Billy Ray Cyrus's new movie Christmas in Canaan, premiers December 12 at 8PM/ET on The Hallmark Channel. Nashville Gab found the music video "We'll Get By Somehow (We Always Do)" from the movie.
Billy Ray's Hallmark Movie Music Video
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Here is your friendly TV Reminder to get your DVR's ready for tomorrow night when Invitation Only: Carrie Underwood premiers on CMT. Check your local listings for time and channel.
Justin Moore Mourns The Death Of Two Close Family Members
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Justin Moore’s recent concert at The Hat Factory in Richmond, Virginia, had emotions running high. When Justin played “Grandpa,” a loving tribute to his ailing grandfather. He told the crowd that it has been getting harder and harder to perform the song live because his grandfather is hospitalized battling cancer.
Justin’s grandpa, Tom Moore, passed away soon after the Richmond concert, the day before Thanksgiving. You can watch Justin perform “Grandpa” here. To make a difficult time even harder, Justin also lost his Aunt Glenda this week, a woman he thought of as a “second mom,” he told fans on Twitter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Justin and his family during this difficult time.
Thanks to our reader Vicky Dobbin who is a country music lover in Falls Church, VA. Read her country music blog at www.lovemycountrymusic.com and follow her at http://twitter.com/vdobbin.
Got Country? Joining 10 Until 10 To Support Country Music Cares
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Got Country? has decided to join the rapidly growing list of great blogs, tweeters, or just great caring people. We will be donating $0.10 for every new follower until the 10th of December. The money raised from this will go to Christmas Kids. Here is who has joined in to help so far. The list continues to grow!
**If you click this link you can make sure you’re following all of the below users in seconds!** http://twitter.com/CntryMusicCares/ten-until-ten/members
Fan Twitters:
Whitney Duncan Fans: http://twitter.com/WhitDuncanFans
Blaine Larson Fans: http://twitter.com/BlaineFans
Blake Shelton Fans: http://twitter.com/BSersTweet & http://twitter.com/Big_Time_BSers
Brothers Covington Fans: http://twitter.com/BrosCovington
Carrie Underwood Fans: http://twitter.com/CUnews4Fans
Dierks Bentley Fans: http://twitter.com/dierksfans & http://twitter.com/dbcongress
Eli Young Band Fans: http://twitter.com/EYBFans
Gloriana Fans: http://twitter.com/glorianafans
Jake Owen Fans: http://twitter.com/JakeOwenFans
Jason Michael Carroll Fans: http://twitter.com/JMCs_Place
Joe Nichols Fans: http://twitter.com/JNRealThings
Josh Thompson Fans: http://twitter.com/TeamJThompson
Justin Moore Fans: http://twitter.com/Justin_Jammers
Kate & Kacey Fans: http://twitter.com/katenkaceyfans
Keith Anderson Fans: http://twitter.com/KAcomfans
Keith Urban Fans: http://twitter.com/ku_fans
Lady Antebellum Fans: http://twitter.com/LadyAfans
Mallary Hope Fans: http://twitter.com/MallarysFans
Other Participants:
Amy Wolf: http://twitter.com/_Amy_Wolf
Bobbi Lee: http://twitter.com/FavreIsGod
Country Girl News: http://twitter.com/countrygirlnews
Country Music Is Love: http://twitter.com/cmilove
Justin Viskoc: http://twitter.com/jmviskoc
NIXA Country: http://twitter.com/NixaCountry
Philly Country: http://twitter.com/phillycountry
Rum Chasers: http://twitter.com/rumchasers
After 12/10 the fan Twitters will personally make a donation to Christmas Kids! If you would like a tax receipt one can be provided. You can make your checks payable to “Christmas Kids” & mail them to the following address:
Christmas Kids
c/o Jennifer Graham
P.O. Box 2475
Paducah, KY 42002-2475
On top of every new follower on our Twitter account by clicking here, we will also donate 10 cents for every new fan on our facebook page. If you are not already a fan click here, and remember it is for a GREAT cause.
Catch Sugarland On Oprah Tomorrow
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Sugarland will appear on Oprah Monday, November 30 to promote their holiday album Gold And Green. The duo will perform a Christmas classic during the show with Oscar winning actress, Jennifer Hudson. This will mark Sugarland’s second appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show this year.
Reba's Performance On Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Labels: Reba McEntireIf you were to busy preparing your meal on Thanksgiving and missed Reba McEntire's performance on Macy's Thanksgiving Parade we got you covered.
Martina Thinks HDTV Sucks
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Martina McBride took to her Twitter account for a moment of venting this weekend, about HDTV.
“Okay. I’m just gonna say it. HDTV sucks. I’m so tired of everything looking like a home movie. How did we get talked into this?”
and continued with:
“When I watch tv,I want 2 B taken out of reality. Nothing has any filmic quality at all anymore. Sitcoms, videos,etc. all look cheap & weird.”
and finishing her rant with:
“But it is good for sports. There should just be ‘Sports HDTV’. The rest of it….noooooo.”
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Keith Urban Tour Dates For 2010
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April 24 Indio, CA Empire Polo Club
May 29 Baton Rouge, LA Bayou Country Superfest
June 27 Grand Junction, CO Country Jam USA
July 10 Fort Loramie, OH Country Concert 30th Anniversary
July 16 Sarnia, ON, Canada Sarnia Rogers Bayfest
July 30 Sweet Home, OR Oregon Jamboree
August 1 Camrose, AB, Canada Big Valley Jamboree
August 5 Detroit Lakes, MN WE Fest 2010
September 3 Allentown, PA Allentown Fair
September 4 Essex, VT The Champlain Valley Exposition
Little Texas Performs A Surprise Show In A Unlikely Venue
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What do you do when your high school marching band is out of town and your football team is hosting a regional playoff game? Well, if you're in the Nashville suburb of Brentwood , Tennessee, you have country rockers Little Texas fill in as your pep band.
That's what happened last Friday night, November 6th, as the hometown Brentwood Bruins hosted the Rossview Hawks in their regional playoff.
Just two days before the official end of their 20th Anniversary year, the morning of Nov. 6th brought a flurry of activity to the members of Little Texas, who had originally thought they would be enjoying a rare Friday off at home.
While perusing the local Brentwood news, Little Texas guitarist/vocalist Dwayne O'Brien read an article that said Brentwood's award-winning marching band would be out of town at an elite competition that was unfortunately conflicted with the football game. "I couldn't imagine a high school football game - much less a home playoff game - without some kind of a band," O'Brien said, "so I wanted to see if there was anything that I could do."
The civic-minded O'Brien was prompted into action and contacted Brentwood principal Kevin Keidel, who quickly gave an enthusiastic thumbs-up to the idea. "It was such a crazy notion and so last minute that I had no idea if we could pull it off," O'Brien said. "I didn't even know if the other guys were available or not." But a few phone calls later, fellow members Duane Propes, Porter Howell, and Del Gray were on board for the game, and local volunteers quickly pieced together a sound system for the event.
The band, clad in blue Brentwood Bruin jerseys, brought out the team with Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" and proceeded to crank out classic rock and roll between plays, taking requests from the student body. An all electric guitar version of the school's fight song rocked the stadium after every touchdown. They also performed a mini concert at halftime which included their hits "Kick a Little," and "God Blessed Texas," which was changed to "God Blessed Brentwood" to the cheers of the home grandstands. "We just wanted to make as much noise as we could to keep the spirit up during the game," O'Brien said. "The cheerleaders did a great job, the crowd was into it, and the team was on fire. It was a great night." Brentwood won 35 to 7.
Little Texas will continue their local stadium performance series when they sing the National Anthem at Vanderbilt Stadium as the Commodores host Kentucky on Saturday, November 14th.
Not Many But A Couple Rascal Flatts Tour Dates
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Rascal Flatts have been pretty slow at releasing dates for the second leg of their Unstoppable Tour. We do have some dates that have been confirmed and released.
December 11 Nashville, TN Ryman Auditorium
January 15 - 16 Uncasville, CT Mohegan Sun Arena
January 23 Charleston, WV Charleston Civic Center Coliseum
January 28 London, ON The John Labatt Centre
January 29 Ottawa, ON Scotiabank Place
January 30 Hamilton, ON Copps Coliseum
February 4 Evansville, IN Roberts Stadium
February 5 Auburn Hills, MI The Palace of Auburn Hills
February 18 Peoria, IL Peoria Civic Center Arena
Hopefully there is something in that list in your neck of the woods. Hey guys if you change the West Virginia to South Carolina I will be very happy! I would even settle for a Columbia stop.
Jake Owen Remembers 8 Hour Rides
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It takes a good eight hours to drive from Nashville to the Florida Panhandle, but Jake Owen used to make that trip regularly when things were tough during his early days in Music City. He needed to play some shows to pay the bills, and he wasn’t making much headway in country music’s capital.
It was a lonely time in Tennessee, but Jake is now experiencing a huge amount of popularity; in fact, his current single “Eight Second Ride” brought him into country’s Top 15 this week. The difference is stark.
“I remember the days when I left Tallahassee and moved up here to Nashville, and I didn’t know anybody,” Jake says. “I didn’t know one person. I just moved here with the intentions of meetin’ people, getting a record deal, and touring around the country. And spent a lot of time on my own, by myself, in my little apartment, and workin’ at a golf course as a caddy to earn some extra money, and having to drive all the way to Tallahassee to play a gig, eight hours away, to earn some money. And now, I catch myself sometimes goin’, ‘Man, do we really have four shows and five shows in a row this week?’ And then I’m like, ‘Wait a second! That’s awesome!’ You have to appreciate it. You know, I really do.”
With the holiday season upon us, Jake’s tour schedule is slowing down a bit, giving him some time to do some Christmas shopping and to rest up from some of those five-cities-in-five-nights runs. His next three-day stretch of shows comes next week when he plays Grand Rapids on Dec. 3; Chicago on Dec. 4; and Columbia, Mo., on Dec. 5.
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Winners Are!
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Christmas is right around the corner and what better way to celebrate than by getting early Christmas presents. The winners of Sugarland's Gold & Green Christmas album are. Michael and Amanda. Congratulations to both we will be sending an email for your contact information. If they do not respond within 24 hours we will draw a new name.
Carrie On CNN Heros: All Star Tribute
Labels: Carrie UnderwoodDid you happen to miss Carrie Underwood's performance at the CNN Heros: All Star Tribute? Don't worry we got you covered. Carrie sounded and looked beautiful as usual.
Keith Urban: Urban Development
Labels: Keith UrbanWatch the latest Urban Development Weekly Video, from the music video shoot for "Til Summer Comes Around," and Keith Urban's performance from the Verizon Wireless in Pasadena, CA
Keith Talks Sunday Rose and Possible Duet With Nicole
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We all know how musical talented Keith Urban is, and Nichole Kidman has shown that she can carry a tune also. So will their daughter Sunday Rose follow in their footsteps?
"She sounds quite musical," Keith told PEOPLE at the American Music Awards. "I sit her at the piano every morning. We play. We mash the keys together. So hopefully she'll have a little bit of that."
With his beautiful wife in the audience, Urban took home the Favorite Country Male Artist award, which he dedicated "to my wife, I just love you so much, baby girl." And though the couple have no immediate plans to collaborate on anything other than raising their family, Urban hinted a duet could eventually happen.
"We sort of do our own things professionally, but I love singing with her at home," he says. "I don't think anythings ever out of the question."
I see another Tim and Faith in the future!
Take A Listen To Danny Gokey's First Country Single
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Earlier this year, American Idol third place finisher Danny Gokey signed with RCA's Nashville label. Well he is getting ready to release his first country single "Best Days Are Ahead of Me". We want to know what you think of the song?
Happy Birthday
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Joe Nichols is celebrating his 33rd birthday today. This birthday boy has a lot to be thankful for during his Birthday/Thanksgiving celebration with the huge success of his newest album Old Things New.
Also celebrating a birthday today is Linda Davis who is turning 47. Linda is best-known for a Grammy-winning duet with Reba McEntire, on "Does He Love You.". She is also the mother of Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum.
Look What You Stumble Across While Surfing The Web
Labels: SugarlandFound this really good interview with Sugarland, when they appeared on Chelsea Lately.
Why is Jimmy Wayne Wearing A Pink Woman's Shirt??
Labels: Jimmy WayneOur Twitter friend FrontRowNews sent us this hysterical video on Jimmy Wayne rocking a pink woman's shirt. No matter what shirt he wears he still looks good.
Billy Ray Cyrus New Music Video To Have World Premiere on Hallmark Channel
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Billy Ray Cyrus will stage the world premiere of his newest music video exclusively on Hallmark Channel, Saturday November 28 during the premiere of the Hallmark Channel Original Movie "The National Tree" airing 8-10PM/ET. In addition, the song and video will get an unprecedented, multi platform roll out across a variety of Hallmark Channel websites and social networking accounts.
The new song, "We'll Get By Somehow (We Always Do)," the audio and video which were recently filmed at Cyrus' Nashville farm, was penned by Cyrus as an emotional response to the storyline of his new Hallmark Channel Original Movie, "Christmas in Canaan," which will premiere on the network Saturday, December 12 8PM/ET.
