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Hunter Hayes Intros Carrie Underwood's Impressive 2013 Grammys Double Performance

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 04:19:19 +0000

Carrie Underwood sang snippets of both ‘Blown Away’ and ‘Two Black Cadillacs’ at the 2013 Grammy Awards — ultimately delivering one of the most impressive vocal performances of the night. Rising star Hunter Hayes introduced his tourmate by singing a piece of his hit ‘Wanted’ before Underwood presented a stripped-down acoustic version of ‘Blown Away,’ [...]

Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley Deliver 'Over You,' 'Home' at the 2013 Grammy Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:16:11 +0000

Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley are no strangers to collaboration. The pair of iconoclastic country performers, who are currently on tour together, also performed together at the 2013 Grammy Awards, singing Lambert's 'Over You' and Bentley's 'Home' with decidedly mixed results.

Dixie Chicks' Natalie Maines Takes Jab at Jason Aldean

Billy Dukes — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:15:30 +0000

That old saying, “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all” must have fallen on deaf ears at the Natalie Maines household. The Dixie Chicks vocalist rode a storm of criticism on her own Twitter page after cracking a joke at Jason Aldean‘s expense during the 2012 Grammy Awards on Sunday night.

The Civil Wars And Their Grammy Winning Song – Barton Hollow [VIDEO]

Danny Merrell — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:08:49 +0000

There were four nominees for the Best Country Group/Duo Performance at the Grammy's. Many thought Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson would take home the honors. Also, nominated were Kenny Chesney and Grace Potter, and Thompson Square.

But, the Civil Wars took home the honor with the song Barton Hollow. Take a look and listen to the song after the jump.

Miranda Lambert Meets Lady Gaga at the 2012 Grammy Awards

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:15:32 +0000

Miranda Lambert found herself seated next to Lady Gaga at the 2012 Grammy Awards on Sunday night and learned that behind the veil — or egg or meat dress — is a girl with a big heart. The two became fast friends during the ceremony.

Blake Shelton + the Band Perry Lead Celebration of Glen Campbell at 2012 Grammy Awards

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:30:35 +0000

As Glen Campbell took the stage at the 2012 Grammy Awards on Sunday night, more than a few fans and friends in the audience looked nervous, not sure how the country legend would do during a celebration of his life and career. Halfway through his song ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ however, everyone breathed more than a sigh of relief. In fact, they were dancing in the aisles — literally.

Taylor Swift Answers Critics With Flawless Performance of 'Mean' at 2012 Grammys

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:19:32 +0000

Taylor Swift has performed ‘Mean’ at award shows before, but Sunday night’s performance at the 2012 Grammy Awards felt a little more personal. The country superstar was soaring with confidence after winning two awards for the third single from ‘Speak Now’ earlier in the night. “Someday, I’ll be singing this at the Grammy’s,” Swift sang, [...]

Carrie Underwood + Tony Bennett Perform 'It Had to Be You' at 2012 Grammy Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:15:31 +0000

Looking resplendent in a black and gold strapless gown, Carrie Underwood welcomed her duet partner, Tony Bennett, to the 2012 Grammy Awards stage with quite an intro. She called him “the best new artist of all time,” since he continues to reach a new generation of fans year after year with his music.

Taylor Swift Wins Second 2012 Grammy Award in a Row for Best Country Song

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:02:47 +0000

Taylor Swift didn’t even have time to set down her first award at the 2012 Grammy Awards before her name was called again. The singer emerged from just offstage to accept the award for Best Country Song during a webcast prior to the official television broadcast.

Carrie Underwood and Tony Bennett to Duet at 2012 Grammys

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:30:45 +0000

Carrie Underwood and crooner Tony Bennett will be performing a duet together at the 2012 Grammy Awards this year. Fresh off her mashup performance with Steven Tyler, Underwood is teaming up with another amazing vocalist — though not for the first time.

George Jones and Glen Campbell Will Be Honored at 2012 Grammys

Billy Dukes — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:45:46 +0000

George Jones and Glen Campbell will be honored with lifetime achievement awards next year. During a special ceremony on Feb. 11 — one day before the 2012 Grammy Awards, which will air on CBS — their contributions will be acknowledged by the Recording Academy in front of five other honorees and an invitation only crowd.

Country Performances At The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards [VIDEO]

Andree Valentine — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 21:17:44 +0000

Lady Antebellum, who were the big winners at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards last night, took the stage and sang "If You Don't Know Me By Now" as a tribute to Teddy Pendergrass. They also sang their hit songs "Need You Now" and "American Honey".

Also appearing on stage at this year's show was Grammy Award Winner Miranda Lambert, who performed her hit song "The House That Built Me."

Country Music Stars On The Red Carpet At The Grammy's

Danny Merrell — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:53:24 +0000

Country was well-represented at the Grammy Awards last night as Lady Antebellum had an historic night getting several awards including the coveted song of the year award.

Take a look at some of country's best dressed as they made their appearance on the red carpet last night

Zac Brown Wants To "Nourish" Fans With More Than Music

Sean Ericson — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:01:48 +0000

If you’re a fan of good food and the Zac Brown Band- you’re in luck! Brown, the lead singer of the band, has plans to make the concert experience last even longer for his fans. “We eventually want to roll in and feed everybody,” says the onetime restaurateur. The band travels with a customized 53-foot cooking [...]