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Luke Bryan Is Rooting for Phillip Phillips on ‘American Idol’
If there was any doubt Luke Bryan would be pulling for his hometown hopeful Phillip Phillips to win this season of ‘American Idol,’ a recent video posted on his official Twitter account dismisses any suspicion. According to Bryan, his fellow Leesburg, Ga. native is the clear frontrunner as supreme winner during this week’s season finale.
Dolly Parton Reflects on the Passing of ‘Wonderful Singer’ Donna Summer
With all the outpouring of love and mourning over the death of Donna Summer, no country artist has expressed the true loss of such an iconic artist as eloquently as Dolly Parton. The ‘I Will Always Love You’ singer issued an official statement about the death of her fellow singer and songwriter on Thursday.
Doug Dillard, Legendary Banjo Player, Dead at 75
Doug Dillard, an accomplished banjo player who gained notoriety with his appearances on the ‘The Andy Griffth Show,’ passed away last night (May 16) after a trip to a Nashville emergency room, according to the Boot. The IBMA’s Bluegrass Hall of Fame member was 75-years-old.
Lady Antebellum Raise $285K to Help Rebuild Henryville
“This event started as an idea we had in the studio last year to crash someone’s prom,” says Lady Antebellum’s Hillary Scott (quote via the Green Room PR). “We had no idea at the time it would fill such a need. We are amazed by the support we’ve gotten from our fans, sponsors and the press. This is one of the proudest moments of our career!”
Jake Owen Insists Arrest Was a ‘Huge Misunderstanding’
It’s been quite the month for Jake Owen! Just two days before getting married beachside in his hometown of Vero Beach, Fla., the ‘Barefoot Blue Jean Night’ singer found himself in some serious hot water after entering a local Steak ‘n Shake restaurant wearing a mask over his face. Although the night ended with Owen in handcuffs, the singer adamantly denies doing anything wrong.
Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher to Appear Together on ‘Oprah’s Next Chapter’
Carrie Underwood and husband Mike Fisher will discuss their blissful marriage together for the first time during a segment for ‘Oprah’s Next Chapter,’ television mogul Oprah Winfrey’s newest show. Winfrey traveled all the way to Nashville, Tenn. to speak with the happy couple.
Sugarland’s Deposition in Indiana State Fair Lawsuit to Remain Confidential
The depositions from Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will remain confidential, according to the latest ruling in the lawsuit against the superstar duo. Part of Nettles’ deposition recounting the events of the August 13, 2011 stage collapse in Indianapolis, Ind. was leaked by attorneys earlier this year, but Marion Superior Court Judge Theodore Sosin has denied requests to release th
Carrie Underwood ‘Blows’ Past Competition to Debut at No. 1 on Album Charts
Carrie Underwood continues her streak of No. 1 albums, debuting at the top spot on the all-genre Billboard 200 albums chart this week with her fourth studio effort, ‘Blown Away.’ The 14-song collection sold a whopping 267,000 copies in its first week of release, earning the title of country music’s biggest digital debut since 2010.
Blake Shelton, Cee Lo Green Duet Pending
This season of ‘The Voice‘ is heating up with just one contestant remaining for each of the four music judges, but the stiff competition between country superstar Blake Shelton and R&B crooner Cee Lo Green hasn’t kept the two from entertaining the idea of collaborating after the winner has been announced.
Carrie Underwood Announces First Overseas Headlining Tour
Carrie Underwood is going global! With the release of her fourth studio album, ‘Blown Away,’ the country superstar has announced a string of concert dates in the United Kingdom and Australia. The just-announced Blown Away Tour dates will be the first headlining venture overseas for the ‘Good Girl’ singer.