Nicole Beals

Nicole’s News- March 18

May We All: A New Country Musical, co-produced by Florida Georgia Line‘s Brian Kelley, has announced it’s first list of dates. Along with the dates, they also announced a rotating list of guest artist who will step into the role of “Bailey Stone” during the world premiere. The musical was inspired by Florida Georgia Line’s hit single, May We All, and will include two new songs writte by Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard. It opens June 7 in Nashville.


Congratulations to Parker McCollum who has scored his second number one single. To Be Loved By You can be found on his album, Gold Chain Cowboy. Rumor has it, Parker and his fiance, Hallie Rae Light will tie the knot on Monday. The will dance their first dance to I Cross My Heart.


Chris Janson will release his new album, All In,  on April 29. It will include collaborations with Eric Church and Travis Tritt. Chris will be at the Ford County Fair on June 17th. Tickets went on sale this morning. Get details and tickets at fordcountyfair.org.

 

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