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Faith Hill, Brad Paisley + More Rehearse for 2011 CMA Awards

Brittany Joy Cooper — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:36:04 +0000

New footage from the 2011 CMA Awards rehearsals has emerged, featuring country’s top stars getting ready for Wednesday’s show. Spotlights ablaze, hosts Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley warm up for their duet ‘Remind Me’ and Faith Hill prepares for the premiere of her long-awaited new single ‘Come Home’ in the video seen below.

Brad Paisley Honored at 2011 ASCAP Country Music Awards

Billy Dukes — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:00:22 +0000

Any event that gets Brad Paisley to put on a suit and tie must be a pretty big deal, but Paisley wasn’t the only star to drop his country duds for the annual ASCAP Country Music Awards in Nashville on Sunday night. Keith Urban, Lee Ann Womack, Josh Turner and Dierks Bentley — all seen in these pictures — were among the artists who took in the show from the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville.

Scotty McCreery, Sugarland + More Added to 2011 CMA Awards Lineup

Billy Dukes — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:04:22 +0000

If ‘American Idol’ winner Scotty McCreery keeps this pace up, he’ll be performing the halftime show at the Super Bowl before long. On the day the 18-year-old performed the National Anthem to kick off the World Series, it was announced he’d be performing at the 2011 CMA Awards in Nashville next month.

Don Williams To Be Honored with Golden Note Award [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:22:33 +0000

Texas born singer, songwriter Don Williams will be honored with the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers, ASCAP Golden Note Award. Williams also know as The Gentle Giant of Country Music has had a very successful career as a singer, but what most folks don't know is that Williams is one heck of a songwriter. as a singer Don Williams chalked up 45 Top Ten songs and at least 17 No. 1's. Williams has also written songs that other artists have taken to No. 1.

Keith Urban Releases CMA Nomination Video [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:21:48 +0000

I can tell when it's getting close to the time my CMA ballots will be arriving by the number of emails I'm receiving, asking for my consideration. There have been a few that leave me scratching my head wondering "what are they thinking?" Then there are the funny ones like the one I blogged about yesterday from Thompson Square asking Charlie Sheen for advice. And then there's Keith Urban, a man with talent oozing out of every pore on his body, and class. This man has tons of class as you'll find by watching his consideration video.

Thompson Square Seeks Awards Advice from Charlie Sheen [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 02:20:45 +0000

Thompson Square is the husband-and-wife duo of Keifer and Shawna Thompson. Recently the duo was nominated for a Country Music Award and this country couple decided to seek out some advice on how to get more media attention. The problem is who they sought out, Charlie Sheen. The video is obviously a spoof but it's fun nonetheless. Check it out.

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles to Host Another 'CMA Country Christmas'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:59:46 +0000

When country’s finest return to Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to film this year’s ‘CMA Country Christmas’ special on November 10, there will be some familiar faces on stage — starting with the event’s host.

As she did last year, Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles will emcee the evening, which finds country stars sharing personal stories and performing some of their favorite holiday songs.

Brad Paisley And Carrie Underwood Will Host Awards Show Again [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 17:57:55 +0000

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood have just announced that they were asked to return as the hosts for the 45th annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards show in November 2011. The video that Brad and Carrie released on the CMA Facebook page was shot from the set of the video they’re currently shooting for the [...]

First Time Trace Adkins Talks About His Home Burning Down [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:37:15 +0000

During his appearances at CMA Music Festival Week, Trace Adkins took the time to answer a few questions about the fire that took place while he was away from home. His primary concern was his Wife Rhonda and their children. After that he says "It's just stuff." He went on to say they don't need anything and asked those concerned to make a donation to the American Red Cross.

Experience the CMA Music Fest Online [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Sat, 28 May 2011 22:21:09 +0000

Experience one of the opening ceremonies to this years CMA Music-Fest. Jame Otto will be presenting a CMA Music Fest Kick Off. And you will get to experience it all from the comfort of your very own home. The exclusive sneak-peek will all be done via the internet. James promises to do all his hits [...]

Carolyn Dawn Johnson Is Back With A New Album [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:11:42 +0000

Is Carolyn Dawn Johnson a one hit wonder. She says she doesn’t want to be. That is why she’s released a new album. Miss Johnson goes on to say “the music industry is much like my first hit song, Complicated to say the least”. She feels as if she (being from Canada) came out of [...]

Kix Brooks Announces 2011 HOF Inductees [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 04:22:53 +0000

Reba McEntire, Jean Shepard and songwriter Bobby Braddock have been selected as the newest inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Kix Brooks made the announcement during a Tuesday morning (March 1) press conference at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in downtown Nashville. The three will be formally inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame during a medallion ceremony later this year.