The excitement begins early for fans of Hallmark Channel USA on Facebook (www.facebook.com/hallmark), where Cyrus aficionados will get a rare opportunity to stream the song before the video's world premiere. Additional opportunities to access the song and the video will be announced at Twitter/HallmarkChannel, along with instructions on how fans can win one of 100 signed copies of his current CD, Back To Tennessee
Chris Young Celebrates His First #1?
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Chris Young celebrated his first #1 song "Getting You Home (the Little Black Dress Song)" at ASCAP yesterday. For snacks they ate adorable gingerbread cookies wearing pink bows and a little black dress of coarse.
There are lots more pictures from the party for your viewing pleasure here
Jason Aldean Releases 'Sessions' EP on iTunes
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Head on over to iTunes and grab your Jason Aldean's Sessions EP which features 8 live performances of some of our favorite songs.
1. Hicktown
2. Amarillo Sky
3. Johnny Cash
4. Why
5. She's Country
6. Big Green Tractor
7. Asphalt Cowboy
8. Crazy Town
Grab your copy of these awesome live songs here
Lady Antebellum's New Cover Art Released
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Lady Antebellum has released the cover art to their sophomore album Need You Now. What do you guys think of the cover? Personally I think they look terrific.
Tracy Lawrence Turkey Fry Raises $10,000 And Feeds Many Families
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Tracy Lawrence holds an annual benefit for the Nashville Rescue Mission called Tracy Lawrence "Mission Possible." He and more than 100 friends fried more than 400 turkeys for the meal kitchen's Thanksgiving dinner.
Lawrence received help from pals including Lorrie Morgan, Brad Arnold (Three Doors Down), Darryl Worley, Preston Brust (LoCash Cowboys), Burns & Poe, Robert Reynolds, Trent Tomlinson, The Roys, Ash Bowers, Lathan Moore and Michael Scott (the singer, not the character from NBC's The Office). Radio personalities Big D & Bubba also showed up to help, as did the Titans cheerleaders.
"I am always humbled by the outpouring of support and service from the folks that come out for the turkey fry," Lawrence said. "It was a great day and great to see so many people participate in an event that helps those less fortunate in Nashville. It is because of them, thousands will be fed on this holiday; it is because of them, I am truly thankful."
The crew also took donations of more than 600 turkeys and of nearly $10,000 in cash. The Rescue Mission shares the turkeys with other area non-profits including Second Harvest Food Bank and Meals on Wheels. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
The Food Network's Guy Fieri visits Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
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Guy Fieri, season two winner of The Next Food Network Star, and host of three Food Network Shows, “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives,” “Guy Off the Hook, “ and “Guys Big Bite” recently took time to pop in to Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge [client interest] on lower Broadway in Nashville. He came in a little after midnight with some of his production crew, as well as a few people from the cast of Bret Michael’s “Rock of Love” and stayed until closing time. Tootsie’s regular performer, Leslie Craig, invited him on stage to sing for a couple songs before they sat in the legendary front VIP booth for a few drinks.
Dierks Bentley Narrates Kasey Kahn DVD
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“The Rise of Kahne” re-introduces fans to the emergence of America’s top motorsport hero. This documentary style DVD narrated by Dierks Bentley presents fans with an insider’s gaze into Kasey’s life on and off the track. Within the 90 minute feature and exclusive bonus content- “The Rise of Kahne” documents Kasey from Washington to Indiana and finally North Carolina as he battles the racing ranks in a high-octane drive to stardom. Fans have a front row seat to watch Kasey charging toward his dream and chasing childhood heroes all while building the skills needed to make it to the top. Still, at each stop, the man has been surrounded by loving family and devoted fans. And at each step, the racer has left his mark on the record books. The DVD is available now here. The DVD will be available to ship approximately Dec. 12th. Product will ship by US priority mail unless customer calls 888-996-7227 to make other arrangements.
The Rise of Kahne - New Kasey Kahne DVD
Kasey Kahne | MySpace Video
Thanks to the DBCongress for the heads up on this story! Great work guys
Kate & Kacey Wants You To Vote For Their Next Video
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Kate & Kacey are asking the fans which song we want as their next video. "Honky Tonk Party Song" or "You Again (Gypsy Soul)" take a listen to both of them and cast your vote. I'm leaning for "You Again (Gypsy Soul)"
Love and Theft Launch Official Website
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Theftheads rejoice our prayers have been answered. The hot trio Love and Theft launched their official website yesterday. The site is jammed pack with great ways to stay connected with them, like photos, videos, tour information, news, and most important the LNT Store. Go check it out for yourself. Head on over to LoveandTheft.com.
Nichols, Pickler, Turner and Covington At WSSL Songwriters Showcase For St. Jude
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Local Greenville, SC, radio station WSSL Whistle-100 treated country music fans to a special treat on Nov. 18 and for a great cause. They held yet another successful Songwriters Showcase at the Blind Horse Saloon with free admission to fans to benefit St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. Tickets were raffled off for a signed guitar by all the artists with proceeds benefitting St. Jude's. Entertaining the fans was Joe Nichols, Kellie Pickler, Josh Turner and Bucky Covington. Fans came early and the line rolled through the parking lot and into the street long before the doors opened. The country music stars played to a packed house with each singer performing 5 songs each. It was a great night for the fans, the musicians and especially St. Jude's. 
Thanks Kim for covering this event and sending along some great pictures and video.
"The Blind Side" Scores BIG At The Box Office
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“The Blind Side,” starring Sandra Bullock and Tim McGraw grossed $34.5 million in sales landing at No.2 at the box office this weekend, falling behind the No.1 vampire flick, “The Twilight Saga: New Moon.” Have you seen the film yet? We want to know what you thought of it.
Miles & Music Invaded Phoenix
Labels: Dierks BentleyWith the great success of Miles & Music in Nashville, Dierks Bentley is now going national with the campaign. This past weekend Phoenix, AZ was the city to be. This particular stop was to help raise money for the Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Andy Griggs' Dog Missing After House Fire
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"We are doing good. My family and I thank you for your prayers. I can actually feel them," he commented. While Andy and his family are fine, it is being reported that his dog is missing.
Lexie, a Miniature Yorkshire Terrier, survived the fire but was running around the yard when the fire department was fighting the fire. In all of the confusion the family couldn’t retrieve her in time and now she is missing. Andy is asking that anyone who may find her to please call the phone number on her tag or please call Splash! Public Relations at 615-321-1383.
You Can Help Red Roof Inn and Phil Vassar Feed America This Thanksgiving
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Red Roof® guests will be high-fiving this Thanksgiving week when they pocket a five dollar bill for making a dollar donation to charity. Red Roof will give $5 cash back to every guest making a minimum $1 donation to Feeding America® during the week of Thanksgiving, Sunday Nov. 22 through Sunday Nov. 29. Donations must be made at the property and guests will receive the rebate upon check out; the $5 back is per stay, not per night. It is Red Roof’s way of giving back and showing their thanks by teaming up with Feeding America and Country Music artist and Red Roof Brand Ambassador, Phil Vassar to help put food on American tables over the holidays.
Country Music star Phil Vassar, who recently released his single, “Everywhere I Go,” earlier this year, was the spark for this promotion. Vassar, a Red Roof Brand Ambassador and an invaluable part of the company’s Red Roof Loves Country campaign, is also a national spokesman for Feeding America and tirelessly raises money for the organization.
“Feeding America gives to so many across this country,” says Vassar. “I’ve always been a big supporter of theirs because I believe in their mission, their purpose and their amazing results; their network supports approximately 63,000 local charitable agencies that distribute food directly to Americans in need.”
“Everywhere our guests go this season, and check in at a Red Roof, they will have the opportunity to show their holiday spirit by giving to a worthy cause,” says Marina MacDonald, SVP, Sales and Marketing, Red Roof Inn. “Red Roof is happy to reward our guests’ generosity—it’s the perfect way to celebrate Thanksgiving.”
The promotion will also be supported through various channels including a series of Phil Vassar radio interviews across the country; radio promotions; Redroof.com banners that link to the Feeding America website for additional donations; a reservation center on-hold message recorded by Vassar; lobby posters and front desk materials in 350+ hotels; and a GAC-TV spot tag among other initiatives. The Red Roof Thanksgiving High Five promotion kicks off a season of savings for Red Roof guests this winter. See their Snowbird and Red Hot Deals Travel Roundups to learn more and go to redroof.com for full details Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Trent Tomlinson Releases 3 Song EP
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Trent Tomlinson is set to release a three song digital exclusive EP, A Guy Like Me, on Nov. 23 at all online music stores. The project features previously unreleased tracks “That’s How It Still Ought To Be” and “Henry Cartwright’s Produce Stand,” plus Tomlinson’s single, “Angels Like Her.”
Dolly Parton To Open Trinkets & Treasures
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Dolly Parton is opening her first retail store in downtown Nashville this week. Starting tomorrow (11/24) fans can hit 2nd Ave. to shop for Dolly merch and music at Dolly Parton’s Trinkets & Treasures. There will be a listening post, apparel, jewelry and more.
The design and decor of Dolly Parton’s Trinkets & Treasures is inspired by Parton’s classic song “Coat of Many Colors,” with a mix of pink, yellow, red, blue, green and purple–both in the interior and exterior. Of course, Dolly music and videos will fill the space.
It is located at 126 2nd Ave North, Nashville, TN (next door to the Wildhorse Saloon). The store will celebrate its grand opening in Spring 2010 with a special event hosted by Dolly herself.
2010 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo Is Star Studded
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If you're in the mood for a good rodeo and great country music, you might want to plan your next vacation for February in San Antonio, Texas. The 2010 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, which runs Feb. 4-21, boasts a star-studded lineup of entertainment.
Toby Keith has been announced as the Feb. 18 headliner. Other performers include Randy Houser, Lady Antebellum, Tim McGraw, John Rich, Cowboy Troy, Darius Rucker, James Otto, Rodney Atkins, Blake Shelton, Dierks Bentley, Trace Adkins, Alan Jackson and Jake Owen. And that list is set to get even more star power, as the rodeo's organizers say the entertainment schedule is still "under construction," as they secure more acts.
And, of course, in addition to the country performances, there are the usual rodeo activities that include bull riding, saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, team roping and barrel racing. The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is a volunteer organization that helps promote agriculture and education awareness for youth in Texas. Click here for more information.
Lance Smith Departs CMT
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CMT's Lance Smith is leaving the network after nearly a decade of hosting the CMT's Top 20 Countdown along with award shows, and other special events.
In a press statement, Lance said:
“I’ll continue to pursue a place in front of a mic or camera, but it will be under a different set of lights.” Smith continues, “Once upon a time, before my decade long stint as a host, I was an actor and it’s time to wear that hat once again. I will forever be grateful for every chance and opportunity given to me by CMT and Country Music. There’s not a better fan base in the world. But most of all I will miss the crews—my friends behind the scenes. It’s the show behind the curtain that I was most fortunate to see.”
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Gloriana Walks Away Breakthrough Artist of the Year
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What were the odds of country group Gloriana beating pop sensation Lady GaGa for the fan-voted Breakthrough Artist of the Year prize at Sunday evening's American Music Awards?
"It was like the Browns playing the Colts, for sure," said Gloriana's Tom Gossin. "We didn't think we had a chance."
Well apparently the odds were pretty good since they walked away with the trophey. At one point during their speech they asked the audience to show hands if they had idea who they were.
"Our fans threw voting parties, and we had such an over-the-top response," Gossin said. "And I'm not going to lie, I voted a few times, too. When we were on the bus and got bored, we'd vote."
Congratulations guys for a well deserved win! Gloriana released a little video for their fans that made the award possible.
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Andy Griggs' Looses Home To Fire
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Andy Griggs lost his home to a devastating fire this past Saturday. He and his family escaped without harm, but their home was damaged very bad and is reported a complete loss. There are no more details at this time.
Andy and his family are strong in their spiritual faith and they are very appreciative to be alive. Andy is very touched by all of the support of his fans and all of the messages of concern. He wants to assure everyone that he and his family are fine and he expresses his most sincere thanks to all of this fans and friends for their thoughts and prayers at this time.
Sound & Speed Returns January 8-9 2010
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For the fifth consecutive year, the worlds of country music and NASCAR will collide in Music City for Sprint Sound & Speed Presented by SunTrust on Jan. 8-9, 2010. Since its inception, the event has attracted an estimated 40,000 fans and has raised more than $800,000 for Victory Junction (a year-round camping experience founded by Kyle and Pattie Petty for children, ages 6-16, with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses) and the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Some of the greatest names in country music will kick off the two-day event at the Grand Ole Opry when Sprint Sound & Speed Presented by SunTrust hits the stage of the Ryman Auditorium on Friday, Jan 8 The special night of music will include two shows, 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., with Hank Williams Jr. (9:30 p.m. show ), Chris Young, a special performance from NASCAR legend Kyle Petty and his band, and more artists soon to be added. There will also be appearances featuring Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers Greg Biffle and Kasey Kahne and others, during the Friday night event.
