzy, upbeat feel of disco.
Crisco Track List
1. Snakeskin Boots
2. Crisco
3. Cowgirl Curtsy
4. Two Things Can Be True
5. Cuttin’ Onions
6. Till The Going’s Gone
7. To Everything
8. Whiskey Business
9. Right Where We Left It
10. A Song To Sing (with Chris Stapleton)
11. I’ll Have To Say I Love You In A Song
12. Sunset Marquis
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On Sunday, Aug. 16, actress Hayden Panettiere passed away after being found unresponsive inside a residence in Greenville, South Carolina. Police responded to the home following a 911 call at approximately 1:51 p.m. local time.
Hayden Panettiere Dead at 36
According to reports, first responders attempted to revive Panettiere using advanced cardiac life support measures, but their efforts were unsuccessful. She was later pronounced dead at 36 years old.
Panettiere was known for several memorable roles throughout her career, including her work on NBC’s Heroes and in the film Remember the Titans. However, she became especially beloved among country music fans for her role as Juliette Barnes on ABC’s Nashville, where she showcased both her acting and singing talents.
As news of her untimely passing spread, fans, friends and fellow actors took to social media to remember the late actress and celebrate her life and career.
Charles Esten Recalls the First Time He Met Panettiere
Charles Esten, who worked closely with Panettiere throughout her time on Nashville, shared that he was “stunned and saddened” by the loss. In his heartfelt tribute, Esten also looked back on the first time he met Panettiere and the lasting impression she made on him.
“In a sound stage office in Hollywood, I was finishing up my very first NASHVILLE audition. I had read two Deacon scenes before pulling out my guitar and singing two songs. I said my goodbyes and, hoping I’d done well, went to open the door to leave. Instead of swinging all the way out, the door bumped into somebody. Kinda hard,” he wrote.
“To my complete surprise, It was Hayden Paniettiere, who – in full Juliette Barnes mode – had been listening with her ear to the door. Instead of looking even a little bit caught, her face instantly bloomed into the most beautiful smile. Eyes twinkling, she clapped her hands and said, ‘That was so good!!’”
Esten admitted that her words meant the world to him.
“I can promise you that in that moment, there was nothing in the world I needed to hear more than that. I told her that, along with my HEROES-watching family, I was already a big fan of hers, and that I was grateful for the very kind words. It was her turn to go in, so as I went to leave, I said a jokingly cocky, ‘See you on the set!’”
Fast forward, when Esten finally landed the role of Deacon Claybourne, he crossed paths with the actress again.
Panettiere and Esten Became ‘Fast Friends’
“I was, of course, many auditions away from landing that incredible role. But when I finally did, and showed up in Nashville to start work, she walked right up to me, pointed in my face, and with that magical grin said, ‘See you on the set!’”
Esten said he and Panettiere quickly became “fast friends,” sharing plenty of laughs and memorable moments on the set. Reflecting on her talent, personality and the friendship they built, he wrote:
“She was, of course, extraordinarily talented, infusing her larger-than-life character with all the heart, charisma, humor, whip-smart intelligence, and flat-out magic that were, alongside whatever troubles and pain she carried, a part of her own personal palette. What a great gift it was to act with her, sing with her, and to just be her friend. She was always extremely kind to my family, especially my wife, Patty, who I’m certain she liked even more than me.”
Esten said that he and his wife, Patty, are “heartbroken” and shared prayers for her family and those close to her.
Connie Britton Pays Tribute to Her ‘Nashville’ Co-Star
Connie Britton, who co-starred alongside Hayden Panettiere and Charles Esten on Nashville, also shared a heartfelt tribute to the actress, writing, “This was Hayden. Bursting with brilliance, shining so bright,” Britton wrote alongside a series of photos, mostly from the set of Nashville. “I have no words for this sad song. Just heartbreak. I love you girl. Sleep easy now. 💔”
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Although Kane Brown’s wife Katelyn was not able to be on site for his recent performance at The OC Smoke Show in San Juan Capistrano, California, he still found a way to make her part of the moment when it came time to perform their hit duet, “Thank God.”
As Brown prepared to sing the fan-favorite song, the crowd was noticeably upset to hear that Katelyn wasn’t there to join him onstage. Knowing how much fans love seeing the couple perform the song together, Brown decided to facetime his other half in front of the audience.
He jokingly pointed out that since it was 11:30 her time, the call would likely wake her up, thus getting him in some trouble, especially since she was battling the flu back at their house in Florida.
“It’ll be okay. I’ve been in timeout before,” he said.
The country star continued talking to the crowd before realizing that his wife had picked up. He held the phone to the microphone.
“Hi, babe. So they’re kind of upset that you’re not here. I told them you got the flu…I know you’re not going to, but can you turn the light on so they can see your face?”
@clintonleemurray Kane Brown FaceTiming his wife because the crowd was bummed she wasn’t there to sing “Thank God” 😂 🫶🏼 🙏🏻 #country #smokeshowfest #oc ♬ original sound – clintonleemurray
Katelyn seemed to hesitantly agree after jokingly telling him, “I’m going to kill you,” and turned the camera on, appearing in the dark room with a small light making her face visible on the phone. As usual, Brown made sure to tell his wife how good she looked even feeling sick and feeling woken up unexpectedly.
“Girl, I mean, you can never look bad. You look beautiful.”
He then asked her how she was feeling to which she replied, “not good,” earning some sympathy from the crowd. Brown explained that Katelyn has been since ever since he left to head out on the road a week and a half ago.
