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Hail, Hail, The King is Born This Day in Country Music – May 18th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:08:57 +0000

1952 – George Strait is born in Poteet, Texas. The authentic cowboy becomes a voice for traditional country beginning in 1981, accruing more than 25 gold albums and membership in the Country Music Hall of Fame. 2008 – Sugarland’s “Stay” is a double-winner, claiming Single Record and Song of the Year during the 43rd [...]

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Shares First Photo of Newborn Son Magnus

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:30:39 +0000

Sunday was the first Mother's Day for Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles. She celebrated the holiday with another big first -- she debuted her son Magnus Hamilton Miller, born Dec. 6, 2012.

Greatest Road Song of All Time This Day in Country Music – November 7th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:07:45 +0000

2004 – Roger Miller’s “King Of The Road” is recognized at #1 in the CMT special “40 Greatest Road Songs”. 2009 – Taylor Swift is guest host and musical guest on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” telecast from New York City. She jabs Kanye West and Joe Jonas in the opening monologue and performs “You [...]

The Outlaw Bit Gets Out of Hand This Day in Country Music – August 24th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:02:56 +0000

1977 – Waylon Jennings is arrested in the middle of a recording session, along with his secretary, Lori Evans, on charges of conspiracy to possess and distribute cocaine. The event inspires his song “Don’t You Think This Outlaw Bit’s Done Got Out Of Hand”. 2008 – Sugarland performs “Want To” and “All I Want To [...]

Willie Does it for 10 Years Straight This Day in Country Music – August 13th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 19:34:07 +0000

Most artists record success by the number of “weeks” on the chart. Not Willie Nelson. 1988 – Willie Nelson becomes the first artist ever to have an album spend 10 years on the Billboard country chart as “Stardust” logs its 520th week. 2011 – As Sugarland prepares to take the stage, a wind gust collapses [...]

Three Weeks Makes Forever and Ever, Amen. This Day in Country Music – June 13th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:00:32 +0000

This artist released a 25th anniversary greatest hits album recently. Can you believe it was back in 1987 that Randy Travis Hit number 1 with “Forever and Ever, Amen”? 2006 – Sugarland receives a gold single for “Just Might (Make Me Believe)”. 2005 – “You’ll Think Of Me” brings Keith Urban the first platinum [...]

No Birthday Boy Bigger! This Day In Country Music – May 18th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Fri, 18 May 2012 15:10:23 +0000

On this day in 1952 in Poteet, Texas a baby boy was born that would help define Country music. 2008 – Sugarland’s “Stay” is a double-winner, claiming Single Record and Song of the Year during the 43rd annual Academy of Country Music Awards on CBS from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. 2005 [...]

Sugarland's Tour Manager Becomes the Focus of Indiana State Fair Lawsuit

Brittany Joy Cooper — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:00:52 +0000

The focus of the Sugarland lawsuit concerning the August stage collapse at the duo’s Indiana State Fair show is now turned away from the band and instead pointed at their tour manager, Hellen Rollens — the very woman credited with saving the lives of every band member that tragic day.

Sugarland Deny Being at Fault for Indiana State Fair Stage Collapse

Brittany Joy Cooper — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:45:20 +0000

Sugarland have long been embroiled in a lawsuit surrounding the August 13, 2011 stage collapse at their show at the Indiana State Fair. Now, responding to lawsuits coming at them, they’re claiming one last time that the incident, which left seven dead and more than 40 injured, was not their fault.

Keith Urban, Sugarland + More Release 'Act of Valor' Song Previews on iTunes

Billy Dukes — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:41:01 +0000

Keith Urban is one of 10 country stars on the ‘Act of Valor’ soundtrack, available for purchase on Feb. 21. His song ‘For You’ is the lead track on the album and is available to preview now at iTunes.

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Records Song for 2012 Super Bowl Pepsi Max Commercial

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:00:32 +0000

The Super Bowl commercial blitz is upon us almost a week before the big game between the New York Giants and the New England Patriots. With Elton John’s commercial already generating some chatter, country artists are also getting in on the Super Bowl spot fun. Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles recorded a classic song for a memorable and super funny Pepsi Max commercial. The 30-second commercial will air during the game, but the long-form version is already viewable online.

Country Music Takes An Alternate Route To Guitar Town This Day In Country Music – January 17th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:00:10 +0000

2010 – Ryan Bingham and T Bone Burnett win Best Original Song, for “The Weary Kind (Theme From Crazy Heart),” during the Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. 2006 – Sugarland posts a message on its website announcing Kristen Hall is leaving the trio to concentrate on songwriting. 2000 – Garth [...]

State of Indiana Settles With Sugarland Stage Collapse Victims

Billy Dukes — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:30:02 +0000

The state of Indiana has settled with 63 of the 65 victims from August’s stage collapse before a Sugarland show at the Indiana State Fair. KRTV in Indianapolis reports that of the $5 million available for compensation, all but $2,000 has been claimed.

Merry Christmas Oprah. This Day In Country Music – November 30th

Sean Ericson — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:15:42 +0000

2009 – Sugarland performs “Silent Night” with Jennifer Hudson on a Christmas edition of “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” Tim McGraw joins Alicia Keys on John Lennon’s “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)”. 2002 – “These Days” propels Rascal Flatts to its first #1 on the Billboard country singles chart. 2002 – Brad Paisley’s “I [...]

It's A CMA Country Christmas This Day In Country Music – November 29th

Sean Ericson — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:06:30 +0000

2010 – Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles hosts the ABC special “CMA Country Christmas” with Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, Martina McBride, LeAnn Rimes, Reba McEntire, Darius Rucker and Little Big Town. 2007 – Gary Allan earns a gold album for his “Greatest Hits”. 2006 – Trick Pony performs at the Fremont Street Experience [...]

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Gets Married

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:40:58 +0000

Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles is off the market. The singer quietly married her longtime beau, entrepreneur Justin Miller, in a small ceremony in Tennessee over the weekend. Nettles and Miller have been dating for over two years. PEOPLE reports that Nettles wore an Alexander McQueen gown and wed Miller at a chapel located at the [...]

Sugarland Sued Over Indiana State Fair Stage Collapse

Amanda Hensel — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:42:37 +0000

Victims of the August 13 Indiana State Fair stage collapse are seeking justice. Forty-four survivors of the tragedy, as well as family members of those who died in the horrific accident, filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against those associated with the production of the show — including Sugarland.

Look Who's Back — The Oak Ridge Boys On Today's Country Clash [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:45:01 +0000

Sugarland came up short against Faith Hill in yesterday's Country Clash as Faith takes about 60% of the vote.

Today, Hill will take on the the new single from a group that's been around for awhile. In fact, their first number one single happened nearly 35 years ago.

The Oak Ridge Boys are back with a new song 'What'cha Gonna Do'.

Take a listen to both songs after the jump.

Faith Hill Takes On Sugarland On Today's Country Clash [AUDIO]

Danny Merrell — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:49:52 +0000

We're ready with two new songs on today's KICKS 105 Country Clash.

Both of these songs were performed live on last week's CMA Awards. Sugarland, featuring Matt Nathanson, is taking on the latest from Faith Hill.

Take a listen to both songs after the jump.

Sugarland to Honor Stage Collapse Victims During Tonight's Return to Indiana

Billy Dukes — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:57:24 +0000

As promised, Sugarland are returning to Indiana for a show in honor of the seven killed and dozens injured when the stage collapsed before an August show at the Indiana State Fair. Friday night’s concert at the Conseco Fieldhouse will benefit the Indiana State Fair Remembrance Fund.