On Saturday, Jan. 9 the event continues at Nashville's Municipal Auditorium, where fans of racing and country music will have the opportunity to get up-close and personal with drivers, team owners, and top-name artists for autographs, story-telling, and question-and-answer sessions. The fan event will feature show car and sponsor displays, as well as a charitable auction with memorabilia from the racing and entertainment industries. Among the NASCAR stars scheduled to appear are Dale Earnhardt Jr., Tony Stewart, Denny Hamlin, Kasey Kahne, Michael Waltrip, Clint Bowyer, Reed Sorenson, and David Stremme, along with country music stars Jason Michael Carroll, Josh Turner, members of Diamond Rio, and Chris Young with more drivers and country music artists joining the star-studded line-up in the coming weeks.
Tickets for the Opry at the Ryman shows on Friday, Jan. 8 (ranging from $32 to $54) and the festival on Jan. 9 ($20 for adults and $12 for children) are on sale and are available throughTicketMaster (ticketmaster.com) and at opry.com. Combination tickets, good for the Opry and the festival, will go on sale Dec. 2 and range from $55 to $69. Visit www.soundandspeed.org for more information and updates.
Shane Wyatt Ready To Release Second Single "Whole Lotta Love"
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Proud of his Oklahoma upbringing and excited to be following in the footsteps of fellow Okies who became country legends like Garth Brooks, Vince Gill and Toby Keith, multi-talented Oklahoma born and bred singer-songwriter Shane Wyatt is enjoying his status as The Last Cowboy, sharing concert and club stages with country music stars throughout the South and Midwest with the release of his popular indie debut.
The album’s second single “Whole Lotta Love,” a high spirited throwback to classic country music, received airplay this past spring and summer on over 200 stations across the U.S. , with its most powerful showings on outlets throughout the South and Midwest . The track also caught steam across the Pond, hitting the Top Ten on the European Country Association chart via airplay in Germany , Italy and England . His latest single, the ballad “She Could Do Better,” has quickly scored similar airplay stats.
While dividing his time in recent months between weekday visits and live in studio performances at radio stations across the map to a whirlwind of gigs across his adopted home region of the Upper Midwest, Wyatt—who was named one of the Hot 100 Unsigned Bands & Artists of 2008 by Music Connection Magazine--has also opened for an exciting roster of country icons: his hero Randy Travis (at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, where Buddy Holly did his last performance), The Bellamy Brothers and Eric Church.
In late June, the charismatic performer also kicked things off on the big stage at Country Fest in Cadott, Wisconsin , a several day event whose roster this year included Chuck Wicks, Joe Nichols, Kellie Pickler, Montgomery Gentry and George Strait.
Another testament to Wyatt’s growing popularity among country music peers and fans is his recent entry into a sponsorship with Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands, fresh clothing and accessories capturing the heartfelt pride of the farming lifestyle. The partnership is a perfect fit for many reasons, given Wyatt’s rural upbringing and down-home musical style.
Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands is an ongoing supporter of Wyatt’s radio tour promoting The Last Cowboy, which has included stops in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Texas, Oklahoma and Minnesota. Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands is promoting Wyatt via its digital marketing, including its consumer website, Facebook and email blasts and is exploring cards for fans to receive a free music download from Wyatt. Additionally, Farm Boy & Farm Girl brands is providing clothing and accessories for listener giveaways and other special events.
Wyatt’s breakthroughs to this point should inspire a lot of other indie artists who wonder if simple persistence—backed of course by relentless, can’t be denied talent—is enough to take their careers to the next level. A huge fan of Aldean’s 2007 hit album Relentless, the singer boldly contacted its producer Michael Knox, who in turn hooked him up with Mike Noble, the studio coordinator for the Aldean project and a major player in Music City whose songs have been recorded by everyone from George Jones and Kenny Rogers to Brooks & Dunn and Restless Heart.
Beyond the Oklahoma pedigree, Wyatt shares a key musical influence with Garth Brooks—an appreciation for the late great Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Chris LeDoux, a former rodeo champion who recorded 36 albums (many self-released) and sold over six million units over the course of 30 years. He shot to national prominence when Brooks mentioned him in his song “Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old”), and years later Brooks offered to donate part of his liver to LeDoux when the singer needed a transplant.
“The most exciting part of my career so far is that The Last Cowboy has received a lot of recognition just from some basic grass roots promotion,” Wyatt says. “I love it all, from introducing my fans to LeDoux songs they may never have heard before to touching people with my songs and hearing their personal stories about how they connect with them. When you’ve written a new song and see people out there singing along, there’s nothing like it. I love when they get the same feeling that I had the minute I started writing it.”
A couple months ago we had the priviledge to chat with Shane. You can click here to read the interview. For more information on how you can grab a copy of Shane's album The Last Cowboy visit www.shanewyatt.com Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Stormy Montana Wants YOU To Pick Her Single
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Which song will Stormy Montana will release as a single and do a video on from her CD "Someone Like Me"? Well she is leaving that up to the fans.
Integrated with Twitter and in partnership with new Tech start-up Crowd Campaign, Stormy is having a 'Pick My Single' contest. There will be FOUR winners for participating - ONE will win an Autographed "Someone Like Me" CD and Limited Edition Stormy Montana T-shirt. THREE will win an Autographed "Someone Like Me" CD. You can find the contest and details here
Keith Urban's Acoustic Show In California
Labels: Keith UrbanLast week we told you that Keith Urban was going to hold an acoustic show at a Verizon Wireless Store in Pasadena, CA yesterday. Here are some video from what looked like a great show.
Fan Review: Billy Currington At Coyote Joe's
Labels: Billy Currington
Our friend James attended the Billy Currington show at Coyote Joe's and passed along a little write up and pictures from the show.
I attended the Billy Currington show at Coyote Joe's last night 11/21/09. The show opened with Everything followed by I Got A Feeling. Currington appeared in great spirits and the whole mood of the show was extremely positive and fun. Currington keeps things country but with an interesting soulful vibe very clear on the popular hit Don't as well as Must Be Doing Something Right which of course all the ladies loved
Show closed after an hour and 15 minutes with a cover of The Chair by George Strait followed by Superstitious and sending everyone home happy with Good Directions. The crowd ate it all up. Currington said this was the final stop on the tour and the band all had fun during the show. The keyboard player even engaged in some crowd surfing at one point. One of the largest crowds at Joe's all year was in attendance. Cant wait till next time
Thanks again James for the write up. Sounds like Billy put on a great show and that the fans all left very pleased! Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
TV Reminder for 11/20
Labels: Billy Curringnton, c, Larry the Cable Guy, Zac Brown Band
Larry the Cable Guy's Hula-palooza Christmas Luau 9PM/ET on CMT featuring Billy Currington and Zac Brown Band
Lyle Lovett on David Letterman
Check local listings for time and channel
ATTENTION Flatts Fans In Huntingdon, W. VA Area
Labels: Rascal Flatts
If you are a Rascal Flatts fan and live in the Huntington, W.Va area you are in luck! The guys will participate in an episode of Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution TV show which is being taped tomorrow. The 30-minute acoustic concert will begin at 2:30 p.m. at the Keith-Albee Theatre, so get there early I am sure it will be packed. The episode, hosted by the celebrity chef, is expected to air on ABC in February. We would love to know if any of our readers are planning on attending.
John Rich Gets Assault and Harassment Charges Dropped
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A Nashville judge has dismissed assault and harassment charges against John Rich in connection with an altercation involving former Nashville Star contestant Jared Ashley. Following testimony today General Sessions Judge John Aaron Holt dismissed the criminal charges that were filed after Ashley claimed Rich "sucker punched" him in the jaw in March at the Big & Rich member's private club, the Spot, in downtown Nashville. Rich said Ashley entered the club without permission and refused to cooperate when security guards asked him to leave. During today's hearing, Rich acknowledged he pushed Ashley but denied that he punched him. He testified, "In one motion, I took his drink out of his hand and pushed him back out of my space." In dismissing the charges, the judge noted that the Spot is a private club and that there was no evidence that Ashley sustained any injuries.“This was a private club, there was no evidence of physical injuries, or pictures of bruising or cuts… If he hit (Ashley) in the jaw with that big ring I see he’s wearing, it would’ve cut him, although I don’t know if he was wearing it at that time.”
Today's hearing was in connection with the criminal charges, but Rich and Ashley's civil suits against each other are still pending.
Reba Joins Billy Currington At Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
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Reba McEntire and the Broadway casts of West Side Story, Ragtime and Dreamgirls will perform during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City on Thursday (Nov. 26).
Billy Currington will also ride on a float in the parade. This year, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will follow a new route, not taking Broadway for the first time in its history. The parade will air on NBC.
Jimmy Wayne's First Ever Web Chat
Labels: Jimmy Wayne
Mark your calendars for Monday, November 23 at 8PM/ET. That is when Jimmy Wayne will host a live Ustream video chat with fans. The chat offers fans a chance to connect with Jimmy on his first-ever live video chat which will be accessible via Jimmy’s MySpace, Facebook and Twitter pages as well as The Valory Music co. website and Ustream.tv.
Jimmy and his band will also perform a special acoustic concert for the live audience featuring fan favorites and songs from his new album, 'Sara Smile', which is available in stores that same day.
Wynonna Is Heading To Oprah
Labels: Wynonna
Wynonna Judd is heading to The Oprah Winfrey Show next Tuesday, Nov. 24.
The Tuesday episode will show a homecoming celebration Winfrey recently held at Fort Bragg for the 82nd Airborne Division, 3rd Brigade Combat Team returning from Iraq.
Judd made a surprise appearance at the celebration and performed with the Palmetto State Quartet as a salute to the troops and their families.
Judd's 3rd annual A Classic Christmas holiday tour starts on November 28 in Hershey, Penn. and ends on December 20 in Las Vegas. For more information on her tour click here
Happy Birthday
Labels: Dierks Bentley, Josh Turner
Got Country? would like to wish Josh Turner a Happy Birthday. Josh is celebrating turning 32 today.
Dierks Bentley is also celebrating a Birthday today. Dierks will be celebrating turning 34 today. Congratulations to both Josh and Dierks hope you enjoy your day.
TV Reminder
Labels: Carrie Underwood
If your haven't had your fill of Carrie Underwood yet no worries. You can catch Carrie on Jimmy Kimmel tonight. Check your local listings for time and channel.
Jimmy Wayne: "Sara Smile"
Labels: Jimmy Wayne
WOW!!!! Jimmy Wayne has been answering all my prayers lately. First, I was hoping for a new album to be released soon, well that was answered when his new album is due to hit stores November 23. Second, I have always wanted Jimmy to record "Sara Smile" after the first time I heard him sing it live. Well this one gets a double check not only did he record it, but it is the name of his new album. But the cherry on top of all of this was when I came home tonight to find the new video for "Sara Smile" WOW, WOW, WOW loving this video. And as for Mr. King Ping Jimmy Wayne himself, if I don't see this man up on the stage accepting an award pretty soon there is something wrong with this picture.
Julianne Hough NOT Returning To DWTS Next Season
Labels: Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough will not returning for the ninth season of Dancing With the Stars, according to an interview with Ryan Seacrest on Monday night in Los Angeles. Hough was attending the film premiere of New Moon in Los Angeles. She did not elaborate about returning to the show in future seasons.
ATTENTION All Keith Urban Fans In Los Angeles Area
Labels: Keith Urban
On Saturday, Keith Urban can yell into his microphone: "Hello, Pasadena." He'll be giving another free acoustic concert. This one is in the parking lot of a Verizon Wireless store in Pasadena, near Los Angeles. It's at 2 in the afternoon. Details are at www.KeithUrban.net
Taylor Swift Is One Of NBC's "People Of The Year"
Labels: Taylor Swift
This has been Taylor Swift's year and NBC agrees. Along with a few others, Swift will be profiled in an NBC special on Thanksgiving night called "People of the Year." Matt Lauer does the interviews. Also on the special are Susan Boyle, Kobe Bryant, Octomom Nadya Suleman, the captain who landed his plane in the Hudson River and the captain of that freighter that was attacked by Somali pirates last spring and held hostage.
Check local listings for times and channel.
Josh Kelley Following In His Brother's Footsteps and Going Country
Labels: Josh Kelley, Lady Antebellum
Pop singer/songwriter Josh Kelley – brother of Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley – has signed a deal with a Nashville country label. And it’s not Lady A’s label.
“Country is where I’m going to live out the rest of my career,” Josh tells Entertainment Weekly, which also has a sampling of Josh’s upcoming country sounds. “This is the style and level of songwriting that I’ve always wanted. I’m coming home.”
Josh is signed with Universal Music Group, home to Billy Currington, Julianne Hough and others. His album is set to come out next year.
Josh, married to Grey’s Anatomy star Katherine Heigl, is said to be going back and forth between here and L.A. to make the album.
