‘Naomi Judd: A River of Time Celebration’: CMT Memorial’s Producers Tell How the Show Came Together in Seven Days

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticOlivia Rodrigo probably isn’t begging to be compared to Paul McCartney. No one would wish that on a superstar — we can call her that now, right? — who just turned 19 years three months ago.

Wynonna Judd has released her first single since the death of her mother – and musical partner – Naomi Judd, last month. On Wednesday, Wynonna announced the release of “Other Side” with indie group Waxahatchee.

Wynonna Judd has released her first single since the death of her mother -- and musical partner — Naomi Judd, last month. On Wednesday, Wynonna announced the release of “Other Side” with indie group Waxahatchee.“In the midst of everything that has happened, I said that I would continue to sing.

Robin Roberts left her fans in tears as she took to social media the morning after the horrific Texas school shooting.MORE: Robin Roberts' special tribute to partner Amber Laign you might have missedALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe Good Morning America host shared her morning wisdom video ahead of her appearance on the show, and couldn't help acknowledging the pain that many people were waking up to.VIDEO: GMA's Robin Roberts delivers bad news live on air"Good morning. Glam fam and I know that it is a difficult morning, and we're so glad you're here with us for the morning message," she said.She then delivered her message about processing and moving forward from things that shake us and as she recited the prayer, she started getting choked up and tried not to let the emotion overwhelm her.MORE: Robin Roberts' partner Amber talks about her health in rare video"Good morning…we know this is a painful and difficult morning for many.

Robin Roberts and her partner Amber Laign have been together for over 17 years now and are each other's constant support systems.MORE: Robin Roberts' partner Amber talks about her health in rare videoALSO: HELLO! launches Jubilee T-shirt collection to celebrate Queen Elizabeth in styleThe two have especially been instrumental in caring for each other through their health issues, having both also been diagnosed with breast cancer at different stages of their life.VIDEO: Robin Roberts enjoys snow day with partner Amber LaignHowever, each morning, Robin has delighted and provided peace to her fans with the help of her morning wisdom videos with her glam team, sharing an inspirational message and prayer to take them through the day.The clips are shared on her Instagram right before she's due to appear on Good Morning America, and they include a sweet tribute to Amber you might've missed.MORE: Robin Roberts shares heartbreaking details from Naomi Judd's memorial serviceAfter sharing the message, Robin and her team would recite the prayer, ending with: "In Jesus name, amen."She would then, without fail, turn to her desk and press on a buzzer there, affectionately referring to it as "Sweet Amber" as a way to acknowledge her partner's presence.Robin's buzzer acts as a special nod to "Sweet Amber"A few fans have noticed and even taken to the comments section to share praise and well wishes for both Robin and Amber.The ABC star shared the news that her longtime partner had been diagnosed with cancer back in February, mentioning that she would be going through rounds of chemotherapy as well.MORE: Robin Roberts shares emotional family update on Mother's DayMORE: GMA's Robin Roberts says she's 'so grateful' as she makes career

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticAerosmith singer Steven Tyler has entered rehab, necessitating the cancellation of a run of shows in Las Vegas this summer, the veteran band announced on social media Tuesday.The group said in a joint statement that Tyler, whose previous experience with rehab is well-known, relapsed as a result of dealing with pain management in the process of having foot surgery.Refunds for the concerts, part of the group’s “Deuces Are Wild” residency at the Dolby Live theater at Park MGM, will be automatically processed through Ticketmaster or can be obtained at the point of purchase, the band said. The announcement added that a further set of residency shows is expected to proceed beginning in September.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticA tour by the band Bright Eyes that has led fans to express concern over the erratic behavior of frontman Conor Oberst reached its most provocative point yet Sunday night, as the singer was described as taking leave of the music after just a song and a half. The remaining musicians invited fans onto the stage to fill in, karaoke-style, for a number of tunes before the show was canceled altogether and refunds offered.The fun of the impromptu karaoke notwithstanding, the Houston concert may have represented a nadir for a tour that has seen Oberst’s fans lament his behavior at numerous stops along the way, although other dates seem to have come off without much of a hitch.“Conor was in awful shape,” reported one Houston fan on social media, in a reaction typical of dozens of posts coming in from concertgoers on the scene.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music CriticFor music fans in Music City, it’s a weekend of sad and possibly promising news. Developers have announced a plan to build a $40 million amphitheater and adjacent entertainment complex in Murfreesboro, a city within easy driving range of Nashville.That may or may not assuage any of the letdown that Nashvillians are feeling over the closure this week a venue complex that has been an integral part of the city’s music scene for 19 years, with the Mercy Lounge, Cannery Ballroom and High Watt all going dark after the operator and landlord couldn’t come to terms.

