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NBC’S ‘MACY’S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS’ special to feature Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz and more

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NBC will air ‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special,’ hosted by Academy Award-winning actress/singer Ariana DeBose, live on Friday, July 4 from 8-10 pm ET on NBC, and simulcast live on Peacock. An hourlong encore presentation of the show will air at 10 pm on NBC.

The show will feature a star-studded lineup of special guests – including performances from The Jonas Brothers, Ava Max, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.

According to a press release, a 25-minute fireworks display featuring 80,000 shells and a projection show will follow, with Ahmir Thompson (better known as Questlove) and James Poyser producing the music for the fireworks display, which will be held at New York’s Brooklyn Bridge and the lower East River.

Will Coss, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks executive producer, said in a statement: “We light the sky and create tradition, bringing millions across the country together for shared experience and memory.”

Jen Neal, NBCU Entertainment’s executive vice president of live events and specials, commented on the special in a statement: “It’s the kind of unforgettable national live event that brings us together as a country while showcasing the power and uniqueness of both our NBC and Peacock brands.”

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NBC’S ‘MACY’S 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS’ special to feature Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz and more

Jonas Brothers perform at Global Citizen Festival NYC in Central Park New York^ NY - September 24^ 2022

NBC will air ‘Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Special,’ hosted by Academy Award-winning actress/singer Ariana DeBose, live on Friday, July 4 from 8-10 pm ET on NBC, and simulcast live on Peacock. An hourlong encore presentation of the show will air at 10 pm on NBC.

The show will feature a star-studded lineup of special guests – including performances from The Jonas Brothers, Ava Max, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.

According to a press release, a 25-minute fireworks display featuring 80,000 shells and a projection show will follow, with Ahmir Thompson (better known as Questlove) and James Poyser producing the music for the fireworks display, which will be held at New York’s Brooklyn Bridge and the lower East River.

Will Coss, Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks executive producer, said in a statement: “We light the sky and create tradition, bringing millions across the country together for shared experience and memory.”

Jen Neal, NBCU Entertainment’s executive vice president of live events and specials, commented on the special in a statement: “It’s the kind of unforgettable national live event that brings us together as a country while showcasing the power and uniqueness of both our NBC and Peacock brands.”

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Linkin Park shares visualizer for ‘Unshatter’

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Linkin Park kicked-off their 2025 world tour last month, and also dropped their new single titled “Unshatter” off the deluxe version of their comeback LP, FROM ZERO. This time, they’re picking up the pieces with a percussive, pop-rock number called “Unshatter.”

Frontman Mike Shinoda explained in a statement: “‘Unshatter’ was an early track we made while recording ‘From Zero.’  Emily’s huge vocal in the bridge was one of the moments that gave us an indication of what was possible together.”

The band’s extensive tour will span several months, wrapping up on November 11th in Brasília, Brazil. Alongside the spring dates in the United States, the itinerary includes a run through the UK and Europe, followed by a second North American leg starting in late July.

See the visualizer for ‘Unshatter’ – HERE.

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Nashville notes: Morgan Wallen's cover + Bailey Zimmerman's Diplo collab

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Blake Shelton‘s new music video for “Stay Country or Die Tryin'” is out now.

Morgan Wallen‘s cover of “Graveyard Whistling,” originally performed by British rock band Nothing But Thieves, is now available on Amazon Music. 

Bailey Zimmerman has just released “Ashes” with Diplo as the latest preview of his new album, Different Night Same Rodeo, which arrives Aug. 8.


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Ella Langley and HARDY's new duet has a twist

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Ella Langley‘s teaming up with HARDY on her new song, “Never Met Anyone Like You.” 

The “wait in the truck” hitmaker not only sings on the track, he co-wrote it as well. 

“This isn’t a love song,” Ella warned on her socials, along with what seems to be a sneak peak at its music video.

“This is one of my favorite songs I've been a part of in a really long time,” HARDY says. “I love the craft of songwriting, so anytime that we get to have a twist at the end of the song, it's my favorite thing in the world.”

“It was a write that wasn't even supposed to happen, which is a beautiful thing – we were caught off guard by our own creativity,” he adds. “Everybody in the room crushed it that day. I can't wait to see peoples reactions because I really do think it's one of the coolest songs I've been a part of.”

“Never Met Anyone Like You” is the first new music from Ella since 2024’s still hungover.

