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In this corner from Vero Beach, FL Jake Owen. Jake took his Twitter page to the next level by giving fans the opportunity to share a drink with him, meet him for dinner or win concert tickets to a performance. With his tweets coming multiple times a day, he found ways to make all his fans interact.
And in this corner from Cleveland County, NC. The man I like to call the "King of Ping" Jimmy Wayne. Jimmy doesn't go anywhere with out his cell phone in close reach. Hence the picture attached. Jimmy stopped his show at the Country Music Hall of Fame during the CMA Fest to take a couple pictures of the crowd to send to his Twitter page. Jimmy keeps his fans entertained throughout the day with many, many, MANY posts and pictures. It could be his morning cup of coffee, his infamouse pool pose, or a goodnight kiss all curled up in bed. Either way you know that your going to get a chuckle when you open his Twitpic.
Today was the first day Jake has made more than one post. Lately we had only received one every other day since May. Does this mean that he is going to get back in the swing of things? Does Jimmy have some stiff competition now in the Twitter department? Who do you think will out tweet each other? Who ever comes out on top you know that your phones will be chiming away when they make their Tweets. May the best man win
Let The Twitter Games Begin Jake Owen vs. Jimmy Wayne
Labels: Jake Owen, Jimmy WayneReba Hitting The Dance Clubs?
Labels: Reba McEntire
Reba McEntire is set to release her first album since her switch to her new record label, Valory Music Company. Keep On Loving You, is set to hit stores on August 18. "I Want A Cowboy" a song off her new album, has been re-mixed into a dance song and is going to be released to country dance clubs next week. Go Reba!
Keith Anderson Back In The Ball Park
Labels: Keith Anderson
Milwaukee Brewers and New York Mets fans got an extra treat when Keith Anderson sang the National Anthem at at the June 29th,2009 game. The game was aired by ESPN. Keith must of felt right at home being back on the field. While in college Keith's baseball talent caught the attention of scouts from the Kansas City Royal. Unfortunatly a shoulder injury quickly put an end to a possible career with MLB, but Anderson stayed focused on his commitment to fitness, even coming in second in the Mr. Oklahoma bodybuilding competition.
KingBilly Visits The "Chicken Coop" While In Iraq
Labels: KingBilly
One of the bases KingBilly toured during their USO Tour was called JSS Mushada or The "Chicken Coop." This is because it was literally a chicken house that is rented from a farmer for us to create an army base inside of and around. This just goes to show that all the "chicks" flock to Donny. KingBilly played in the same area they had their beds, a kitchen, and computer stations. Everything else they did was outside the coop. It was the smallest base they visited by far. but definitely one of the most fun!!
Tim McGraw To Release New Album This Fall
Labels: Tim McGraw
This fall, Curb Records will release Southern Voice, Tim McGraw’s first studio album in two and a half years. Recorded in Nashville with his longtime producer, Byron Gallimore, Southern Voice is the follow-up to Let It Go, which debuted at No. 1 on The Billboard 200 in April of 2007. McGraw will support his new album with an extensive tour in 2010.
The lead single “It’s A Business Doing Pleasure With You” goes to radio today. Written by Nickelback’s Chad Kroeger and singer-songwriter Brett James (who has penned numerous hits, including “Jesus, Take the Wheel” for Carrie Underwood), “It’s A Business Doing Pleasure With You” is an uptempo, tongue-in-cheek tale about the price of love.
SOUTHERN VOICE, Tim McGraw’s first studio album in TWO AND A HALF years, scheduled for Fall 2009 release.
This fall, Curb Records will release Southern Voice, Tim McGraw’s first studio album in two and a half years. Recorded in Nashville with his longtime producer, Byron Gallimore, Southern Voice is the follow-up to Let It Go, which debuted at No. 1 on The Billboard 200 in April of 2007. McGraw will support his new album with an extensive tour in 2010.
“It’s A Business Doing Pleasure With You,” Album’s First Single, Goes To Radio Today
Lead single “It’s A Business Doing Pleasure With You” goes to radio today. Written by Nickelback’s Chad Kroeger and singer-songwriter Brett James (who has penned numerous hits, including “Jesus, Take the Wheel” for Carrie Underwood), “It’s A Business Doing Pleasure With You” is an uptempo, tongue-in-cheek tale about the price of love.
Tim just started a short tour this past weekend, and he’s performing a few new songs. Don’t miss it if you are in the area.
7/3/09 Lawton,OK Fort Sill
7/4/09 Dauphin, Manitoba,CA Dauphin's Countryfest
7/11/09 Cavendish,Prince Edward Island,CA Cavendish Beach Music Festival
7/16/09 Canandaigua,NY Constellation Brands Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center
7/17/09 Sarnia,Ontario,CA Rogers Bay Fest
7/18/09 Twin Lakes,WI Country Thunder
7/23/09 Eau Claire, WI Country Jam USA
7/25/09 Kelseyville,CA Konocti Harbor Amphitheater
7/26/09 Paso Robles,CA Mid-State Fair
7/31/09 Sweet Home,OR Oregon Jamboree
8/2/09 Camrose,CA Big Valley Jamboree
8/8/09 Detroit Lakes,MN WeFest
9/4/09 Allentown,PA Great Allentown Fair
City Of Hope Softball Game Raised Big Money
Labels: Celebrity Softball Challenge, CMA Music Festival
Last month’s City of Hope Celebrity Softball Challenge, held each year in conjunction with CMA Music Festival, raised over $100,000 for research, treatment and education for cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The Grand Ole Opry team defeated the After Midnite team. Stepping up to the plate to help the charity were notable Nashvillians and country music celebrities including Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Josh Turner, Jake Owen, Luke Bryan and many more.
Kristofferson Is The Next BMI Icon
Labels: Kris Krisofferson
Kris Kristofferson will be honored as a "BMI Icon" at the 57th annual BMI Country Awards, joining a list of past honorees that includes Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, James Brown and Crosby, Stills & Nash. Kristofferson will be honored with an "all-star musical tribute" at the awards show, which will be held Nov. 10 at BMI's Music Row offices in Nashville. The black-tie, invitation-only event honors the songwriters and publishers of the most popular BMI country songs of the previous year.
Congratulations Kris!
Josh Turner Welcomes New Bundle Of Joy
Labels: Josh Turner
MCA recording artist Josh Turner and his wife Jennifer welcomed their second son, Colby Lynch Turner, to the family on Friday, June 26. The Turner's are also parents to two-year-old Hampton.
"I'm just a proud daddy right now," said Turner. "Jennifer gave birth to another healthy baby boy. Hampton loves being a big brother and we're just one big happy family."
Turner has spent the last several weeks in the studio recording his fourth album. "My producer, Frank Rogers, jokingly told Jennifer that she needed to wait until we finished my record before she had the baby," recalls Turner. "We finished the album last Thursday at 6:00pm. After I got home, Jennifer went into labor and we were at the hospital by 10:30pm that night. Now that's what I call perfect timing."
MCA expects to release Turner's album this fall.
Results Are In
Labels: Poll Results
Last week after the CMT Awards I was left feeling rather disappointed. Even though they had a great line-up and personally thought the sound quality was terrible. So I took to the blog to find out what our readers thought of the show. The results are in, and the readers have spoken. Looks majority ruled that If I Hear Taylor Swift One More Time I Will Scream.
Very Pleased With The Show Cant Wait For Next Year 13%
Show Was Okay Could Of Been Better 10%
Pleased With The Show, But Needed Some Tweeks 6%
I Cant Believe I Wasted My Time 16%
If I Hear Taylor Swift One More Time I Will Scream 52%
Sorry Taylor!
We now have a new poll up for this week. We want to know who you think is the most over looked artist/group during the Award shows, and we will see next week what you think.
Newcomer Amanda Marsh Is Going Far
Labels: Amanda Marsh
Amanda Marsh is a country/rock singer/songwriter living on a farm in the heart of Southern California. She writes and record songs at her home everyday. Amanda was recently chosen to be a Rock Your Fashion artist for 2009 and teamed up with the renowned clothing designer Betsey Johnson! Amanda is co-starring with her brother, Travis, in the upcoming show, "Anywhere," directed by Patrick Norris (director of Gossip Girls, and Friday Night Lights) and Sergio Vasquez. The show also features Amanda and Travis Marsh's original music. Take a look at the first webisode
Amanda won the 2009 Mavric Music Award for "Song of the Year: Collaboration" for her song "Love is in the Details," featuring Magic Man! Amanda's DEBUT Album "Love is in the Details" is for sale on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon and in stores! I got to meet Amanda this year at the CMA Fest and she is just as sweet as she is talented. GotCountry will be bringing alot more news on Amanda in the near future. So stay tuned.
CMA Music Festival with Amanda Marsh
How Dierks Bently Spent His Last Day Down Under
Labels: Dierks BentleyDierks Bently was recently in Australia and documented how he spent his last day, surfing of coarse. Listen carefully Dierks wants to hold next years fan club party Down Under..now that is airfare I am willing to pay
Dierks Bently Is #1
Labels: Dierks Bentley
Dierks Bentley's hot new party song "Sideways" takes the No.1 spot this week on Billboard's Country Singles Chart. This make's Dierks second consecutive No.1 hit off his incredible album Feel That Fire, and his seventh career #1 hit.
"We've been kicking our show off with 'Sideways' and it gets the party started quickly! Thanks to all the fans that have fun, get wild and a little 'sideways' during our show because we feed off of that energy," says Bentley. "I can't wait for the No. one party for this one! I always said that this song would sound best blasting through boat speakers. We might just need to celebrate out at Party Cove!"
According to Country Aircheck's mid-year airplay report, Bentley trails only megastar Keith Urban as the most played male artist on country radio so far this year. Dierks is currently on tour with Brad Paisley on his "American Saturday Night" tour. For furture appearances and tour dates, visit here
Acts Already Announced For 2010 Country USA Festival
Labels: Country USA Festival, Taylor Swift
Toby Keith and Jason Aldean will perform at the Country USA Festival in Oshkosh, Wis., in 2010, according to event promoter Dan Liebhauser. The 2009 event concluded on Sunday (June 28) with performances by Jamey Johnson, Lady Antebellum, James Otto and Gretchen Wilson. According to the Oshkosh Northwestern, the festival may break its attendance record of 172,000 set in 2007, thanks in part to Taylor Swift's appearance there on Wednesday (June 24) to an audience of about 44,000. If you have ever been to one of these Festivals, than you know that traffic is a nightmare. On Wednesday night after Taylor's performance one of her tour buses jackknifed on one of the roads that was an exit for the festival grounds. Which made it nearly impossible for the 8000+ cars to leave.
Luke Bryan Will Be A Twittering Fool
Labels: Luke Bryan
Yahoo! Music will be hosting the first-ever Country Music Wednesdays on Twitter this Wednesday at 7/6c featuring Luke Bryan. All you have to do is follow Luke Bryan and Yahoo! Music to join the conversation. Sounds like fun to me
CMA Fest Is Coming To ABC This Summer
Labels: CMA Fest 09
If you couldn't make it to Nashville a couple weeks ago, no worries you can catch all the highlights from this year’s CMA Music Festival later this summer. ABC will air a three-hour concert special, “CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock,” on Monday, August 31st from 8-11 p.m. ET.
The special will feature performances from Kenny Chesney, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker, Sugarland, Taylor Swift and more artists to be announced soon.
Paisley Set To Play GMA Summer Concert Series
Labels: Brad Paisley
Attention Brad Paisley Fans! Join Brad on Good Morning America on July 3rd. Here are the details!
Audience Instructions for GMA Summer Concerts in Central Park
Audience should arrive at Rumsey Playfield in New York City's Central Park by 6:00 a.m. on the concert date. Audience will be accommodated on a first come first serve basis. The show airs from 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. A sound check by the performer usually takes place at 7:30 a.m. The concert usually starts at 8:30 a.m. The artist will perform 2-3 songs. The concert ends promptly at 9:00 a.m. and the concert audience is dismissed. Please bring an umbrella just in case it rains.
Wear comfortable shoes as you will have to stand.
