Nicole Beals

Nicole’s Nashville News- March 30

The Battle Rounds began on The Voice last night. Kelly Clarkson was missing from the show and Kelsea Ballerini was in her chair. When the shows were filmed in February, Kelly was under the weather so she called Kelsea to fill in. Kelsea said when Kelly Clarkson asks you for a favor, you put all of those years of being a super fan to work.

Blake Shelton announced yesterday that he is preparing to release his first new studio album in three years. Body Language will be available on May 21.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream has announced the new Dolly Parton flavor will be Strawberry Pretzel Pie.  Salty pretzel streusel and red strawberry sauce in cream cheese ice cream. It will be available at online at the Jeni’s Scoop Shops beginning April 8.

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