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Scotty McCreery celebrates new EP with 'A Bottle of Wine'

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Scotty McCreery‘s new EP, Scooter & Friends, features special appearances by Hootie & the Blowfish, Lee Brice and R&B legend Charlie Wilson.

“Back home everyone calls me Scooter,' so since I'm singing with a few of my favorite artists, I decided to call this project Scooter & Friends,” Scotty explains. “It's a fun collection of songs that are a little different from what I normally sing, yet they are still me. If the fans like it, maybe there will be a second volume in a few years.”

Hootie & the Blowfish contribute vocals to Scotty’s current hit, “Bottle Rockets,” while Brice joins him on “Whiskey Said.” Wilson’s on “Once Upon a Bottle of Wine,” which is out now.

Here’s the track listing for Scooter & Friends, which comes out July 18:
“Bottle Rockets” featuring Hootie & the Blowfish
“Swim Up Bar”
“Once Upon a Bottle of Wine” featuring Charlie Wilson
“Whiskey Said” featuring Lee Brice
“Holding Down the Honky Tonk” 

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Ella Langley, Corey Kent and more stoke the Auburn vs. Texas rivalry at Live at the Station

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Alabama native Ella Langley will be part of the party the night before the Auburn Tigers take on the A&M Aggies in College Station, Texas. 

She’s just one of the artists booked to play Live at the Station on Sept. 26 at Hearne Municipal Airport in nearby Hearne, Texas. 

The third annual event will also feature Corey Kent, Zach Top, Kolby Cooper, Bottomland and Andy Buckner.

Tickets are on sale now via AtTheStationFest.com.

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Koe Wetzel's ready to Riot in Houston

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Koe Wetzel‘s Riot Room is now officially a chain, with the opening of his second Texas honky-tonk. 

Koe Wetzel’s Riot Room officially opened on Brazos Street in midtown Houston on June 20, joining the original in Fort Worth. The 8,000-square-foot venue boast two levels and can accommodate a crowd of nearly 700 people. 

You can find out more about the new hot spot via its website, which includes a personal greeting from the “High Road” hitmaker. 

Koe opened his Fort Worth Riot Room in 2023. 

Koe continues to work a full slate of concert dates this summer, after kicking off Morgan Wallen‘s I’m the Problem Tour with two shows at NRG Stadium in Houston earlier in June. 

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Keith Urban and Tim McGraw champion women's golf

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Women playing golf in Music City? Keith Urban and Tim McGraw are here for it. 

The two superstars are both sponsors of the annual Music Row Ladies Golf Tournament, which will take place Aug. 18 at Old Natchez Country Club.

It’s the 38th year for the annual gathering, which raises money for United Cerebral Palsy of Middle Tennessee. Last year the event brought in more than $84,000, bringing its all-time total to more than $2.5 million.

You can find out more about the fundraiser online.

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Five people killed in passenger train collision with vehicle in Gary, Indiana

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Five people were killed after a train hit their vehicle when the driver allegedly went around the crossing gate in Gary, Indiana.

The incident took place just after 10 p.m. on Wednesday, near Highway 20 and Utah Street in Gary, Indiana, when a witness told Gary Police that the crossing gate for the oncoming South Shore train was down when the driver of the vehicle went around it to beat the train.   The Gary Police Department confirmed all five people inside the vehicle died. The identities of the victims were not released as of Thursday.

South Shore service was temporarily suspended but was up and running again as of Thursday morning.  The South Shore Line put out a statement regarding the collision:

“On June 25, 2025, shortly after 10 PM, South Shore Line Train #133 was traveling eastbound in Gary, Indiana, approaching the intersection at US 12/20 and 7th Avenue when a southbound vehicle bypassed lowered crossing gates and entered the path of the oncoming train.

Emergency responders were immediately dispatched to the scene. According to the Gary Police Department, the five occupants of the vehicle sustained fatal injuries. No passengers or crew members aboard the train were injured.

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragic incident. We remind everyone to never attempt to cross railroad tracks when signals are activated, and to always expect a train on any track from any direction at any time. South Shore Line services were temporarily suspended following the incident, but normal operations have since resumed. We will continue to cooperate fully with local authorities during their ongoing investigation.”

South Shore Line President Mike Noland confirmed that the passengers and crews on the train were not hurt, and added: “putting aside the fact we always want people to be extremely careful around trains and train tracks and to expect a train on a track at any time – there is a tragedy when five human beings are lost and our hearts go out to the family of the loved ones who experienced loss in this accident.”

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