Kellie Pickler Is No Stranger To Going Overseas
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For the last two years, Kellie Pickler has traveled overseas to entertain the troops. She has now made it official that she will be heading over for her third USO Tour. Shortly after Christmas she will fly out to visit US troops stationed in the Persian Gulf, but she isn't going along. This year Kellie will be bringing Jamey Johnson and Randy Houser along with her.
Keith Urban Video Shoot For "Till Summer Comes Around"
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I love opening up my email and finding some great pictures of Keith Urban on location filming his upcoming video for "Till Summer Comes Around". The person who sent me these great pictures, wishes to remain anonymous but we thank you!
George Strait To Make Cameo Appearance In "A Pure Country Gift"
Labels: George Strait
George Strait plans to head back to the big screen by appearing in A Pure Country Gift, not so much a sequel as a related follow-up to 1992’s Pure Country, which featured Strait in the lead role of Dusty Chandler.
It's been reported that Strait was set to take a starring role, but Strait's reps indicated that the country singer would make a cameo appearance in the film. A release date for the film is still forthcoming.
CMT Crossroads: Jimmy Buffett and Zac Brown Band
Labels: Alison Krauss, Jimmy Buffett, Keith Urban, Leann Rimes, Little Big Town, Reba McEntire, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Zac Brown Band
Known for his high-energy sold-out shows, beach inspired tropical tunes and devoted and enthusiastic fans, singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett will share the stage with this year’s breakout artist known for its Southern Rock and dynamic stage show, the Zac Brown Band. They team up for the latest episode of the critically-acclaimed CMT CROSSROADS series. CMT CROSSROADS: JIMMY BUFFETT AND ZAC BROWN BAND will tape before an invitation only audience next month in Nashville. The episode will premiere in March, 2010 on CMT.
Zac Brown Band are currently on the road with their "Breaking Southern Ground" national tour, headlining arenas and amphitheatres. Behind only Lady Gaga, Zac Brown Band are the biggest selling new artist of 2009 with their platinum debut album "The Foundation" (Atlantic Records/Home Grown/Big Picture) and three No.1 hit singles. Earlier this year, Zac Brown Band won an ACM Award and two CMT Awards in addition to receiving four CMA nominations. The band is currently nominated for two AMA Awards...
Jimmy Buffett and Zac Brown Band join an elite group of performers who have taped CMT CROSSROADS, which pairs country music stars with popular artists from other genres—pop, rock, R&B—to play together, swap stories, and share their common love of music. Previous episodes of CROSSROADS have included 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.
Happy Birthday
Labels: Billy Currington
Got Country? would like to wish Billy Currington a very Happy Birthday. Billy is turning
TV Reminder
Labels: Carrie Underwood
Set those DVR's to catch Carrie Underwood on Jimmy Kimmel tomorrow night.
Fan Review: Gary Allan Rocked The Tabernacle
Labels: Gary Allan
Friday Nov 13 at the Tabernacle in Atlanta was rocking! The Eli Young Band opened up the show and got things started singing several songs including "Always The Love Song" and "When It Rains", then Jack Ingram took the stage and was really awesome singing songs which included "Barbie Doll" and "Barefoot and Crazy". Then the time of the night everybody had been waiting on came as Gary Allan took the stage singing one of his new songs "Get Off On The Pain". The crowd went wild and the sound in the Tabernacle was awesome! He continued his set with favorites "Shes so California", "Nothing On But the Radio", "Learning How to Bend", "Best I Ever Had" and more.. He sang the song "Today" that will be on his new cd! Gary along with the rest of the band put on a Great show. They ended the night with "Drinkin Dark Whiskey" and Garys dog Lucy joined them on stage. She is adoreable!The night was great and several of us got ready to hit the road the next morning to drive to Charlotte NC for the next Gary show!
Thanks again Angie for a great rundown of the show. Wish we could of been there with you...Next time.
Thank you to Kim for the video footage!
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Kix Brooks Makes Surprise Visit To Tootsie's Orchid Lounge
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Last night, Kix Brooks (of Brooks & Dunn fame) dropped into country music’s legendary honky-tonk, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Lower Broadway in Nashville, where he surprised patrons with impromptu performances on both the front and back stages. He then snapped a photo with two of Tootsie’s hottie bartenders before settling into the famous front corner booth to sip on Miller Lites and Crown Royal.
George Strait Adds Another Beauty To His 2010 Tour
Labels: George Strait, Lee Ann Womack, Reba McEntire
The King of Country Music George Strait has added award-wining and platinum recording artist Lee Ann Womack to his previously announced arena tour with Entertainment Superstar Reba McEntire. The tour kicks off in early 2010 and continues through late Spring.
“I can't imagine a better tour to be on than George Strait and Reba McEntire --- and now I'm not imagining!” Womack added jokingly, “I'm trying to figure out what to wear...cause you can't out-starch George and you sure can't out-spangle Reba!”
Now this is going to be one amazing tour. Check out the dates listed below to see if they will be hitting a city near you.
22-Jan Baltimore, MD 1st Mariner
23-Jan Greensboro, NC Coliseum
29-Jan Knoxville, TN Thompson Boling
30-Jan Charlottesville, VA JPJ Arena
5-Feb Phoenix, AZ US Airways
6-Feb Las Vegas, NV MGM Garden Arena
18-Feb St Louis, MO Scottrade Center
19-Feb Wichita, KS Intrust Bank Arena
20-Feb Tulsa, OK BOK Arena
25-Feb Atlanta, GA Philips Arena
26-Feb Orlando, FL Amway Arena
4-Mar Memphis, TN FedEx Forum
5-Mar New Orleans, LA New Orleans Arena
6-Mar Little Rock, AR Verizon
26-Mar Portland, OR The Rose Garden
27-Mar Tacoma, WA Tacomadome
8-Apr Omaha, NE Qwest Center
9-Apr Kansas City, MO Sprint Center
10-Apr Des Moines, IA Wells Fargo Arena
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Carrie Underwood Spills Secrets On Holiday Special
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Carrie Underwood is "excited" about her upcoming Christmas special, "Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Holiday Special," which is set to air Mon., Dec. 7 at 8PM/ET on FOX-TV. The two-hour special features several special guests and Underwood acting in skits and performing traditional Christmas songs, as well as classic songs and songs from Underwood's new album Play On.
"I've seen the Mandrel Sisters before, but that wasn't something we gathered around to watch," Underwood said. "[The special] was a lot of fun to tape and I'm glad to see that format may be catching on again."
Among the guests confirmed for the special are:
Dolly Parton - Parton and Underwood sing Parton's classic hit "I Will Always Love You" and Parton sings her holiday hit "Hard Candy Christmas."
Brad Paisley - Paisley wasn't able to make the taping in Nashville in mid-October, so the producers arranged for him to do two portions via satellite with Underwood.
Also performing on the show are David Cook, Kristin Chenoweth, and Christina Applegate.
Underwood also mentioned that she does plan to record a full Christmas album. Previously, five tracks were released as a supplement disc to Carnival Ride. "I love classic Christmas songs and I love doing things very traditionally. I've got to finish the album."
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Carrie Underwood Stops By Ellen Today
Labels: Carrie UnderwoodCarrie Underwood visited comedian/future Idol judge Ellen DeGeneres on her daytime talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show today.
Underwood performed "Before He Cheats" and "Cowboy Casanova" on the show, and sat down with DeGeneres to talk about her music and her relationship with Ottawa Senators player Mike Fisher:
Sneak Peak At Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D
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Having wrapped country music's biggest tour of 2009 in Indianapolis this September, Kenny Chesney takes his high-impact concert experience into another dimension with the April 2010 3-D movie slated for national release via Sony Pictures Entertainment's The Hot Ticket. Fans of the man who's sold in excess of a million tickets each of the past 8 summers - and who played a dozen major stadiums last year - can get their first taste of the up close and right there “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D” thanks to our friends at The Boot
Having wrapped country music's biggest tour of 2009 in Indianapolis this September, Kenny Chesney takes his high-impact concert experience into another dimension with the April 2010 3-D movie slated for national release via Sony Pictures Entertainment's The Hot Ticket. Fans of the man who's sold in excess of a million tickets each of the past 8 summers - and who played a dozen major stadiums last year - can get their first taste of the up close and right there “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D” at Noon Pacific Time Wednesday November 18th at Moviefone, AOL Music and The Boot.
“It's amazing to me how intense this footage is,” Chesney says of the film that is now being edited in several cities across the country. “It's me in a way I've never seen myself - and I can't wait to share it with my fans. I put all of myself into my shows, a lot of heart and sweat and stuff most people might not think is all that important, but I do… and always have. This film captures every little detail in a way that makes it even more important than I thought it was when we were working on it, and it makes my fans even more in my face than when I'm onstage, which is great! So I am completely thrilled that there's something we're able to give people a taste of the film with. Obviously, it's not 3-D, but it's pretty invested in what Joe Thomas, the director, is trying to help us capture. April is a long way away, and I know I don't want to wait that long to let people get a peak at what we're doing.”
With no major tour next year for the 4-time and record-holding Country Music Association and 4-consecutive Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year, “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D” will be the best way to see the man who makes summer official. Shot over 6 nights in 5 stadiums, the movie celebrates all the fun, moments, memories and friendship that going to a Chesney show is made of - and does so in format that only the Rolling Stones and U2 have so far embraced.
For the fans at Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Seattle, Boston and Indianapolis' sold out stadiums shows, they can live those songs again - through the comprehensive coverage of 22 3-D camera rigs, a blimp and several ancillary cameras. To get a sense of what the fuss is all about, one need only hit any of the above mentioned sites - or www.KennyChesney.com to get their first peak of what will easily be the most hard-hitting country concert film ever.
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Lady Antebellum Enjoying Their Biggest Sales Week Ever
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Capitol Records Nashville’s trio and CMAs Vocal Group of the Year Lady Antebellum are enjoying their biggest sales week ever – even after an astounding 83 weeks on the Billboard country albums chart. The group sold 45,228 albums this week (a 130% increase from last week) beating their self-titled Platinum® selling debut album street week number of 43,384 albums sold.
After the group’s passionate CMA Awards performance of “Need You Now,” their current smash and title track of their forthcoming album, the single shot straight to the top of the all-genre digital charts at iTunes and Amazon Mp3 and is Verizon’s #1 selling country ringback and ringtone (#3 ringtone and #2 ringback overall).
The good news kept rolling in for Lady A when the RIAA certified their debut single “Love Don’t Live Here” and their current smash “Need You Now” GOLD® this week. In addition, “Need You Now” is sitting at the top of both the Billboard and Mediabase/Country Aircheck charts and is spending its sixth consecutive week at No. 1 on the Billboard Canada chart.
Lady Antebellum is gearing up for the release of their sophomore album Need You Now on Jan. 26, 2010. They will finish up a few remaining tour dates through the end of the year and then join megastar Tim McGraw on his “Southern Voice” tour at the beginning of next year. For behind-the-scenes videos from the studio, visit www.ladyantebellum.com
Keith Urban Opens Up About His Rough Ride To Country Fame During The Sunday Morning Show
Labels: Keith Urban
At the crossroads of pop, rock and country there is Keith Urban. Last Sunday Keith sat down with CBS Sunday Morning, for one of the best interview I have ever seen Keith do. Keith opens up about his music, Sunday Rose, Nicole, and rehab.
The Grammy-winning, platinum-selling country star has mastered the idea of the big tent with something for everyone.
His goal is to reach out to as many fans as possible, sometimes literally: Urban routinely plunges into the crowd and makes his way to a remote stage to give the people in the back of the house what appears to be the thrill of their lives. To read the entire interview click here
Ashley Ray Pushed Back Date of New Single Until Nov 24
Labels: Ashley Ray, Eli Young Band
***UPDATE***
The release date for the digial single has been pushed back to November 24
The new digital single from Ashley Ray will be released to digital retailers tomorrow. The new track, "Dirt Cheap," features Ashley Ray singing with Mike Eli from the Eli Young Band. It's a great collaboration for the two. For more information on Ashley Ray you can head over to her MySpace page http://www.myspace.com/ashleyray to hear the new digital single. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Ryan Seacrest Interviews Julianne Hough at New Moon Premiere
Labels: Julianne Hough
At the New Moon Premiere Monday night. Ryan Seacrest covers a lot of stuff in the 3 and a half minutes or so mark. Very interesting answer to the Chuck question, and talks about her new album she's working on (and was blushing, apparently, which is strange considering what's been going on...) and why she's black and blue and beat up with rug burns all over (while filming for Burlesque). Thanks to one of our readers for passing this information along.
TV Reminder
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Larry the Cable Guy
Just your friendly TV reminder for Wednesday 11/18 so get your DVR's ready.
Carrie Underwood will be on Ellen DeGeneres
Larry The Cable Guy will be on Jay Leno
Please check your local listings for times and channels.
Another Step Closer To Taylor Swift Ruling The World
Labels: Taylor Swift
American Greetings today announced it's bringing one of entertainment's most gifted writers and storytellers to the greeting card aisle! Taylor Swift has partnered with American Greetings Corp. and what will Miss Taylor be doing? why writing greeting cards of coarse. The country/pop superstar will create a line of greeting cards, gift packaging, stationery, online photo personalization products and online greetings. Product will begin arriving on store shelves and be available online in spring 2010.
