Nicole Beals

Nicole’s Nashville News- July 16

Miranda Lambert has added some shows to her schedule. Most of them in July and August but there are some fall dates as well as she could not be happier. Miranda is rehearsing today and will be back on the road starting tomorrow.

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Dan + Shay‘s fourth album is ready to go. Good Things will be released August 13 and the guys say they have never been more excited for anything in their lives. The album will include the duo’s hit singles 10,000 Hours, I Should Probably Go To Bed and Glad You Exist.

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Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani surprised fans in Oklahoma with a pop up show. The newlyweds showed up at Blake’s bar and restaurant Ole’ Red on Thursday night. Blake sent a Tweet out to fans inviting to them a free concert, that served as a rehearsal for his upcoming Friends and Heroes tour.

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