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2013 ACMs Had Biggest Viewing Audience in 15 Years

Christina Vinson — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:30:11 +0000

There were a whole lot of viewers who were crying along with Miranda Lambert when she won Female Vocalist of the Year and grooving to the beat of Lady Antebellum's performance of 'Downtown' during the 2013 ACM Awards. In fact, the 48th annual show had over 15 million viewers (15.38 million, to be exact), posting the largest audience since 1998.

Luke Bryan Cries as He Wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2013 ACMs

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:50:38 +0000

In a surprise upset, Luke Bryan took home the coveted Entertainer of the Year award at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday night (April 7) -- beating out more established stars like Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton and Taylor Swift.

Miranda Lambert Breaks Down as She Accepts Female Vocalist of the Year Win at 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:48:30 +0000

Keith Urban presented the Female Vocalist of the Year award to the dazzling Miranda Lambert at the 2013 ACMs, and she was completely surprised by the win. "I thought for sure Carrie had it this year, and she damn well deserves it!" she said as she took the stage... and broke into tears.

2013 ACM Awards Performances – Full List

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:43:00 +0000

All-star collaborations were the order early during the 2013 ACM Awards performances in Las Vegas on Sunday night (April 7). Even Eric Church's acoustic performance of 'Like Jesus Does' turned into a duet. Blake Shelton, Sheryl Crow, Luke Bryan and Pistol Annies began the show performing 'Boys 'Round Here.' It was an electric introduction to country music's biggest party.

Luke Bryan Almost Turned Down Co-Hosting the ACMs With Blake Shelton

Christina Vinson — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:30:18 +0000

Luke Bryan is bigger than ever, with four ACM Awards nominations and a super successful Dirt Road Diaries Tour, but even the biggest stars have a case of nerves. In fact, when he was asked to step into the iconic Reba McEntire's shoes of co-hosting the ACMs, he almost turned down the offer.

ACM Nominations Announced – Eric Church and Hunter Hayes Lead the Way

Danny Merrell — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:46:31 +0000

Wednesday morning the nominations for the 48th annual Academy of Country Music Awards were announced. Eric Church led the way with a total of 7 nominations including a nod for male vocalist of the year and single and song of the year with 'Springsteen'.

Luke Bryan Reacts to Being Chosen as Blake Shelton's ACMs Co-Host

Christina Vinson — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 22:30:58 +0000

The ever-humorous Luke Bryan once again displays his confidence and tongue-in-cheek humor as he reacts to being chosen as Blake Shelton’s co-host for the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards, replacing the lovely Reba McEntire. While no one could ever replace our favorite redhead, we can see lots of laughs ahead as Bryan takes the microphone.

Ashton Kutcher to Justin Moore: 'Know When to Fold 'Em Brother'

Brittany Joy Cooper — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:15:18 +0000

Yep, it’s still going on. If you’ve missed out on the ongoing mini-drama that is Ashton Kutcher and Justin Moore (with a touch of Miranda Lambert thrown in for kicks), allow us to summarize for you. At the ACM Awards on April 1, Kutcher got onstage to present Lambert with an award wearing an over-the-top red Western jacket and cowboy hat. He sang an unimpressive few bars of George Strait‘s ‘I Cross My Heart,’ which was a delight to the crowd, but not so much to a few country stars.

Miranda Lambert and Justin Moore Not Amused by Ashton Kutcher's Apparent Jab at Country Music

Brittany Joy Cooper — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:00:34 +0000

If there’s one country gal who’s not going to stand quietly while someone makes fun of her or her people, it’s Miranda Lambert. The sassy sweetheart didn’t seem to think Ashton Kutcher’s little “performance,” nor his over-the-top country getup at Sunday night’s ACM Awards was too cute.

ACM – Eli Young Band Gets Song Of The Year [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:13:55 +0000

Congratulations to Mike Eli, James Young, and the rest of the guys from the Eli Young Band.

The guys that were on the Banita Creek Hall stage just a few short weeks ago, were on the ACM stage in Vegas last night accepting the award for Song of the Year.