New VIP Experience With Chuck Wicks
Labels: Chuck Wicks
Ever wanted to hang with a Rock Star on his tour bus? Now you can! Chuck Wicks is offering special VIP Concert Experience Tickets to many of his nation-wide tour dates. The tickets include an exclusive acoustic performance and meet and greet on Chuck's tour bus or backstage, a merchandise package with a CD, T-shirt, keychain, and 8x10, as well as a premium ticket to the show (tickets are applicable in most VIP packages.) Check out the available dates:
07/04/09 Charleston, IL Morton Park Red, White, and Blue Days Fest
07/11/09 Kennesaw, GA Cowboy's Club
07/13/09 Fort Wayne, IN Three Rivers Festival
07/17/09 Astoria, OR Liberty Theatre - All Ages
07/18/09 Redding, CA Win-River Casino Event Center - 21+
07/22/09 Snoqualmie, WA Snoqualmie Casino - 21+
07/23/09 Albany, OR Monteith Riverpark Festival
07/24/09 Madras, OR Jefferson County Fair
07/25/09 Hood River, OR Hood River County Fair
08/01/09 Bowling Green, Mo Pike County Fair
08/02/09 Toledo, OH Promenade Park
08/04/09 Lisbon, OH Columbiana County Fair
08/07/09 Carey, OH Carey Festival
08/08/09 Middlebourne, WV Tyler County Fair
08/10/09 Lucasville, OH Scioto County Fair
08/13/09 Dubuque, IA Cabaret at Mystique - 21+
08/14/09 Des Moines, IA Iowa State Fair
08/15/09 Sedalia, MO Missouri State Fair Grandstand
08/21/09 Raleigh, NC Lee Field at North Carolina State University
08/24/09 Union, ME Union Fair
08/27/09 Syracuse, NY New York State Fair
08/28/09 Lyndonville, VT Caledonia County Fair
08/31/09 Centre Hall, PA Grange Encampment Fair
09/03/09 Binghampton, NY Anderson Center Ampetheater
09/04/09 Chatham, NY Chatham Fair-Columbia County Fair
09/05/09 Rutland, VT Vermont State Fairgrounds Fair
09/06/09 Stoneboro, PA Great Stoneboro Fair
09/11/09 Norwalk, CT Norwalk Oyster Festival
09/17/09 Knoxville, TN Tennessee Valley Fair
09/19/09 Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma State Fair
09/22/09 Safford, AZ Safford Center for the Arts
09/23/09 Queen Creek, AZ Queen Creek Performing Arts Center
09/25/09 Denver, CO Grizzly Rose - 18+
09/26/09 Albuquerque, NM Tingley Coliseum
10/02/09 South Boston, VA Halifax County Fair
10/03/09 Marietta, GA North Georgia State Fair
10/16/09 Niceville, FL Mullet Festival Site
10/23/09 Clear Lake, IA Surf Balllroom
10/24/09 Chicago IL Joe's Sports Bar
11/03/09 Dothan, AL National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds
11/06/09 Fairhope, AL Oak Hollow Farm
There is more information on the VIP Experience page, so be sure to check out a VIP Experience Package near you!
When Pigs Swim.
Labels: Jewel, Ty MurrayOur friends at Nashville Gab came across this video. Apparently filmed by Ty Murray when he and Jewel were on an exotic vacation. Well folks it doesn't get anymore exotic than this. They are hanging off of their boat feeding bread to what Nashville Gab has dubbed "Sea Pigs". This is just so strange I am almost lost for words. Take a look and leave a comment to let us know what you think.
"Do I" Video Premeire
Labels: Amazon, Luke Bryan
The long awaited video for Luke Bryan's new single, "Do I", was premeired exclusively at Amazon. You can click here to watch the video and while you are there you will also have the opportunity to pre-order Luke's new album "Doin' My Thing" due out October 6, 2009. Come back to Got Country and leave a comment to let us know what you think of Luke's latest video for "Do I". Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Montgomery Gentry Video Of Their Induction Into The Grand Ole Opry
Labels: Montgomery GentryMontgomery Gentry were inducted as members of the Grand Ole Opry on June 23rd by Marty Stuart and Little Jimmy Dickens. Check out the video below of their induction.
Congrats guys!
Kellie Pickler On Turning 23
Labels: Kellie Pickler, Myspace
Kellie Pickler posted a "birthday" blog on her MySpace today. You gotta love a girl who can keep it real and can let you know when she likes something and when she doesn't. Kellie I have to tell say that the Starbucks Venti Iced Carmel Macchiato is my personal fav too and I am still pissed about the Secret deodorant thing too!
Hope y'all enjoy!
I'm sitting on the bus sipping on my 2nd Starbucks Venti Iced Carmel Macchiato reflecting on the past year...there are so many things that come to mind. Isn't it kind of crazy how much can happy in only a years time?!
I feel like I know myself better but I'm still learning. I found some closure in my life but still need more. I've built some bridges, torn some down. laughed. cried. made someone else laugh. made someone else cry. tried counting stars. still mourn the lose of my grandma Faye, sometimes I see her smile when I look in the eyes of Carolyn Holt (my"adopted mama") grew closer to my sister Courtney & my brother Eric. Hugged my Dad. forgave. read some incredible books. reading a good one now. only had to change my number once. became a vegetarian. did another USO tour. got another tattoo. prayed for myself & for others. heard some great songs. heard some bad ones. wrote some good songs. wrote some bad ones. made some friends. lost some friends. still have my best friend (Summer). got pissed off cause they discontinued my favorite deodorant...(note to self:contact Secret Deodorant). sang 9 to 5 with Dolly. talked my way out of a ticket. seen love. touched love. gained love. lost love. wished I could touch a rainbow. had my feelings hurt. hurt someone else's. got addicted to twitter...twitter.com/therealpickler
found out John Cusack and I were both born on June 28th, sorry I had to brag, big fan. saw Reese Witherspoon at the CMA's, still mad at myself for not asking for a picture...love her. told Ellen that I wanted to lick Clint Eastwood's face. I still want too. still trying to figure out how I am going to meet him. bought some shoes, imagine that. got drunk. hugged a toilet. got a paper cut. cussed. asked for forgiveness. been happy. been depressed. still trying to let my hair grow out, probably get it cut soon. seen some great movies. seen some bad ones. made fans & probably lost fans. talked to God. got kissed. gave a kiss. ate a hershey kiss...ok, a lot of hershey kisses. ran my bike into a tree. ouch. sat under an umbrella on the beach. saw God when I saw the ocean. slid down a water slide. gotta big wedgie. heard some stupid sh*t. said some stupid sh*t. I know some of you are mad because I said sh*t. asked for forgiveness, again. helped someone. had someone help me. almost got in a fight cause someone tried to steal my shoes. seen Spongebob Square pants enough to last a lifetime. thanks Eric. done so many concerts that I've lost count. doing another one tonight, not complaining. fell in love with the road. I still think Aimee Mayo and I are long lost sisters. learning to have patience. still pissed about the deodorant. saw a tornado. almost pissed my pants. bought some killer sunglasses. lost them. got mad. got over it. bought some more. stepped in a lot of dog poop (arn't you proud I didn't say sh*t.) oops...sorry, I said it again. Moomoo (my dog) is finally house (bus) trained. thanked the Lord. took a lot of pictures. read somewhere that I had a face lift. so not true. I was only 22. ask me again when I'm 60. maybe my answer will be different. maybe it won't. sent a lot of flowers. been given a lot of flowers. asked for mercy for myself and mercy for others. went snorkeling for the first time, it was incredible. swam right over an eel, it was incredibly scary.
I could go on and on for days as you know but I have to get ready for another show. Speaking of shows...thank you so much to everyone who has come to a show, bought a CD, or just turned my song up on the radio. I love you.
Currently reading:
Letter to My Daughter
By Maya Angelou
Release date: 2008-09-23
TV Pitchman Billy Mays Found Dead
Labels: Billy Mays
Happy Birthday Kellie!
Labels: Kellie Pickler
What Julianne Did To Snag Chuck
Labels: Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough
Chuck Wicks opened up to OK! Magazine about what made him fall hard for singer/dancer Julianne Hough.
Turns out it wasn't the hard core dancing or glitzy costumes of Dancing with the Stars that caught his eye. "When a girl dresses up, they put a bunch of makeup on and look beautiful, but it's false. Simple is beautiful. There's nothing to hide." Wicks tells the magazine.
Hough's sweet persona didn't just win over country radio and television audiences, it won over her man as well. "She does everything with a smile. I can't deal with someone who is always in a bad mood, who is stuck-up and mean."
So what sealed the deal? A smile and...a growl? "Girls with dogs are the way to go. If they can love a dog, they can baby something, and that's what guys want. They want to be taken care of and babied all the time."
Little Big Town Raises $52,000 For Cancer and AIDS Research
Labels: Little Big Town
Members of Little Big Town hosted their third “Ride For A Cure” on Sunday, June 14, to benefit the T.J. Martell Foundation. This year’s event was a huge success and raised $52,000 for cancer research at the Frances Williams Preston Laboratories at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. The T.J. Martell Foundation supports leukemia, cancer and AIDS research at six top hospitals in the United States.
“We have seen this event double in size every year and we are so grateful for all the artists and fans support. We want to see a cure and we believe TJ Martell has the means and the resources to make that happen in our lifetime. I had the chance to talk to a guy who was riding his brother’s bike on Sunday. His brother had passed from cancer two years prior and he was there to ride in his honor. That’s the kind of story that fuels this event,” states band member Karen Fairchild.
Craig Morgan Reissues Album
Labels: Craig Morgan
BNA Records has reissued Craig Morgan’s latest album That’s Why with the new single “Bonfire” added to it. Also added to the disc is Morgan-penned tune, “This Ain’t Nothin’.” “Bonfire” hit radio last month and is proving to be one of the fastest rising songs of Morgan’s career.
Forbes Reports: Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, and Toby Keith Top Earners
Labels: Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, Toby Keith
Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts and Toby Keith are among the 10 top-earning musicians in all genres of music, according to a new report from Forbes magazine. Kenny Chesney comes in fifth on the list with earnings of $65 million from June 2008 to June 2009. Rascal Flatts is tied for sixth place (with AC/DC and Coldplay) with earnings of $60 million. Toby Keith comes in 10th with earnings of $52 million. Other top-earning musicians were Madonna ($110 million), Celine Dion ($100 million), Beyoncé ($87 million), Bruce Springsteen ($70 million) and the Eagles ($55 million).
Chris Young's Album Cover
Labels: Chris Young
Chris Young is set to release album "The Man I Want To Be" soon. Check out the album cover, we would love to hear what you think of it. I like it. Lately it seems like some of the album covers have been pretty boring, but I like this one with the different pictures in the front.
New Music From Tim McGraw In The Works
Labels: Tim McGraw
Curb records announced today that Tim McGraw finally has some new music heading to radio this Tuesday, it's about time!
Tim's new song will be called "It's A Business Doing Pleasure With You," and is from his upcoming album. The song was co-written by Brent James ("Jesus Take The Wheel"), Joe Kelly, and Chad Kroeger (lead singer of Nickelback).
According to Country On-Demand, the new album is expected before Christmas and is rumored to be called "Southern Voice.". Sounds good to me I am so excited to finally hear some new tunes from Tim.
Jason Michael Carroll Is Putting On A Free Show In Columbia, TN
Labels: Jason Michael Carroll
If you love the country music and the motorcycles, you’re in luck.
Jason Michael Carroll is doing a free show at the new Harley-Davidson of Columbia. The owners of that dealership are building an amphitheater out that way, so I think they might be trying to get folks in the habit of heading to Columbia, Tenn., for music. Opening for Jason are Carter’s Chord and singer Jeff Allen. The show is 2-6 p.m. July 12.
CMT Crossroads: Jason Aldean and Bryan Adams.
Labels: Bryan Adams, CMT, Jason Aldean
Got Country just wants to remind you all to tune in to Crossroads on CMT tonight at 9 pm EST. Tonight's episode features Jason Aldean and Bryan Adams. Watch the video below to see Jason and Bryan sing "Heaven". I am in love with this version and I can't wait to watch Crossroads tonight. After the show come back to Got Country and let us know what you thought.
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Luke Bryan Pays Tribute To Michael Jackson
Labels: Luke Bryan, Michael JacksonIn the newest episode of LBTV Luke Bryan pays tribute to Michael Jackson. Leave a comment to let us know what you think or to share any of your own thoughts and feelings on Michael Jackson.
Jimmy Wayne Talks About The Loss of Michael Jackson
Labels: Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett, Jimmy Wayne, K-frog, Michael Jackson, Nashville Gab
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"Bobbi With An I" Video Debut
Labels: James Denton, Phil VassarPhil Vassar's new video for "Bobbi With An i" featuring James Denton from Desperate Housewives is finally here. Earlier in the week Got Country brought you behind the scenes footage where Phil explained that the inspiration for the song came from a long time pal who dressed as a girl one night in order to get free beer. The song is a fun dance along song and the video is hilarious. Leave a comment to let us know what you think of Phil's new gender-bending video.
New Video From Luke Bryan Coming Monday
Labels: Amazon, Luke Bryan
Talk To Veronica Ballestrini Now!
Labels: Veronica Ballestrini
Go to: http://community.cmt.com/groups/veronica_ballestrini and click on the most recent thread titled "It's Veronica. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Happy Birthday!
Labels: Gretchen Wilson
Got Country wants to wish a very special Happy Birthday to Gretchen Wilson, who turns 36 today.
Gloriana Premieres New Video on CMT Today!
Labels: CMT, Gloriana, Taylor SwiftGloriana's new video for the song "The Way It Goes" aired on CMT today. The song features live video footage from the "Fearless" tour with Taylor Swift . We want your opinion, leave us a comment and let us know what you think about Gloriana's new video.
