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Jason Aldean Readies for 2012 Grammys Performance and a Long Celebration If He Wins
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
Jake Owen Spends Time With Navy SEALs at ‘Act of Valor’ Screening in Nashville
Tuesday night (Feb. 7), Jake Owen was among the lucky few Nashville residents who were able to see an early screening of the highly anticipated new movie ‘Act of Valor.’ But seeing the movie prior to it hitting theaters was not the only honor and perk Owen experienced that night. The singer was also able to rub elbows with some active duty Navy SEALS and express his gratitude for what they do day
Jerrod Niemann Dreams About Collaborating With Miranda Lambert + Chris Young on Tour
As Jerrod Niemann gears up to spend the next several weeks on the road with Miranda Lambert and Chris Young on the On Fire Tour, the singer-songwriter has shared high hopes of doing some collaborations off the stage, as well as on, with his labelmates.
George Strait Becomes a Grandfather
Congratulations are in order for the legendary George Strait, who is now a proud (and might we add very cool) grandpa! Strait’s songwriting son Bubba and his wife Tamara welcomed their first child into the world last Thursday, Feb. 2, as announced by the glowing Gramps from onstage in Phoenix, Ariz. last week. Local country radio station KMLE broke the news following Strait’s show Friday night.
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Jake Owen Returns to the Road Following Surgery
After what has undeniably been a rough start to a new year, things seem to be turning a new leaf for Jake Owen. Owen, who broke his collarbone in a snowboarding accident on Friday, Jan. 13 and was forced into surgery, resulting in the cancellation of several shows, has returned to the road — and to his adoring fans — who were even more excited than ever to see his smiling face.
LeAnn Rimes Recovering After Having ‘Minor Surgery’
LeAnn Rimes beat rumor mills before they could start last week, as she revealed through her Twitter page that she had some “minor surgery” done to what seems to be her mouth area.
Trace Adkins to Headline Annual NRA Country Jam
Trace Adkins will be the special superstar headliner during the second annual NRA Country Jam, set for Friday, April 13 in St. Louis, Mo.
Jimmy Wayne Takes a Stand Once Again for Foster Children
As if walking over 1,700 miles across the country for homeless youth in 2010 on his Meet Me Halfway campaign wasn’t enough of a stand for Jimmy Wayne to talk for foster kids nationwide, he is now doing even more. Wayne has teamed up with Memphis Representative to pass a critical legislation bill in Tennessee to help many foster children transition into adulthood after they “age out” of the foster
Miranda Lambert Reschedules Florida Concert to Attend Friend’s Funeral
Miranda Lambert has rescheduled her performance this coming Friday (Feb. 3) in Tallahassee, Fla. at the Leon County Civic Center in order to attend a funeral for her childhood friend, Mark “Tex” Adams, who passed away last week. The new date for the show has been set for Thursday, May 17.
Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney + More React to Nominations for 2012 ACM Awards
Blake Shelton, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Taylor Swift and Jason Aldean were among those who racked up multiple nominations on Thursday morning (Jan. 26) when the Academy of Country Music announced their nominees for the 2012 ACM Awards.
Lee Brice Reflects On Frightening Bus Fire
Over the weekend (Saturday, Jan. 21), Lee Brice was the latest country star to fall victim to an unexpected bus fire that destroyed his home on wheels. After pulling into Toby Keith‘s I Love This Bar and Grill restaurant in Mesa, Ariz., the back end of Brice’s Prevost tour bus caught on fire, but everyone escaped with minimal damage. Brice is now reflecting on the scare.
Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Returning to the Road With Mamas in Tow
After a long and emotional week following the passing of his father, Blake Shelton and his wife Miranda Lambert are both gearing up to head back out on the road this coming weekend to pick back up on their headlining tours.