The exclusive partnership provides a new opportunity for Taylor Swift fans and greeting card enthusiasts to connect with the people closest to them through Taylor's words.
"We are absolutely thrilled and honored to introduce Taylor Swift as the newest writer and creative contributor to the American Greetings family," stated Zev Weiss, Chief Executive Officer at American Greetings. "Her abilities as a storyteller and songwriter make her a natural at writing cards for consumers of all ages. She has the unique ability to connect with her fans through life experiences and greeting cards do the same--cards help people express, connect and celebrate these events with the important people in their lives. We believe it's a natural fit!"
Taylor will be working with American Greetings' editorial and creative teams to design, develop and create a line of cards and products that reflect and demonstrate not only her personality, but bring her stories and words to life.
"My idea of a great song is a song that says how I feel better than I could. I feel the same way about greeting cards," Taylor says. "I've always been fascinated by feelings and how we express them to each other. Getting to write and design these cards is a wonderful experience."
The new Taylor Swift greeting card collection will be sold through American Greetings' retailer partners throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and US military bases worldwide, and online at Americangreetings.com and Photoworks.com. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Carrie Is NOT Moving In With Mike Fisher
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Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher have been dating for a year now, last week reports were showing up that the two were planning on moving in together. They both seem to be in love and happier than most Hollywood couples out there, so it really wouldn't of surprised me.
Upon hearing the news, Carrie herself decided to clear things up. She took to her own website, and told her fans:
"I read something recently that a certain someone and I were moving in together. This is beyond not true...just another example of people making stuff up out of thin air!" She goes on to say that "neither one of us would ever do that. I would never live with my boyfriend...not my style."
Maybe Carrie and Mike are old-fashioned and want to wait until they’re engaged or even married to move in together. We think more celebrity couples should think this way! Whatever Carrie and Mike are doing right now is working for them, so it’s best that they don’t mess with a good thing! Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Vote Gloriana For Breakthrough Artist on American Music Awards
Labels: Gloriana
Mike... er... Lady Gaga wants YOU to vote for Gloriana to become the Breakthrough Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards! You can vote as many times as you'd like up to and during the awards show. Vote here
Instead Of The Usual Holiday Music, Make This Holiday Season A Sugarland Holiday
Labels: Sugarland
Got Country? wants to give 2 lucky readers a chance to win a copy of Sugarland's Gold and Green Holiday Album. To enter click here we will be picking the winners next week.
Joey + Rory Has A Special Holiday Album
Labels: Joey + Rory
Joey+Rory are offering their take on holiday traditions with the new single “It’s Christmas Time,” as well as a unique children’s album from The Song Trust, entitled Merry Kidsmas. The couple is partnering with CMT One Country for both projects. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of “It’s Christmas Time” will be donated to The Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, and a portion of the proceeds from Merry Kidsmas will benefit the USO through the end of 2009.
Sugarland Celebrating Christmas in Washington
Labels: Sugarland
Sugarland is the only Country act set for the Christmas In Washington special, premiering Sunday, Dec. 20, at 8 PM/ET on TNT. The duo joins host George Lopez and fellow performers Mary J. Blige, Neil Diamond, Rob Thomas and Usher for the holiday celebration. The President, First Lady and other Washington VIPs annually attend the benefit for the National Children’s Medical Center. Taped is scheduled for Dec. 13 at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.
FBI Raids Gibson Offices
Labels: Gibson Guitars
Federal agents from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and local police today seized wood, guitars, computers and boxes of files from Gibson Guitar's Massman Road manufacturing facility.
Sources say the Nashville-based guitar manufacturer is being investigated for violating the Lacey Act, a key piece of environmental law, for importing endangered species of rosewood from Madagascar.
Rosewood is widely used in the construction of guitars and sells for $5,000 per cubic meter, more than double the price of mahogany. The island nation off Africa's east coast is a key producer of the hardwood, the export of which has links to international criminal activity.
A statement from Gibson released late Tuesday afternoon says the company is "fully co-operating" with the investigation.
"Gibson Guitar is fully cooperating with agents of the United States Fish & Wildlife Service as it pertains to an issue with harvested wood. Gibson is a chain of custody certified buyer who purchases wood from legal suppliers who are to follow all standards. Gibson Guitar Chairman and CEO [Henry Juszkiewicz] sits on the board of the Rainforest Alliance and takes the issue of certification very seriously. The company will continue to cooperate fully and assist our federal government with all inquiries and information," the company's statement said.
Madagascar has struggled financially since a January coup and new President Andry Rajoelina issued an executive order in September legalizing the export of rosewood and ebony. The move was decried by environmental groups and political leaders worldwide, as hardwood forests are key to Madagascar's unique ecology and serve as a habitat for a dwindling lemur population.
Sources tell NashvillePost.com Gibson was involved in a scheme that shipped the wood from Madagascar to Germany and then to the United States. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
2010 Is Going To Be A GREAT Year For Dierks Bentley Fans
Labels: DBCongress, Dierks Bentley
A veteran of the legendary Station Inn, Dierks Bentley has revealed he has plans to record a bluegrass album during his time off from the road. Not to disappoint fans of his other work, he will also ready a country CD in 2010. So let me get this right 2 albums for Dierks Bentley coming in 2010? I knew this was going to be a good year!
"Nashville is my hometown; I've been here 15 years, so I know a bunch of the grassers, a lot of the country guys, a lot of songwriters and musicians," Dierks explained to The Boot. "Every album I've done has a bluegrass song on it, so it's not a surprise that one day I might make a bluegrass record. It would be a cool thing for me."
I think if I listen hard enough I can hear the screams from just about every member of the DBCongress right about now! But we are just as excited about the news..2010 needs to hurry up and get here. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Glimpse of Invitation Only: Carrie Underwood
Labels: Carrie UnderwoodInvitation Only: Carrie Underwood is still a couple weeks away, but that doesn't mean we can't let you have a little glimpse of the CMT Special. Don't forget to set your DVR's for when the Special airs December 1 at 9PM/ET
Faith Hill Parts Ways With Her Manager
Labels: Faith Hill
After 16 years of working together, Faith Hill and Gary Borman have agreed to part ways. Borman, who also manages Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum. A joint statement released they said:
“We are so proud of what we have achieved together over the past 16 years. We love each other like a sister and a brother, but have made the difficult choice to dissolve our professional relationship.”Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
TV Reminder
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw
TONIGHT
Carrie Underwood on Conan O'Brien
Tim McGraw on Jimmy Fallon
TOMORROW
Tim McGraw on The View
Check local listings for times and channels
Ellen Knows How To Make A Red Carpet Fun
Labels: Darius Rucker, James Otto, Lady Antebellum, Reba McEntire, Zac Brown BandEllen DeGeneres sent her correspondent to the CMA Awards last week, and of coarse Ellen added a little bit of her flavor to the questions.
Get To Know Ruby Summer
Labels: Ruby Summer
Sister duo Ruby Summer is excited to release their digital EP, Conspiracy of Divine Events, featuring the hit single, "I Can Do What I Want," currently climbing the Radio Disney charts at #26 on the countdown.
The digital EP, Conspiracy of Divine Events, from Ruby Summer, is now available for download at all online music stores. Their debut project includes the hit Radio Disney single, “I Can Do What I Want,” plus “South Of Orange County” and “My Father’s Name.”
Sisters Ruby and Summer Spiro hail from Carlsbad, California. Their music has been featured on the Tinker Bell Soundtrack and Tinker Bell And The Lost Treasures compilation. Their debut single, “I Can Do What I Want,” can be heard on Radio Disney.
To learn more about Ruby Summer, log on to www.myspace.com/rubysummer and follow the sisters on Twitter at www.twitter.com/rubysummer.
Maxim's Hottest Women of Country Music
Maxim recently released its list of the “Hottest Women Of Country Music.”. You can see their list by clicking here. What you do think of the list? Do you think they missed anyone?
Julianne Hough
Taylor Swift
Jessie James
Cheyenne Kimball of Gloriana
Shania Twain
Carrie Underwood
Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum
Danielle Peck
Sara Evans
Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland
Kellie Pickler
Miranda Lambert
Kristy Lee Cook
Martina McBride
Julie Roberts
Gretchen Wilson
Faith Hill
Karen Fairchild and Kimberly Schlapman of Little Big Town
Nicole In Ladies Home Journal Talks Keith, Sunday Rose & More
Labels: Keith Urban
After years of shining in the Hollywood spotlight, Nicole Kidman has found true bliss (and a little peace and quiet) on her Nashville farm. The Academy Award winner and UNIFEM Goodwill Ambassador sat down with Ladies’ Home Journal’s December/January issue to discuss marriage, movies and being a mom. Excerpts from the story, on newsstands November 24th
Looking back at her whirlwind life: “I was running from my life, in a way. My imaginary life was better than my flesh-and-blood life. That’s a sad thing to say, but it was. Now I love my real life so much it requires an enormous belief in a film to want to take it on.” She pauses, then says, “I think that we’re in the world to connect. Because that’s what you’re left with. You’re not left with your house or awards or money, you’re left with the people that you built relationships with.”
On her career taking a backseat: “There are certain limitations to my career because I’m based here. And that’s cool. Keith has enormous ambitions, which I support. His tours and albums are much bigger than what I’m doing right now.”
On hosting a weekly baby group: “This is my way of having 10 kids,” says Kidman, who confides that she would like to have another.
On being a private person: “I would never write a memoir. There are things that happen behind closed doors, and that’s where they belong. I’m not secretive. I’m protective.”
On refusing to sing in front of her husband: Most mornings Keith Urban plays the piano for her and Sunday. “I hum a little. When your husband’s a huge singer, the last thing you do is sing with him.”
On her outlook for the future: “Sunday’s third word was ‘wow,’ and I say that word a lot. I hope when I’m 80 I’ll still be saying it. I’ve been given extraordinary opportunities, with huge dreams fulfilled. I’m 42 and my eyes are still wide open.”
On being in love: “I love being in love. I believe in the power of love, the way it can heal. The more you keep choosing it—because there are times when you can choose to be angry at the person or to love him—the more it nourishes a family.”
Kix Brooks Says The Split of Brooks & Dunn Isn't Bittersweet
Labels: Brooks and Dunn
As Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn go through their final awards season and concerts as a musical duo Brooks & Dunn. Brooks says it isn't bittersweet at all. In fact, he says "it's hard for anything to be bitter when you've had 20 years" like they've had. Brooks says it's been so much more beyond anything the two of them ever dreamed of when the duo of Brooks and Dunn was created. Brooks says "that's what people forget," that they "weren't high school buddies and this was some dream" they had together. It was an artistic arrangement by a guy from a record label. But, Brooks says "next thing you know you're riding a bus, and next thing you know it's 20 years later and and you're going, 'I think we've done it all, Hoss."' Brooks says "it's just been a great ride" for him and Dunn. Now, Brooks says they're "going to see what else we can stir up for the rest of our lives."
Kenny Chesney Is So Proud Of Taylor
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift
Even though Kenny Chesney walked away empty handed, at last week’s CMAs. That didn’t stop him from being excited for fellow-entertainer, Taylor Swift.
When Tim McGraw and Faith Hill announced Taylor’s name as the winner in the Entertainer of the Year category. Just as he did when Carrie Underwood won her Entertainer of the Year Award, Chesney was the first person to hug Taylor. Kenny took a few moments and whispered something to Taylor.
In the press room, Taylor was of course asked what Kenny had told her,
“He just said, ‘I’m so proud of you and I love you so much,’” she recalled. “We were texting earlier, and we were saying that same thing, like, ‘No matter what happens tonight, I love you so much.’ And it was just like I really, really love Kenny a lot. All the other people in the category with me have taken me out on tour as their opening act. Every one of them — Keith, Brad, George, Kenny — all of them. And so those are people that I’ve looked up to and just held up in my head as these heroes, and they’re always going to that for me.”Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Bucky Covington To Release Digital EP Tomorrow
Labels: Bucky Covington
Bucky Covington will release Live from Rockingham, a five-song digital EP, on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
The EP, which will be available via various digital music retailers, was recorded at a recent hometown concert and features live versions of Covington’s Top 10 hits — “A Different World,” “It's Good To Be Us” and “I'll Walk” — his new single “Gotta Be Somebody” and “Mexicoma,” launched as a preview of his sophomore album I’m Alright, due out in spring of 2010.
Covington’s single “Gotta Be Somebody” is a countrified version of Nickelback’s No. 1 hit. He recorded a video for the song at the hometown show, which is also included on the EP.
Luke Bryan Talks Hits and Kids..Yes I Said Kids
Labels: Luke Bryan
Luke Bryan has earned a No. 1 hit as a writer, having co-penned Billy Currington's chart-topper "Good Directions." But Bryan may be on the verge of scoring his first No. 1 hit as an artist — and he's battling his co-writers for the top spot.
