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Gary Allan Already Thinking About His Next Album

Billy Dukes — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:17:52 +0000

Two days after 'Set You Free' was released in January, Gary Allan began thinking about his next album. He tells Taste of Country that he was at an event with songwriter Hillary Lindsey -- whose credits include 'Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)' and 'Two Black Cadillacs' -- during release week, and he tried to corner her to write. She laughed and reminded him that his last project was just days old. "That means we have one year to get this done," he remembers telling her, semi-seriously.

Country Whuppin' – Weston Burt Vs. Gary Allan

Eric Cornish — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:55:59 +0000

I was calling James Wesley the underdog champion on Tuesday, but little did I know, a bigger underdog was about to take over. After more than 350 online votes, new artist, Weston Burt has taken over the crown from Wesley. No rest for the weary, though, as Burt heads into battle today against Gary Allan and his follow up to his number one, 'Every Storm.'

Gary Allan Thanks Radio for 17 Years of Support Before Energetic Set at Country Radio Seminar

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 21:05:10 +0000

Gary Allan has had a huge career reboot, thanks to the success of his new album 'Set You Free.' The celebrated singer-songwriter got the chance to thank radio programmers from all across the country in person for his airplay success by performing a career-spanning set at the 2013 Country Radio Seminar in Nashville Thursday (Feb. 28).

Great Incentives Available To Become A St. Jude Partner In Hope

Eric Cornish — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:59:28 +0000

The WKDQ St. Jude Radiothon is this Thursday and Friday, February 21st and 22nd. While your donation goes to give hope and save children from all over over the world from cancer and other catastrophic diseases, you also have a chance to get some cool stuff when you make your donation. By becoming a Partner [...]

Gary Allan Announces Release Date, Track Listing for Upcoming Album 'Set You Free'

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 05:30:33 +0000

Gary Allan has been teasing fans and journalists with news about his upcoming album ‘Set You Free,’ which he previewed at a private industry event in September. Now he’s revealed the art work, track listing and release date for the much-anticipated new record. ‘Set You Free’ is slated to drop on Jan. 22 from MCA [...]

Gary Allan Says Tying 'Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)' Video to Hurricane Sandy Relief Effort Was 'No-Brainer'

Billy Dukes — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:30:59 +0000

Gary Allan's new single,, 'Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain),' is a song of hope and inspiration to anyone staring at trouble or tragedy. The singer says that when he watched news reports of what Hurricane Sandy victims were going through, he knew the song could be part of the rebuilding effort. With a tie-in to the Red Cross, the new music video does just that.

Country Whuppin' – Brett Eldredge Vs. Kristy Lee Cook

Eric Cornish — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 21:00:21 +0000

Team Brett came through once again as he advances over Chris Young in the Country Whuppin’. Brett Eldredge now takes to the CW ring once again, this time facing former American Idol contestant, Kristy Lee Cook and her single, Airborne Ranger Infantry. Champion – Brett Eldredge “Don’t Ya” Brett Eldredge exploded onto the country [...]

Country Whuppin' – Brett Eldredge Vs. Chris Young

Eric Cornish — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 20:55:28 +0000

In one of the closest battles in a long time, Brett Eldredge just slid by Craig Campbell. He now moves on, looking for win number 3 against a worthy challenger in Chris Young. Take a listen and vote for your favorite in today’s Country Whuppin’. Champion – Brett Eldredge “Don’t Ya” ] Brett Eldredge [...]

Country Whuppin' – Brett Eldredge Vs. Craig Campbell

Eric Cornish — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 20:34:46 +0000

For the 3rd time in the the last couple months, an artist got so close to the Country Whuppin' Hall of Fame, but ran into some still competition before they could seal the deal. That was the case with Gary Allan, who ran into a brick wall named, Brett Eldredge. Brett picked up the big win and moves on as champion in the Country Whuppin' to face Craig Campbell.

Country Whuppin' – Gary Allan Vs. Brett Eldredge

Eric Cornish — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 20:55:45 +0000

Gary Allan is one win away from entering the Country Whuppin’ Hall of Fame. ‘Every Storm’ has weathered every storm, and now he has to get by Brett Eldredge and his new single ‘Don’t Ya.’ Champion – Gary Allan “Every Storm Runs Out Of Rain” Livin’ the life of a country song is something Gary [...]

Country Whuppin' – Gary Allan Vs. Craig Morgan

Eric Cornish — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 20:55:51 +0000

Two battles in a row, the online votes for Gary Allan have kept him in the game, after the call-in votes but him on the defensive. He picked up his third straight win, knocking off Thomas Rhett, and now he goes for win number four, facing one of the headliners of this weekend's Rowdy Ridge Music Fest, Craig Morgan.

Country Whuppin' – Gary Allan Vs. Thomas Rhett

Eric Cornish — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 20:55:47 +0000

After 3 big wins, Clay Walker couldn’t hold off a come back from Gary Allan. Gary’s new single takes over as the champ in today’s Country Whuppin’ to take on new North Carolina band, Parmalee. Challenger – Gary Allan “Every Storm Runs Out Of Rain” Livin’ the life of a country song is something [...]

Country Whuppin' – Gary Allan Vs. Parmalee

Eric Cornish — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 20:55:02 +0000

Country Whuppin' – Clay Walker vs. Gary Allan

Eric Cornish — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 20:55:46 +0000

Clay Walker and Jesse James rides in to town once again as the champion on the Country Whuppin’. After taking down Alan Jackson, Clay looks for win number 4 today against another Al(l)an. This time it’s Gary Allan, back after a long absence to challenge in the Country Whuppin’. Champion – Clay Walker “Jesse [...]

Kellie Pickler Has Something On Her Head

Eric Cornish — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 21:01:43 +0000

I can never pass up a picture of Kellie Pickler, even if it is like this one, where she appears to have a large flower growing out of her head. This was taken in New York City at the Hammerstein Ballroom during a fashion show, with an interesting theme to say the least…”Dressed to Kilt: Where [...]