Reba McEntire has a theory about the music that ends up on her albums.
Ive passed on some songs that were good songs, but they werent for me.
They were still looking for their rightful owner.
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I dont know if its the honesty that is more country, or that the songs are just incredible.
I dont know what it is, but….
It is more special.
Big Machine
The tune was co-written by Hannah Blaylock and McEntires niece Autumn.
True to her theory, she heard it several years ago but felt now was the right time.
I was thrilled to death that nobody else had gotten it, she says.
Theres just so many words in the English language, and people are writing songs all the time.
And she believes Wynette would approve.
I can just see her sitting there nodding and saying, You bet, this is really good.
There are some really talented women out there that havent been getting the attention thats due to them.
I think thats going to change, and this has always been cyclical.
I think its womens time coming up real shortly.
The stage and screen vet is also keeping her eye out for acting roles.
she says with a chuckle.
Because all they know me from is theRebaTV show.
I always get a big kick out of that.
She also still enjoys hosting awards shows.
McEntire returns for her 16th stint as emcee for the 54th ACM Awards Sunday April 7 on CBS.
I want the attention to be on the entertainers who are being honored and the people who are performing.
Im just there to keep the ball rolling, and see to it everybody is having a wonderful time.
Its a great lineup this year, its gonna be a wonderful show.
Among those slated to perform is McEntire herself, who will be singing Freedom from the new album.
Shes also looking forward to the the one-stop-shopping opportunity to hang with friends and meet newer artists.
I need to get around and do some visiting while Im there for the rehearsals!
The 54th ACM Awards air Sunday night at 8 p.m. on CBS.Stronger Than the Truthis out now.