Bryan's current single “Do I” is at No. 3 on Billboard’s country singles chart and Lady Antebellum’s song “Need You Now” is at No. 2
Bryan co-wrote "Do I" with Dave Haywood and Charles Kelley from Lady Antebellum, so the situation is a bit unique.
“When we wrote it we thought it was single, but I don’t think we ever thought our songs would be at No. 2 and No. 3,” Bryan said. “But it feels great. I don’t go into singles thinking, ‘Oh we’re going to get a No. 1,’ but to be right there is very exciting for me.”
Bryan said he had had the idea for “Do I” for a long time before he got the chance to write it with Haywood and Kelley, but he also said it was their help that truly brought the song alive.
“It was pretty amazing to watch it come together,” he said. “When the three of us started working on it, it took on a whole new meaning. It’s a lot of fun to have success with two good guys like Charles and Dave.”
But a No. 1 single isn’t the only thing Bryan has to be excited about these days. He and his wife Caroline are about ready to start trying for baby No. 2. Their son Thomas Boyer (Bo) is about 20 months old and the Bryans want to give him a sibling before too much longer.
“We want a big ol' family,” says the singer, “and big Christmases and big Thanksgivings.”
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Got A Headache? Trace Adkins Can Cure It
Labels: Trace Adkins
For the second time in its 100 year history, BC Headache Powder is represented by a country music entertainer. In the mid 1970s it was Faron Young. In 2009, it's Trace Adkins, the country music superstar, who has been an esteemed member of The Grand Ole Opry since 2003, and was a finalist on the NBC reality show "The Celebrity Apprentice" in 2008. He also received the Academy of Country Music's 2008 Single of the Year Award for his chart-topping hit, "You're Gonna Miss This."
"I'm very particular about attaching my name to products or causes, unless it's something I use or believe in," said Adkins. "My relationship with BC Headache Powder is personal and runs deep. I still remember when my grandfather gave me my first BC. I even remember the product advertising jingle from the 70's. I am proud to be representing BC, especially on tour in front of thousands of fans."
As a spokesperson for the next two years, Adkins will record radio ads, be included in images at retail stores and on BC's website (www.bcpowder.com), perform songs at exclusive events, and conduct a BC Headache Powder sponsored concert tour in 2010 that will include more than 80 national concert stops. Currently, Trace is sponsored by BC Headache Powder for 38 tour stops on the "Shine All Night" Tour with Martina McBride.
"Regular, hardworking people will now share the spotlight with Trace Adkins to tell the story of how good and fast BC works on headaches and tough body pain," said Darren Singer, VP Marketing BC Powders. "Once we heard Trace's personal history with BC, which has spanned three generations, we had to make him another member of our storytelling team. He is a tremendous asset to us and a huge draw for people who work hard for what they have."Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Justin Moore And Wife Kate Purchase Their First Home
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Justin Moore and his wife Kate just bought their first home south of Nashville, and they are quickly moving in before their baby Ella Kole comes early next year. There are so many things happening so quickly in the rising star’s life right now, both personally and professionally, when asked how he stays grounded and keeps everything straight:
"We're very excited!” exclaims Justin. “The 1100 square feet house we were in was just gonna get too crowded. And, moving out in the country is gonna help me stay grounded. My back porch looks out over a pasture full of cows instead of another house. It makes me feel more at home.”
Congratulations to Justin and Kate on the purchase of their new house! Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Happy Birthday
Labels: Jack Ingram
Got Country? would like to wish Jack Ingram a Happy Birthday. Jack is turning 39 today.
Watch Carrie, Jake, Martina and Rodney LIVE at the Opry
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Jake Owen, Martina McBrideDarius Rucker Loving Country Way Back When
Labels: Darius RuckerBest New Artist Darius Rucker has certainly paid his dues before making it big with Hootie and the Blowfish. Even back then Country Music was in his blood.
Taylor Swift A Vampire????
Labels: Taylor Swift
Paging Taylor Swift: Mystic Falls is calling you! Or more precisely, Kevin Williamson. The man behind the CW's addictive new series Vampire Diaries reveals that he has approached Taylor to guest star on the series as a...wait for it...vampire. What would her vampalicious secret boyfriend say?
Though no deal has been struck, and Kevin fears she's "too big for Vampire Diaries now," the writer-producer is still hoping something will work out.
"I'm desperate to have [Swift] come play a vampire," Williamson says. "Wouldn't she make an amazing Kirsten Dunst circa Interview With the Vampire type? Oh my god, I cannot tell you how hard I'm trying to get her—I would kill to have her on the show!"
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Trace Adkins Stops By Craig Ferguson
Labels: Trace AdkinsIncase you missed Trace Adkins on Craig Ferguson last night check out the video below.
Here is a preview of issue one of Luke McBain. A graphic novel by 12 Gauge Comics inspired by Trace Adkins. The first of the four part comic book series is in stores now!
Chuck and Julianne Are Still "Good Friends"
Labels: Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough and Chuck Wicks may have shown a good front by attending the CMA Awards together on Wednesday, but one night later, Hough confirmed to PEOPLE that the couple has indeed parted ways.
"We're both just really, really busy with our careers, and we spend a lot of time apart from each other – so we're just taking a little break right now," Hough, told PEOPLE Thursday night as she walked the red carpet in Nashville for the premiere of Tim McGraw's film The Blind Side.
But she insists her relationship with Chuck Wicks,is still amicable.
"Honestly, Chuck and I are such good friends – we still hang out all the time, and we're still writing together," she says.
Did Taylor Win EOTY To Soon??? Stars Speak Out
Labels: Faith Hill, Jack Ingram, Randy Travis, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Tim McGraw, Wynonna
Taylor Swift became the youngest winner of country music's top award Wednesday night – but is the 19-year-old getting too many accolades too soon?
Not according to Faith Hill, who Swift has often cited as one of her longtime idols. "I think she worked her tail off the last couple [of years] and she deserves to win," Hill told PEOPLE Thursday of Swift's entertainer of the year award.
Added husband Tim McGraw, "I've been doing this a long time and she's got a better head on her shoulders than I do, so I don't know how anybody could complain about that."
But some have questioned Swift's rapid rise. Before Wednesday's CMAs, Wynonna Judd told USA Today that the teen's nomination for the prestigious award could be "too much of a good thing too soon." (Swift beat out country heavyweights Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney and George Strait.)
Judd later apologized to Swift in a note on her Web site, calling her "a beautiful, hard working young woman that deserves the success she has had."
But fellow country veteran Randy Travis also wondered if the award wasn't premature. "As a writer, she is a phenomenal talent," Travis told PEOPLE. "When you look at the body of work that she has written at the age when she came into this business, it's remarkable. It really is. But do I think that entertainer of the year might have been a little early? In my opinion, yes, for whatever that's worth."
Swift, who was 14 when she signed her first publishing deal, addressed the question after her historic win, telling reporters, "I feel like it's been fast but it's also been a growth curve. I've watched the CMA Awards for as long as I can remember, and I got to come to my first one when I was 15. I know what it means to win a CMA Award. So I look at it from both ways."
For more on Taylor Swift and all your favorite country stars, check out the new issue of PEOPLE Country on stands now. And for free downloads from Sugarland, Jack Ingram and others, go to people.com/free
Taylor Swift InStyle Cover Girl
Labels: Taylor Swift
The year of Taylor Swift continues right through to December. She's the cover girl for the December issue of InStyle magazine, which hits newsstands a week from today. The description says "Taylor Swift on fashion, guys and this crazy year." And, you know how much she likes sparkly things. So, Swift is wearing a sparkly gold dress that looks like it could double as fabric for a holiday table runner. The cover can be seen in 3D. If the magazine is held up to a Webcam, you're supposed to see what's called: "enhanced content."
Luke Bryan Opens For T-Pain
Labels: Luke Bryan
Luke Bryan became the first Country artist to play at the UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA's homecoming concert this past Saturday (11/7).
More Stars Added For Saturday's Online Grand Ole Opry Show
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Jake Owen, Martina McBride, Rodney Atkins
The Grand Ole Opry's standing as a radio force is long and revered, but welcome it into the land of streaming Internet as of this weekend.The Opry pairs MySpace to stream performances from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern during Saturday, Nov. 14's show.
Country stars set to take the stage at Saturday's Opry: Martina McBride, Carrie Underwood, Rodney Atkins and Jake Owen, among others. Head to MySpace.com/grandoleopry Saturday night at 9 to stream the show.
CMA Awards Score Biggest Ratings In Four Years
Labels: CMA Awards 09
We knew that ABC’s broadcast of the 43rd Annual CMA Awards was going to be a BIG night. But it was also the most-watched program in primetime Wednesday, dominating in every key ratings demo, according to preliminary Nielsen numbers. Per the Alphabet, it was also the most-watched CMA Awards telecast in four years, with its highest Adult 18-34 rating in five years and best Women 18-34 rating in six years.
The Many Wardrobe Changes of Carrie Underwood
Labels: Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood
Brad Paisley wasn't kidding on Wednesday night during the CMA Awards when he said Carrie Underwood would be doing multiple wardrobe changes through out the show. Which was your favorite outfit?
Invitation Only: Tim McGraw Airs Tonight on CMT
Labels: Tim McGraw
CMT's star-studded "Invitation Only" series enjoys a visit from Tim McGraw tonight, who will sing fan favorites including "Something Like That," "My Best Friend," and "Cowboy in Me," as well as new songs "Southern Voice" and "You Had to Be There." Invitation Only: Tim McGraw will air tonight on CMT tonight at 9PM ET.
Gretchen Wilson Song Included in "Art of the Burnout" Segment
Labels: Gretchen Wilson, John Rich
Gretchen Wilson's first single, "Work Hard, Play Harder," on her new Redneck Records label, hits the fast lane on November 22, when ABC TV includes the song in a feature called "The Art of the Burnout" during the NASCAR Ford 400 season finale Sprint Cup race at the Homestead-Miami Speedway.
"This is a perfect song for racing, because NASCAR fans really do work hard and play harder," said Gretchen. "It's an anthem for working-class people, and especially working females like myself."
The rockin' single is being offered as a free download in People Magazine's December country music issue. Written by Gretchen, John Rich and Vicky McGehee, the song will be included on Gretchen's I Got Your Country Right Here album due out in early 2010. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Gary Allan Scheduled To Release New Album Feb 2
Labels: Gary Allan
Gary Allan will release a new album, Get Off on the Pain, on Feb. 2 on MCA Nashville. Allan co-wrote five of the album's 10 tracks. The first single, "Today," was written by Brice Long and Tommy Lee James. Gary is currently out on the road touring. Head over here to see if he will be coming to a city near you.
New Album From Darius Rucker Coming Next Year
Labels: Darius Rucker
Best New Artist CMA Award winner Darius Rucker will start recording a new album in December, he told reporters backstage at the CMA Awards on Wednesday night in Nashville. His first country album, Learn to Live, was released by Capitol Nashville in 2008 and is certified platinum for shipments of 1 million units. "We've pretty much written most of it," he said of the new project. "It's almost done. We're going to start recording next month." He expects to release one more single from Learn to Live. "Right after that, there will be a single from the new record, and the record will be out sometime next year."
Alan Jackson Graces Cover Of New People Country Edition
Labels: Alan Jackson
The new issue of PEOPLE Country that comes out tomorrow, with Alan Jackson and wife Denise on the cover. Available only on newsstands it is the last of five special Country issues to be published by PEOPLE this year.
In the magazine, the Jacksons talk about the things that bring them joy, such as their 30-year marriage and their daughters Mattie, Ali and Dani. Other superstars who sat down with PEOPLE for the issue are Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, and Toby Keith.
Also included, Keith Urban discusses the 10 songs that changed his life and the magazine takes a look at Garth Brooks’ road from retirement. Carrie Underwood honors a childhood mentor who encouraged her to try singing, and Zac Brown takes stock of what made 2009 his best year yet, including having baby Georgia. Elsewhere in the magazine, Michelle Branch, Chuck Wicks and Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott share the secrets behind their favorite yuletide treats.
And PEOPLE Country is offering free downloads of songs from Sugarland, Gretchen Wilson and more at www.people.com/free.
Carrie Underwood's "Play On" Sits Pretty At #1
Labels: Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood's new album, Play On, debuted at No. 1 on the all-genre album charts, selling an amazing 317,695 copies in its first week. I say “amazing” because in the digital download age, very few artists sell more than 100,000 hard copies of CDs in a debut week anymore.
Speaking of digital sales, Carrie sold 62,848 copies of the album online, making Play On country’s best-selling digital album debut of 2009.
Carrie’s numbers were good enough to bounce Michael Jackson’s This Is It album out of the top spot.
