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Keith Urban Makes a Cameo in Tennessee Tourism Commercial
If you happen to spot Keith Urban on TV and 'American Idol' isn't on, it's probably Tennessee Department of Tourist Development's newest commercial promoting 'The Soundtrack of America.'
Garth Brooks Reveals New Tour Dates in Kentucky
Garth Brooks has announced his return to Kentucky after a long 16-year absence. Slowly, the singer is revealing tour dates in new cities, and it seems the Garth Brooks World Tour will roll in for at least two dates in Lexington.
Country Stars With Mullets
Popularized by the Beastie Boys, Billy Ray Cyrus, Motley Crue, and others, the mullet grew to its peak popularity in the '80s because it was essentially two styles at once: business in the front, party in the back. And country stars like to party, so it makes sense that some of the genre's biggest stars sported mullets back in the day.
Darius Rucker Taps Sheryl Crow for Christmas Album
It's an early Christmas present for country music fans! Darius Rucker is preparing a Christmas album, and that's not all the news -- he has a very special country guest on the record.
‘Rose Garden’ Hitmaker Lynn Anderson Arrested for DUI
Country singer Lynn Anderson -- best known for Grammy-winning hit 'Rose Garden' -- was arrested Thursday night (Sept. 11) and charged with a DUI.
Randy Travis’ Name Removed From Hometown Welcome Signs
For years, Randy Travis' name has adorned the two welcome signs in his hometown, Marshville, N.C., but recently, those signs have been removed and replaced some that don't say 'Home of Randy Travis.'
Miranda Lambert Dishes What Kenny Chesney Taught Her About Touring
Touring for months on end can get tiring for anyone, even the world's biggest superstars, but Kenny Chesney helped fellow country singer Miranda Lambert learn an important lesson in touring and spirit -- and it's one she still follows to this day.
Vince Gill Named 2014 BMI Icon
BMI has named Vince Gill the 2014 BMI Icon. The country star will be honored at the upcoming 62nd annual BMI Country Awards on Tuesday, Nov. 4, which celebrate songwriters and publishers of this year's greatest country hits.
Blake Shelton Surprises Military Family With Generous Gift
On Saturday night (Sept. 6) in San Diego, Blake Shelton did something for a USO military family that they'll likely never forget.
Taylor Swift Admits Scott Borchetta Begged Her to Put Country Songs on ‘1989’
With the impending release of Taylor Swift's new record '1989,' there has been much talk about the hitmaker's official transition from country to pop. Swift admits that she's happy with the direction she's taken ... even if it means a full dive into a new genre, much to her label head's dismay.
Jake Owen Not Just the ‘F-ing Beach Bum,’ Wants to Win Awards, Too
Jake Owen has had his share of surf and sun, laid-back, beach-driven hits. But he doesn't just want to be known, in his words, as the f---ing beach bum.
Garth Brooks Says Opportunity to Raise His Kids Was Worth Retirement
Garth Brooks' world tour kicked off Thursday (Sept. 4) in Rosemont, Ill. After taking an extended absence from touring, he admits the beginning of the tour may be rusty, but he wouldn't trade the opportunity to raise his kids during that time for anything.