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Tim McGraw Learns Important Lesson From Having Three Daughters

Christina Vinson — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:00:41 +0000

Family man and country music superstar Tim McGraw is the lone guy in a house full of women, with his gorgeous wife, Faith Hill, and their three daughters. He dishes on an important lesson that his daughters have taught him. According to Big Machine Label Group, having three daughters (teenagers Gracie and Maggie, and almost-teen Audrey) have [...]

Lady Antebellum Perform Last Set Before Hillary Scott Gives Birth at 2013 Taste of Country Festival – Pictures

Amanda Hensel — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 03:26:36 +0000

On Saturday night (June 15), Lady Antebellum took the stage for the last time before Hillary Scott becomes a mother. The trio stunned the crowd at the first-ever Taste of Country Music Festival, ending the three-day event in a way only they could. It started with ‘Downtown,’ lights flashing, bass pounding and 10,000 strong screaming [...]

Ray Price Readmitted to Hospital

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:40:49 +0000

Country icon Ray Price, who made headlines earlier this year over a public tiff with Blake Shelton due to comments the latter made about country music's elder statesmen and classic artists, referring to them as "old farts," has been readmitted to the hospital. The singer has been in and out of facilities over the past several weeks.

Thousands Brave the Rain to Enjoy Willie Nelson + More at 2013 Taste of Country Festival – Day 1 Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:20:54 +0000

Heavy rain showers didn't stop country music fans who'd come from all over to see Willie Nelson on Thursday night. Thousands packed Hunter Mountain in New York for the inaugural Taste of Country Music Festival. Ponchos, umbrellas, cold beverages and great country music kept fans in good spirits while the LoCash Cowboys, Parmalee and Nelson took the stage.

Toby Keith Reveals Details on Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert Set for July 6

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:30:30 +0000

Details for Toby Keith's Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert have been revealed. The Moore native has put together an event, with the help of Garth Brooks, a fellow Okie, as well as Willie Nelson, Trisha Yearwood and Ronnie Dunn. All of the aforementioned acts are set to perform. The concert is slated for Saturday, July 6 at the University of Oklahoma's Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman.

Naomi Judd Takes CMT to Task for 'By the Way' Mention of George Jones During Awards Show

Billy Dukes — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:00:14 +0000

Naomi Judd feels CMT did George Jones a disservice by limiting their tribute to the Possum during the 2013 CMT Music Awards. In addition to the short time allotted for the dedication, the legend was critical of the group the network chose to perform Jones' music.

Darius Rucker to Make an Appearance on 'The Bachelorette'

Christina Vinson — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:00:30 +0000

‘Wagon Wheel’ singer Darius Rucker is booked to appear on ABC’s hit show ‘The Bachelorette,’ but the 47-year-old country star isn’t expecting to get the final rose. In fact, Rucker won’t be at all vying for the attention of bachelorette Desiree Hartsock — he’ll actually be doing what he does best: performing. According to the CMIL, in [...]

Fascinating Final Words of George Jones Revealed by His Wife

Danny Merrell — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 21:30:12 +0000

According to an article in Taste of Country, the widow of George Jones, Nancy, along with several other friends and family members were recently gathered at a forum at the 2013 CMA Fest to share their thoughts and stories about the Possum.

Miranda Lambert Working on 'Fun' Fifth Studio Album

Christina Vinson — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:00:42 +0000

Miranda Lambert‘s current album ‘Four the Record’ has its share of serious, heavy material. But, sometimes girls just want to have fun! For her forthcoming fifth studio album, Lambert hopes to showcase that. Later this summer, the hitmaker will begin recording her upcoming fifth studio record, and she says fans can expect a different type [...]

Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher Pulled Over After CMA Festival Performance

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 22:00:08 +0000

Carrie Underwood and husband Mike Fisher were pulled over by police after the singer performed a rain-shortened set to close the 2013 CMA Music Festival. Fisher was driving the couple home Sunday evening (June 9) when police stopped him for going 11 over in a 45MPH zone.