TV Reminder
Labels: Dolly Parton, Trace Adkins
Dolly Parton on Jay Leno
Trace Adkins on Craig Ferguson
Be sure to check local listings for time and channel
Let The After Party Begin
Sony Music Nashville welcomed artists and special guests to its after-party following The 43rd Annual CMA Awards. Pictured (back, from left): Sony Music Nashville Promotion VP Skip Bishop; show presenter and nominee Jake Owen; Kix Brooks; Sony Music Nashville A&R Executive VP Renee Bell; Ronnie Dunn; and Sony Music Nashville Marketing VP Tom Baldrica and Sales & Operations Senior VP Paul Barnabee; (front, from left): Sony Music Nashville Executive VP Butch Waugh; Brad Paisley; Martina McBride; Miranda Lambert; Carrie Underwood; Barbara Mandrell; and Sony Music Nashville Chairman Joe Galante. 
Keith Urban,Darius Rucker, Luke Bryan Little Big Town, were among those at the Capitol Records CMA Party. 
Rachel and Cheyenne from Gloriana and Whitney Duncan at the Warner Music Nashville CMA post celebration. 
Billy Currington and Julianne Hough at the UMG after party.
The Big Machine Label Group staff and artists at its official CMA after party
TOP ROW: Jack Purcell, Andrew Kautz, Jimmy Harnen, Erik Powell, Bobby Young, Larry Hughes, Jeff Davis, Lindsey Jackson, Justin McIntosh, George Briner, Dave Beller, Justin Key L TO R, SECOND ROW: Whitney Sutton, Kelly Rich, Natalie Kilgore, Jayme Austin, Jon Loba, Jimmy Wayne, Wayne Milligan, John Zarling, Kathleen Drosey, Shea Fowler, Ashley Crawford, Miranda Williams L TO R, BOTTOM ROW: Kacey Coppola of Kate & Kacey, Alicia Torres, Madalyn Hankins, Reba McEntire, Sandi Spika Borchetta, Scott Borchetta, Nikki Burns, Meghan Linsey of Steel Magnolia, Allison Jones, Brooke Yancey, Christine Pronto, Ray Pronto.
Lets Have A Contest!
Labels: Sugarland
******CONTEST IS CLOSED ************
With the holiday season coming at a rapid pace, I feel the need to have a contest. Got Country? will be giving away 2 copies of Sugarland's Gold and Green holiday album that was recently released. The CD also features exclusive bonus content and sweepstakes.
Track List
City of Silver Dreams
Winter Wonderland
Holly Jolly Christmas
Coming Home
Gold and Green
Maybe Baby (New Year's Day)
Nuttin' For Christmas
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
Little Wood Guitar
Silent Night
To Enter all you have to do is leave us a comment with your name and contact information. If you don't feel comfortable leaving your information there you can always email us at GotCountry@ymail.com and put Gold and Green in the subject line. We will pick the winners in a week. Good Luck!
Taylor Swift Is The Youngest Entertainer Of The Year
Labels: Taylor Swift
Well this year defiantly belongs to Taylor Swift. Last night not only did Taylor win big. But she took home the Entertainer of the Year award. Taylor is the first woman to claim that award, since Shania Twain more than a decade ago. By winning the award Taylor made history yet again being the youngest entertainer to ever win that award at only 19. Congratulations again Taylor! Check out the video of her acceptance speech.
Brad and Carrie Need To Make Hosting A Tradition
Labels: Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood returned to host the CMA Awards for the second year in a row. We see why they keep inviting these two back, they work so well together and are so funny. Here were a couple of our favorites. Little Jimmy Dickens even got involved in the Kayne bashing.
Some Of Our Favorite Performances From CMA Awards
Labels: Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Sugarland, Zac Brown Band
Jason Aldean
Kenny Chesney featuring Dave Matthews
Zac Brown Band
Lady Antebellum
Sugarland
Your Opinion On Who You Thought Looked The Best/Worst Last Night
Labels: CMA Awards 09
Award shows are so difficult to pick the best dressed because everyone always puts their best foot forward. At last nights 43rd Annual CMA Awards the red carpet was looking mighty good. But there were a couple that made you think "OH NO"....LeAnn Rimes had a beautiful gown, but went to much with the eye makeup, Jake Owen was looking good but that jacket not my favorite, and Randy Houser looked like he just finished watching TV and headed to the Sommet Center. Carrie Underwood, Whitney Duncan, Billy Currington, Tim McGraw, and Jennifer Nettles looked great. Who made it on your list for best/worst dressed?
Chuck Talks To ET About His Breakup Sorta...
Labels: Chuck Wicks, Julianne HoughLast night Chuck Wicks took a break from his ET hosting gig to chat with them about the recent breakup rumors with Julianne Hough. He sure doesn't reveal to much.
The Winners Are.....
Labels: CMA Awards 09
CMA Video of the Year
What an exciting night! Here is a recap of tonights winners. Be sure to check back with us tomorrow for more highlights from tonights 43rd Annual CMA Music Awards
CMA Video of the Year
"Love Story" Taylor Swift
CMA Musical Event of the Year
"Start A Band" Brad Paisley and Keith Urban
Single of the Year
"I Run To You" Lady Antebellum
Song of the Year
"In Color" Jamey Johnson
Vocal Group of the Year
Lady Antebellum
New Artist of the Year
Darius Rucker
Album of the Year
Taylor Swift "Fearless"
Musician of the Year
Mac McAnally
Vocal Duo of the Year
Sugarland
Male Vocalist of the Year
Brad Paisley
Female Vocalist of the Year
Taylor Swift
Entertainer of the Year
Taylor Swift
Are Carrie And Mike Moving In Together?
Labels: Carrie Underwood
As one relationship comes to an end (Chuck Wicks and Julianne Hough), another relationship is full speed ahead. The rumor's floating around the web is that Carrie Underwood and her hockey hunk Mike Fisher are moving in together.
A source tells OK! magazine, “Mike asked her to move in, and she said yes… She’s on the road a lot and can’t commit fully, but she did clear out space in his closet and stocked his kitchen with her favorites.”
And pals of the couple are not surprised if the big move leads to wedding bells: “They’re completely in love. They’ve talked marriage. Mike’s said it in front of Carrie’s family. They love him and think he’s great.”
Taylor Swift Wins Big At BMI Awards
Labels: BMI Awards
The 57th Annual BMI Country Awards celebrated the genre’s top hit-makers last night in Nashville. In addition to toasting the writers and publishers of the past year’s 50 most-performed country songs from the BMI repertoire, the ceremony honored Kris Kristofferson as a BMI Icon; named Taylor Swift’s “Love Story” Song of the Year, Bobby Pinson Songwriter of the Year, and Sony/ATV Music Publishing Publisher of the Year; and saluted Brooks & Dunn with the BMI President’s Award.
CMT To Air Sugarland: Live On The Inside Special
Labels: Sugarland
Sugarland: Live On The Inside, the one-hour network television special featuring Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush’s Love On The Inside Tour will re-air exclusively on CMT beginning Friday, November 13 at 9 PM/CT and repeat numerous times throughout the month. The video was directed by Shaun Silva and filmed at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. It originally aired August 3 on the ABC Television Network.
Executive produced by Nettles, Bush, Gail Gellman and Jason Owen, the special is a Tacklebox Films production.
We also would like to send a congratulations to Jennifer and Kristian who are also celebrating the triple platinum certification their debut album, Twice The Speed of Life.
Swift To Share CMA Spotlight With Hendersonville High School Students
Labels: Taylor Swift
At 15, Taylor Swift was wandering the halls of Hendersonville High School like so many other local teens. Four years later, she’ll perform at tomorrows CMA Awards, and find out whether she gets to bring home the coveted entertainer of the year award.
According to Jamie Jordan, who coaches the school’s dance team, producers for the show to be broadcast tomorrow night on ABC called to see if members of her dance team could be a part of Swift’s performance of her hit, “Fifteen.”
“They said they wanted to create the way she did that song in her concert,” Jordan said. During the song, Swift is surrounded at a piano by an audience.
Jordan said she told producers her dance team would love to be involved, and when they said they needed 325 teens total, Jordan suggested they call HHS principal Joni Worsham, who rounded up other students. The dance team coach said she was told around 140 students would be involved in a separate rehearsal from the other 185 students who will attend, but is not sure what their role will be.
Worsham said the school is treating the outing like a field trip and will take buses to the performance.
How come I never had field trips like that when I was in school??
Brad and Carrie On GMA
Labels: Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood performed this morning on Good Morning America. You can watch the entire show here. But while surfing YouTube I stumbled upon these video's of todays performances also.
Darius Rucker: "History In The Making"
Labels: Darius Rucker
Darius Rucker did it again with another great video, what's your opinion?
Jason Aldean: "The Truth"
Labels: Jason Aldean
What do you guys think of Jason Aldean's new video for "The Truth" I give it two thumbs up!
Chuck and Julianne Have Split
Labels: Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough and Chuck Wicks have decided to call it quits, a source tells PEOPLE.com
"This was mutual. They needed some time apart,"
The two are both are still expected to attend the Country Music Association Awards tomorrow – Wicks is covering the red carpet for Entertainment Tonight and Hough is a presenter.
The two walked the red carpet together for the first time at last year's CMA Awards after getting to know each other while touring with Brad Paisley. Within weeks, they already had marriage on the mind, with Hough telling PEOPLE they "definitely" wanted to go to the altar someday. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
MySpace To Stream Live Grand Ole Opry Performance
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Grand Ole Opry, Jake Owen
The Grand Ole Opry, the world’s longest-running radio show, and MySpace are uniting to live stream an Opry performance with video for the first time. On Nov. 14, 9 - 10 p.m. ET fans can view the live show featuring Opry member and country superstar Carrie Underwood, CMA new artist nominee Jake Owen, and more. The show will be hosted on MySpace Music in cooperation with Ustream. For more information, go to myspace.com/grandoleopry.
Underwood will perform music from her just-released CD Play On, including the fastest-rising single of her career to date, “Cowboy Casanova.”
Opry performances are held every weekend of the year and the Tuesday Night Opry continues through Dec. 15. To plan an Opry visit, or to purchase packages, call
(800) SEE-OPRY or log on to opry.com. The Opry is being staged at the historic Ryman Auditorium through Jan. 30, 2010. Fans can stay connected to the Opry via MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Happy Birthday
Labels: Chris Cagle, Miranda Lambert
Got Country? would like to wish Miranda Lambert a Happy Birthday today. Miranda is turning 26 today.
Also celebrating a Birthday today is Chris Cagle. Chris is turning 41
Parton, Daniels, and Rock Get Their Markers In The Hall Of Fame Park
Labels: Charlie Daniels Kid Rock, Dolly Parton
Music City, Inc. yesterday inducted the seventh class into the Music City Walk of Fame: Tootsie Bess, founder of Tootsie's Orchid Lounge Charlie Daniels, Dolly Parton, Kid Rock and Ernest Tubb, founder of the iconic Ernest Tubb Record Shop. The honorees were recognized officially with the unveiling of commemorative sidewalk markers in the Hall of Fame Park in downtown Nashville. The induction ceremony, sponsored by Great American Country, was free and open to the public. Gibson Guitar is the Walk’s founding sponsor.
In the Spotlight Special Features Some Of Country's Hottest
Labels: Carrie Underwood, Loretta Lynn, Martina McBride, Rascal Flatts, Taylor Swift, Tim McGraw, Vince Gill
As part of the CMA Awards excitement, ABC will present the hour long special In The Spotlight with Robin Roberts: Bright Lights. Big Stars. All Access Nashville Tues., Nov. 10 at 10pm ET. The Good Morning America co-anchor will spotlight some of Nashville’s biggest stars, giving viewers all-access looks into their homes and private lives.
In The Spotlight will feature visits and interviews with Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw, Martina McBride, Loretta Lynn, Rosanne Cash, and Vince Gill. The special will also pose the question “What’s the greatest Country song of all time?” to fans and stars alike, including Taylor Swift and Rascal Flatts, and even President Barack Obama. Nashville-based, Stealing Angels (Tayla Lynn, Jennifer Wayne and Caroline Cutbirth), who will be releasing their debut CD in 2010, will also be among those featured in the upcoming country music profile.
TV Reminder
Labels: Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Toby Keith
TONIGHT
Toby Keith on Jimmy Kimmel
TOMORROW 11/10
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood on Good Morning America
KingBilly Is Down A Prince
Labels: KingBilly
I am very sad over the news I just received. The rising band KingBilly is now short a member. It was announced tonight that Charlie Worsham will no longer be performing with the band:
To Our Friends:
We want to let you know that Charlie Worsham has left the band. We wish Charlie nothing but the best in his future endeavors.
KingBilly will continue, as a band, to bring you great music and performances as we have in the past and you'll hear us on the radio, see us on TV and touring the country in early 2010.
We have a lot of exciting stuff planned for you and we thank you for your tremendous support.
See you soon!
KingBilly - Donny, Josh, John, Matt and Kevin
This news makes me so sad, but then again we wish Charlie the best in the future and we are certain we will see him in the future. With the talent he has you know he will be in the spotlight again soon. As for the rest of KingBilly be sure to check out their tour dates at www.KingBilly.com, if you haven't seen them perform live your MISSING OUT! Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Taylor Swift To Open The 43rd Annual CMA Awards
Labels: CMA Awards 09, Taylor Swift
Only two days away, yet the excitement continues to grow for "The 43rd Annual CMA Awards" as it was announced today that four-time nominee Taylor Swift will deliver the opening performance. "The 43rd Annual CMA Awards," hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, will air live from the Sommet Center in Nashville, Wednesday, Nov. 11 (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on the ABC Television Network.
