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'American Idol' season 10 is officially down to the final three. Over 72 million votes were cast this week, making it the highest top-four vote ever in the history of the show. Unfortunately, even record-breaking numbers weren't enough to save James Durbin. The 22-year-old rocker was sent packing Thursday night, marking yet another surprise in an already surprise-heavy season.

Taste of Country has the latest, breaking news about Toby Keith performing on the newest season of 'Dancing With The Stars.' Toby Keith was in for a big surprise upon arriving home from a family vacation. The ‘Bullets in the Gun’ singer was informed that he will be performing on the newest season of ‘Dancing With the Stars,’ which premiered last night.

Sad news. Our thoughts go out to the family. Taste of Country reports: Country music icon Charlie Louvin passed away last night due to complications from pancreatic cancer. Louvin’s wife, Betty, confirmed to Nashville’s WSM radio that he died around 1:30AM on Wednesday, Jan. 26.