The couple said their “I love you’s” and ended the call. Brown said he would have normally asked her to sing her part in the song via phone if she didn’t have the flu keeping her under the weather.
He shared that it was a rare moment to see his wife and the mother of his children sick, describing her as “golden.”
“It’s like when I leave, the house falls apart because I’m a man and I hold my house,” Brown stated before quickly clarifying that he was just messing around. “I’m joking. I’m joking. She holds the house down. I’m just kidding. Don’t put me in jail, don’t put nothing TikTok.”
Brown proceeded to perform “Thank God” on his own this time and finished out the rest of his set. Fans who have had the chance to see the lovebirds perform “Thank God” together live are certainly lucky, as their chemistry both on and off stage makes the fan-favorite duet an especially memorable moment in every show.
The “Miles On It” singer currently has just three U.S. performances left in the year before kicking off 2027 with a run of shows across Australia in January.
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As a native Texan and lifelong lover of country music, Cody Johnson is no stranger to George Strait, and it’s no surprise that the King of Country Music is one of his biggest musical heroes. So when Johnson got the opportunity to share the stage with Strait at Clemson University’s Memorial Stadium, famously known as “Death Valley,” in Clemson, South Carolina, earlier this year, he made sure to soak up every moment.
During a recent conversation with Country Now and other outlets, Johnson reflected on the unforgettable experience of opening for the Country Music Hall of Famer and recalled the memorable conversation they shared after the show.
“I got to go sit on the bus with George and have a 30 minute conversation about nothing. Really, we talked about golf. We talked about cattle, you know, and being from Texas,” Johnson recalled.
What happened next is something that will stick with the “Dear Rodeo” singer forever.
“To hear George Strait say to me like, ‘Son, you’re doing it the right way.’ Like, ‘Don’t change anything you’re doing here. You’re doing it the right way and man, I’m proud of you and you’re representing Texas, you’re representing country music well, you’re representing Cowboys well’ and it just meant the world to me,” Johnson shared.
According to Johnson, the conversation took an unexpected turn when he jokingly brought up his recent performance at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, where he set a new attendance record at NRG Stadium with more than 80,000 fans. The record had previously been held by Strait.
“So, I mentioned to him that, ‘Well, you know, I broke your record at Houston’ and he didn’t know. He said, ‘Do what?’ I said, ‘Yeah, I busted your record at Houston Rodeo at NRG Stadium.’ He said, ‘Well, I guess I’ll have to come back eventually and kick your ass.’ And I said, ‘I hope you do because I want to watch because that gives me a reason to come back.’”
And while Johnson may have gotten the last laugh by breaking Strait’s Houston Rodeo record, the real takeaway from their conversation was far more meaningful: hearing his longtime hero tell him he’s “doing it the right way.”
Looking back on the moment, Johnson laughed, “It’s been a pretty good year so far.”
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Kane Brown and Lauren Alaina may be longtime collaborators, but their friendship goes far beyond making music. Brown recently opened up about their close bond while co-hosting Country Countdown USA with Lon Helton over the weekend, stating that Alaina feels like “my little sister.”
The childhood friends have grown up together, and their shared love of music has developed alongside their friendship. They first collaborated on the 2016 multi-platinum duet “What Ifs,” which a appears on Brown’s self-titled debut album went on to become a chart-topping success, eventually earning an RIAA Diamond certification.
Nearly a decade later, their friendship remains just as strong and their latest collaboration come together with ease. When Helton asked Brown about being featured on “Never Been In Love,” he says he didn’t hesitate to return the favor to record a track for Alaina’s album this time around.
“It was real simple. She sent me a song. She said. ‘I did a song for your album, you gotta do one for mine.’ I loved the song.”
Brown goes on to say that Alaina made it “very easy” to work together, noting it only took “30 minutes out of my day” to do his part of the collaboration.
“Never Been In Love” was penned by Alaina with Ashley Gorley and Ben Johnson and is set to appear on her on her new album Stages, arriving August 28.The upbeat country love song finds the artists depicting the emotions of two people who have realized that everything they thought was love before was nothing compared to what they are experiencing now that they’re together.
“I’ve never been in love/ I swear I thought I was, but now it’s time the truth came out Oh/ I said it a thousand times/ Now I know I was lying/ I’ve never been in love ‘til now,” they sing.
In a recent statement regarding the song’s inspiration, Alaina revealed that she pulled emotions from the stage of life she is now and reflecting on the kind of love story she and her husband Cam Arnold share now compared to her previous relationships.
“I remember falling for my husband and feeling different than I’ve ever felt before. When you find true love and happiness, you realize how much you never had it in past relationships,” she explained.
Alaina went on to gush over her friendship with Brown, noting they have “come a long way from those two kids singing ‘What Ifs’ ten years ago.” Since then, so much has changed in their lives, with both artists now married and raising families of their own.
“I’m so excited to sing this song with my boy, Kane Brown…It’s so exciting to sing this song to celebrate the love we have with our spouses and children,” she added.
Lauren Alaina’s forthcoming album was produced by hitmakers Joey Moi and Ben Johnson, and is expected to dive into the defining chapters of her life while exploring coming of age, her time spent on Nashville’s Lower Broadway, starting a family and more. This fall, Alaina will take center stage on her headlining The Stages Tour, a career-spanning run that will give fans the chance to hear new songs alongside some of the anthems that have become staples throughout her career.
Meanwhile, Kane Brown has officially confirmed that a new album is in the works, but he has yet to reveal when we will get to hear the new music. He has three U.S. performances left in 2026 before bringing his music across Australia in January 2027.
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