2012 ACM Awards Winners – Full List

Amanda Hensel — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:05:24 +0000

The 2012 ACM Awards winners were elated to collect their prizes on the eve of country music’s biggest party. The annual awards show, hosted for a second time by Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton, airs live from Sin City — Las Vegas, Nevada — and pays tribute to the most famous stars in the genre. Natural, selecting the best of the best and naming winners is a daunting task.

ACM – Scotty McCreery Wins New Artist Award, Recalls What He Was Doing 1 Year Ago [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:03:45 +0000

What a difference one year makes.

Over the course of the past year, Scotty McCreery has gone from a minimum wage part time job to American Idol and Academy of Country Music New Artist Award winner.

What was that part time job? And how did he try to let folks know he was going to be on TV? Listen to what McCreery has to say after the jump.

2012 ACM Awards Performances to Include Duets From Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton and Lionel Richie

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 23:30:57 +0000

The 2012 ACM Awards are shaping up to be quite an entertaining evening, with new country stars being added to the celebrity lineup of performers each day. That’s in addition to a live onstage wedding, and now, a list of country talents set to bring special duets to the ACM stage. The Academy announced today (March 29) the lineup of special collaborations that are slated to be a part of country music’s “party of the year.”

Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson and Vince Gill Honored With Early 2012 ACM Awards

Brittany Joy Cooper — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:30:36 +0000

While several of the biggest 2012 ACM Awards will be doled out April 1 during the live telecast on CBS, time restrictions keep the other honorees from being awarded on-camera. For those awards that won’t make the televised time slot — Special Awards, Industry Awards, Musician, Bandleader and Instrumentalist (MBI) and Songwriter of the Year — the Academy of Country Music is hosting its sixth annual ACM Honors event on Sept. 24, 2012, in Nashville.

Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton Pack Their Bags for Las Vegas in First ACM Award Promos

Billy Dukes — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:15:39 +0000

The first commercials for the 47th annual ACM Awards have begun to air during the NCAA college basketball tournament. The spots revolve around Blake Shelton and Reba McEntire and their road trip to Las Vegas. The 2012 ACMs are on April 1.

2012 ACM Awards Nominees Announced

Amanda Hensel — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:25:06 +0000

The Academy of Country Music took a different approach to naming the nominations for the 2012 ACM Awards, inciting a first-time digital press conference via their Facebook page, as opposed to simply posting a list of hopefuls. With help from folks like Reba McEntire, Lionel Richie, Nancy O’Dell of ‘Entertainment Tonight’ and more, the red carpet was rolled out for this year’s event.

Reba And Blake – ACM Co-hosts Now Battle Each Other On The Country Clash

Danny Merrell — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 17:47:07 +0000

Another victory for Reba McEntire in the Country Clash. Reba gets the victory with nearly 60% of the vote over Jason Aldean. Ms. McEntire will now take on her ACM co-host and fellow Okie, Blake Shelton. His new song is the one he debuted on the awards show Sunday night. Here’s Honeybee from Blake Shelton [...]

Reba Vs Aldean On Today's Country Clash

Danny Merrell — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:01:35 +0000

Reba dethroned Jake Owen last week in the Daily Duel with her latest ‘When Love Gets A Hold Of You’. Now Reba defends her title against the new song from Jason Aldean which he performed on the ACM awards show. Take a listen to both songs after the bump. First, here’s the challenger from Jason [...]

Jason Aldean New Song Spotlight – 'Dirt Road Anthem'

Danny Merrell — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 19:20:18 +0000

Last night on the ACM Awards, Jason Aldean debuted his new song, ‘Dirt Road Anthem’. The song was written by Brantley Gilbert and Colt Ford and features Jason’s signature edgy country along with some country rap. Give it a listen after the bump. So…what do you think of the new song?

Country Music Trivia Question Of The Day

Sean Ericson — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 12:45:40 +0000

Q: When was the first Academy of Country Music Awards show held? A: 1966 1965 (presented 1966) Top Male Vocalist: Buck Owens Top Female Vocalist: Bonnie Owens Top Vocal Duo: Merle Haggard and Bonnie Owens Top New Male Vocalist: Merle Haggard Top New Female Vocalist: Kay Adams Band of the Year: The Buckaroos