Hillary Scott Had Jealousy Over The Recent CMT Award Swift/T-Pain Duet
Labels: Hillary Scott, Lady Antebellum
Ask Hillary Scott of the emerging country group Lady Antebellum about her musical preferences, and you may be surprised.
Here's a hint: She felt a tinge of jealousy at the recent CMT Awards watching Taylor Swift do a duet with hip-hop star T-Pain.
"People would be surprised to know that I listen to a lot of R&B and rap," says the singer of the group that's playing the Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheater tonight along with Kenny Chesney and Miranda Lambert. "My nickname on the bus is 'Dance Party.' I can't stop listening to Ne-Yo," she says, then says she's still jamming to Jamie Foxx's "Blame It" -- and sings a few bars of the song to prove it.
Send Us Your Questions For Eric Durrance
Labels: Eric Durrance
It's interview time again!!! Got Country is getting ready to chat with Eric Durrance. We had numerous requests asking for us to bring Eric to you, so we want you to be in charge of this interview. You can submit your questions by leaving a comment, sending an e-mail to gotcountry@ymail.com, or by messaging us on Twitter. We love you guys and look forward to finding out what you want to know about Eric Durrance. Stay tuned to Got Country!
New Music From Sara Evans
Labels: Sara Evans
Sara Evans new album is not scheduled to be released until later this year, but no worries she has posted one of her new songs off of the album on her MySpace. The single is called "Feels Just Like A Love Song". You can check it out here. Let us know what you think about it.
Aldean is Gold
Labels: Jason Aldean
I saw Jason Aldean for the first time at this years CMA Fest, and all the rumors I have heard about him and his performance rang true. This man knows how to rock the crowd. So when I heard that it took 10 weeks to sell 500,000 copies of his latest album, Wide Open, I was not surprised. If that wasn't enough Jason's current single "Big Green Tractor" is also his fastest rising single during his career. Congrats Jason!
Micheal Jackson Has Died
Labels: Michal Jackson, TMZ
*****UPDATE*****
Pop singer Michael Jackson has died after suffering a heart attack, a US website has said.
Paramedics were unable to revive Jackson after receiving a call to his home in Los Angeles on Thursday, reported TMZ.com, a celebrity news website.
"We've just learned Michael Jackson has died ... Michael suffered a cardiac arrest earlier this afternoon and paramedics were unable to revive him," TMZ reported.
The King of Pop, Michael Jackson ,is believed to have suffered a heart attack at his home in Los Angeles this afternoon.
Reports say that Jackson, 50, went into cardiac arrest and has been rushed to hospital.
He was seen being taken into an ambulance and moved to a nearby hospital, according to TMZ's website, and paramedics were seen performing CPR on the singer, according
A member of the Jackson family told TMZ that 'Michael is in really bad shape'.
An update on TMZ.com says, 'We just got off the phone with Joe Jackson, Michael's dad, who says "he is not doing well".'
Big Kenny Debuts New Video On CMT
Labels: Big Kenny, CMTBig Kenny of Big & Rich premiered his new video for "Long After I'm Gone" on CMT today. Let us know what you think.
Sneek Peek of Brad Paisley's new single "Welcome To The Future"
Labels: Brad Paisley
Brad Paisley is giving his Fan Club a special sneak peek of the first single, "Welcome to the Future," off his upcoming album American Saturday Night! To read a special note from Brad about the song click here!
Listen to "Welcome to the Future" Here
Leave a comment to let us know what you think about Brad's new song.
Congratulations to Charles and Cassie Kelley!
Labels: Charles Kelly
Country Music Is Love is reporting that it has been confirmed via Charles Kelley's publicist that Charles and Cassie were legally married in Nashville earlier in the week. The actual wedding ceremony will be held in the coming weeks. Congratulations to Charles and his beautiful bride Cassie from Got Country!
The Ninja Got The Best of Jimmy Today!
Labels: Jimmy Wayne, Six Flags, Twitpic
Jimmy Wayne got the day off today. He is spending the day at Six Flags with his nephew. Of course Jimmy has been sending Twitpics all day. This particular picture just makes me feel so bad for poor Jimmy. He says that he needs a chiropractor after the ninja coaster, I think that he may just need a nice long massage to make him feel better.
Live From Soho Ep From Dierks Bentley
Labels: Dierks Bentley, itunes
Award winning country music singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley released an exclusive six song EP as part of iTunes' "LIVE FROM SOHO" series on June 2. The intimate performance was recorded at Apple's flagship Soho store in January.
"LIVE FROM SOHO" Track Listing:
1. Feel That Fire
2. Sideways
3. I Wanna Make You Close Your Eyes
4. Life On The Run
5. Trying To Stop Your Leaving
6. Free And Easy (Down The Road I Go)
Bentley and country superstar Taylor Swift remain the only two country artists to participate in the program, which has also featured GRAMMY winning artists such as Adele, Kings of Leon and Linkin Park.
Grab the new EP!
Fellow Shoppers Rescue Kellie Pickler!
Labels: Kellie Pickler, Nashville Gab
Kellie Pickler ran out of gas in a mall parking lot and was lucky enough to have a few good samaritans come to her rescue. You can read the the full story at Nashville Gab. Thanks for sharing!
New Webisode From Keith Urban
Labels: Keith UrbanUrban Developments 11
The White House Is Goin' Country!
Labels: GAC, President Barack Obama
"They like all kinds of music," the administration’s social secretary, Desiree Rogers, told The New York Daily News.
The country event is slated for July 21, though it’s unclear how many artists might perform. It’s part of Obama’s mission to embrace the whole of American culture.
Farrah Fawcett Passes Away
Labels: Farrah Fawcett
New Video From Gloriana Tomorrow!
Gloriana announced some very exciting news on their MySpace today. Their new video for "The Way It Goes" will premeire on CMT tomorrow! The video will air during The Top 20 Countdown. It will be live footage from the "Fearless" tour with Taylor Swift and Kellie Pickler. There will be a surprise guest so pay attention! We will post the video on as soon as we get our hands on it. Stay tuned to Got Country!
Joe Nichols Performs at Star Studded Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards
Labels: Joe Nichols
Joe Nichols joined such megastars as Jon Bon Jovi, Rob Thomas, Andy Williams, Crosby, Stills and Nash, James Taylor, Sir Tom Jones and dozens more at last week's 40th Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards in New York. Nichols, who is Broadway bound when the production of Pure Country opens in January, 2010, was asked to perform at the prestigious New York event. Nichols sang the Rodgers and Hammerstein composition "If I Loved You," from the musical Carousel to honor Maxyne Lang. Lang had earlier in the evening been presented the Abe Olman Publisher Award. She is president of the highly successful independent publishing company Williamson Music and Williamson Music International, the global publishing divisions of the Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization.
"Getting to perform such a classic song from the catalogue of one of the most successful writing partnerships in music history was a true honor for me," Nichols said. "This is the sort of event that had me in awe-- the room was filled with some of the most talented songwriters and performers in existence. To hear Andy Williams sing 'Moon River' was a moment I will never forget."
Nichols has just finished work on his own new music, the follow-up CD to his critically acclaimed 2007 Universal Records South release Real Things. The lead single, "Believers," is already a Top 30 hit, and still climbing.
Eric Church Live
Labels: Eric ChurchI came across these videos of Eric Church live and thought I would pass them along to all of our ECB fans. Enojy!
Photo Of The Day!!!
Labels: Luke Bryan
I love this picture of Luke Bryan, his wife Caroline and baby Bo taken at this years fan club party during the CMA Fest at 12th and Porter. Bo sure got big since last years party!
Darius To Appear On The View
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Be sure to make plans to catch The View tomorrow (Thursday, June 25) at 11 am ET on ABC, when Darius Rucker performs is Top 10-and-climbing country smash, "Alright." In addition, Darius will also be sharing stories about what he credits his incredible success to, since his arrival on the country music scene.
Kenny Chesney Helps Fix Venue Issue's
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You know you're a stratospheric star when acoustics in a stadium are fixed just for you. Officials plan to spend about $200,000 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis to help improve the sound quality for an upcoming Kenny Chesney concert. Sound problems marred Chesney's show there last year. It's the only concert that's been put on at that site since it opened last summer. Echoes are a big problem at the stadium because there's been nothing to absorb the sound and stop it from bouncing around. So, the Indiana Stadium and Convention Building Authority will hang large draperies over the concrete sections of the stadium. At the same time, Chesney's tour has spent $500,000 to upgrade its sound, with 25 percent more speakers for the Indianapolis concert on Sept. 19.
Justice Is Served After Rascal Flatts Beating
Labels: Rascal Flatts
Last week we reported about Jeffrey Fleming, the 20 year old UCLA tennis player, that was beaten after a Rascal Flatts concert in Texas. Chancellor Jay Hutcheson, an 18-year-old Plano West graduate, was booked into the Dallas County Jail about 1 p.m. on Monday and was released within an hour after posting $25,000 bail, authorities said. Soon afterward, his attorney released a statement saying Hutcheson acted in self-defense. Unfortunatly Jake still remains in a coma in the hospital. His father says there is little progress, but not much.
Are thoughts and prayers are with Jake's family.
Did Charles and Cassie Get Hitched Yesterday?
Labels: Charles Kelly, Lady Antebellum
As we know Charles Kelly of Lady Antebellum is due to get married, but is very secret about when and where. Well the Nashville Gab noticed that as of yesterday Cassie McConnell's facebook page had a bunch of congratulations on her wall. So is one to assume that the walk down the aisle happened already??? If that is the case congrats and hope you have many happy and healthy years together.
Breakfast and FREE Music from Rascal Flatts.
Labels: Denny's, Rascal Flatts
Earlier this month Got Country? told you about the "Unstoppable" breakfast at Denny's. The guys of Rascal Flatts went into the Denny's kitchen and created a signature breakfast which is now available at Denny's restaurants across the U.S. In honor of the "Unstoppable" breakfast launch they guys are also serving up another treat. You can click here for your free download of Rascal Flatt's new single "Summer Nights". This is one of my favorite new summer songs. It just makes me want to crank it up loud, dance around, and get silly.
Behind The Scenes With Miranda Lambert
Labels: Miranda LambertMiranda Lambert takes you behind the scenes of her new video "Dead Flowers".
Montgomery Gentry Inducted Into Grand Ole Opry
Labels: Grand Ole Opry, Montgomery Gentry
Last night Montgomery Gentry became the newest members of the Grand Ole Opry. Eddie and Troy admitted to The Boot to butterflies and dreams being made:
“I couldn’t sleep last night, and I’ve had butterflies all day,” Eddie told The Boot. “It’s an unbelievable honor. If we’re dreaming, don’t pinch us and wake us up!”
“Eddie and I both dreamed of being part of the Opry when we came to town in 1997,” Troy added. “Once we landed our [record] deal, it became our goal to be Opry members. We love being part of the Opry, coming out and playing every chance we get.”
Eddie and Troy were inducted by Marty Stuart and Little Jimmy Dickens, who introduced the duo by saying, “I know these men on and off stage, and I find them to be gentlemen in every respect. I welcome them to our family of entertainers.”
After singing ‘Hillbilly Shoes’ and several other songs spanning their ten-year career, Montgomery Gentry received a standing ovation from the Opry audience, as both men wiped away tears.
Eddie was especially emotional throughout the evening. His father was a musician and had often admonished him, “You haven’t made it in country music if you haven’t played the Opry.” Had he been alive to be at the telecast, Eddie says he probably would have had words of wisdom for him. “Probably the first thing he’d say is, ‘Now don’t get out there and mess this up.’ I think he’d be patting me on back and say, ‘Go out there and get it. Now you’ve done something!’”
After their induction, Eddie raised his new member award in honor of his father, saying, “Dad, we made it!”
Congrats to Montgomery Gentry! I bet it was an amazing show last night. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Oops She Did It Again!?!?!
Labels: Adam Shankman, Miley Cyrus, Twitpic, yFrog
I am really starting to believe that all of these photo scandals involving Miley Cyrus are being staged. I mean come on how many times in the last two years has Miley made headlines for her provocative poses being leaked to the internet? The latest scandal involves Miley, and director Adam Shankman. The pictures surfaced via Miley's Twitpic's and were also posted on Shankman's yFrog page. The pictures are not that bad, however, the number of these incidents is concerning, and it is a little hard to believe that one teenage girl can have this many issues with pictures by "accident". Leave us a comment and let us know what you think.
Behind The Scenes With Phil Vassar
Labels: James Denton, Phil VassarPhil Vassar and James Denton (Mike from Desperate Housewives) dish behind the scenes of the video shoot for Phil's new single "Bobbi With An i". This is a hilarious song made even funnier now that Phil explained it is based on a true story. One of his friends wore a pink dress for free beer. I can't wait to see the finished video.
Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»LeAnn Addressess Divorce Rumors
Labels: Leann Rimes
LeAnn Rimes is denying reports that she is divorcing her husband, Dean Sheremet. Several media outlets have reported that LeAnn was allegedly involved with actor Eddie Cibrian, her co-star in the Lifetime television movie Northern Lights. One recent story also reported that LeAnn was seeking a divorce from Dean, whom she married in 2002. LeAnn's publicist issued this statement: "Contrary to any tabloid rumor, LeAnn is not seeking a divorce." For the latest on this story, pick up the July 13 issue of Country Weekly, on sale July 6.
Jack Ingram Fans Have To Be Patient A Little Longer
Labels: Jack Ingram
Jack Ingram fans are going to have to be patient just a little bit longer for his "Big Dreams and High Hopes" since he decided it just wasn't good enough, so he is returning to the studio to put more of a rock edge on a couple songs. Jack recently sat down with GAC to explain his decision:
"This is the document of where I'm at as a person and as an artist. If this is the last record I'm ever going to make -- which, until I make another one, this is the last record I'm going to make, just like they say, live everyday like it's your last. It's the same thing with making records, and so I knew that I wasn't finished. In my heart and in my soul I had to go [back in the studio]. Sorry. I know it's going to cost a little more money and take a little more time, but I got to make it right or else it's not worth it for me."Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Lady A Learns From Chesney
Labels: Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum
Lady Antebellum is playing to large arenas and stadiums this summer as an opening act on Kenny Chesney’s Sun City Carnival Tour. They’re not just watching him on stage; they’re also evaluating the way he runs his business, including the way he interacts with both his customers and his employees.
"He’s unbelievable," the band told the national radio show GAC Nights: Live From Nashville.
"There’s definitely a reason he wins Entertainer [awards] almost every year. The way that he can connect with somebody in the very back of the stadium, you know, on the top level — us trying to learn that has been the biggest part of the tour, and we’re watching him every night and Miranda [Lambert], too. He also treats everybody so well, and that’s another thing that we’ll take away from this. I heard that the length of time his employees stay on is something like 10 years. That’s the average of how long all these people have been with him. I mean, he’s so loyal to his employees and treats them so well and that goes a long way."
Lady A is on the road with Kenny this week in Wantagh, N.Y.; Virginia Beach; and Philadelphia, where Saturday’s stadium date adds Sugarland and Montgomery Gentry to the usual lineup. On Sunday, the trio breaks away from the Sun City crew to play the Country USA festival in Oshkosh, Wis. where Gretchen Wilson, James Otto and Jamey Johnson will also perform. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Toby Keith Plans First Ever European Tour
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Toby Keith will head overseas in November for his first-ever European tour. The first shows take place Nov. 9 in Glasgow, Scotland, and Nov. 10 in London. The nine-city tour includes stops in Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway before ending on Nov. 22. Keith has achieved international success with his latest album, That Don't Make Me a Bad Guy, and single, "God Love Her."
GAC Forms Partnership To Release New Music
Labels: Lane Turner
GAC has entered a partnership with Original Signal Recordings to release Lane Turner’s new album, a self-titled EP made available to digital outlets on June 9. Under terms of the joint venture, GAC will promote Turner’s music and music videos on its television and radio programs, while Original Signal will spearhead the marketing and distribution efforts.
Turner’s traditional heritage and blue-collar roots made him a fan favorite as runner-up on 2008’s The Next GAC Star. The storytelling and simplicity-of-life found in classic country songs always resonated with Lane, who counts Conway Twitty and Waylon Jennings as influences. I had the priviledge of meeting Lane this year at the CMA Fest, during the GAC Kickoff Breakfast, and he was AMAZING
iTunes will distribute 50,000 free download cards featuring Turner’s lead single “Where’s a Sunset” at two country music festival events this summer.
Alan Jackson Headed For Walk Of Fame
Labels: Alan Jackson
Following up his performance of the year win at Tuesday's CMT Music Awards, Alan Jackson is due to add a new honor to his list of accolades: a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for 2010. The date for the ceremony unveiling Jackson's star has yet to be announced.
Joey + Rory Are Cookin'
Labels: Joey + Rory
Country duo Joey + Rory will be cooking up a three-course meal with chef Charles Phillips of Midtown restaurant 1808 Grille on Wednesday, June 24. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres start at 6:30 p.m., and the two will play a short acoustic set at 7. Reservations can be made at www.opentable.com or by calling the restaurant at 340-0012.
Joey, along with Rory's sister Marcy, owns Marcy Jo's Mealhouse, a well-regarded Southern kitchen in Pottsville, Tenn. The duo will select the menu for the night as well as help in the kitchen, and if you're lucky, word is that Rory might wait your table.
Behind The Scenes "Thug Story"
Labels: Taylor SwiftCMT released a behind the scenes view of Taylor Swift and T-Pain recording "Thug Story". It's pretty funny watching Taylor act gangsta.
Dierks Gets Personal
Labels: Dierks BentleyAt this years fan club party during the CMA Fest, Dierks Bentley sang the song he wrote for his friend Jordan Sterling for the first time in public. Jordan was a close friend to Dierks who recently lost his battle with Cystic Fibrosis. So what would any talented songwriter due in times of sadness? They write a terrific, touching heartfelt song. Dierks wrote "Hey Jordan", the song is about his feelings of losing his friend and Jordan's new life in Heaven. This song is so beautiful it brought a tear to my eye.
Time Is Running Out To Enter For Your Chance To Win An Autographed Copy of The Garth Factor!
Labels: CMT, Garth Brooks
Angels, Saints, Stars, and Tattoos
Labels: GlorianaMike from Gloriana posted this video where he sits down and explains what his numerous tattoos mean so that he can satisfy all of the curious fans that come up to him at shows asking him for his tattoo stories.
GTV: Mike's Tattoos
Rock Band: Country Track Pack Debuts 13 New Songs For Franchise
Labels: Rock Band
The Rock Band track packs have been rather unexciting for the many of us that have internet access. The previous packs compiled already-available DLC onto a single disc at a slightly discounted price making it attractive exclusively to those that -- for one reason or another -- can't buy songs from the in-game music store.
Looks like things will change for the upcoming country music Track Pack. Available July 21st on every platform, the Track Pack will offer exclusive songs that are new for the Rock Band franchise. In fact, 13 songs will be brand new, making the Track Pack a much more exciting purchase for country music-lovin' Rock Band aficionados.
The $29.99 disc will feature 21 songs from the Dixie Chicks, Keith Urban, Kenny Rogers, Shania Twain, Willie Nelson and more. The entire track listing includes.
1. Alan Jackson Good Time
2. Brad Paisley Mud on the Tires
3. Brooks & Dunn Hillbilly Deluxe
4. Cross Canadian Ragweed Cry Lonely
5. Dierks Bentley Free and Easy (Down the Road I Go)
6. Dixie Chicks Sin Wagon
7. Drive-By Truckers 3 Dimes Down
8. Jason Aldean She's Country
9. Keith Urban I Told You So
10.Kenny Chesney She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy
11.Kenny Rogers The Gambler
12.Lucinda Williams Can't Let Go
13.Martina McBride This One's For The Girls
14.Miranda Lambert Gunpowder & Lead
15.Montgomery Gentry Gone
16.Rascal Flatts Me and My Gang
17.Sara Evans Suds In The Bucket
18.Shania Twain Any Man of Mine
19.Steve Earle Satellite Radio
20.Trace Adkins Swing
21.Willie Nelson On the Road Again
See Who You Voted For Best Dressed At CMT Awards
Labels: Dierks Bentley, Taylor Swift
The votes are in, and country music's most fashionable fans picked Taylor Swift's elegant ensemble and Dierks Bentley's casual cap and jeans as the winning looks from the 2009 CMT Music Awards red carpet. The two are both looking smoking hot.
Miranda Listens To Her Friend Nicole Kidman
Labels: Miranda Lambert
In the latest issue of OK! magazine Miranda Lambert confesses to being a "lip-gloss freak". Along with lip-gloss another essential must have on her list are jeans. “I perform in jeans every night. I jump around too much to wear a dress! My style is a little cosmo and a little country, with some rock ’n’ roll,”. She also reveals in the article a few beauty secrets including one Nicole Kidman shared with her. “I use sunscreen every day – SPF 85… I tan a lot but not on my face. I heard that from Nicole Kidman. She said she uses sunscreen throughout the year, and she is so beautiful,” . You can read the entire interview in the current issue of OK! available now.
David Nail's "Red Light Road Trip" Episode 3
Labels: David NailDavid Nail released a third enstallment of his Red Light Road Trip webisode. Enjoy
Free Music Download From Love and Theft.
Labels: itunes, Love and Theft
"Don't Wake Me", the current single from Love and Theft is the free download of the week on iTunes. Once you click on the link you may have to do a search for the free download. Let us know what you think about "Don't Wake Me". Stay tuned to Got Country because we have some really cool things coming up with Love and Theft.
Results Are In
Labels: Poll Results
Last week we asked our readers who your favorite cross-over artist was. We pretty much figured who the winner was, but there are times that we thought we knew the answer and was proven wrong. But we were dead on for this one. Congrats to Darius Rucker we agree 100% with this outcome we love Darius, plus he is a local boy of ours.
Kid Rock 19%
Miley Cyrus 7%
Kevin Costner 2%
Julianne Hough 25%
Darius Rucker 45%
Last week was the CMT Awards and we want to know what you guys thought of the show. Personally we were rather disappointed in the show. The line up was great and the performances would of been great if the sound was better. So let us know your thoughts.
You Can't Miss Brad Paisley!
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In the current issue of Entertainment Weekly there is a article of
"115 Things You Cant Miss This Summer". Brad Paisley made their list as the "Must Country Crooner".The singer-songwriter-guitarist earns the honor for embracing the more emotional side of himself on the upcoming 'American Saturday Night' album.
"I feel like I'm in open-heart surgery on the Health Channel," he jokes about the new disc, due out June 30.
Jimmy Wayne A Stalker???
Labels: Jimmy Wayne, Ronnie Dunn, Twit Pic, Twitter
We all know that Jimmy Wayne is a man of many talents, but I never thought that I would see him adding stalking to his resume.
Jimmy just sent a Twitter message along with a Twit Pic of him sitting outside of Ronnie Dunn's house. The message read:
"So, I'm sitting in front of Ronnie Dunns house! Hey Ronnie, I have a song U need 2 hear".
OK Jimmy, now all you have to do now is work up the courage to ring the doorbell and make Ronnie sit down and listen to that song!!!
Good Luck!
Vince Gill To Appear on Daughtry's New Album
Labels: Vince Gill
'American Idol' alum Chris Daughtry will release his new album next month, 'Leave This Town,' with a "bit of country flavor," with guest vocals by a country icon.
"Last time we had Slash on the record, and for this one we had Vince Gill, who I think is one of the greatest country vocalists out there," Daughtry told PopEater in an exclusive interview. "He did some great harmonies and vocal bits for the song."
Chesney Headlines Hard Rock Ambassadors of Rock Tour Date
Labels: Kenny Chesney
Kenny Chesney will headline the New York tour stop of Hard Rock International’s 2009 Ambassadors of Rock Tour in Times Square on September 15. In its fourth consecutive year, the Ambassadors of Rock global concert series has featured other acts including O.A.R. in Orlando and an all-star lineup at Hard Rock Calling in London with Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, The Killers, Dave Matthews Band, Ben Harper and Relentless 7, Fleet Foxes and The Gaslight Anthem. Hard Rock will donate proceeds from Chesney’s New York appearance to benefit PLAN!T NOW, an organization that empowers coastal residents to mitigate disasters in severe storm and hurricane-prone regions by being prepared. Chesney serves on the organization’s board of directors.
Kellie Pickler Voted One of Sexiest Vegetarians of 2009
Labels: Kellie Pickler
Kellie Pickler has been voted one of PETA’s Sexiest Vegetarians of 2009 through a monthlong poll at PETA.org. Way to go Kellie!
Jessica Simpson Will Be Back On TV
Labels: Jessica Simpson
It's official: Jessica Simpson has landed another reality show.
As Us Weekly first reported, Simpson will headline the docu-series, The Price of Beauty, which will follow the singer, 28, as she travels around the world in search of what people find beautiful and why, VH1 announced Monday. Back in January she endured alot of body bullying when she performed in a pair of unflattering high waisted jeans. I saw her just the night before, sitting in the fourth row at Rascal Flatts, and she was wearing a tight black dress and looking thin.
"I have always believed that beauty comes from within and confidence will always make a woman beautiful, but I know how much pressure some women put on themselves to look perfect. I am really looking forward to discovering how beauty is perceived in different cultures and participating in some of the crazy things people do to feel beautiful," she continued. "I know we will all learn a lot on this journey and I am so excited that VH1 is coming along on what I'm sure will be a wild ride."Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Aldean/Bryan Crossroads Airs This Week
Labels: CMT Crossroads, Jason Aldean
CMT will debut the Jason Aldean/Bryan Adams Crossroads at 8pm Friday night, with many airings after that. A couple days ago we gave you a sneak peak of Jason and Bryan singing "Heaven". Jason has gone on to say that he is still pinching himself from the experience.