After the tragic death of her mother and musical partner Naomi Judd, Wynonna Judd has announced she will be moving forward with the Judds' The Final Tour.The country duo announced The Final Tour just last month, prior to Naomi's passing, but now the shows will feature tributes to Naomi and her musical legacy with Wynonna, according to Variety.The concerts will include appearances by Brandi Carlile, Faith Hill, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Ashley McBryde, and Trisha Yearwood. Moving on:After the tragic death of her mother and musical partner Naomi Judd, Wynonna Judd has announced she will be moving forward with the Judds' The Final Tour; Wynonna and her mother Naomi pictured in 2010'I am humbled, once again, by the loyalty of the fans who have been with us for 38-plus years, who continue to show up for me when I need them the most.

The show must go on. Wynonna Judd is moving forward with The Judds’ fall tour as scheduled following her mother and bandmate Naomi Judd’s death in April.

Naomi Judd will be honored as The Judds' final tour continues after the country music star's death. Just weeks before her death, Naomi and daughter Wynonna Judd reunited at the CMA Awards for a performance.The duo also announced they were going back on tour for the first time in 10 years.  "The Final Tour" is now set to begin Sept. 30 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and end on Oct.

Prior to the April 30 passing of Naomi Judd, mother-daughter duo the Judds had announced that they’d be hitting the road for the first time in over a decade.

Wynonna Judd will follow through with the previously announced upcoming tour she had planned with her late mother Naomi Judd, and will welcome a series of big-name guest stars to participate including Brandi Carlile, Faith Hill, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Ashley McBryde and Trisha Yearwood.

Wynonna Judd will have a lot of support on hand as she embarks on The Judds' final tour following her mom, Naomi Judd's, death. The 11-date arena tour will feature star-studded tributes to Naomi from fellow artists including Brandi Carlile, Faith Hill, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Ashley McBryde, and Trisha Yearwood.“I am humbled, once again, by the loyalty of the fans who have been with us for 38+ years, who continue to show up for me when I need them the most," Wynonna said in a press release on Thursday. «I am grateful that we will continue to honor The Judds legacy, together.»Naomi's widow, Larry Strickland, also said in the release that he is «so happy that in this time of grief for us all, Wynonna has agreed to move forward with this tour as my sweet wife Naomi would have wanted her to do.”McBride will open select shows, followed by Wynonna who will sing her own hits as well as The Judds' songs.

William Earl Country singer Wynonna Judd has announced that she will carry on with The Judd’s “The Final Tour,” despite the death of her mother and musical partner Naomi in April. The dates will now include tributes to her mother and their musical legacy, with appearances by artists such as Brandi Carlile, Faith Hill, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Ashley McBryde and Trisha Yearwood.

Wynonna and Ashley Judd thanked fans who stood by their mom, Naomi Judd, at CMT's "Naomi Judd: A River of Time" memorial special on Sunday — and have spoken out a few times to honor the late country music star since she died in April.  Over the weekend, the Judd daughters referred to their late mother as "a salty single mama" before thanking their family therapist for making the ceremony "a little lighter." The memorial was held at the Rynman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee, and was hosted by Robin Roberts. Wynonna and Ashley sat beside Naomi’s husband, Larry Strickland, who spoke out about her death for the first time.  Ashley Judd, Wynonna Judd and Naomi Judd during Wynonna Judd Press Event at The Ritz Carlton in Pasadena, CA, United States.

Larry Strickland is paying tribute to his late wife Naomi Judd.

Reba McEntire is returning to the small screen after making a bold announcement about the future of her career. The singer and actress has just been named as a series regular in the third season of Big Sky. MORE: Reba McEntire shares she is having a 'lot of fun' wth boyfriend Rex LinnReba will play Sunny Brick, the matriarch of the Brick family and according to Deadline, her character is "a successful backcountry outfitter with a secret history of missing customers."WATCH: Reba McEntire reveals how she met her boyfriend Rex LinnBig Sky was created by David E. Kelley and based on The Highway book series by C.J.

Naomi Judd left Kimberly Williams-Paisley with a gift before she passed. Williams-Paisley recounted to Fox News Digital a special moment she shared with the late musician. "Naomi Judd was always very sweet to me.

Wynonna and Ashley Judd thanked fans who stood by their mom, Naomi Judd, at CMT's "Naomi Judd: A River of Time" memorial special on Sunday — and have spoken out a few times to honor the late country music star since she died in April.  Over the weekend, the Judd daughters referred to their late mother as "a salty single mama" before thanking their family therapist for making the ceremony "a little lighter." The memorial was held at the Rynman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee, and was hosted by Robin Roberts. Wynonna and Ashley sat beside Naomi’s husband, Larry Strickland, who spoke out about her death for the first time.  Ashley Judd, Wynonna Judd and Naomi Judd during Wynonna Judd Press Event at The Ritz Carlton in Pasadena, CA, United States.

A fitting tribute. Naomi Judd‘s husband, Larry Strickland, talked about the country singer’s legacy while recalling her final days in an emotional speech.