"Taylor is the perfect choice as the opening act for the 2009 CMA Awards," said Tammy Genovese, CMA Chief Executive Officer. "Her charisma, charm, popularity, and talent will set the stage for an evening you won't soon forget. We know her fans will want to stay tuned to see what she does next."
In addition to Swift, performers already announced include Jason Aldean, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney and Dave Mathews, Billy Currington, Vince Gill and Daughtry, Kid Rock and Jamey Johnson, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker, George Strait, Sugarland, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and Zac Brown Band.
Announced as Awards presenters during "Country Music's Biggest Night(tm)" are Dale Earnhardt Jr., Neil Flynn, Patricia Heaton, Julianne Hough, Randy Houser, The Judds, Kid Rock, Kris Kristofferson, Jake Owen, Kellie Pickler, LeAnn Rimes, Robin Roberts, and Lee Ann Womack. Love And Theft will host the Pre-Telecast Awards.
Swift, who won the Horizon Award in 2007, received four nominations this year with Entertainer; Female; Album for Fearless; and Music Video for "Love Story." She could receive a second trophy for producing Fearless with Nathan Chapman. At age 19, Swift is the youngest artist ever to be nominated for Entertainer. Prior to this nomination, Wynonna was the youngest at age 22 when The Judds were first nominated in that category in 1986. Swift is also the first solo female artist to be nominated for Entertainer since 2000 when Faith Hill was nominated. The last solo female artist to win the category was Shania Twain in 1999. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
New Music From Montgomery Gentry
Labels: Montgomery Gentry
The duo Montgomery Gentry is poised to continue their hitmaking ways with the release of their new single, “Oughta Be More Songs About That.”
The song, co-penned by Eddie Montgomery, recognizes the importance of hard work, forgiveness, and overall social responsibility. KKGO Los Angeles’ Sr.Manager/Country Programming Charlie Cook lauds, "This is exactly what we're hearing from our listeners. These topics are important to them... and Montgomery Gentry nails it!"
The brand-new single will be off of their forthcoming new CD, which marks the duo’s seventh studio album, due in early 2010. Montgomery Gentry rejoins Blake Chancey, who produced their 2008 album Back When I Knew It All, which yielded the #1 hits “Back When I Knew It All,” and “Roll With Me,” and Top 10 “One In Every Crowd,” as well as an 2008 ACM nod for Album of the Year.
“Man, we’ve been working hard to finish this CD and get new music out there and we’re real excited about ‘Songs,’” says Eddie Montgomery. “I love this one, it’s just a song about real American folks and their lives.”
“Oughta Be More Songs About That,” is now available at all radio outlets, with an impact date of 11/30. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Kenny Chesney In 3D Hitting The Big Screen In April
Labels: Kenny Chesney
Just as Kenny Chesney, the 4-time and reigning Country Music Association and 4-consecutive Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year, announced he would not stage a major tour next year comes the announcement he will provide an even more up-close, in-your-face, on-the-stage way to experience the intensity, the mayhem and yes, fun of his full-tilt stadium-sized show! Teaming with Sony Motion Pictures highly specialized The Hot Ticket Division, the man who's sold over a million concert tickets each of the past 8 summers is in the midst of editing “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3-D,” putting him in the company of the Rolling Stones and U2.
“I'd seen U2's movie and was blown away,” Chesney says of the film, which hits theatres in April 2010. “It was like something I'd never seen - and I wondered what would happen if we tried to capture some of what was going on like that… How would it look, because this is more straight up… When we did, everyone who saw the footage agreed, and we started taking this project very seriously.
“Then when major movie studios were interested in working with us… a company with such specialized expertise as not just Sony Motion Pictures, which is crazy, but their Hot Ticket division which understands very specifically the challenges of a 3-D movie, well, we went for it.”
Shot over six nights in five cities - Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Seattle, Boston and Indianapolis -- with 22 3-D camera rigs, this is Kenny Chesney closer than anyone's ever been. On the stage, in the halls, on the water and in the air, “Summer in 3-D” adds a dimension to the always high energy entertainer's concert connection with his fans that will leave people just as excited as being in a stadium with the music blaring, the fans cheering and the night still young.
“It's crazy how up close this puts you,” admits the man who's had 19 #1s and has been touring stadiums now for five straight years. “To me on that stage, I feel every single one of my fans - all the way to the very top of those stadiums. But this is like having everyone right there onstage with us, and it's a rush… I had no idea what we do could go to film quite like that. It was an amazing - and at times scary - experience to have cameras that close, in the air, on a blimp… cause they are everywhere. But to see what this film captures: all the energy, the thrill and an even better focus on some of the most rocking nights we've ever had, all I can say is… wow.”
With three CMA nominations - Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist and Vocal Even with Mac McAnally for the #1 “Down the Road” - Chesney performs “I'm Alive” with Dave Matthews on the CMA Awards live telecast Nov. 11 on ABC. The single is Top 10 and available on his Greatest Hits II album out now!
For further information and to purchase tickets for “Kenny Chesney: Summer in 3D,” visit www.TheHotTicket.net Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Most Moving Dierks Bentley M&G You Will Ever Hear About
Labels: Dierks Bentley
Get out your tissues, because you are going to need them. This is THE most incredibly touching Dierks Bentley Meet and Greet story you will ever read. DBCongress introduced me to the MOM-MOS blog about her 10-year-old autistic son Bud's who's hero is Dierks Bentley. Yes this is long but well worth the read. Click here to read the entire story, you will be truely touched.
Dierks and Michelle Branch Sing "Beautiful World" in Illinois
Labels: Dierks Bentley, Michelle BranchOur friends over at DBCongress had some great video from last night show in Libertyville, Illinois. Dierks Bentley belted out his Beautiful World duet with Michelle Branch. They kept all us Dierks fans up to date on what was going on at the show via their Twitter account. If your not already following DBCongress be sure to click here.
Jake Owen Fan Carrie Shares Her Coastal Carolina Fair Experience
Labels: Jake Owen
Jake Owen fans were out in full force Friday night at the Coastal Carolina Fair. Our friend Carrie attended the show, and sent us what she thought of Jake's performance, along with her experience at her very first Meet and Greet. Thanks again Carrie!
WOW is a word that easily describes Jake Owen's show Friday night at the Coastal Carolina Fair. I attended his show last year at the fair which was the thing that got me hooked onto his music to begin with, so I knew I was in for the night of my life after a long hard week at school. I got to the fair grounds at 6:30 and got a seat in the 6th row and started the wait in the cold weather.
It was well worth the wait when Jake ran on stage singing 8 Second Ride. By that time the stadium was as full as it could get! The crowd was double the size of last year. He followed that by upbeat song after upbeat song making it one big rockin' awesome Friday night party at the fair! I was really happy that he sung all of his fan favorites from his albums. I was impressed with how many times he jumped into the audience. The one time that surprised me the most was when he ran all the way to the top and played with the spot light. It is not everyday you see an artist do that!
Jake had so much energy! I didn't know where he manged to get it all in the freezing cold weather which didn't seem to bother him one bit. Compared to last years show this show was amazing!!! As a performer he has grown so much and his shows have gone from really good to crazy amazing and incredible! I felt so connected to him. Not many artist can make you feel that way! Five years down the road I see him being nominated for Entertainer of the Year if he continues to grow this quickly! If you have not seen him in concert you got to go see him!! Its worth the long wait and every penny.
What made the night extra special was that I won a fan club meet and greet. I am a huge country music fan and was estatic about my 1st meet and greet. By the time the meet and greet after the show I could not feel my hands from the cold. I was starstruck when Jake walked through the door backstage. I couldn't belive one of my favorite country artists was standing right in front of me and was about to take a picture with me. When I walked up to him I said "I can't belive I'm meeting you" and he responded "I can't belive I'm meeting you. I've never met you before." Jake was friendly and each and every way. When you see him on GAC doing interviews that is 100% the way he is in real life. I just love it!
Overall it was an incredible night! I strongly recommend seeing Jake live. His shows are amazing and won't dissapoint you!Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
-Carrie W.
Charleston, SC
Happy Birthday
Labels: Bucky Covington, Jake Owen
Got Country? would like to wish a Happy Birthday to Bucky Covington and his twin brother Rocky Covington, who are turning 32 today.
Milk bones all around at Jake Owen's house today. Jake's buddy Vern is celebrating his first birthday today.
Chuck Wicks Saved The Day For A Sick Julianne Hough
Labels: Chuck Wicks, Julianne Hough
Chuck Wicks made his case as a good boyfriend Saturday night after his girlfriend Julianne Hough came down with the flu and couldn’t perform at the 22nd annual Pineapple Festival in downtown Jensen Beach.
In a surprise last-minute move, Wicks played in Hough’s place — and said he scored some brownie points with his better half — to cap off a breezy Saturday filled with rides, traditional festival food and drink, daredevil BMX trick shows, parades and music.
“It was touch-and-go all day,” said Ron Rose, Jensen Beach Chamber of Commerce executive director. “A lot of people went out of their way to make it happen. I just thank God he (Wicks) was on his way to Homestead and turned around.”
Julianne Hough battled flu symptoms all day, and event organizers feared they might stare down an empty stage come 8 p.m. When we saw her Thursday night at the Coastal Carolina Fair in Ladson, SC you could tell she was getting sick and even addressed the crowd that she had a "scratchy throat"
Just after 6 p.m., Julianne's Twitter page read:
“Hey everyone, whoever is going to the show tonight I want to apologize. I’m extremely sick and can’t make it. But you won’t be disappointed with who’s filling in.”
Wicks said, “I talked to her this morning and she sounded like she was on her death bed. She tried to hang in there as long as she could.”
Luckily, Chuck played a concert in Alabama on Friday night, and was on his way to Homestead. He and Hough planned to take a trip to the Keys following the festival, the last stop on Hough’s tour. So he jumped on Interstate 95 north to Jensen Beach to ensure the show would go on.
“I’m about the closest person you can get to Julianne,” Wicks said. “I probably know all of her jokes and can sing all of her songs.”
Organizers even printed out a “Get Well Soon” banner for Hough that fans signed. Thanks Lori for sending us this story. Klik disini untuk melanjutkan »»
Joe Nichols and Kellie Pickler On TV Tonight
Labels: Joe Nichols, Kellie Pickler
Joe Nichols takes his first trip to Iraq during a musical tour with the Stars for Stripes organization. His experience takes him into unfamiliar conditions with hot days and long nights, but Joe finds he is able to bring a piece of home to the American troops through his music, and feels the importance of being a voice that reminds the service men and women how much they are appreciated. Joe Nichols: My Military Diary airs tonight at 10pm ET on GAC.
Kellie Pickler put her country-girl sensibilities to use tonight when she pitched in to help build a house for the Terpenning family on the hit ABC show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Actually, she says demolishing the old house was her favorite part: "It was the only chance I've ever had to walk into a house with a sledge hammer and bust holes in walls. I busted a toilet and water went shooting everywhere. Thank the Lord that was the only thing that flew out."
Check your local listings for time and channel
Jimmy Wayne: Coming Home Airs Tonight On GAC
Labels: Jimmy Wayne
Jimmy Wayne: Coming Home follows the country music hit-maker back to his roots in Charlotte, North Carolina. With visits to his sixth grade teacher's classroom and to the Gaston Correctional Center where he was once a prison guard, Jimmy walks us through the difficult childhood that shaped both his life and his music. Plus, through Jimmy's performances on the big stage and with only an acoustic guitar, we get an inside look at the craftsmanship of the artist and songwriter behind hits like "Do You Believe Me Now" and "I Will."
Jimmy Wayne: Coming Home airs tonight on GAC at 10:30pm ET.
Taylor On SNL
Labels: Taylor SwiftLast night Taylor Swift was the host and performer on Saturday Night Live, she was great! Here are a couple of my favorite clips for the show last night. The monologue was the BEST!
What was your favorite skit on the show last night?
Got Country? Chats With Jake Owen
Labels: Jake OwenLast night after Jake Owen got off the stage at the Coastal Carolina Fair, he was sweet enough to let me hop on his bus to ask him a couple questions.
Brooks & Dunn Really Know How To Tailgate
Labels: Brooks and Dunn
Brooks & Dunn are the inspiration behind Toyota’s new “Midnight Rider Tundra Tailgater by Brooks & Dunn.” The Tundra has been a sponsor of Brooks & Dunn for the past three-plus years and this concept vehicle celebrates the duo’s upcoming 2010 farewell tour. Dubbed the “Ultimate Tailgating Experience®” the truck has a cooking space with countertops, infrared barbeque, beverage tap, ice chest, 42-inch flat screen TV in the bed and Kicker sound system. The exterior is accented by custom door handles, a chrome Brooks & Dunn logo steer skull on the grille, and a chrome-accented steer skull tailgate handle.