“To be on stage singing with someone I’ve looked up to musically my entire life is hard to describe. I keep thinking, did this really happen?”
Other Crossroads have paired Lindsey Buckingham and Little Big Town; Bon Jovi and Sugarland; John Fogerty and Keith Urban; Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire; Joss Stone and LeAnn Rimes; Robert Plant and Alison Krauss; and Def Leppard and Taylor Swift. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Hey Keith Urban Fans In The Des Moines Area
Labels: Keith Urban
If you are attending the June 27Th Keith Urban concert in Des Moines, IA that you are in luck. He will be filming the video for his third single "Only You Can Love Me This Way" off his album Defying Gravity. Now that is awesome, I saw the show last week and it was AMAZING but to have a video filmed at the show will make it just extra special. Hope to see some of our readers in it.
Sugarland Is Going To Have A TV Special
Labels: Sugarland
On August 3rd head over to ABC for a one hour television speical featuring Sugarland. The special highlights their "Live on the Inside" CD/DVD collection that will be available in stores August 4th.“Television music specials and performances become iconic. Who hasn’t seen replays of the Beatles on Ed Sullivan or Elvis’s TV special wearing his jump suit and giving away his scarf?” said Jennifer Nettles. “Even performances that I can remember as a child, like ‘Live Aid’ for example, really made such an impact. We are so excited to have our show on ABC and hope that it will be a moment that people will enjoy and remember.” “We have overheard fans for years say, ‘I brought my friend to see the show, this is their first Sugarland experience’ with so much pride and excitement on their faces. It’s as if they can’t wait to share what they have discovered,” said Kristian Bush. “This special is their new ticket that they can give to a friend. That is the most exciting part of this, imagining how far it will reach.”
Luke Bryan "Doin' My Thing" Live!
Labels: CMA Awards 09, Luke Bryan, Sirius/XM RadioSirius/XM Radio captured this video of Luke Bryan singing "Doin' My Thing" at his fan club party during CMA Fest'09. As with everything Luke, I love this song. Leave us a comment and let us know what you think.
Happy Birthday
Labels: Chuck Wicks
Time to send a big Happy Birthday wish to Chuck Wicks who turns 30 today. Hope you have a great day Chuck!
Zac Brown Band Cancels Canadian Shows
Labels: The Zac Brown Band
The Zac Brown Band has canceled their first Canadian tour, according to their Web site. Based in Atlanta, the band was scheduled to perform in Western Canada in early July, with dates in four cities. Although no reason was provided for the cancellation, a message on their Web site says the band "hopes to return in the near future. They look forward to meeting their Canadian fans very soon."
KingBilly Learn Combative Training While In Iraq
Labels: KingBillyKingBilly were grounded at Camp Grizzly for 3 days, so in their downtime they got to tour the base and do a lot of the same things the soldiers do. One of these was hand to hand combative training. They teach you how to fight when bullets and knives aren't around. Some of the tactics were actually brought in from UFC!! It is clear that none of them know how to fight... except Josh "The Scarecrow" Matheny.
Want To Be In A Video?
Labels: Hank Williams Jr
ESPN is shooting Hank Williams Jr.’s opening video for 2009 Monday Night Football on Monday and Tuesday in Nashville and is looking for sports and music fans to be concert guest extras. Two days of filming featuring Hank and guest Gloria Estefan (she will be part of filming on Monday only) will take place at Centennial Park. Here’s what ESPN needs:
250 extras on Monday, June 22, at the Parthenon to shoot an interior party scene from 2–8 p.m. Check-in for extras begins at 2 p.m. Space is more limited for this filming.
500 extras on Tuesday, June 23, also at the Parthenon from 7 p.m. – 2 a.m. for the exterior party scene. Check-in begins at 7 p.m.
Extras should be dressed in club/concert attire or an NFL jersey with pants; no other logos are allowed. They also must be 18 years or older with valid driver’s license or government ID to participate.
This sounds like so much fun. We would love to know if anyone take's part in this.
Julianne Hough Offered Role In Footloose
Labels: Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough will need to dust off her dancing shoes! Usmagazine.com is reporting that Julianne was offered the lead female role in the upcoming Footloose remake. "Julianne Hough has been offered the part in Footloose, and it is contingent on scheduling" a Paramount Studio rep confirms. If she accepts the part she will play opposite Gossip Girl's Chace Crawford who signed on a month ago after Zac Efron stepped down.
Smash Mouth Cross-Over To Country?
Labels: Darius Rucker, Steve Harwell
Music City TV is reporting that Steve Harwell from Smash Mouth (Walkin on the Sun, All Star), was on the CMT Music Awards red carpet Tuesday night telling all that he is releasing a country album in August.
“I needed a break,” he said. “Smash Mouth has been wonderful. I just felt country was my next calling.”
Steve is getting some help from someone who has walked a similar path. He shares a publicist with Darius Rucker, frontman for Hootie & The Blowfish.
So far, Darius has had two No. 1 country songs, including Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It.
One Of Luke's Favorite Bars Up In Smoke
Labels: Luke Bryan
When Luke Bryan is in his home state of Georgia, one of his favorite places to play was at the Georgia Theatre in Athens. Early this morning the landmark was destroyed in a fire. Four fire engines, three ladder trucks, two rescue vehicles, a HAZMAT unit and about 50 firefighters responded to the 6:50 a.m. fire call, according to Chuck Gulley, emergency management coordinator for the Athens-Clarke County Fire Department.
Gulley said the fire was under control by 8 a.m. By then, the famous theatre at the corner of Lumpkin and Clayton streets in downtown Athens was totally gutted.
Fire officials could not say how the fire started. There had been numerous lightning strikes in the area overnight. “It may be a while before we know,” Gulley said. Eleven acts were scheduled to appear in the theater as part of the annual AthFest music festival next weekend. Festival organizers were looking for alternative venues Friday but hoped to find a place for the bands to play. The Morton Theater and the Classic Center were among venues being considered.
“There are soldiers in Iraq who heard about this today,” said J.R. Green, a former Athens club owner who works as a disc jockey now. “That gives you an idea of how notable that place is. It’s an institution.” “It’s emotional on a lot of levels,” said Winfield Smith, the Georgia Theater’s bar manager the past five years who also played there as a musician. “It’s a place a business, a historical landmark, a pillar of the Athens music scene. And it looks like I’m out of a job. “The best news is nobody was in the building,” Smith said.
But a lot of somebodies have been.
Dierks New Single
Labels: Dierks BentleyI love this song, and was so happy to hear that this is going to be Dierks new single. It's called "I Wanna Make You Close Your Eyes". We want to know what you think of the song. This is right up there on my list. Then again this man could sing me the phone book and I would love it.
Get Keith Urban's "Song For Dad" For Free
Labels: Keith Urban
Keith Urban is set to celebrate his first Father's Day this weekend. But he is giving a gift to all his fans. On Sunday June 21st head over here to get a free download of his "Song For Dad" in honor of Father's Day
Highlight of CMT Awards: Jason and Keith
Labels: CMT Awards, Jason Aldean, Keith UrbanFrom all the comments that are being left about the 2009 CMT Awards I am glad to hear that I was not the only one not impressed with the show. Personally my opinion the highlight of the night was when Jason Aldean sang "She's Country" and was joined by Keith Urban on stage. In case you missed the performance check it out below.
Not Just A Pretty Voice
Labels: Julianne Hough, Leann Rimes, Martina McBride
LeAnn Rimes, Julianne Hough and Martina McBride grace the cover of the latest issue of Shape magazine. The girls are starting the summer off right with their bikini's and rock hard stomach's. Lookin' good ladies!
UCLA Tennis Player Remains In Coma Following Attack At A Rascal Flatts Concert
Labels: Rascal Flatts
Jeffrey Fleming, 20, a UCLA tennis player remains in a medically-induced coma and listed in critical condition after being attacked Saturday night following a Rascal Flatts concert in Texas.
Police believe that Fleming’s group of friends may have been involved in an argument with another group at the concert. Fleming and his friends were waiting in the parking lot for a taxi after the show and a group of men approached and started swinging. Fleming was punched in the face and knocked down, causing bleeding and swelling in his brain.
Police say that the suspect is believed to have fled the scene in a white unmarked party bus with several witnesses on board. He is described as being a white male, approximately 20 years of age, 6 foot 1 inch tall, and 190 pounds.
The family is offering a reward for any information leading to an arrest. Anyone with information is asked to call Dallas police, at 214-671-3584 or North Texas Crime Stoppers at 1-877-373-8477.
Did You Miss Taylor Rapping?
Labels: CMT Awards, Taylor SwiftDid you miss the opening of the 2009 CMT Music Awards last night? Don't worry we got the video of Taylor Swift taking a crack at staring in a Star Trek movie, NFL Player, and Rapper. What did you think of the opening and the show we would love to hear your comments. We had mixed feeling here. Thought the line up was great, but the sound was not the best. The highlight of the night for me was Jason Aldean sharing the stage with Keith Urban while singing "She's Country"
It's Webisode Wednesday
Labels: Lady Antebellum, Webisode WednesdayCheck out the new enstallment of Lady Antebellum's Webisode Wednesday
Jason Aldean's Singing is "Heaven"
Labels: Jason AldeanJason Aldean and Bryan Adam's recently shared a stage for CMT Crossroads series. I LOVE this version of "Heaven" they sang. Take a listen and let us know what you think. You can catch the full special on CMT June 26th.
New Lady A Music: Love This Pain
Labels: Lady AntebellumDuring the Lady Antebellum Fan Club Party held last week during the CMA Fest, and fan caught footage of them singing a new song "Love This Pain". Maybe this will appear on their new CD.
Sugarland Releases CD/DVD At Walmart
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Sugarland is going to release a CD/DVD set exclusively to Walmart on August 4th. The Live on the Inside set includes 10 tracks and a 16 song live performance DVD. This is something any die hard Sugarland fan would want to add to their collection. So mark down that date.
CMA Fest Numbers Are Up
Labels: CMA Fest 09
Do you think free shows had anything to do with more people coming to the CMA Music Festival this time? The Country Music Association says attendance rose 7.2 percent. Average daily attendance at the four-day event was 56,000, up from 52,000 a year ago. CMA credits the addition of free shows, a regional advertising push and the value of the nightly shows at LP Field as reasons for the increase. The festival included performances by Reba McEntire, Dierks Bentley, Brooks and Dunn, Martina McBride, Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney and The Judds
Darius Is Doing Alright
Labels: Darius RuckerDarius Rucker debuted his new video for this single "Alright". What do you think of the video? I love this single.
Eat Up Some Flatts
Labels: Rascal Flatts
After a night of partying like a rockstar at your favorite country concert, why not grab some late night grub at Denny's? Starting June 23 you can grab yourself the Unstoppable Breakfast on Denny's Allnight Rockstar menu. With that you will get a plate of biscuits, country friend steak, eggs, cheese, gravy, hash browns and bacon for the sweet price of $6.50. Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney of Rascal Flatts actually went into the Denny’s kitchen with Chef Andrew Dismore to create this proper post-show feast. Levox even said, “After spending many late nights eating at Denny’s after shows, we jumped at the chance to create a dish customers will really enjoy.” The meal will be available to munch on between the hours of 10 p.m-5 a.m
Anxious To See Taylor's Opener During CMT Awards
Labels: CMT Awards
Show staffers and crew have been sworn to secrecy about the opening segment, but country and pop queen Taylor Swift and host Bill Engvall were in plain sight Monday shooting a portion of it at the Sommet Center, the site of tonight's 2009 CMT Music Awards.
"I can see how you think that," Swift said repeatedly to Engvall in the scripted dialogue. "But that's my next dream, you know. I want to be in the NFL."
On Sunday backstage at the CMA Music Festival, Swift also confirmed reports that rapper T-Pain would play some part in her appearance on tonight's show.
"Well, the T-Pain thing, it's not really specified what that collaboration is yet," she said. "It's been really fun to keep that a secret, because we've never confirmed if it's a performance or if it's something else. You never know. You know, you should watch it."
The 2009 CMT Music Awards red carpet coverage begins tonight at 6 on CMT. The show begins at 7 p.m. Show performers include Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Toby Keith, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban and Def Leppard. Presenters include Kerry Collins, Alison Krauss, Karolina Kurkova, Melissa Peterman, Randy Jackson, Bill O’Reilly, Luke Wilson, Kid Rock, Ted Nugent and T-Pain.
Holly Williams Is Making Her Rounds
Labels: Holly Williams
Holly Williams is set to release her debut album "Here With Me" tomorrow. She is no stranger to the life of music, you see Holly comes from country music royalty. Hank Williams is her grandfather, Hank Jr is her dad and Hank III is her half brother. "Here With Me" contains a raw, emotional honesty that does her lineage proud. People.com will premiere the video for the track "Alone" tomorrow.
