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Lady Antebellum Bring ‘Downtown’ to ‘The Tonight Show’
Lady Antebellum brought their new brand spanking new single 'Downtown' to 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' on Jan. 29, closing out the show after midnight. The threesome, who will headline the Taste of Country Festival this June, delivered the upbeat, uptempo and undeniably catchy song flawlessly via the late night platform.
Hank Williams Estate Makes Over 200 Live Recordings Available
2013 marks 90 years since the birth of country legend Hank Williams and 60 years since his tragic death. While he didn't live to see 30, the indelible mark he left on the genre is indisputable. Now, the Hank Williams Estate, which is overseen by his children Jett and Hank Williams, Jr., is making over 200 live performance recordings available to movie houses, TV production companies and ad agencie
Carrie Underwood’s Aerosmith Duet ‘Can’t Stop Lovin’ You’ Released to Rock Radio
Carrie Underwood rocks. No, literally. While we are well aware that the singer has a sassy edge and a rock n' roll style at times, she's now officially making an impact on the rock radio genre.
Hunter Hayes Hopes Playing James Bond Will Get Him More 2013 ACMs Votes
Country newcomers are both clever and creative in their efforts to get fans to vote for them for those precious and all-important Academy of Country Music Awards. Singer Hunter Hayes, who also nabbed a Grammy nomination, adopted an infinitely stylish way to encourage fans to pony up more ACM votes: he offered up his best impression of James Bond.
See a Photo of Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young on the Set of ‘Nashville’
By now, you should have your calendar marked for the Wednesday, Jan. 23 episode of ABC's 'Nashville,' since superstars Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young will be making cameos as themselves while fraternizing at a party. Well, if you can't wait two more days to watch the show, then you can whet your appetite by checking out this photo of the handsome twosome from the show.
Jason Aldean’s ‘The Only Way I Know’ Lyric Video Travels Far… Without the Singer!
Jason Aldean's 'The Only Way I Know' lyric video travels far, but it does so without him! Actually, none of the country superstars who lend their voices to the song -- that'd be Luke Bryan and Eric Church in addition to Aldean -- appear in this clip, which is not uncommon for a lyric video, which is merely meant to pump fans up on the song and help them learn the words.
Lauren Alaina Begins Work on New Album
It's a new chapter for Lauren Alaina. The country singer, who got her liftoff as the second place finisher to country superstar Scotty McCreery on Season 10 of 'American Idol' way back in 2011, will begin work on her sophomore album and the followup to her impressive debut, 'Wildflower,' today!
Luke Bryan Learns How to Spin Basketball on His Finger Like Harlem Globetrotters
Luke Bryan is a man of many talents. The country singer and co-host of the upcoming ACMs is not only an amazing singer and incredibly funny, but he can also lay claim to being able to spin a basketball like a Harlem Globetrotter.
Gloriana to Sing National Anthem at AFC Championship Game
If you're going to be watching football this weekend, and you're both an AFC and a country music fan, then we've got good news. Gloriana will getting into the mix. The trio will be singing the national anthem at the AFC Championship Game on Sunday, Jan. 20.
Chris Young Kisses a Moose!
Chris Young may be one of country music's most eligible bachelors, but the singer recently planted a smooch on an unlikely recipient: a stuffed moose.
Dierks Bentley’s Dog Goes Missing, Country Fans and Artists Rally to Find Him
Never, ever underestimate the power of social media.
On Sunday night (Jan. 13), country superstar Dierks Bentley's dog Jake went missing during a big thunderstorm. Bentley tweeted about his beloved pooch being lost, and the country community -- fans, artists and even the boss at Bentley's label -- rallied around him to help spread the word and support him. They also ultimately helped locate the do
Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles and Family Make the Move to Nashville
Georgia girl Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland has made some major life changes in the past few months. She and husband Justin Miller welcomed their first child, son Magnus Hamilton, on Dec. 6, 2012. They also decided to move their nest from Atlanta to Nashville, purchasing a farm in the area!