Kelly Clarkson Debuts Sassy Marriage-Themed Country Single 'Tie It Up' Live

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 20:00:22 +0000

Kelly Clarkson can stop flirting with "going" country. She has made the leap and is firming her commitment to the genre with her new country single 'Tie It Up,' which she debuted at the CMA Music Festival in Nashville on Saturday (June 8). And boy, is it a sassy anthem!

Pistol Annies Cancel All Upcoming Appearances

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 19:00:43 +0000

The Pistol Annies have canceled all concerts and appearances through June, leaving an empty calendar at the trio’s official website. Miranda Lambert has replaced the group for scheduled performances at the Winstock Festival (June 7) and the Country Stampede in Kansas (June 30), in addition to the others. “Due to unforeseen circumstances, Pistol Annies are [...]

Boy or Girl? Dierks Bentley Reveals the Sex of Baby-on-the-Way

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 15:00:42 +0000

Dierks Bentley revealed the sex of his unborn third child during a fan club party at the CMA Music Festival last week. The 'Bourbon in Kentucky' singer wanted his most dedicated fans to be the first to know if the blossoming bundle will be a third girl, or his first son.

Carrie Underwood Celebrates Five Years as Grand Ole Opry Member

Megan Pacella — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 21:19:15 +0000

At just 30 years old, it's hard to believe that Carrie Underwood has already been a member of the Grand Ole Opry for five years. The Grammy-winning country singer celebrated her anniversary on Friday (June 7) by closing out the first of two performances on the infamous Opry stage with a special segment.

George Jones to Be Honored Through Future Monument, His Wife Announces

Christina Vinson — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 20:00:54 +0000

The late George Jones was a legend in country music, and his impact on the genre will live on in more ways than one. Soon, a monument will be constructed for Jones at Woodlawn Cemetery, where he is buried. In anticipation of devoted fans who will be paying their respects at his graveside — especially those who [...]

Shooter Jennings Gets Married

Billy Dukes — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 01:00:36 +0000

Shooter Jennings married girlfriend Misty Swain earlier this week. The pair posted separate photos from the ceremony on Instagram. Jennings, 34, is the son of country legend Waylon Jennings. He’s released several albums, including ‘The Other Life’ earlier this year. Jennings shared a picture of a customized bottle of whiskey, with the label reflecting the [...]

Ronnie Dunn Surprises Nashville With Rooftop Performance and Flash Mob

Christina Vinson — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 21:00:07 +0000

Ronnie Dunn is a legend in country music, but he’s certainly not too old school to have a few surprises up his sleeve — or in this case, on the rooftop. After the CMT Music Awards on Wednesday (June 5), Dunn delighted fans with a rooftop performance of four songs, including a new single — [...]

2013 CMT Music Awards Performances – Full List

Billy Dukes — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 03:06:20 +0000

Jason Aldean opened the 2013 CMT Music Awards with a blistering hot performance alongside rocker Lenny Kravitz. The two may have never performed live together before, but their version of 'American Woman' showed no flaws. Kravitz shredded while Aldean took his turn at the classic song's verse and chorus. It was the beginning to a eclectic night of live music.

Carrie Underwood Wins Video of the Year at the 2013 CMT Music Awards

Christina Vinson — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 02:56:11 +0000

After a rendition of ‘Islands in the Stream,’ Sheryl Crow and the legendary Kenny Rogers presented the Video of the Year at the 2013 CMT Music Awards. The two country singers announced the vast list of country stars nominated for the night’s biggest award, which included: Brad Paisley, ‘Southern Comfort Zone’Carrie Underwood, ‘Blown Away’Eric Church, ‘Springsteen’Florida Georgia [...]

Luke Bryan 'Crashes the Party' at the 2013 CMT Music Awards

Christina Vinson — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 01:23:36 +0000

Luke Bryan partied hard with country music fans as he performed his hit ’Crash My Party’ at the 2013 CMT Music Awards. Bryan really played for his fans during this performance at the Stage on Broadway, and even took a brief second to fist bump with a fan. Onstage, he was surrounded by mostly females (which is [...]