Holly is set to play the legendary Fillmore in San Francisco June 17, L.A's The Mint on July 28th and is playing various other tour stops on her own, as well as opening some dates for Sugarland. Visit here for tour details. You can also catch Holly:
June 15 E!'s Daily 10
June 18 Chelsea Lately
June 19 The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien
Alan Jackson Celebrated 20 Years At Cadillac Ranch
Last Wednesday night roughly 1,400 friends and fans packed into the Cadillac Ranch on Lower Broadway, in Nashville to help celebrate Alan Jackson's 20 years in the industry. Among those in the audience were Kix Brooks of Brooks & Dunn and Mayor Karl Dean.
Mayor Dean proclaimed the evening a perfect start to the CMA Music Festival, while Brooks credited Jackson for the creation of Brooks & Dunn.
"Alan is responsible for Ronnie and I getting together," Brooks said. "We were both wanting a solo deal, and (Arista Records chief) Tim DuBois said, 'If you want to be a duo, I'll give you a deal, but we've already got a boy solo singer.'"
Jackson sang a 35 song set that started with his first success "Here In The Real World", and continued with hit after hit including "Livin' On Love," "Good Time," "When Somebody Loves You," "Don't Rock The Jukebox," "Remember When," "Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning)," and others with the last song of the night being "Chattahoochie".
Shooter Jennings Becomes Engaged
Labels: Shooter Jennings
People.com reports that Shooter Jennings proposed to Drea de Matteo on Thursday night during his concert in Utica, N.Y. The report says Drea was dancing on the side of the stage holding their daughter Alabama, when he called her on stage to pop the question. She said yes. Their daughter Alabama Gypsyrose was born in November 2007.
Sneak Peak at "Toes"
Labels: The Zac Brown BandGet a sneak peek at the upcoming Zac Brown Band video, for their new single "Toes" heading your way this summer! Enjoy and let us know what'cha think!
Showing Love For Chuck Could Get You On The Bus
Labels: Chuck WicksChuck Wicks brought fan Alea on his bus after finishing up his Fan Appreciation Party on Sunday during the CMA Fest. This was not the first time Chuck met Alea. You see during one of their meetings, Chuck signed her foot. So what would any die hard fan go ahead and do...but tattoo his signature! Check out the video below.
Jack Ingram Goes To ER During CMA Fest
Labels: Jack Ingram
Jack Ingram, Trent Willmon, and Jason Meadows all took part in the first annual Tough Enough to Wear Pink CBR All- Star Challenge in Nashville last week, during the CMA Fest. The event was a charity dedicated to help fight breast cancer. So who would of thought that it would end up with a trip to the emergency room by Jack Ingram. Three seconds after Jack mounted his steer he was thrown on the ground, with the wind knocked out of him. He was taken to the emergency to rule out any serious injuries, broken bones etc. Jack told Hazel from CMT, "I feel like I've been in a car wreck. That's my first and last time on a bull." He added, "This job is hazardous enough without adding serious bodily harm."
On a lighter note the charity raised $20,000. Even though Jake was not the only one thrown that day off their steer, Trent Willmon (who also fell) won the celebrity portion of the steer ride.
Who's Going To Perform With Taylor?
Labels: Taylor Swift
Rumors have been around for awhile that Taylor Swift and T-Pain were recording a song together. Well now photos of the two of them together have been showing up, somehow involving the CMT Music Awards, that will be held on June 16. We know Taylor is performing and T-Pain is scheduled as a presenter for an award. HMMM that would be an interesting collaboration don't you think?
Aldean's Mother-In-Law Gets A Proposal
Labels: CMA Fest 09, Jason AldeanRight after Friday nights show at LP Field during the CMA Fest, Jason Aldean headed over to the Wildhorse Saloon for his Concert for a Cure benefit. it wasn't just a special night for Jason, but it was for his mother-in-law when she was proposed to! Turn your volume down though the screaming is very loud. This was just to sweet to not post! Congratulations
It All Starts With A Parade
Labels: CMA Fest 09
Downtown Nashville streets were jam packed Wednesday afternoon for the GAC Kick-off Parade. The weather was hot, but it got even hotter when stars like Eric Church, Sammy Kershaw, Oak Ridge Boys, Trent Tomlinson, Carter Twins, Chris Young, and many others cruised down Broadway in shiny new Chevy cars and trucks. Rodney Atkins was the Grand Marshal for this years parade, and was joined with his son Elijah.
Eric Church Can Fish With The Best Of Them
Labels: Alabama, CMA Fest 09, Dean Brody, Eric Church
The second annual Porter Wagoner Memorial Artists & Anglers Fishing Tournament, was part of the festivities leading up to the CMA Fest on Tuesday. The tournament paired veteral anglers, and country music artists on Percy Priest Lake. Eric Church, ESPN Nascar reporter Marty Smith and champion shotgun marksman Bill McGuire took the grand prize. Jeff Cook of Alabama and pro angler Emily Shaffer came in second. Canadian country newcomer Dean Brody and fishing pro Dianna Clark came in third.
Happy Birthday
Labels: Chris Young
Happy Birthday to Chris Young who is turning 24 today! Chris was recently nominated in Country Weekly as their Hottest Bachelor, and we see why.
Result Are In
Labels: Poll Results
Last week we wanted to know what you were excited to attend during the CMA Fest. Fan Club Parties took the cake on this one. We would love to hear your stories if you attended any.
Riverfront Stage 6%
Celebrity Softball Game 10%
CW Fashion Show 4%
LP Field Concerts 12%
Exhibit Hall 17%
Fan Club Parties 48%
The Show Must Go On
Labels: CMA Fest 09
After being evacuated out of LP Field last night due to severe weather, the show did in fact go on. You NEVER know what what kind of surprises you will get during the CMA Fest, and this was one I did not expect.
The show kicked off with Brooks & Dunn, who performed their entire set. Next up was Reba and she got 2 songs in before Storme Warren from GAC had to tell everyone to seek shelter due to severe weather coming our way around 9:30CT. After sitting around, and sitting around, and growing more tired by the minute we decided just to call it a night. Around 12:30AM (Central Time) I received a Tweet that the show was going to continue. Jimmy Wayne, Julianne Hough, and Rascal Flatts did not perform. The show went strong until 2AM (Central Time)with performances by Darius Rucker, Dierks Bentley, and Brad Paisley.
To all those fans who stuck out the rain delay kudos to you! Would love to hear your reviews from Darius, Dierks, and Brad. Lets all keep our fingers crossed tonight that it doesn't happen again. Tonight's line-up includes Luke Bryan, Little Big Town, Rodney Atkins, Lady Antebellum, Jake Owen, Zac Brown Band, Jason Aldean and Kid Rock.
CMA Announcement For Tonight's LP Field Show
Labels: CMA Fest 09, Kid Rock
It is being announced that Kid Rock, will be joining the line-up for tonights show at LP Field Concert during the CMA Fest.
Tim McGraw is Hitting The Road
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Tim McGraw is hitting the road this summer, but looks like he is keeping it simple this year with festivals and fairs. Let us know if he is coming to an area near you, and if your going to attend.
June 27 Manhattan, KS Country Stampede
July 3 Lawton, OK Fort Sill
July 4 Dauphin, Manitoba Dauphin's Countryfest
July 11 Cavendish, Prince Edward Island Cabenish Beach Music Festival
July 16 Canandaigua, NY CMAC
July 17 Sarnia, Ontario Rogers Bay Fest
July 18 Twin Lakes, WI Country Thunder
July 23 Eau Claire, WI Country Jam USA
July 25 Kelseyville, CA Konocti Harbor Amphitheater
July 26 Paso Robles, CA Mid-State Fair
July 31 Sweet Home, OR The Oregon Jamboree
Aug 2 Camrose, Alberta Big Valley Jamboree
Aug 8 Detroit Lakes, MN WeFest
Sept 4 Allentown, PA Great Allentown Fair
Miss CMA Fest? Sirius Got You Covered
Labels: CMA Fest 09, Sirius Radio
If you didn't make it to the CMA Fest this year, don't worry Sirius XM is going to make you feel included. The Highway (Sirius 60-XM 16) will broadcast from Fan Club Parties, Sommet Center Plaza concerts and other live events. Events that they have scheduled already are:
Joe Nichols Fan Club Party will air on Friday, 6/12 at 6:00 PM ET (repeated Saturday 6/13 at 11:00 PM)
Luke Bryan's Fan Club Party will air on Friday, 6/12 at 10:00 PM ET (repeated Sunday, 6/14 at 11:00 AM ET).
Jo Dee Messina's Fan Club Party will air on Sunday, 6/14 at 7:00 PM ET.
For more information, complete schedule, and to get a FREE 3-DAY ONLINE TRIAL, please visit www.sirius.com/thehighway or www.xmradio.com/thehighway.
How You Spend A Rain Delay
Labels: Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough
Chuck Wicks opened the first night of the LP Field Concert Series tonight, by singing the National Anthem, along with fireworks and a fly over by 4 jets from Beuford, SC airforce. Since tonight's show was cut short due to severe weather moving into the area, Chuck returned to the bus to Lexy and Julianne, who was also scheduled to perform tonight
Tuesday Night Was The Night To Be At The Opry
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, Trace Adkins
Tuesday night I took in the Grand Ole Opry here in Nashville to see Trace Adkins, Little Big Town, and Carrie Underwood. The minute you walk into the Grand Ole Opry there was this feeling that comes over you, just knowing that all walks of legends have performed there. It is just amazing.
The show started at 9:30pm with Little Jimmy Dickens, The Charlie Daniels Band, Ricky Skaggs, Connie Smith, and Bill Anderson. It was amazing to see such icons performing especially Little Jimmy Dickens.
Trace Adkins then took the stage. He sang three songs and chatted with the crowd. Wish he could of performed a little longer he has such a great voice, he also wore a nice tight pair of pants ladies.
Little Big Town was next up to perform 3 of their songs, they got right out there with the crowd shaking hands with fans and rocking the house. They sounded terrific with their harmony's.
Last but not least, Entertainer of the Year Carrie Underwood took the stage looking as beautiful as ever. Singing hits like "Last Name" and "I Told You So". I know I was was hoping that Randy Travis would come out on stage, but she told us that he was not hiding out back. Even without Randy Travis Carrie put on an excellent show. To short in my opinion, but we knew she wouldn't play very long.
All in all it was a great experience and a wonderful show by all performers old and young.
And The Thunder Rolls...
Labels: Brad Paisley, Brooks and Dunn, Daruis Rucker, Dierks Bentley, Jimmy Wayne, Julianne Hough, L.P. Field, Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire, Riverfront Park, Storme Warren
Earlier this afternoon heavy rain and severe thunderstorms forced evacuations at Nashville's Riverfront Park. Fans were ordered to evacuate until the weather cleared. Concert activities were set to begin at 10 a.m., luckily the weather did clear and the show was only slightly delayed, it resumed at 11 a.m. I only wish that I could report that that was the last time the thunder rolled in Nashville tonight. This evening Brooks & Dunn, Reba, Jimmy Wayne, Julianne Hough, Dierks Bently, Darius Rucker, Rascal Flatts, and Brad Pasley were set to play at L.P. Field. Brooks & Dunn made it through their entire set and Reba made it through two songs when Storme Warren came out holding a poncho and announced to the crowd that they had to evacuate the stadium due to severe weather. The last we were advised is that the weather report will be looked at again in one hour and a determination at that time will be made as to if the show will go on. As we gain further information we will keep you updated. Stay tuned to GotCountry?
"King Ping" Jimmy has taken Twittering To A Whole New Level.
Labels: CMA Fest 09, Country Music Hall of Fame., Jimmy WayneWe already knew that Jimmy Wayne loves his music, his fans, his camera, and Twitter. I just didn't know he had it this bad, he has taken his Twitter obsession to the next level. As you all know Stephanie is in Nashville covering CMA Fest '09. She had the chance to meet up with Jimmy and while at his live show in front of the Country Music Hall of Fame she was able to get this video of Jimmy singing "I Will". Now pay attention because Jimmy picks his camera up in the middle of the song and starts snapping pics of his fans while continuing to sing not missing a beat. Jimmy later posted those pics on his ping.fm account. Jimmy continues to amaze me more and more each day. Leave a comment to let us know what you think.
Jimmy Wayne Video of the Day
Labels: CMA Fest 09, Country Music Hall of Fame., Jimmy WayneJimmy Wayne singing "Do You Believe Me Now" at the Country Music Hall of Fame during CMA Fest '09. He brought one of his contest winners on stage with him, when he found out that she could do sign language. He asked her to sign the song while he sang. The girl did great. I would of been scared to get up in front of all those people.
Be a Part of Jason's Performance on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon!
