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Be Warned - Hardy's "Gin & Juice" Is Out: We didn't see this one coming. Country/rock artist Hardy is dipping into classic rap, taking a swing at Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg's "Gin & Juice." It’s seemingly in partnership with the hip hop duo's new premium spirits brand "Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop." About the song, Hardy said on Instagram, "I’m still in disbelief, but I am so stoked to announce that I recorded my version of this classic record for the short film Gin and Juice with the blessing of Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg themselves." The song is a countrified version with some altered (and still NSFW) lyrics. Check out Hardy's NSFW version of the song here.
Will Smith's T-Shirt Sparks Exchange With Reba: Earlier this week, Will Smith posted a pic on Instagram of him and Martin Lawrence on set for their upcoming film "Bad Boys: Ride Or Die" that features the two of them trying to "blend in" (we guess?) when dealing with some good ol' boys. Smith has on a vintage Reba McEntire concert t-shirt. Big Will tagged Reba in the post, captioning it "@reba, rate my ‘fit? And I don’t wanna hear any jokes @martinlawrence." Reba answered right back: "On a scale of 1 to #fancy, you ain’t letting me down with that tee @willsmith! @martinlawrence need me to send you a matching one?" the singer commented back. Lawrence weighed in the exchange as well with, "@Reba You already know!"
"Kickoff Jam" Music Festival Books Huge Names: Panama City Beach, Florida will be "Country Music Central" Labor Day weekend. Just announced: the "Kickoff Jam," a concert event featuring 18 different country acts, including some of the biggest names in country music history. Over the course of three days, fans will see Alabama, featuring a special appearance from Randy Travis; Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Jamey Johnson, Tyler Farr, Gavin Adcock, Pam Tillis, Catie Offerman, NEEDTOBREATHE, Lauren Alaina, Restless Road, Carter Faith, Kayley Green, Allie Colleen, Mackenzie Carpenter, Rhett Akins, The Oak Ridge Boys, and Randy Houser. The event runs from Friday, August 30 to Sunday, September 1. Three-day passes for Kickoff Jam range from $299 to $1399 and will be available beginning at 10 a.m. CT on April 24 at KickoffJamPCB.com.
Chris Young Tapped As Headliner For Nashville's July 4 Concert: Nashville's free "Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th" concert has picked up some real star power, naming Chris Young as the headliner for this year's event. Young will be joined by a multi-genre lineup that includes Yola, a six-time Grammy-nominated artist, songwriter, and actor; Girl Named Tom, a sibling trio who won "The Voice" in 2021; and Blessing Offor, a two-time Grammy Award nominee and GMA Dove Award winner.
The Teams Are Shaping Up For The 2024 Rock N' Jock Celebrity Softball Game: Every year the "Rock N' Jock Celebrity Softball Game" gets a little bigger, and the roster of celebrities a little more impressive. The charity event, happening alongside Country Music Fest in Nashville, will take place on Monday, June 3 at Nashville’s First Horizon Park. This year’s game will feature players such as Jelly Roll, Riley Green, Sam Hunt, Brett Young, ERNEST, Raelynn, Charles Esten, Mitchell Tenpenny, Chris Lane, Danae Hays, Julia Cole, Warren Zeiders, John Crist, Ashley Cooke, Shawn Booth, and Jeremy Looper. Additionally, Lee Greenwood will be on hand to perform “God Bless the USA” during the 7th inning stretch. The event is held to benefit Folds Of Honor Tennessee, an organization that is raising scholarship funds for America’s fallen and disabled service members and first responder’s families. To score tickets, visit the event's website.
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