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Matthew West Praises Anne Wilson Amid ‘My Jesus’ Success [EXCLUSIVE]

Matthew West believed in Anne Wilson long before her now very successful career began. The veteran Christian music singer began working with Wilson when she was just 17 years old, penning several songs with Wilson, and fellow songwriter Jeff Pardo, on Wilson’s debut My Jesus record, including the title track. Although Wilson didn’t have much success or many accolades…

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Lauren Alaina Is a Grateful Grand Ole Opry Member [EXCLUSIVE]

One of Lauren Alaina‘s biggest dreams came true earlier this year, when she was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. The American Idol alum officially became a member on February 12, inducted by Trisha Yearwood, who also invited Alaina to become a member. More than eight months after her induction, Alaina is still trying to absorb the significance of…

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Carly Pearce Finds ‘Big Validation’ In 5 CMA Awards Nods [EXCLUSIVE]

 Carly Pearce once watched the CMA Awards on TV, dreaming of someday winning one herself. The reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year will return on Wednesday, November 9, to try to claim another win in the category, along with four other categories she is nominated in. For all of her successes, especially within the last year, Pearce…

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The Young Fables Open Up About Their Winding Path to ‘Pages’ [EXCLUSIVE]

The Young Fables, a duo made up of Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford, almost didn’t happen. It took more than a few random moments that could almost seem like coincidences, if their personal and creative connection wasn’t so strong. “I was in China for six months, playing jazz and R&B,” Lunsford tells Everything Nash. “I was doing contract work,…

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Spencer Crandall Tells His Truth in ‘Western’ Album, Out Now

Spencer Crandall‘s ambitious Western album is out now. The 20-track record features 18 songs co-written by Crandall, along with covers of both Shania Twain‘s “Still the One” and Justin Bieber’s “Anyone.” The album showcases Crandall’s eclectic taste of music, which he brought together for one cohesive, and personal, project. “I’m such a fan of music and that’s why I…

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Chris Tomlin Talks Hosting the Dove Awards, His Legacy and More [EXCLUSIVE]

Chris Tomlin is quite used to performing in front of large crowds, but hosting is an entirely different ballgame. The Christian singer was joined by Erica Campbell, one-half of the gospel duo Mary Mary, in hosting the 53rd annual GMA Dove Awards, which airs on Friday night (October 21) on TBN. Although comfortable on stage, Tomlin admits that hosting…

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Jake Scott Reflects on ‘Outrageous’ Headlining Lavender Tour [EXCLUSIVE]

Jake Scott’s debut album isn’t even out yet, but his music is already making quite an impact. The singer-songwriter is currently headlining his Lavender Tour, which is taking him all over the country, with fans clamoring to hear his music. “It’s outrageous to me still,” Scott tells Everything Nash of his second headlining tour. “There is so much of…

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George Birge’s ‘Mind On You’ Almost Became a Jason Aldean Hit [EXCLUSIVE]

George Birge has a new hit single on his hands, and it’s a big one. The Texas native’s “Mind On You,” written by Birge along with Jaron Boyer, Michael Tyler  and  Colt Ford, is the most-added at country radio this week. The song’s success is an important validation for Birge, who came precariously close to having another big artist…

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Clay Walker Finds Strength While Dealing With Multiple Sclerosis [EXCLUSIVE]

Clay Walker was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, commonly known as MS, in 1996, in the middle of his reign as one of the biggest country music hitmakers of the decade. The 53-year-old has learned how to cope with the disease, and its often unrelenting symptoms, while continuing to make music and tour. “I’ve had it pretty much my whole…

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Steven Curtis Chapman Conquers Doubts With New Album, ‘Still’ [EXCLUSIVE]

It’s been 35 years since Steven Curtis Chapman released his debut album, First Hand, but he still has plenty he wants to say. The five-time Grammy Awards winner just released his new album, Still, a 12-track record that became a labor of love for Chapman. “I had to wrestle with a lot of doubts and a lot of insecurities…

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