Labels: Jason Aldean, Jimmy Fallon
On June 15th, 2009 Jason Aldean will be performing on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. Here is where you come in…
How would you like a chance to be close to Jason’s performance on the show?
Click HERE and you will be directed to Fallon's “Band Bench” Sweepstakes entry form. Enter for a chance to win seats on the band benches and an opportunity to surround the stage during Jason Aldean’s performance. Please make sure you include the following band code: JAL, in your entry form.
Tune in to see Jason on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon next Monday night, June 15th at 12:35/11:35 CT on NBC
The Wait For New Music From Gary Allan Is Almost Over!
Labels: Gary Allan
Gary Allan will release a new single, “Today,” to country radio on Friday (June 12). It’s the first single from his new album scheduled to arrive this fall. Allan will take time off the road during the month of June to complete the album. Check out the video below to hear Gary singing "Today" live. Leave us a comment and let us know what you think.
Jimmy Wayne Photo of the Day.
Labels: Jimmy WayneFor all of you die-hard Jimmy Wayne fans, this is just one of those take your breath away kind of photographs. Thank You Jimmy for continuing to seduce us with those eyes!
The Judds Mark 25 Years With Exhibit
Labels: The Judds
The vacant spot on Franklin's Main Street once inhabited by Gray's Drug Store will become a museum for all things Judd this weekend to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the mother-daughter duo's musical career. Wynonna and Naomi Judd have built a museum around their duo's history, and exhibits will be open to the public Thursday through Sunday. "The exhibits will include never-before-seen photographs, costumes and more. It will re-create the Judds' history for their fans," said Jennifer Witherell, a publicist for Wynonna.
The temporary Judd museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at 332 Main St. Wynonna and Naomi will make an appearance together to sign autographs from 1-3 p.m. Saturday (June 13). Fans who want to get a spot in the autograph line can get wristbands at the museum on Thursday or Friday.
Also, on the schedule Saturday for the CMA Music Festival nightly show at LP Field: Wynonna with an appearance by the Judds.
Gretchen Wilson To Release New Song
Labels: Gretchen Wilson
Gretchen Wilson is set to release a new single called "If I Could Do It All Again", the song is now available for purchase at all online music retailers.
Gretchen is going to be a busy girl Thursday as she kicks off the CMA Music Festival Riverfront Stage shows at 10am. "10AM is early...but get ready cause I'm ready to rock! It will be exciting to kick off such a great week." she says. Also on Thursday night she will be appearing on Larry King Live at 9pm (ET)
Dollar General Teams Up With Trace Adkins
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Dollar General will announce a new sponsorship of the Grand Ole Opry during Trace Adkins performance on June 9 at the 8pm slot.
Trace will serve as the face of the Dollar General's Big Stage Sweepstakes and will announce this during his Opry performance June 9. Dollar General will award more than 2,000 prizes, including a grand prize trip to Nashville to meet Mr. Adkins and watch him perform at the Opry, oh ya did we forget to mention $50,000 in cash. The sweepstakes will launch on June 28 and run through Oct 1 2009.
YWCA CELEBRITY AUCTION WITH MARTINA MCBRIDE
Labels: Hall of Fame Park, Martina McBride, Storme Warren, YWCA
The YWCA Celebrity Auction with Martina McBride will once again be a part of Fan Fest week in Nashville! The event takes place on Saturday, June 13th at Hall of Fame Park.
Admission is free and registration starts at 9:00AM. Grab bag sales start at 10:00AM and the Auction will run from 10:30AM until 3:00PM.We hope you can join Martina and emcee Storme Warren, host of GAC's "Headline Country" for an afternoon of bidding on great one-of-a-kind items donated by some of country music's hottest stars! Click here to view some of the featured items to be auctioned.
Call the YWCA at (615) 269-9922 for more information or visit http://www.ywcanashville.com/!
Love and Theft Have A Release Date
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Brian Bandas, Eric Gunderson, and Stepehn Barker Liles who make up the hot new trio Love and Theft, have set a release date for their debut album World Wide Open. The album is set to hit stores on August 25. All three of the guys co-wrote all 11 songs on the album. They are currently out on the road doing a radio tour promoting their single "Runaway". We will be catching up with the guys this week at the CMA Fest so stay tuned to GotCountry for more Love and Theft news.
Do You Want to go to Luke’s Exclusive Nut House Fan Club Party?
Labels: Live at Longhorn, Luke Bryan, Mobile Mob, Twitter
Do you want to go to Luke Bryan's Exclusive Nut House Fan Club Party? There is a keyword coming on June 10th at noon on Luke's Mobile Mob, Luke's Twitter account, or Live at Longhorn's Twitter account. The keyword will allow two lucky winners to win two front row seats at the Party on June 11th. In order to win the tickets you will need to know the keyword and you must be one of the first two people tell the keyword to the door man at 12:15PM on June 11th at 12th and Porter in Nashville, TN. Stay Tuned for the KEYWORD it is coming. You must be present to win and if you are not a registered member of the Fan Club and are not on the exclusive Nut House Party list you will not be allowed access to the party. Do you want to go?? You will have to be in the KNOW!
Here is how you can get in the know.
To join Luke Bryan's Mobile Mob text lukebryan to 66937. Standard text message rates apply.
To join Luke's Twitter feed click here and click on follow.
To join Live At Longhorn's Twitter feed click here and click on follow.
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Love and Theft wants to challenge YOU to play ROCK BAND at the CMA Music Fest!
Labels: CMA Music Festival, Love and Theft, microsoft xbox, Rock Band, ZuneEnter to win a chance to play Microsoft Xbox’s Rock Band with Love and Theft at the CMA Music Festival! Winner will be chosen at random to play with the guys and will also win a free Zune music player! Contestants must already be an attendee of the CMA Music Fest OR a resident of the greater Nashville area. Winner will be chosen June 10th.
Tell Us About Your CMA Fest '09 Experience.
Labels: CMA Fest 09
Got Country? will be bringing you a play by play of what's happening at CMA Fest '09, but we also want to hear from you. We want to know all about your CMA Fest '09 experience. You can send us your stories by leaving a comment or you can e-mail them to gotcountry@ymail.com. If you have any pictures or video that you can attach that would be even better. We are excited to hear your stories. The person who submits the best CMA Fest '09 story will be able to choose a prize from the Got Country? prize closet.
GotCountry Is Off To Nashville
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Hey guys just a little note, before I go to catch a little shut eye. I will be hitting the road shortly to drive to Nashville for this years CMA Fest I am so pumped I feel like a little kid at Christmas. Just wanted to let you know that blogs might not be up as frequent, depending on Internet access at the hotel, and how drained I will be when I eventually make it back to the hotel. My partner in crime Rhonda has been under the weather the past week so I am not sure how often she will be able to blog either. But don't worry you can still stay connected to all the excitment at the CMA Fest by following us on Twitter.
I have so much to report on when I get home, with tons of pictures and more. I will also be hitting up the Keith Urban show when I get home so we will have that review up as well! Have a great week guys!
Did Sugarland Let You Down? Big & Rich Will Pick You Up!
Labels: Big and Rich, Sugarland
We let you know a couple days ago that Sugarland had cancelled two shows in Canada on June 4 and 5 due to scheduling conflicts. As we all know we don't like it when an artist has to cancel a show for any reason, but it happens, (some more than others) but it happens. Well here comes Big & Rich to the rescue. You see they will be playing Rock the Park 2009 on July 24 at Harris Park in London, Ontario. All proceeds from the show goes to the London-based Bethanys Hope Foundation. They want the Sugarland fans know that if you present your rescheduled Sugarland concert tickets when you purchase your Rock the Park tickets you will get $5 off the price of general admission.
You have until June 15 to present your tickets to the Centennial Hall box office to snag your $5 discount off the tickets. You can also still get refunds at the John Labatt Centre's box office or your tickets will be honored at the rescheduled shows next year.
CMA FEST JUST ANNOUNCED!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Four time Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney will be performing during Sunday Nights final LP Field extravaganza!
Rascal Flatts Gives Us A Peak At Rehearsals
Labels: Rascal FlattsThe guys of Rascal Flatts kicked off their Unstoppable Tour this weekend but they released a sneak peak at their rehearsal for the show. I love the running pants with cowboy boots!
Proud To Introduce Mr and Mrs Nail
Labels: David Nail
A BIG Congratulations goes out to David Nail who got married today! GotCountry would like to wish the new Mr. and Mrs. Nail many happy and healthy years together!
Results Are In
Labels: Poll Results
Last week we wanted to know you opinion if camera's should be allowed at concerts? Due to the recent controversy that took place a couple weeks ago when Kenny Chesney's website posted that camera's were no longer allowed at any of his shows, (which was later pulled off their website). We asked you answered so here the results.
Yes 93%
No 2%
Who Cares 4%
Now that CMA Fest is next week we want to know which event you are most excited about attending. It is hard to narrow it down to just one, since there is so much to do so we have a number of different choices for you.
Treating Your Pets Like Kids
Labels: Chuck Wicks
Chuck Wicks sent a TwitPic of Chuck and Lexi out on a boat. How cute is Lexi with her little life vest on
"Unstoppable" Will Make Stops In New Locations
Labels: Rascal Flatts
One of country music's hottest ticket sellers, Rascal Flatts, kicked off their brand new tour on June 5 in St. Louis, the Rascal Flatts American Living Unstoppable Tour sponsored by JCPenney with associate sponsor Hershey's. Joining the tour as opening act is Capitol Recording artist Darius Rucker. First leg of dates and cities listed below.
"We are very blessed to see familiar faces in the audience in most cities we play on tour," says Jay DeMarcus. "We know in this economy Americans want the most for their money and we hope that we offer some stress relief and a fun night out."
This year's tour includes two stadium shows. The first will be held at Wrigley Field in Chicago on July 18, also the first country music concert to be held on site. Darius Rucker plus Vince Gill will be the special guests for this show. The second stadium concert will take place in their hometown of Columbus, Ohio on August 9 at Columbus Crew Stadium with guest Darius Rucker and Dierks Bentley.
June 6 Verizon Wireless Music Center, Indianapolis, IN
June 12 Buffalo Run Casino, Miami, OK
June 13 Superpages.com Center Dallas TX
June 14 Woodlands Pavilion Houston, TX
June 20 Floatrite Amphitheatre Somerset, WI
June 25 PNC Bank Arts Center Holmdel, NJ
June 26 Meadows Music Theater Hartford, CT
June 27 Nissan Pavilion Washington, DC
July 11 Darien Lake Performing Arts Center Darien Lake, NY
July 12 Toyota Pavilion Scranton, PA
July 18 Wrigley Field Chicago, IL
July 23 Jacksonville Arena Jacksonville, FL
July 24 Cruzan Amphitheatre West Palm Beach, FL
July 25 Ford Amphitheatre Tampa FL
July 31 Lakewood Amphitheatre Atlanta, GA
Aug 1 Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Charlotte, NC
Aug 2 TWC Music Pavilion At Walnut Creek Raleigh, NC
Aug 7 Blossom Music Center Cleveland, OH
Aug 8 Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati, OH
Aug 29 Hershey Stadium Hershey, PA
Sept 10 Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Virginia Beach, VA
Sept 11 Susquehanna Bank Center Philadelphia, PA
Sept 12 Comcast Center Boston, MA
Sept 17 Xcel Energy Center St Paul, MN
Oct 18 Konocti Field Amphitheater Kelseyville, CA
If you don't see your city above don't worry there are still the second leg of the tour, or click here and demand them in our town.
Jack Ingram Wants You In His Next Video
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Twitter sure is a handy tool! Jack Ingram recently took to his Twitter page to invite all fans to his video shoot and free show in Texas this coming Friday!
Every1 is invited to the video shoot- it’s Fri at Lakeway Resort & Spa just outside of Austin. Doors at 6. Show at 9pm sharp. EVERYONE!Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Another Artist Cancel's Shows Due To Illness
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Earlier this week Kellie Pickler had to miss a few shows due to bronchitis, and now we have another one to add to the list. No it's not Sugarland this time. Even though they did cancel shows this week due to "Scheduling conflicts", but this time Julianne Hough is sick.
Julianne Hough has had to cancel tonight's upcoming performance in Bessemer, AL and tomorrow nights performance opening for George Strait in Dallas, TX. Under doctors orders Hough must rest her voice due to severe strep throat."I am extremely disappointed that I have to cancel these dates," said Hough. "I promise to make it up to my fans as soon as possible."The Bessemer, AL date has been rescheduled for Friday, August 7th. Hough will resume her role opening for George Strait on June 12th at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Virginia Beach, VA.
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Miranda Is A Cover Girl
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Go grab your copy of the latest Country Weekly with Miranda Lambert on the cover on stands Monday June 8. For more fun from the interview that did not make it into the magazine, click here
How Amazing Is This???
