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Vote to Determine the Top 10 Videos of the Week in Taste of Country's Countdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:57:43 +0000

For the first time, fans can vote for Casey James's new video for 'Cryin' on a Suitcase' in the Taste of Country Top 10 Video Countdown. James's followers will have to remain committed all week long to top the three-week No. 1 video, though. With over 30 videos to choose from in all, deciding which are best isn't easy, but that's the assignment with this completely fan-decided countdown.

'Twas the Night Before Christmas' Musical Greeting Card from the Country Music Association [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 06:07:39 +0000

So what has country music and the Country Music Association done all year? If you've ever pondered that thought, the answer comes in the form of a well produced and well thought out 'Twas The Night Before Christmas' styled video. All these years I thought the CMA people only did the awards show and inducted folks into their Country Music Association Hall of Fame. After watching the video, I learned I was way off the mark and the Country Music Association, the Foundation and country music stars had a very busy year. Check it out.

Joanna Smith's New Song 'We Can't Be Friends' Revisits Country Music's Traditional Roots [AUDIO]

Rudy Fernandez — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:00:58 +0000

If you ask me, "Joanna Smith is the epitome of country music past and present". I just received her new song titled 'We Can’t Be Friends' and this time she has got a song that just captures your attention and your conscience. Give it a listen you'll hear the voices of Reba, Martina, Loretta and Tammy coming through.

Natasha Bedingfield Goes Country And Builds Self Esteem With Dove Soap [VIDEO]

Shay Hill — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:23:58 +0000

She’s a pop artist gone country. Natasha Bedingfield got her feet wet in country music when she recently teamed up with Rascal Flatts on their song “Easy”. Now Natasha will be performing on the CMA awards show coming up November 9th. Plus, she’s teamed up with Dove soap to promote women and self esteem. Natasha’s [...]

Taylor Swift's 'Speak Now' Has Now Sold 5 Million Copies

Jeff Giles — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 15:27:28 +0000

Even for one of the biggest stars in the music business, Taylor Swift is having a heck of a year, including a sold-out tour with a series of celebrity guests and a pair of new Guinness World Records.

But as Taylor discovered last weekend, in a surprise ceremony hosted by her label, she isn’t finished collecting accolades in 2011.

Actress Kristin Chenoweth Releases Country Album [VIDEO]

Shay Hill — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 21:57:24 +0000

Kristin Chenoweth is a down to earth Oklahoma actress, singer, and Broadway star. Now she can add country musician to that resume of hers. Her song Lessons Learned is a great addition to the country scene. Kristin reminds me of Martina McBride, she’s a tiny little thing with a huge voice. She’s been on television [...]

Wii Game Country Dance 2 Features Carrie Underwood, George Strait, and More

Jeff Giles — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:14:45 +0000

If you own a Wii, love country music, and enjoy shaking your tail feather, you’ll be excited to learn that Country Dance 2 is on its way.

The game so nice they made it twice, this installment of Country Dance will boast more than 30 tracks from artists such as Carrie Underwood, George Strait, Blake Shelton, and Eric Church.

Luke Bryan's 'Tailgates and Tanlines' Has a Big Debut

Jeff Giles — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:06:40 +0000

Congratulations are in order for Luke Bryan. The ‘Country Girl (Shake It for Me)’ singer’s new album, ‘Tailgates and Tanlines,’ is not only the top-selling country album, it’s number two on Billboard’s overall top 200 albums chart.

‘Tailgates’ is Bryan’s first chart-topping album, outpacing 2009′s ‘Doin’ My Thing,’ which peaked at number two on the country charts and number six on the top 200. With first-week sales of more than 145,000 units, it’s the second highest-selling debut for a country artist this year, behind only Brad Paisley‘s ‘This Is Country Music.’

Luke Bryan Announces Dates for 2011 Farm Tour

Jeff Giles — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:30:02 +0000

Luke Bryan is a busy man these days, what with his new ‘Tailgates and Tanlines’ album, the end of his tour with Tim McGraw, and a headlining spot on the CMT on Tour extravaganza — but he isn’t too busy to continue his annual Farm Tour.

And six lucky college students are about to be very thankful for that.

When Pop, Rock And Country Stars Collide Big Hits Emerge [VIDEO]

Shay Hill — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:06:10 +0000

It seems that the lines between music genres are blurring. Old 80's rock stars are now becoming country artists and country artists are teaming up with pop and rock artists to make huge hits. It's a smart marketing move, I have to say. You get top artists from their respective genre bringing all of their fans to the table and you have doubled your exposure. That's been happening more and more these days and the results are terrific.

iCarly Star Helps St. Jude [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 09 May 2011 02:37:21 +0000

Jennette McCurdy iCarly star over-shot her goal for a St. Jude fund raiser. McCurdy raised over $140k for St. Jude. Jennette McCurdy is considered a Country music artist and Country Cares celebrity. The iCarly star has been raising money for the hospital during her “Generation Love for St. Jude” mall tour.McCurdy exceeded her goal of [...]

Cat Fights At Miranda Lambert Concerts [VIDEOS]

Rudy Fernandez — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 03:57:26 +0000

So I went looking for raw video of Miranda Lambert concert footage to get a preview of the energy that I will experience at her concert in Abilene. To my surprise I discovered lots of iPhone video of different concerts and the "cat-fights" that Miss Lambert has to stop her show for, just to break-up the fights. here are a few examples.

Censor's Needed For Blake Shelton

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:21:51 +0000

The next country music awards show will be the Academy of Country Music Awards and it seems the producers like Blake Shelton. Problem is…Well, he knows how to cuss and he kinda like says whatever comes to mind at times. Now remember this show airs live, NO DELAY! Do you think Blake Shelton will say [...]

The Ultimate Country Fan Gift Guide

Rudy Fernandez — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:25:29 +0000

OH NO! I Forgot gifts for my_______...you fill in the blank. Last minute items that kinda say, "HEY! I found something JUST for you, that you can't buy at any ole store". If the forgotten is a country music fan, you are in the will! The item that caught my eye was the "Kenny Chesney's - Boy's of Fall" football jersey. Got an Elvis fan in the clan, well you too are in luck, because they have the book titled "Lets Play House" by Alanna Nash. Some pretty cool stuff and the best part it's from the GAC channel. Merry Christmas Y'ALL!

George Strait [PHOTOS]

Frank Pain — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 20:22:15 +0000

We all love King George, here's a great gallery of him!

Blake Shelton Better Walk Straight Line [VIDEO]

Shay Hill — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:51:23 +0000

Now that Blake and Miranda are engaged to be married will her songs be softer?