Amanda Hensel
Scotty McCreery Scores Gold With ‘Clear as Day’
Scotty McCreery has something to be extra thankful for this year. The 18-year-old ‘American Idol’-winner-turned-country-superstar announced on Wednesday, Nov. 23, that his debut album, ‘Clear as Day,’ has reached gold status.
Sugarland Sued Over Indiana State Fair Stage Collapse
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.
Taylor Swift, ‘Last Kiss’ (From ‘Speak Now World Tour Live’) – Song Premiere
Taylor Swift‘s new ‘Speak Now World Tour Live’ set doesn’t hit stores until Monday, Nov. 21, but you can get a sample of what to expect right now with Taste of Country’s exclusive premiere of her live performance of ‘Last Kiss.’
Vince Gill, Keith Urban + Brad Paisley Honor Glen Campbell at 2011 CMA Awards
Today’s country music wouldn’t be what it is without the iconic stars that led the way, like Glen Campbell, who changed the face of the industry with a string of Top 10 hits in the 1960s and ’70s. Realizing his greatness, Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Brad Paisley took the stage at the 2011 CMA Awards to honor the legend, who announced in June that he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
Read
Lady Antebellum, Keith Urban and Alan Jackson to Take the Stage at 2012 San Antonio Rodeo
Nashville’s hottest country stars will head south seeking warmer climate this winter. Lady Antebellum, Alan Jackson, Keith Urban and more are lined up to play the 2012 San Antonio Rodeo, which kicks off on Feb. 9 down in the Lone Star State.
Blake Shelton Comments on Justin Bieber Baby Controversy
Justin Bieber‘s alleged baby has been a hot topic as of late. The same week that the 17-year-old pop singer dropped a charitable new holiday album, a young California woman came forward to claim that the ‘Baby’ singer is the father of her 3-month-old child — and that she’s slapping him with a paternity lawsuit. As expected, lots of people are making light of the claims, including country’s comedia
Kenny Chesney Brings Couple Together, Inadvertently Saves a Life
Kenny Chesney is better known for his music and signature cowboy hat than his matchmaking skills, but fans Steve and Ashley Pauley of Ohio managed to find love while the ‘Somewhere With You’ singer serenaded them at his concert six years ago.
Rascal Flatts to Launch Clothing Line
When you’re as sleek and stylish as the Rascal Flatts guys, it only makes sense to spread your taste to others. Joe Don Rooney, Gary LeVox and Jay DeMarcus are one step ahead; they’ve already got plans for a clothing line in the works.
George Jones Announces 2012 Tour Dates
George Jones may be getting up there in age (he turned 80 in September), but he isn’t done hitting the road yet! The ‘Why Baby Why’ hitmaker just announced plans to tour North America through November 2012, touching some 35 cities over the next year.
Scotty McCreery, Sugarland + More to Perform on ‘CMA Country Christmas’
We can’t think of a better way to spend the holiday season than with a full lineup of country’s hottest stars, and on December 1, we’ll have the pleasure of inviting Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Sugarland, Brad Paisley and more into our homes via our television screens. The ‘CMA Country Christmas’ event will air on ABC at 8PM ET that evening, but will be recorded live from Nashville a few weeks
Loretta Lynn Hospitalized With Pneumonia
Loretta Lynn is currently in the hospital with pneumonia, according to TMZ. The 76-year-old country music legend was scheduled to perform a concert tonight (Oct. 22) in Ashland, Kentucky. That has since been postponed and will be rescheduled “in the near future,” according to the venue’s website.