Labels: Dierks BentleyWTQR in North Carolina had a contest and the lucky winner scored one heck of prize DIERKS BENTLEY AT YOUR HOUSE TO PERFORM Thanks to CMTT for finding this video! I would still have to pinch myself if I won this contest.
Alan Jackson Will Be Touring Europe
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Alan Jackson is taking his tour to Europe. He has shows scheduled for Denmark, Sweden and Norway on August 13,14,and 15th. This will be the first tour in Scandinavia for Jackson, but not to Europe. Jackson toured in Germany and the UK back in 1990. Tickets have already gone on sale for the Norway and Sweden shows, Denmark will go on sale June 8th. The response for these shows have been great, in Norway he has already sold 14,000 tickets since they went on sale. Great job Alan.
Pickler On Ellen Today
Labels: Kellie PicklerKellie Pickler was on Ellen today, this girl is so funny! Seriously she would be so much fun to interview!
Tweet Your Questions For ZBB
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Start tweeting your questions here for the chat today at 7/6 central! The Zac Brown Band will answer your questions on their live feed here so make them good, they may just answer yours
Taylor's Dateline To Air Again
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If you were possibly the only one who didnt watch or at least DVR the Dateline: On Tour with Taylor Swift dont worry will be rebroadcast this Sunday, June 7th, in NBC's All Night Time Period! Check local listings for times.
David Nail Officially Off The Market
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The hot new sensation to country music David Nail, whose new single "Red Light" is all over country radio plans to marry his fiancée Catherine Werne at an undisclosed Middle Tennessee location tomorrow. David jokingly says he wont reveal the exact location because he doesn't want people to "show up and expect free booze." He traveled to Catherine's hometown of Memphis to secretly as her parents permission. Later that night, during a walk, Nail stopped in a park and told Werne, "A lot of people say I was born to do this or I was born to do that, but I was born to be a husband and born to be a father," and then asked her to join him on that journey. Then David got down on one knee and proposed. The first thing Werne did was squeal "No," but Nail likes to think it was because she didn't believe the situation. "Then she screamed 'Yes' and jumped into my arms," he said. "Then we spent the next five hours calling people.". How romantic. Congratulations David and Catherine we wish you many happy years together
LeAnn Rimes Tells Her Thoughts On Being A "Stalker"
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After Eddie Cibrian's wife decided to call LeAnn Rimes a "Stalker", LeAnn has some things to say about it all to People magazine
“You know what, I’m a classy woman, I’m never ever going to battle anything out in the press, I have respect for everyone that is involved and everyone’s family, including my own. I would never want to hurt my husband or anyone else with more lies dragged out in the press.”
You would think LeAnn would have had a little more to say about all this stalker accusations (I know I would), but when People magazine asked her about it, she sighed and said, “It is what it is.” She explains that she can’t control what other people say, she can only control what she says. And… it’s obvious she want’s to remain above all the stalker drama.
“I refuse to get down on anyone else’s level and im going to take the high road on everything.”
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Dolly Up For A Tony Award This Sunday
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Dolly Parton is in the running for her first Tony Award. She'll find out this Sunday if she won for best original score for writing the music and lyrics to "9 to 5: The Musical." Parton remembers writing the theme song 30 years ago while she was on the set of the "9 to 5" movie. She says she used her acrylic fingernails to make the sound of a typewriter and the song wrote itself from there. The Tony Awards are this Sunday at 8 p.m. Eastern on CBS. Parton will also perform on the show.
Strait Headlines First Event At New Dallas Stadium
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George Strait is headlining the first event at the new Dallas Cowboys stadium tomorrow night. He sold out the stadium in less than an hour. Strait will be joined by Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton and Julianne Hough.
Paisley Kicks Off "Saturday Night" on a Friday
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Brad Paisley is launching his American Saturday Night Tour tonight. He'll be joined by Dierks Bentley and Jimmy Wayne in Charlotte, N.C. And even though it's a Friday, Paisley says the actual day of the week that people see his show doesn't matter, because it's officially going to be Saturday night when they start. He tells GACTV.com that Saturdays usually give people a "little break from reality," since they didn't have to work, and they don't have to work the next day.
Today Jimmy Wayne gave us a sneak peek on his Twitter of what the stage will look like for tonights show! While Dierks does soundcheck
Carter Twins Want You At Their Private Show During CMA Fest
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If you are not yet following the Carter Twins on Twitter. You might want to change that if you are going to be in Nashville next week for the CMA Fest. They are going to be putting on a private show and want you to attend.
The party is on Thursday, June 11th at 3pm. You’ll have to watch their Twitter updates to win….simply follow the guys at here , or individually Zach or Josh and watch for clues….If you wanna go to the show reply @cartertwins and say ” I’m going to CMA Fest, and I wanna go to @cartertwins private show” Winners will be chosen at random and sent a direct twitter message on June 9th. Good luck!!!
KingBilly Iraq Tour 2009: Gearing Up & Moving Out
Labels: KingBillyThe guys in KingBilly posted another installment of their USO Trip to Iraq. Looks like they had a great time over there, riding in all the vehicles, trying on equipment, and flying his helicopters!
Sugarland Interview The Winner Of The Golden Key In Atlanta GA
Labels: SugarlandCheck out this video with Jennifer, Kristian and Chris Mercer. Chris found the Key to Sugarland in Atlanta. Sugarland interviewed Chris about his experience finding the key and what he won. Congratulations Chris! For more information on how YOU could find the key at a Sugarland show click here and click on the key for more information.
Neal McCoy Looking For Duet Partner
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Neal McCoy is looking for a duet partner. Five contestants will be chosen to perform one song each at his September 26 East Texas Angel Network benefit concert, and the winner will get to sing with Neal himself at the future show. Entries are being accepted for the contest through July 15 via DVD and videotape. Applications are available here or by calling 903-297-9000. Neal and his wife Melinda established the East Texas Angel Network in 1995 to help families suffering from financial problems due to a child's illness.
Wanna Play A Game With Due West?
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Newcomers Due West wants to get their fans involved during the CMA Fest next week in Nashville. If you want to play all you have to do is follow the clues while exploring the streets of Nashville. If you complete the challenge you will receive a prize, as well as admission to a private event. Sounds like fun to me. How do you partake in this game you ask? Well it is as easy as calling 1-615-656-5636 to get your first clue. The game will take place Thursday June 11 from 1-3 on Lower Broadway downtown Nashville. You can always go to their website here for further information. Hope to see you there!
Toby's Grand Opening In Mesa AZ
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With free food and drinks at the grand opening hootenanny for Toby Keith's self-titled chain restaurant Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill in Mesa on Wednesday, June 3. More than a hundred strong packed into the bar, which gets its name from his hit song of the same name, for the invite-only affair. Inside, they drank and ate on miniature versions of the joint’s distinctly southern-style menu and free beer served in mason jars. Yes Toby was there for the opening!
Martina Becomes a Wedding Singer
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The NBC Today Show's 10th annual "Today Throws a Wedding" event will include Martina McBride. One of the contest's four couples will have its wedding day aired on the show on July 15. McBride will sing "I Just Call You Mine," which will also be the official song for the show's promotion of the event.
Lorrie Morgan Wants Little Jimmy Dickens In A Speedo
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Lorrie Morgan plans to celebrate a career milestone with her performance at the Grand Ole Opry on Tuesday (June 9) — 25 years as a member of the hallowed organization. Morgan says she has no special plans for how to mark the anniversary, but she says she'll probably "wing it like I always do and just hope that somebody's there with a camera and can get me some memories captured." She also thinks a cake might be nice — but not just any cake.
"Maybe somebody will pop out of (the cake)," she says. "Let me think, who would I like to pop out of my cake? It would be somebody who is a member of the Opry. I know, Little Jimmy Dickens in a rhinestone Speedo and his hat."
If that should happen, dont worry I will at the show that night, and will definantly be reporting back all the excitment.
Donate Instruments To School Children During CMA Fest
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The Country Music Association is asking fans at next week's CMA Music Festival to help put instruments in the hands of schoolchildren. The CMA and the Nashville Alliance for Public Education are encouraging fans to bring long-forgotten, gently used band instruments to the Hall of Fame Park during the festival, which opens Thursday (June 11) and runs through Sunday.
The instruments will be donated to Nashville schools to supplement thousands of new instruments already purchased by the CMA with funds from the Music Festival.
Country singer Jimmy Wayne will be on hand Thursday to help volunteers collect instruments at the Dr Pepper-McDonald's Family Zone in the Hall of Fame Park.
For more details, click here.
Want To See Kellie During CMA Fest?
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Planning on being in Nashville next week for CMA Music Festival? Kellie will be doing a special show on Wednesday, June 10th and YOU can be in the audience!
CLICK HERE to win a pair of passes for you and a friend to attend the taping! FIFTY lucky people will be chosen at random to win a pair of tickets!
*Prize does not include travel or accommodations. Please only sign up if you will be able to make it to Nashville for the show.
Julianne Going To Host CMT Speical
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If you are by a TV on June 13, than you are going to want to watch CMT. They will be airing a special to take a look at this years nominees for the CMT Music Awards Video of the Year. The special will be hosted by Julianne Hough and each artist nominated will be showcased. You can still cast your vote here
Trace Adkins: "You're Gonna Miss This"
Kenny Chesney: "Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven"
Toby Keith: "God Love Her"
Kid Rock: "All Summer Long"
Lady Antebellum: "Lookin For A Good Time"
Brad Paisley: "Waiting On A Woman"
Rascal Flatts: "Every Day"
Sugarland: "All I Want To Do"
Taylor Swift: "Love Story"
Carrie Underwood: "Just A Dream"
Forget Where's Waldo! Where's Luke???
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If you are wondering where you can find Luke Bryan during the CMA Fest don't worry we got you covered.
Wednesday, June 10
7PM City of Hope Celebrity Softball Game
Thursday, June 11
10-11AM GAC Booth (#200) at the Convention Center
11-12PM CMT Booth at the Convention Center
1-3PM Fan Club Party at 12th and Porter
Friday June 12
7:30PM LP Field
10:20-10:50PM Jason Aldean Fan Club Party at Wildhorse Saloon
Darius Giving Away Shirts During CMA Fest
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Darius Rucker will be giving away a limited amount of "It's Alright by Me" shirts during the CMA Fest. So if you are going to be in town this week and want a shirt all you need to do it is email help@dariusrucker.com
* Full Name
* Cell phone number so they can contact you
* Which event you will be at
* What size shirt you would like
Gloriana Announces Album Release Date
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Gloriana announced on Access Hollywood yesterday that their first full album will be released on August 4, 2009. Personally i can't wait to get my hands on that album. I had a chance to see Gloriana live on the "Fearless" tour with Taylor Swift and I have to say that they are amazing performers. If you have the chance to catch a live show you will not be disappointed. In the meantime check out their video "Wild At Heart".
Toby Keith To Appear At Restaurant Opening
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Toby Keith is expected to attend the grand opening of the newest addition of his I Love This Bar & Grill in Mesa AZ today. The restaurant features 50 flat screen TV's, an 85 foot guitar shaped island bar, mechanical bull named "Toby", function rooms, and a gift shop. This will be Toby's fourth addition to his restaurant chain. Florida, Texas, Michigan, Minnesota, South Dakota and Colorado are other states planned for future locations.
This Is Why WE Love Keith Urban
Labels: Keith UrbanKeith Urban is not afraid to take his show INTO the crowd.
“Our goal every night is to play with the crowd, not at them.” Said Urban. “We designed the stage to make that possible. The truth is, that I don’t even know when I’ll leave the stage to go into the stands, but that’s what makes it so much fun, you never know what is going to happen. I’m having a lot of fun on this tour,” added Urban. “Its like the greatest toy box I’ve every played in.”
Nobody said that when you jump into a crowd of thousands of crazy fans, it would be easy. He has almost had a shirt ripped off his body, lost a guitar, and almost fallen. Check out what you might be in store for it you catch Keith's Escape Together World Tour this year.
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Dierks Rejects Dancing With The Stars
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Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough and Billy Ray Cyrus have all participated in "Dancing With The Stars," but not all country stars are up for it. Dierks Bentley tells "GAC Nights" that he was asked to be on the first season of "Dancing With The Stars," but he told producers there was no hope for him. He said he didn't care if they got the best trainer in the world, there's a reason why he picked up the guitar to meet girls: "Dancing was never gonna work." He says he does a really bad version of "The Running Man," but after that, it's pretty bad.
Flatts Passing On Hospital Fundraiser This Year
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Rascal Flatts will be taking this year off from the fundraiser they normally do every year for Vanderbilt’s Children’s Hospital. They have played at the hospital for the past four years straight at the Sommet Center. But band member Jay DeMarcus says:
“In a lot of the difficult economic times everybody seems to be going through right now, we felt like it was perfect time for us to take a year off and then hit it hard again next year with our Vanderbilt fundraiser.”
The members say the hospital is very near and dear to their hearts but decided to sit this one out. They did say they’ll probably be back next year, though. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
