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Looking resplendent in a black and gold strapless gown, Carrie Underwood welcomed her duet partner, Tony Bennett, to the 2012 Grammy Awards stage with quite an intro. She called him “the best new artist of all time,” since he continues to reach a new generation of fans year after year with his music.

The 2012 Grammy Awards, like every year prior, were held to pay tribute to accredited artists of all genres at what is considered music’s biggest night. Country music wasn’t left out in the cold, of course, and many big names came out to Los Angeles on Feb. 12 to represent with big belt buckles, big hair and big voices.

It’s that time of year again! Hollywood is in the full swing of awards season. Next on the list of glitzy galas is the 54th annual Grammy Awards. They will air live on CBS, TOINGHT, February 12th at 8 pm Eastern and 7 pm Central.

Jason Aldean made a clean sweep at December’s ACAs, taking home six trophies. This weekend, Aldean will head to Los Angeles to attend his first ever Grammys — where he is not only performing, but nominated in three of the country categories: Best Country Solo Performance for ‘Dirt Road Anthem,’ Best Country Duo/Group Performance for ‘Don’t You Wanna Stay’ (duet with Kelly Clarkson) and Album of th

What a great time in country music this was...from Willie and The Hag.  Great story, awesome video!

Dolly Parton and the late Whitney Houston are forever connected through one very specific hit ballad. Houston’s version of ‘I Will Always Love You’ — which Parton wrote and first released in 1974 — was a massive hit for Houston in 1992 as part of ‘The Bodyguard’ soundtrack.

After a string of serious health issues and hospitalizations, 74-year-old Merle Haggard said in a statement on Wednesday that he’s “feeling good and ready to get back on the bus.” This comes after the Country Music Hall of Famer was hospitalized multiple times in the past few months, receiving treatment for double pneumonia, stomach ulcers, the removal of eight polyps from his colon and esophageal

The Bellamy Brothers have always been a force in country since they crossed over from pop music in 1978.

Welcome to the XL CLASSIC COUNTRY JUKEBOX! Until noon today you get all those great country songs from the 80s and early 90s you love!

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Michael McDonald Age: 60 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician Known For: Being the lead vocalist for the Doobie Brothers on songs like ‘Takin’ It to the Streets,’ ‘It Keeps You Runnin” and ‘What a Fool Believes,’ solo hits like ‘I Keep Forgettin’ (Every Time You’re Near)’ and ‘Sweet Freedom,’ and writing, co-writing or providin

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1909 – The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, or NAACP, is founded (More info) 1914 – The first stone of the Lincoln Memorial is put into place in Washington, DC (More info)

Singing superstar Whitney Houston has passed away. The diva with a huge voice was 48 years old. The cause of death was not immediately known.